Department Stores have been part of the North American retailing landscape for several generations, however, over the last decade they seemed to have struggled to re-orientate themselves to remain relevant with a compelling proposition in the "Age of Amazon".
Is it time for their leadership teams to make some bold moves to succeed? If so, what radical changes should they consider to “jump start” their propositions for the 2020’s and to set trends?
Christine has lived in Portland, OR for 16 years, having grown up in Vancouver B.C. and then a 9 year stint in Toronto. Ont. before she made the move to PDX.
She hails from a line of gardening women. Her beloved Tutu (grandmother) won awards for her garden, in particular for her roses. Christine's mum Wendy was also an avid gardener who volunteered at the UBC Botanical gardens. Christine's passion for gardening started early and in particular she was drawn to succulents and the unique creations of Thomas Hobbs in Vancouver. She is inspired by the unique and often quirky look of the plants as well as the beautiful containers she puts them in. Succulents are sustainable, peaceful and low maintenance. Each one is unique and some are flawed but they are just as beautiful - like we are as humans!
