Michaels Sets Temporary Leadership Team As CEO Search ContinuesA trio of executives will oversee day-to-day operations as the retailer seeks a replacement for the recently departed Ashley Buchanan Michaels New Holiday Collections Rolling Into StoresIn response to consumers shopping earlier for their holiday needs, the retailer is debuting the first of four new lines in September. MakerPlace by Michaels Partners With Artist Abbey Romeo The limited-time assortment includes hand-knit scares and a hat-and-scarf bundle. Michaels Cutting Prices On Thousands Of Items The arts & crafts specialty retailer is implementing reductions of up to 40% on more than 5,000 items across several product categories. Michaels Expands, Revamps In-Store Events The arts & crafts specialty retailer is launching kids birthday parties in the U.S. while also giving other store-based events a refresh. Michaels New Ad Campaign Support MakerPlace The arts & crafts retailer's new effort looks to expand its marketplace for handmade goods. Michaels Sees Success In Early Holiday Sets Officials with the arts & crafts retailer received positive feedback from shoppers after it rolled out Halloween merchandise two weeks earlier than normal. Michaels to Host Vendor Summit The arts & crafts retailer is seeking new products in several categories including storage, organization and art supplies. Michaels names new CFO Crafting retailer appointed Michael Diamond to executive vice president, chief financial officer Kroger names new chief merchant Stuart Aiken of 84.51˚ will assume the role following the retirement of Joe Grieshaber; Yael Cosset steps in to head the data analytics subsidiary 1 2 Next Last