Earlier this year, we released the 20th edition of Retail Innovations. Neil Stern, CEO of Good Food Holdings, Partner Emeritus at McMillanDoolittle, and former Chairman of the Ebeltoft Group reflects on the changes we’ve seen in the industry. Download your own copy of Retail Innovations…
McMillanDoolittle is pleased to present the 20th edition of Retail Innovations, our annual publication that features the most cutting-edge retail concepts. We’ve curated 49 case studies, across 21 countries, in collaboration with our global Ebeltoft Group partners. These cases embody one of this year’s four themes:…
Key Trends from NRF 2025 Big Show: AI, RMN’s, Digital Twins, ESG, and More Every January, the retail industry kicks off the new year by converging at the Javits Center in New York for the National Retail Federation’s Big Show to explore new solutions and…
We’re back with our annual guide to the top trends and brands to watch in the new year. Our team of retail experts curated a list of over 60 must-have brands across 12 categories. Happy shopping! Gear for Outdoor Recreation: For nature enthusiasts, items to…
Our McMillanDoolittle team attended the inaugural Shoptalk Fall conference in Chicago from October 16-18. This event is the latest addition to Hyve Group’s portfolio, which also includes Groceryshop, Shoptalk Europe, and Shoptalk Spring. Shoptalk focuses on digital and technology innovation. The theme for Shoptalk Fall…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved from a nascent technology into a core driver of digital transformation, influencing every sector from healthcare to finance, and manufacturing to education. According to recent studies, AI and automation are set to radically reshape an estimated 1.1 billion jobs…
The latest census data revealed a surprising trend: consumers are still selectively spending money on discretionary items despite inflationary pressures. Notably, purchases of toys – such as building sets, plush toys, and outdoor games – fall into this discretionary spending category, with 43% of adults…
The McMillanDoolittle team recently attended the annual National Restaurant Association Show in Chicago to explore the latest developments in the food industry. Read on to discover our top five food and technology trends dominating this year’s show. Vegan seafood is emerging as the latest trend…
McMillanDoolittle has kept an eye on the trending categories of 2023, and we have you covered on the brands to watch in the new year. Consider this blog a resource for your holiday gift list, with great options geared toward a range of ages and…
As always, our team is here to help you understand the leading trends shaping retail, breakout brands across categories, and white space opportunities to catalyze your company’s growth. With 2022 coming to a close, we are taking a break from our typical content to highlight…
