Juli LassowFeb 1, 20223 minCOVID, Retail’s Great AcceleratorMany retail trends have accelerated during our response to COVID. Thanks to the pandemic, many of us now prefer to shop online, pay at a...
Juli LassowSep 23, 20203 minBrave New Models in ResaleThe momentum for recycling consumer goods is building. But while recycling more is a great measurement for success, recycling fast is not.
Juli LassowSep 14, 20204 minCommitting to Sustainability (Yes, Really!)More and more, consumers are interested in finding retailers and brands committed to recycling, and they're rewarding them.
Juli LassowSep 1, 20204 minThe Case for Using Recycled MaterialsToday, we're going to begin our look at recycling, a key part of the circular equation.
Juli LassowAug 18, 20205 minThe Circular Economy by the NumbersYou know that old managerial maxim of “what gets measured, gets managed?” Well, it sure applies to the world of sustainability, too. You sim
Juli LassowJul 20, 20204 minCan Retail Go Circular?I’ve been in love with the idea of the Circular Economy ever since I first heard about it. Zero waste. Closed system.
Juli LassowFeb 11, 20194 minThe Circular Economy, More Practically SpeakingWe’ve talked about the circular economy, a “green revolution” that’s beginning to take hold among retailers, brands, manufacturers...
Juli LassowJan 25, 20193 minThe Circular Economy: Why Now?In our last discussion, we talked about a comprehensive approach to sustainability called the circular economy.
Juli LassowJan 18, 20193 minThe Circular Economy: What’s Old is New Again and AgainThe evolution of retail is a study in contrasts. Wal-Mart has been making upscale moves, Whole Foods is looking to leave behind the...
Juli LassowAug 24, 20182 minNew World Order of TransparencyBuilding transparency into your supplier matrix is not for the faint of heart. It takes time, it takes effort, and it takes dialogue.