Safeway shoppers could save a little extra money next time they hit the grocery store if they embrace a new online and mobile savings service dubbed Just for U. For years, Safeway has touted its Club Card concept, offering deals on all sorts of items in the aisles. Just for U promises savings of up… Read More…
Groupon is the latest tech giant to plant a flag in Seattle, opening an office in Seattle’s International District with room for 20 to 30 employees. The arrival of Groupon follows engineering offices from companies such as Hulu, Splunk, eBay, Facebook, Zynga and others, a trend we’ve talked about in great detail over the past… Read More…
Prior to his appearance on the GeekWire podcast a few weeks ago, Decide.com CEO Mike Fridgen hinted that the Seattle online shopping service was cooking up something new and exciting. At the time, Fridgen didn’t disclose what they were doing. But we’re now starting to get an inside look. The company, which launched a consumer electronics research site… Read More…
There’s been a lot of chatter in recent days about Amazon.com exploring the idea of opening a boutique-style retail store in Seattle. But, as it turns out, one Amazon.com unit is already operating in the real world and it is now considering more brick-and-mortar stores to make a deeper connection with customers. Quidsi, the operator… Read More…
The Seattle region’s exports of hoodies and longboards are about to decline substantially. Zumiez, the specialty retailer known for sports apparel and equipment, announced this morning that it will be moving its e-commerce fulfillment operations from its headquarters in Everett, Wash., north of Seattle, to Edwardsville, Kansas, in May. The company says the move will… Read More…
Just in time for the Super Bowl, Amazon.com is rolling out its latest game plan in e-commerce. The company today announced a new Sports Collectibles Store where sports fanatics can purchase everything from autographed baseballs to signed soccer cleats. The site allows shoppers to browse by professional sports — NFL, MLB, NBA and NHL —… Read More…
Online retailers raked in some big bucks this holiday season, with comScore today releasing a report showing that e-commerce spending hit $35.3 billion for the first 56 days of November and December. That’s a 15 percent increase over the holiday shopping season last year, and it marks the biggest tally ever. Interestingly, the biggest jump… Read More…
This is hardly a surprise. Amazon.com distanced itself from Netflix in the ForeSee Holiday E-Retail Satisfaction Index, an annual study that measures customer satisfaction. According to the report, Amazon scored 88 points — the highest score in the past 14 studies. (A score of 80 is considered excellent). It was followed by Avon, JC Penney,… Read More…
Walmart used to be the menace of main street. But now, small mom-and-pop retailers (along with their big box brethren) have a new punching bag: Amazon.com. The Seattle online retailer has been taking it on the chin this holiday season after releasing a new mobile application that encouraged shoppers to check out goods at brick-and-mortar… Read More…
It’s going to be a Kindle kind of holiday for many folks around the globe. Amazon.com today said that it is selling Kindles at a rate of more than one million per week — marking the third consecutive week that it has topped that milestone. The Seattle online retailer is notoriously quiet about the sales… Read More…
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Join us at the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® awards gala to see who will take home top honors in the Pacific Northwest. The finalists are high-growth entrepreneurs and leaders who are innovating, expanding and creating jobs and enhancing our communities. June 15, 2012 | Hyatt Regency Bellevue | 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Come celebrate!
You’re invited to HAPPY HOUR, a monthly meet up for leaders in the film, music and interactive industries to share, learn and make meaningful business connections. This month features guest speaker Trey Gunn, guitar player for King Crimson, Brian Eno, Tool, and more. Trey will speak to the value of original voice, how to find it, and how, as an artist and business professional, to use it to your advantage.
See you Wednesday, May 30th, 5-7 PM at Spitfire in Belltown, free admission (21+)
In case you haven’t heard, Splunk’s Seattle office is responsible for the company’s developer platform and Microsoft offerings. Join us for our open house, where you can geek out at demo stations, enjoy food and drinks, and meet our CEO, Godfrey Sullivan, and more Splunkers. The event is free, but if you’d like to make a donation, check out Year Up Seattle.
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