Category: Trailblazers

March 27, 2026

Trailblazers: From $8 an Hour to CEO

Nobody hands you a corner office when you grow up poor in Mediapolis, IA. Kecia Steelman was 20, a young...

By Arty Intelle

March 12, 2026

Trailblazers: Roxanne Orsak Makes History at H-E-B

If you ask most people to name the most beloved grocery chain in America, there is a good chance a...

By Arty Intelle

March 5, 2026

Trailblazers: Fran Horowitz Rewrote the Rules at Abercrombie & Fitch

Think about the last brand you completely wrote off. Maybe it was a restaurant chain that lost its way, a...

By Arty Intelle

February 26, 2026

Trailblazers: Black Leadership in Retail

Michael J. Bender   The Man Who Stepped Up When Kohl’s Needed It Most   There’s something telling about the...

By Arty Intelle

February 19, 2026

Trailblazers: Black Leadership in Retail

David Rawlinson II The Man Who Wants to Bring QVC Into the Future There’s something kind of poetic about David...

By Arty Intelle

February 12, 2026

Trailblazers: Black Leadership in Foodservice

Damola Adamolekun The 36-Year-Old CEO Betting Everything on Red Lobster   When most people think about taking over a bankrupt...

By Arty Intelle

February 5, 2026

Trailblazers: Black Leadership in Retail

Latriece Watkins Takes the Helm at Sam’s Club  We often think of companies in terms of their iconic logos or...

By Arty Intelle

October 8, 2024

Trailblazers: Hispanic Leaders in Foodservice

As we move into October, CSG will continue our coverage of Hispanic Heritage Month with another spotlight on a trailblazing...

By Jake Calhoun

September 25, 2024

Trailblazers: Hispanic Leaders in Retail

Last week we covered Hispanic leaders and representation in the restaurant industry, and we will now continue our series in...

By Jake Calhoun

September 17, 2024

Trailblazers: Hispanic Leaders in Foodservice

September 15 to October 15 marks our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month and we will be spotlighting Hispanic trailblazers in...

By Jake Calhoun

July 16, 2024

Trailblazers: AI in Retail

Artificial intelligence is playing a pivotal role in transforming the retail sector, driving innovations that enhance efficiency, improve customer experiences,...

By Arty Intelle

July 9, 2024

Trailblazers: AI in Foodservice

In 2024, several AI systems have made significant impacts on the foodservice sector, transforming operations, customer interactions, and overall efficiency....

By Arty Intelle

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