Disengaged workers face greater risk of injury
An insightful study published by the American Society of Safety Professionals (ASSP) sheds light on the factors contributing to employee engagement, […]
WR team attends National Retail Association Conference
The Washington Retail Association executive team, Renée Sunde, President and CEO, Rose Gundersen, Vice President of Operations, and Mark Johnson, Senior […]
Beware of counterfeit goods during back-to-school shopping
As families gear up for the new academic year, counterfeiters are active, targeting unsuspecting shoppers. Each year, authorities seize billions in […]
Congresswoman Kim Schrier holds press conference in support of Federal Organized Retail Crime Act
From left: Carl Kleinknecht, President of the Washington Organized Retail Crime Association; Alisha Shemwell, Kemper Development Company, Kent Wilson, Target; US Representative […]
RISE Up program roundtables connect retailers and nonprofits with second-chance job seekers
Front from left to right: Michele Whinery, Retail Services Sr. Claims Analyst, Brittany Shannon, Retail Services Business Development Manager Naomi Paige, Pioneer […]
August cargo volume could be the highest since last fall
According to the Global Port Tracker report released last week, cargo volume at major U.S. container ports will peak this month, the highest […]
Compliance vs. safety
Many employers worry about compliance and want to ensure they do what it takes to keep regulators satisfied. ‘Compliance’ is a […]
The modern budget-conscious consumer
Amidst the evolving economic landscape, consumers are becoming increasingly discerning with their spending. While many are searching for bargains, there’s a […]
Hot Topic’s security breaches highlight stringent notification laws across U.S. States
The popular U.S. retailer, Hot Topic, experienced a series of security breaches spanning 12 days in multiple phases during the first […]
Seattle and King County primary results signal tight races for incumbents this fall
This week’s primary election featured all seven Seattle City Council seats elected by district, including three Seattle City Councilmembers seeking reelection. […]
The evolving landscape of the apparel supply chain
The global apparel industry is making transformative changes, influenced by political tensions, ethical considerations, and an intensified cultural emphasis on sustainability. […]
2023’s Top Retailers: a closer look
Unlike last year when every retailer on the 2022 Hot 25 Retailers list experienced over 25% sales growth, 2023 saw only […]