/bensadoun-school/articles/rss en /bensadoun-school/article/aldo-bensadoun-and-harley-finkelstein-share-retail-insights-during-fireside-chat <p>Entrepreneurial vision allows some people to see what the future could look like and shape what it will become. And as a precursor event to the <a href="/bensadoun-school/featured-events/retail-summits/2023-reshaping-future-retail-conference">Reshaping the Future of Retail</a> conference, the Bensadoun School of Retail Management (BSRM) and KPMG hosted two retail visionaries who shared insights they’ve learned while building innovative ideas into retail success stories.</p> Mon, 13 Nov 2023 14:50:17 +0000 Ty Burke 603497 at /bensadoun-school /bensadoun-school/article/mmr-experiential-learning-preparing-next-generation-retail-innovators <p>The McGill <a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Master of Management in Retailing</a> (MMR) is designed to offer a well-rounded deep dive into the world of retail, and one of the cornerstones of its approach is experiential learning. While the material taught within the four walls of a classroom lays a strong foundation, ultimately, it’s being able to apply that knowledge in a real-world setting that is perhaps most beneficial to our students.</p> Mon, 13 Nov 2023 14:36:45 +0000 Ireland Compton 603496 at /bensadoun-school /bensadoun-school/article/connecting-mcgills-academic-community-quebecs-retail-ecosystem <p>The way that we shop is changing, and for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), it can be challenging to keep up with the pace of innovation. But the <a href="/bensadoun-school/">Bensadoun School of Retail Management (BSRM)</a> is helping them do it.</p> <p>“Our ambition is to be the best academic institution in the world that is dedicated to the future of retail,” says Charles de Brabant, the executive director of BSRM. “But it is also important be a good local player, and the best way to do this is to go out and be with the people.”</p> Thu, 30 Nov 2023 16:10:37 +0000 Tyrone Burke 603525 at /bensadoun-school /bensadoun-school/article/mmr-program/icsc-canada-insights-three-master-management-retailing-mmr-students <p>This past October, three students from our <a href="http://www.mcgill.ca/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Master of Management in Retailing (MMR)</a> had the opportunity to attend ICSC @ Canada, a three-day expo and networking event for innovators and dealmakers in the retail space. The event was hosted by Innovating Commerce Serving Communities, a member organization for industry advancement which promotes and elevates the marketplaces and spaces where people shop, dine, work, play and gather as foundational and vital ingredients of communities and economies.</p> Wed, 29 Nov 2023 15:04:49 +0000 Communications 603523 at /bensadoun-school /bensadoun-school/article/mmr-program/aldo-bensadoun-gives-mmr-master-class-imparting-lessons-love-integrity-and-respect <p><img alt="Aldo Bensadoun" title="Aldo Bensadoun" height="600" width="471" style="width: 300px; height: 382px; float: right; margin-left: 15px; margin-right: 15px;" class="file-original rt" src="/bensadoun-school/files/bensadoun-school/aldo-bensadoun-72dpi-471x600-2.jpg" />Last month, the <a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr">Master of Management in Retailing (MMR)</a> students, along with other students and business/retail professionals, had the absolute pleasure of attending a Master Class led by <a href="https://www.mcgill.</body></html>"></a></p> Mon, 31 Oct 2022 15:58:55 +0000 Communications 578606 at /bensadoun-school /bensadoun-school/article/mmr-program/open-conversation-david-bensadoun-come-back-canadian-giant <p>On April 12, Prof. <strong><a href="/desautels/marie-josee-lamothe" target="_blank">Marie Josée Lamothe</a></strong>’s students, from both undergraduate and <a href="/desautels/programs/master-management-retailing-mmr" target="_blank">graduate </a>retail classes at the <a href="/bensadoun-school/"><strong>Bensadoun School of Retail Management</strong></a>, had the opportunity to meet and discuss with <strong>David Bensadoun</strong>, CEO of the ALDO Group.</p> Fri, 06 May 2022 14:39:13 +0000 BSRM Communications 506108 at /bensadoun-school /bensadoun-school/article/retail/societe-des-alcools-du-quebec-saq-bensadoun-school-join-forces <p>Consumer behaviour has changed dramatically during the pandemic. Public health restrictions have played a major role, but a trend toward e-commerce and omni-channel retail was already underway. It has only accelerated.</p> <p>“Companies now need to show a lot of creativity and resilience. External factors are having a huge impact on operations,” says Charles de Brabant, Executive Director of the Bensadoun School of Retail Management at �㽶��Ƶ. “Consumer behaviour changes, technology changes, and now supply chain disruptions are causing inflationary pressures.</p> Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:45:42 +0000 Tyrone Burke 470068 at /bensadoun-school /bensadoun-school/article/retail/future-of-retail <p>Quebec’s Minister for the Economy, Lucie Lecours, was on hand Monday, Nov. 8, for the official inauguration of the Retail Innovation Lab at the Bensadoun School of Retail Management at the Desautels Faculty of Management. The Lab, which began operations in January, is designed to provide a look at groundbreaking research and innovations, such as frictionless technologies, which will shape the future of the retail sector in a post-pandemic world.</p> Mon, 15 Nov 2021 18:37:00 +0000 Richard Deschamps, associé aux communications 421913 at /bensadoun-school /bensadoun-school/article/retail/celebrating-global-impact-aldo-bensadoun <p>As the 50th anniversary of ALDO draws near, founder Aldo Bensadoun reflects on the twists and turns in his path to success in this <a href="https://ici.radio-canada.ca/ohdio/balados/8589/isabelle-racicot-rencontre/570139/aldo-bensadoun-isabelle-racicot" target="_blank">special episode of Radio-Canada</a>, hosted by Isabelle Racicot. Founded in 1972, ALDO has grown from a small startup into a prestigious fashion footwear and accessories brand with household name recognition. The value-centred company reflects Mr.</p> Fri, 17 Sep 2021 18:54:03 +0000 Ashley Rabinovitch 393096 at /bensadoun-school /bensadoun-school/article/congratulations-professor-maxime-cohen-0 <p>Congratulations to Maxime Cohen on becoming a Full Professor! Professor Cohen is the youngest Full Professor currently at the Desautels Faculty of Management and a Bensadoun Faculty Scholar. Professor Cohen's research lies at the intersection of data science and operations management. His work spans different applications, including retail, ride-sharing, airline, sustainability, cloud computing, online advertising, and peer-to-peer lending.</p> Mon, 10 May 2021 12:52:24 +0000 BSRM Communications 311261 at /bensadoun-school