Retail crime accounted for over $112 billion in industry losses in 2022
Retail crime has become a pervasive issue, escalating to unprecedented levels and culminating in an astounding $112.1 billion in industry losses […]
Washington’s minimum wage to increase to $16.28/hr. in 2024
Washington’s Department of Labor and Industries (LNI) announced that Washington’s minimum wage will increase from $15.74/hour to $16.28/ hour beginning January […]
Preventing vehicular smash-and-grabs
Earlier this year, we reported on the staggering frequency of vehicular smash and grabs. In most cases, stolen cars are driven […]
Costco beats earnings expectations as grocery sales surge
Costco reported earnings last week that surpassed Wall Street predictions, primarily driven by a surge in grocery sales despite declining high-value […]
Stronger than expected economic and revenue forecast data released
Washington’s Economic and Revenue Forecast Council released its quarterly economic and state revenue forecast. The September forecast initiates the budget writing […]
Make safety a value to ensure consistency
Safety is often referred to as a “priority,” not a value. Priorities can change in response to situational demands. When safety is a […]
Retailers respond to 2024 Priority Survey
WR recently led a call to action that garnered widespread attention within the retail sector. The call asked retailers to actively […]
Apparel retailers are entering the holiday shopping season with leaner inventory
Apparel retailers are gearing up for one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year, but this time, they’re doing it […]
WR appoints Local and State Government Affairs Manager
WR is pleased to announce the appointment of Crystal Leatherman to its Policy and Government Affairs Team in the capacity […]
Target closes two Seattle stores amid rising safety concerns
Target announced the closure of nine stores across major U.S. cities, including two in Seattle, due to escalating concerns over crime […]
Lowe’s Foundation grants $750,000 to boost Seattle colleges’ wood technology center
The Lowe’s Foundation has generously awarded a substantial $750,000 grant to the Seattle Colleges in support of their Wood Technology Center, […]
Projected Halloween spending to reach record high of $12.2 billion
Halloween spending is expected to reach a record-breaking $12.2 billion this year, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) annual survey. […]