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In the News: Mike Porter on Target’s New Self-Checkout Restrictions
In the NewsMike Porter, marketing professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with KARE 11 about the new Target self-checkout rules and the potential reasons behind the decision. From the story: Beginning on March 17, 2024, shoppers in a hurry will have an easier time grabbing and going as the Minnesota-based retailer…
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In the News: Kim Sovell on Retailers Extending Their Sales
In the NewsKim Sovell, marketing professor at the University of St. Thomas Opus College of Business, recently spoke with WCCO-TV about retail sales and the allegations a few retailers are facing regarding attempts to mislead their consumers. From the story: Did the retailers deceive people how they marketed their sales? “I don’t feel that retailers are deliberately… -
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… -
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…