Joe Keenan

Philadelphia

Editor-in-Chief at Total Retail

Editor-in-Chief at NAPCO Media

Host at Total Retail Talks

Editor-in-Chief at Women in Retail Leadership Circle

Editor-in-Chief at Retail Tech Insights

Articles

Lowe's to Acquire Artisan Design Group for $1.33B

1 week ago | mytotalretail.com | Joe Keenan

Lowe's announced on Monday it has agreed to buy Artisan Design Group for $1.33 billion from private equity firm Sterling Group. The deal would help expand Lowe's offering for its professional customers at a time when the company and its rival Home Depot are facing slower demand for home remodels and construction activity. Artisan Design sells and provides installation services, including flooring, cabinets and countertops, to homebuilders and property managers.
How Chewy Ads is Boosting Brand and Pet Parent Connections

1 week ago | mytotalretail.com | Joe Keenan

In episode 479 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Frank Mulcahy, head of sales at Chewy Ads, the retail media network for leading pet retailer Chewy. Listen in as Mulcahy discusses the recent Chewy Ads refresh (1:30), its new key features and functionalities (3:25), and the retail media network's benefits for pet brand partners (6:15).
Sam's Club to Add Stores, Seeks to Double Sales

1 week ago | mytotalretail.com | Joe Keenan

Walmart-owned Sam’s Club plans to supercharge its expansion by opening about 15 new stores per year going forward and remodeling all of its approximately 600 locations across the country, the warehouse club’s CEO Chris Nicholas said last week. With the boost from those new locations, Sam’s Club aims to double its membership over the next eight-to-10 years, he said at Walmart’s investor day.
Kroger Countersues Albertsons in Wake of Failed $25B Merger

1 week ago | retailwit.com | Joe Keenan

Kroger on Tuesday, escalating a legal battle between the companies following the collapse of their proposed $25 billion merger in December. Albertsons terminated the merger immediately after courts blocked it and sued Kroger, alleging a breach of contract that led to the deal falling apart. Albertsons asked for billions in damages along with a $600 million termination fee. Kroger had called the claims baseless.
NRF: Tariffs to Have Little Impact on Prices and Growth

2 weeks ago | mytotalretail.com | Joe Keenan

The National Retail Federation (NRF) delivered a reassuring message to retailers after President Trump’s reciprocal tariff announcement on April 2. Despite the implementation of tariffs, the NRF expects the inflation rate to remain at current levels of 2.5 percent as measured by the personal consumption expenditure index. In addition, the retail industry is forecast to grow between 2.7 percent and 3.7 percent this year, above the 2.5 percent to 3.5 percent growth predicted last year.
How Sustainable Brand Carve Designs is Growing its DTC Sales

3 weeks ago | mytotalretail.com | Joe Keenan

In episode 478 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Megan Porteous, chief revenue officer of Carve Designs, a women's sustainable swimwear and clothing lifestyle brand. Listen in as Porteous discusses the genesis and mission of Carve Designs (1:45), its various sales channels (2:55), and her career background as well as newfound responsibilities at the brand (3:30).
Primark CEO Resigns After ‘Error of Judgment’

3 weeks ago | mytotalretail.com | Joe Keenan

Total Retail's Take: Marchant has served as Primark's CEO for over 15 years, helping to grow operating profit from about 250 million pounds to over 1 billion pounds and more than doubling its store footprint during that time. However, as the chief executive, he is held to a standard of conduct and behavior that is higher than most, and it is here that Marchant failed.
On the Road With the Hermes Rocket

4 weeks ago | vineyardgazette.com | Joe Keenan

I first met Phyllis Meras walking down Music street in West Tisbury on what I have come to know as her daily sojourn. Through rain, wind and the chill of winter she can be found, dressed to the nines walking her walk, occasionally with good friends from the neighborhood, but more often than not she travels solo. I had the occasion recently to visit with her at her home.
Kroger Countersues Albertsons in Wake of Failed $25B Merger

1 month ago | mytotalretail.com | Joe Keenan

Kroger on Tuesday, escalating a legal battle between the companies following the collapse of their proposed $25 billion merger in December. Albertsons terminated the merger immediately after courts blocked it and sued Kroger, alleging a breach of contract that led to the deal falling apart. Albertsons asked for billions in damages along with a $600 million termination fee. Kroger had called the claims baseless.
Nike Forecasts Plunging Sales Amid Tariffs, Weakening Consumer Confidence

1 month ago | mytotalretail.com | Joe Keenan

Nike has warned that sales will drop by a double-digit percentage in its current quarter as the sneaker giant contends with new tariffs, sliding consumer confidence, and a slower-than-expected turnaround.