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“Foot Locker’s new loyalty program lets shoppers redeem points for cash, sneaker access” by Cara Salpini via Retail Dive

“Foot Locker’s new loyalty program lets shoppers redeem points for cash, sneaker access” by Cara Salpini via Retail Dive

by | Jun 21, 2024 | Brick & Mortar, Community, Customer Experience, Customer Loyalty, Footwear, News, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies, Shoe Market

The Sneaker Hub in Foot Locker’s new store concept is a space where shoppers can customize the laces of their new shoes, pick up online orders or sign up for the loyalty program. Courtesy of Foot Locker, Inc. A new mobile app will join the refreshed FLX Rewards...
“Hubi’s Surf Atlas and Wiilder Adventures & Animals A-Z Book Review” plus OR Summer giveaway by Doug Works (BRA Executive Director)

“Hubi’s Surf Atlas and Wiilder Adventures & Animals A-Z Book Review” plus OR Summer giveaway by Doug Works (BRA Executive Director)

by | Jun 17, 2024 | Book Review, News, Opinion, Product Reviews, Surf, Trade Shows

Last Summer, I started noticing a few Instagram posts from a number of our Retail Members including BRA Distinguished Retail Member Hansen Surf Shop in Encinitas and a number of outdoor adventure shop members about this interesting surf adventure book for kids called...