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In the News: Kim Sovell on the Evolution of Black Friday Sales Events
In the NewsKim Sovell, marketing professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with KSTP-TV about how Black Friday sales have turned into “Black November” sales. From the story: “We’ve got this ‘Black November’ now. It’s not Black Friday anymore. It’s a whole month of sales and all the big retailers are…
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In the News: Mike Porter on Target Store Closures and Live Nation's Efforts to Help Rising Musicians
In the NewsMike Porter, marketing professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with WCCO-TV about Target closing nine stores nationwide due to theft concerns. In addition, professor Porter spoke with KSTP-TV about the changes being made at Live Nation to help up-and-coming artists with travel costs and merchandising. From WCCO about… -
Dr. Avinash Malshe Receives 2022 Ireland Award
Professional NotesDr. Avinash Malshe, professor of marketing, has been announced as the recipient of the 2022 John Ireland Presidential Award for Outstanding Achievement as a Teacher-Scholar. The award recognizes the exemplary academic achievement of tenured members of the St. Thomas faculty who have demonstrated a sustained commitment not only to their respective disciplines, but also to…