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CRA Joins Governor Gavin Newsom in Addressing Organized Retail Crime

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Sacramento, CA – July 21, 2021 – California Retailers Association President and CEO Rachel Michelin issued the following statement after joining Governor Gavin Newsom in this morning’s press conference addressing the growing problem of Organized Retail Crime. “CRA applauds Governor Gavin Newsom for working with the California Retailers Association in extending the state’s Organized Retail Crime […]

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CRA Secures Critical ORC Task Force Funding in State Budget

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California Retailers Association President and CEO Rachel Michelin issued the following statement regarding Organized Retail Crime Task Force funding in the state budget. “The California Retailers Association applauds the State Legislature for the recent passage of the state budget that includes $5.5 million dollars to fund California’s Organized Retail Crime Taskforce. We thank the Newsom Administration

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Unified Business Community Calls on Governor Newsom to Provide Clarity on Economic Reopening

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SACRAMENTO—The unified state and regional business community today issued the following statement in response to new workplace regulations passed by the Cal/OSHA Standards Board and expedited by a subsequent Executive Order issued by Governor Gavin Newsom: “Today’s actions are a step in the right direction and we sincerely thank the governor for issuing an Executive

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CRA Joins More Than 35 Statewide, Regional, and Local Organizations Urging all 58 California Counties to Unite Behind the State’s June 15 Reopening Date

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Today, more than 35 statewide, regional, and local organizations sent a letter to all 58 California counties urging local leaders to unite behind the state’s June 15 reopening date. The message from business leaders, veterans, social justice advocates, and local chambers was clear — it’s time to rally behind Governor Newsom’s reopening plan and move

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CRA Partner Event: The White Label World Expo – Las Vegas 2021

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The ultimate destination for resellers and branding experts is finally back! The White Label World Expo will be held at the Las Vegas Convention Center on September 1 & 2, and is 100% free-to-attend! Experience the awe-inspiring knowledge of over 200 speakers from industry experts, 50+ masterclasses and 300+ exhibitors! White label and private label experts will gather to source all of the newest products and services, maximize their profitability and discover new

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KPCC Air Talk Radio Host Larry Mantle Speaks with CRA’s President and CEO Rachel Michelin to Check In On The Retail Industry’s Recovery As SoCal Moves Into The Yellow Tier

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Although retail stores have dealt with fewer drastic coronavirus-related closures than indoor restaurants, museums and other recreational businesses, the pandemic has still radically restructured the industry. In this segment, listeners hear more about how the pandemic has affected retail. Michelin: “We are seeing an uptick with people online shopping and getting back into our brick

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CRA President and CEO Rachel Michelin Op-ed in CalMatters: It’s time to safely reopen California and reject policies that will slow recovery

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By Rachel Michelin and Robert Rivinius Rachel Michelin is the president of the California Retailers Association and chair of Californians for a Safe and Rapid Recovery, cra@calretailers.com Robert Rivinius is the executive director of the Family Business Association of California, Robert@myfba.org IN SUMMARY Supporting laws for premium pay pushed by special interests will force store

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CRA Members Meet with CA State Controller Betty Yee to Discuss Future of Work

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Thank you to State Controller Betty Yee for meeting with our CA retail members today to discuss the future of work! CRA is retailers‘ voice in Sacramento working with state legislative and regulatory officers and their senior staff to ensure retail interests are protected. CRA proactively identifies and strategically seeks solutions to long-term issues of

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CRA President and CEO Rachel Michelin talks to KTVU-TV Fox2 Bay Area: California adjusts under new restrictions and confusion

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By Maureen Naylor SANTA CLARA, Calif. – If you’re having a hard time keeping up with the changing health guidelines, you’re not alone. From doctors to business owners, many people are trying to adjust to the latest stay-at-home order that most of the Bay Area is under. “I think there’s a lot of confusion,” said Rachel Michelin, President

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CRA President and CEO Rachel Michelin in KRON4 Bay Area: Holiday shopping: Stay safe from COVID-19 with these tips

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PALO ALTO, Calif. (KRON) — A series of smash-and-grab cases come as holiday shopping is underway. But this year’s more serious threat during Black Friday and gift shopping season is the surge in COVID-19 cases.  So far, retail stores in California have not been linked to any virus outbreaks, according to the California Retailers Association.

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