Outdoor co-op REI commits to the circular economy by giving gear a second lease of life with its new store concept
This is the third time the retailer is cutting its workforce in less than 12 months
New markets for outdoor retailer include Glendale, Ariz., and Rancho Mirage, Calif.
Co-op cites escalating crime, landlord dispute for store closure
Mary-Farrell Tarbox will be charged with enhancing the employee experience and customer service
The retailer will also be closing its distribution and call centers for Black Fridays moving forward
REI's New York SoHo store was the first to unionize back in March
The store and its employees will be represented by the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union
Retailer also promotes two execs from within its ranks
This is now the retailer's 7th year in a row closing for Thanksgiving and Black Friday
