Catching up with … Harrison Contracting’s Sharon Milton
The Director of Facility Maintenance for Harrison Contracting muses on the best time to get things done, the craziest thing that she has ever heard about on a jobsite and the trait she admires most. What’s the most cherished item in your office? My husband custom made several wall art inspirations for my office. My […]
TravelCenters of America to be acquired by BP
BP’s North American subsidiary will pay $1.3 billion for truck stop company TravelCenters of America, which operates more than 450 restaurants under 19 quickservice banners including Burger King, Arby’s and Starbucks. The company’s operations also include 150 full-service restaurants under brands including IHOP and Iron Skillet. Restaurant Business
Sitting down with Triad Retail Construction’s Donna Coneley
The VP of Business Development for Triad Retail Construction on her favorite time to get things done, why the “Golf Channel” is the perfect background noise, and why if it’s rock n roll, it has to be the Rolling Stones. What’s the most cherished item in your office? My dog, Doc Holiday. What’s your favorite […]
Kohl’s outlines plans for store investments
Kohl’s plans to open about 100 small-format stores over the next four years as part of a plan to enter markets where it doesn’t have a brick-and-mortar retail presence. The retailer also will invest $850 million this year to open 400 more in-store Sephora shops and update stores with features including zones to highlight emerging […]
IKEA to offer solar panels, services in the US
Select IKEA stores in the US will start selling solar panels and installation services this fall in a partnership with California-based SunPower. The products and services will be sold under the “Home Solar” line, which will be available to IKEA Family loyalty program members. CNN
IKEA, H&M create space for London’s creatives
Sweden-based retailers H&M and IKEA have partnered to open Atelier100, a London store aimed at promoting local artisans and products. The store, which was built using recycled materials from a former Topshop flagship, will include workshop space for the creators who will sell their wares in the shop. Retail Gazette