… And we're back! Welcome to another edition of Insider Retail, our weekly digest of our top deep dives into all things shopping, fast food, grocery delivery, startups and so much more. Today we're kicking things off with allegations of "toxic positivity" at Lululemon, rumors about Subway's future, and startups to watch.
Some Lululemon retail employees say there is an environment of 'toxic positivity,' where workers feel pressure to share personal information with managers and constant feedback can feel like bullying.
Instacart is raising millions, as total online grocery sales projected to pass $100 billion in 2021. But it faces a swarm of rivals, from startups like GoPuff to bigger players such as DoorDash.
Some direct-to-consumer brands saw record revenue growth during the pandemic. Eleven founders of companies like Bite and Feals shared how their brands were shaped by COVID-19.
Workers at Tate's Bake Shop, known for its crispy cookies, have until April 21 to vote in a union election. They say an anti-union employee threatened violence and claimed MS-13 gang ties.
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