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These Food & Beverage Pros Are Bringing More Expertise to the Table

4 days ago
1 min

These Food & Beverage Pros Are Bringing More Expertise to the Table

A Bullseye View | February 23, 2021 Target's Food & Beverage teams work each day from stores to supply chain and headquarters to help families discover the everyday joy of food. Food & Beverage Coordinators (FBC) have the mission to champion food safety and processes to reduce food waste, train our teams, all while getting to know the unique needs of each community. Two FBC extraordinaires share their expertise and their favorite Target foods. Thomas Hill, Chicago Hill fell

Target Supporting the Next Generation of Black Talent

5 days ago
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Target Supporting the Next Generation of Black Talent

A Bullseye View | February 22, 2021 Target is partnering with historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) as an essential part to ensuring Black guests see themselves represented in products, stores and teams. From their focus on serving first-generation students to their important work helping bridge the academic achievement gap, HBCUs play a critical role in supporting and developing Black talent. Target’s inaugural HBCU Design Challenge, invited HBCU students to s

What Big-Box Retailers have to Gain from DTC Brands

5 days ago
2 min

What Big-Box Retailers have to Gain from DTC Brands

Retail Dive | February 22, 2021 Scattered among the product assortment at a Walmart or Target are an increasing number of direct-to-consumer brands. Although DTC brands are known to cut out the middleman, the online marketplace is flooded. Some brands turn to permanent shops in key markets, others opt for temporary pop up shops. What's working? Turning to key retail partners. "Having immediate access to the base of a retailer like Walmart [and] being able to have a store pres

These Winning Designs are Helping Target Reimagine the Plastic Bag

Feb 16
1 min

These Winning Designs are Helping Target Reimagine the Plastic Bag

A Bullseye View | February 16, 2021 Target continues to reduce it's footprint on the planet and works to create a better future for all. As a founding partner of the Consortium to Reinvent the Retail Bag, Target and other major retailers like CVS Health and Walmart selected nine cutting-edge potential designs for the retail bag of the future. Here's an inside look at several of the selected designs - Sway Sway’s design uses seaweed-derived material that is bio-based and desig

Target's New Leadership Changes

Feb 16
1 min

Target's New Leadership Changes

Adweek | February 16, 2021 Target announced a series of leadership changes, including 14-year company veteran Cara Sylvester as its new chief marketing and digital officer. Sylvester, who also assumes the title of executive vice president, has held a number of buyer roles at Target, most recently as senior vice president of merchandising for home. As CMO, Sylvester will be responsible for expanding Target’s loyalty program and in-house media company. Current chief marketing,

BarkBox Parent Revenues Grow 78% in Q3

Feb 16
1 min

BarkBox Parent Revenues Grow 78% in Q3

Retail Dive | February 16, 2021 Since the start of the pandemic, the pet sector has only grown in popularity as consumers turn to their pets in times of uncertainty. As this continues into 2021, Bark will be going public after striking a deal with Northern Star Acquisition Corp . and reporting on third quarter results. Year over year growth is seen at 78%, around $105 million. Subscription shipments in the period grew 47% from last year to 1.1 million, while new subscriptions

Target's All in Motion’s Success Credited to Target Guests

Feb 8
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Target's All in Motion’s Success Credited to Target Guests

A Bullseye View | February 8, 2021 Target's, owned brand All in Motion became a billion-dollar brand in just one year since launching. As people started spending more time at home than ever before, activewear and loungewear became family go-to’s. The activewear brand gave an inclusive and sustainable solution just when comfort and value was (and still is) so important. “Our owned brands are truly a differentiator for Target, and in its first year, All in Motion stood out in t

Feb 3
1 min

DTC Brand Native Launches Hair Care Line

Retail Dive | February 3, 2021 As with many DTC brands, Native is broadening its product selections. Expanding into new categories is a growing trend among e-commerce brands, as is partnering with big-box retailers to make products available in physical stores. Personal care brand Native announced their release of its first hair care line. The new collection became available exclusively at Target stores nationwide on Monday, including shampoo, conditioner and hair masks. In i

Target Is Winning the Pandemic Race

Feb 2
2 min

Target Is Winning the Pandemic Race

WWD | February 2, 2021 Target might have mastered the perfect pandemic formula. Products from fashion and food to home goods and essentials are available through brick-and-mortar stores, online shopping, personal shoppers, same-day delivery services and drive-up options. “Target is operating on all eight cylinders. And if they had more cylinders they’d be operating on those as well,” Craig Johnson, founder of Customer Growth Partners. “Yes, there’s a lot of competition in th

How Target’s Celebrating Black History Month

Feb 1
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How Target’s Celebrating Black History Month

A Bullseye View | February 1, 2021 Target’s celebrating Black voices, heritage and creativity with their Black History Month collection, including hundreds of items from Black designers and businesses. Not only this month, but the collection is part of Target’s Black Beyond Measure campaign, focused on celebrating Black life every day and Target's ongoing commitment to support and uplift the Black community. This year’s collection includes three designs from up-and-coming Bla

Target and Levi Strauss & Co. Level Up with Limited-Edition Lifestyle Collab

Jan 26
1 min

Target and Levi Strauss & Co. Level Up with Limited-Edition Lifestyle Collab

A Bullseye View | January 26, 2021 Target and Levi Strauss & Co. are taking their decade-long partnership to the next level. The partnership began with with the introduction of the DENIZEN from Levi’s value denim brand in 2011 and expanded in 2019 when Levi’s Red Tab at Target launched. Now introducing... Levi’s for Target. More than 100 items crafted mindful of durability and sustainability, including home, pets and apparel and accessories products that are all landing just

Safe, Easy and Full of Joy: Inside Target's Strong Holiday Season

Jan 13
1 min

Safe, Easy and Full of Joy: Inside Target's Strong Holiday Season

A Bullseye View | January 13, 2021 Throughout 2020, Target teams worked to meet guests’ changing needs, preparing for a holiday season unlike any before. Here's an inside scoop of Target’s strong performance in November and December 2020 - Same-day pickup and delivery Sales on industry-leading contactless same-day services—Drive Up, Order Pickup and Shipt—grew a combined 193% as more guests made them a part of their routine and leaned on them for holiday must-haves. In Decemb

How Team Target Learned, Grew and Persevered Through 2020

Jan 4
1 min

How Team Target Learned, Grew and Persevered Through 2020

A Bullseye View | January 4, 2021 Through incredible uncertainty and challenge after challenge throughout the past year, Target's team rose up together—while remaining six feet apart—to take care of guests, communities and one another. Safety first. In the pandemic, Target knew guests would turn to them more than ever. Target committed to safety, including rolling out various safety measures, contactless fulfillment, investing in their team’s well-being and more. Weathering t

Here’s How Target’s Making Returns Safe and Easy This Season and Beyond

Dec 23, 2020
1 min

Here’s How Target’s Making Returns Safe and Easy This Season and Beyond

A Bullseye View | December 23, 2020 Whether you received a gift not quite your style or now you're the proud owner of two new waffle irons, Target has you covered. This year at Target, you can return most new, unopened items within 90 days. Purchased at a Target store? Return it at any Target store. Bought it on Target.com? Return it at any Target store or drop it off at a convenient UPS or FedEx return access point for free return shipping. Got it as a gift? Return it to any

No Time Left? No Problem. Target’s Got the Recipe to Get Your Holiday Shopping Done Fast

Dec 14, 2020
1 min

No Time Left? No Problem. Target’s Got the Recipe to Get Your Holiday Shopping Done Fast

A Bullseye View | December 14, 2020 The holiday countdown is on, and Target has everything you need to check off your lists for an unforgettable and safe holiday. Take a look: 1. Shop! Use Target's gift guides to find the perfect present for beauty guru (nail polish set), a fashion forward friend (puffer jackets for men, women and kids) or a toy enthusiast (iconic giant piano mat). 2. Save. Special deals leading up to Christmas you won't want to miss, including $50 off Apple

Target Foundation Awards More Than $5 Million to Twin Cities Nonprofits for Racial Equity

Dec 9, 2020
2 min

Target Foundation Awards More Than $5 Million to Twin Cities Nonprofits for Racial Equity

A Bullseye View | December 9, 2020 This year, Target's Hometown racial equity grant from the Target Foundation is investing more than $5 million to over 70 local nonprofits serving Minnesota’s Black, Indigenous and People of Color communities. “We have immense pride in our hometown, and we know there is a lot of work to be done to advance racial equity in the Twin Cities and the state of Minnesota,” says Amanda Nusz, Target’s vice president of corporate responsibility and pre

Here’s How You Can Make Your Target Run Even Safer

Dec 7, 2020
1 min

Here’s How You Can Make Your Target Run Even Safer

A Bullseye View | December 7, 2020 Since the pandemic first began, guests have turned to Target for essentials including groceries, medicine, cleaning supplies and work-and-learn-from home gear. Target's goal is to create a convenient, flexible shopping experience for guests and team members. While Target does their part, they encourages guests to follow these tips to make everyone's shopping experience even safer. Make a list and check it twice. With a shopping list you are

Guests are Shopping Safely and Saving Millions Wrapping up on Black Friday Deals this Week

Nov 23, 2020
1 min

Guests are Shopping Safely and Saving Millions Wrapping up on Black Friday Deals this Week

A Bullseye View | November 23, 2020 Since Target kicked off their week-long Black Friday deals during the full month of November, guests have scored incredible finds, saved millions and turned to contactless same-day services to shop safely. “Our completely new approach to Black Friday is giving guests flexibility to safely get the best holiday deals on their own terms,” says Christina Hennington, executive vice president and chief merchandising officer, Target. Black Frida

One Year In, See How Target Circle Members Are Giving Back and Saving Big

Nov 12, 2020
1 min

One Year In, See How Target Circle Members Are Giving Back and Saving Big

A Bullseye View | November 12, 2020 Target's free loyalty program just turned 1 and is celebrating with 80 million members in the Target Circle family! In just one year, Target Circle members: Saved nearly $2 billion with Target Circle offers Earned nearly $200 million with rewards toward future purchases Directed more than $7 million to 2,500 local and national nonprofit organizations Target Circle members will have access to even more offers this holiday season all in one p

A New Ulta Beauty Experience is Coming to Target

Nov 10, 2020
1 min

A New Ulta Beauty Experience is Coming to Target

A Bullseye View | November 10, 2020 Target announces their latest partnership with your favorite Ulta Beauty products in an exciting new beauty experience. Pictured is an early concept that’s currently being designed to be located near the beauty section. The new shop-in-shop destination will begin rolling out at 100 Target stores nationwide and on Target.com in 2021. Guests will discover new limited-edition products, along with skin care and hair care basics—all while shoppi