Linda L. Bean, a granddaughter of famed outdoor retailer L.L. Bean who became an entrepreneur, philanthropist and conservative activist, has died at age 82. Bean died Saturday, her business manager, Veronika Carlson, confirmed in a written statement Sunday. No cause was given. “Linda was known for her amazing work ethic, entrepreneurial spirit as well as… Continue reading Linda Bean, an entrepreneur, GOP activist and granddaughter of retailer LL Bean, dies at 82
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Bed Bath & Beyond comes back as an online retailer
Bed Bath & Beyond’s website relaunched Tuesday under its new owner, Overstock.com, breathing new life to the iconic home goods retailer declared bankrupt earlier this year. The goal, said Overstock CEO Jonathan Johnson, is to combine Bed Bath’s brand name with Overstock’s business model “to create a business that can soar.” Johnson said customers visiting… Continue reading Bed Bath & Beyond comes back as an online retailer