Top 100 Business Trends in April

From Convenience Store Cafes to Tech Company Credit Cards

— April 28, 2019 — Business
From convenience store cafes to smart tampon dispensers, this list of April 2019 business innovations outline how some of world's biggest brands and independent companies are shaping society while catering to consumer demands.

Apple is making waves in the tech and finance industry with a newly announced credit card called the Apple card. Set to offer consumers discounts and rewards, this new credit card represents the infinite possibilities for expansion the tech company can undergo. Meanwhile, lifestyle brand Muji is expanding into the travel industry with the launch of a thoughtfully designed hotel in Tokyo. The Muji hotel serves as an extension of the brand's minimalist and chic aesthetic, offering travelers the amenities and luxuries of the brand's retail items.

In order to draw more consumers, while appealing to existing clients, the cannabis retailer Planet 13 has added a pizza shop and cafe to the dispensary, creating a more welcoming environment that encourages consumers to stay.
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Exclusively Branded Streaming Services
Exclusively Branded Streaming Services
Apple TV+ will Stream Premium Content on Select Devices
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Medical Cannabis Partnerships
Medical Cannabis Partnerships
Shoppers Drug Mart and Flowr Team Up for Accessible Cannabis
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March Madness QSR Promotions
March Madness QSR Promotions
The Wendy’s Take You Shot Promotion Offers a Number of Prizes
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Universal Payment Platforms
Universal Payment Platforms
WeCashUp Offers an All-Encompassing Payment Service
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Empowering Restaurant Initiatives
Empowering Restaurant Initiatives
DoorDash's Kitchens Without Borders Supports Refugee Businesses
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Female-Focused Job Platforms
Female-Focused Job Platforms
The 'Rise' Technology Platform Connects Women to Opportunities
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Plant-Based QSR Meals
Plant-Based QSR Meals
The Chipotle Lifestyle Bowls Come in Two Meatless Varieties
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Custom Employee Wellness Programs
Custom Employee Wellness Programs
Hoame Improves Corporate Culture Through Specialized Programs
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Hair Loss Treatment Spas
Hair Loss Treatment Spas
The Zeva Hair Spa Specializes in Hair Loss Prevention
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Youthful Investor E-Books
Youthful Investor E-Books
Ally Invest Made 'The Clutch Guide to Investing' for Gen Z & Millennials
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Talk Show-Inspired Cafes
Talk Show-Inspired Cafes
A TODAY Show-Inspired Cafe Called 'TODAY Cafe' is Opening at Universal
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Fingerprint-Activated Debit Cards
Fingerprint-Activated Debit Cards
NatWest's Secure Debit Card is Reliant on Biometric Data
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Diverse Luxuriously Dressed Dolls
Diverse Luxuriously Dressed Dolls
Mattel Releases Its Anniversary Barbie Doll in Two Skin Tones
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Contactless Mobile Payment Devices
Contactless Mobile Payment Devices
TipTap is an Easy-to-Use, Stand-Alone Point-of-Sales Device
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Convenient Festival Deliveries
Convenient Festival Deliveries
At Coachella, Festival Essentials Can Be Sent to Amazon Lockers
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Realistic 3D Virtual Homes
Realistic 3D Virtual Homes
Invent Dev's Visualization Service Assists with the Pre-Sale of Homes
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Smart Tampon Dispensers
Smart Tampon Dispensers
Experience Agency Created the IoT 'Hooha' to Update Antiquated Dispensers
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On-the-Road Doll Pop-Ups
On-the-Road Doll Pop-Ups
This Barbie Pop-Up is Held in Walmart Parking Lots Across the Country
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Vegan Taste Tester Positions
Vegan Taste Tester Positions
The Food Brand Vibrant Vegan Co. is Hiring a New Director of Taste
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Multi-Purpose Entertainment Spaces
Multi-Purpose Entertainment Spaces
The Rec Room is Toronto's One-Stop-Shop for Games, Eats & More
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Attention-Catching Centre-Store Displays
Attention-Catching Centre-Store Displays
Kroger's 'Treasure EmporiYum' Spotlights Select Products
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Whimsical Upcycled Wildlife Homes
Whimsical Upcycled Wildlife Homes
This Colorful IKEA Project Realizes Homes for Wildlife in London
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Surfer Cafe Hybrids
Surfer Cafe Hybrids
'Open' is a New Surf-Friendly Establishment in Saint Agnes, Cornwall
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Exclusive PB&J Subscription Services
Exclusive PB&J Subscription Services
There is a New Monthly Subscription Service for PB&J Fanatics
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Professional Organizer Platforms
Professional Organizer Platforms
'Betternest' Helps Consumers Find Help with Tidying and More
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Mango Shop Pop-Ups
Mango Shop Pop-Ups
For One Day, the National Mango Board Set Up 'The Mango Store'
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K-Pop-Inspired Doll Releases
K-Pop-Inspired Doll Releases
Mattel is Launching a Line of BTS Dolls That are Highly Detailed
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Review-Based Store Selections
Review-Based Store Selections
Amazon's 'Four Star Store' Brings High-Rated Products to Consumers
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Cultured Silk Cosmetics
Cultured Silk Cosmetics
Eighteen B Makes Beauty Products with Lab-Created Silk Protein
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Sprawling Japanese Roasteries
Sprawling Japanese Roasteries
Starbucks is Set to Open Its Fifth Reserve Roastery in Tokyo, Japan
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Flat-Pack Chocolate Easter Bunnies
Flat-Pack Chocolate Easter Bunnies
IKEA Embraces the Spirit of Its Business Style for the Holidays
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Family-Friendly Tech Shops
Family-Friendly Tech Shops
Galaxy's Harajuku Store Appeals to Millennials with a Lounge and a Cafe
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Phone-Shaped Product Displays
Phone-Shaped Product Displays
Salesforce's Display Helps Consumers Try on AR Sunglasses
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Wellness-Inspired QSR HQs
Wellness-Inspired QSR HQs
Mcdonald's HQ in Chicago Takes Cues from Rising Consumer Consciousness
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Celebratory Custom Motorcycle Designs
Celebratory Custom Motorcycle Designs
Indian Motorcycles & Jack Daniel's Honor Their Partnership
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In-Orb Restaurant Locations
In-Orb Restaurant Locations
Willmott's Ghost Opens Its Doors to the Public from Amazon's Spheres
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Influencer Marketplace Apps
Influencer Marketplace Apps
'Basic Space' Connects Consumers to Influencer-Curated Goods
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Health-Conscious Drink Machines
Health-Conscious Drink Machines
The Laird Superfood Crescendo Machine was Created with Bunn
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Design-Centric Illustrated Travel Books
Design-Centric Illustrated Travel Books
& SMITH Works Alongside Mauritius Locals on This Book
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Indulgently Sweet Cold Coffees
Indulgently Sweet Cold Coffees
The Dunkin' Chocolate Cherry Cold Brew is Here for Spring 2019
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Aspiring Explorer Launch Events
Aspiring Explorer Launch Events
This National Geographic Pop-Up Spotlights the 'Explorer Academy'
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Tech Company Credit Cards
Tech Company Credit Cards
Apple Card will Offer Consumers Great Rates, Rewards, and More
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Rotating In-Store Pop-Up Displays
Rotating In-Store Pop-Up Displays
Bloomingdale's Thematic Carousel Will Change Every Two Months
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Apparel-Testing eSports Labs
Apparel-Testing eSports Labs
The H4X L4B is Place to Play Games and Wear-Test Performance Apparel
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Gen Z Sneaker Pop-Ups
Gen Z Sneaker Pop-Ups
American Eagle's Urban Necessities Resells Name-Brand Sneakers
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Beverage-Specific Branding Agencies
Beverage-Specific Branding Agencies
Denomination Offers Elevated Drinks Design Services
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Snapped Designer Ebony Benches
Snapped Designer Ebony Benches
Virgil Abloh Collaborates on This Unique Piece of Furniture
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Store-Branded Hotel Activations
Store-Branded Hotel Activations
The Muji Hotel in Tokyo is Located in the Ginza Region of Tokyo
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Whimsical Gen-Z Retailers
Whimsical Gen-Z Retailers
This Terez NYC Pop-Up Resembles a Fashionable Tween Clubhouse
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Supermarket Visual Search Tools
Supermarket Visual Search Tools
Slyce Launched a Mobile List-Building Solution for Shoppers
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Homeware Rental Partnerships
Homeware Rental Partnerships
West Elm and Rent the Runway are Teaming Up for Home Decor Rentals
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Semi-Autonomous Eateries
Semi-Autonomous Eateries
Singapore's Deliveroo Food Market Only Has Staff in the Back Kitchen
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Welcoming Decor Collections
Welcoming Decor Collections
Bee & Willow is Bed Bath & Beyond's First Whole Home & Furniture Brand
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Luxurious Camping Experiences
Luxurious Camping Experiences
AutoCamp is the Perfect Option for a Glamping-Style Adventure
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Incredibly Whimsical Bakery Identities
Incredibly Whimsical Bakery Identities
A Friend of Mine Facilitates Uplifting Branding for Rollers
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Secure Receding In-Wall ATMs
Secure Receding In-Wall ATMs
The DESIGNFEEL ATM Kiosk Secures Itself When Not in Use
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DIY-Style Holiday Workshops
DIY-Style Holiday Workshops
Build-A-Bear's Toy Workshop Strategy is Rolled Out in Multiple Cities
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Bubble Architecture Books
Bubble Architecture Books
Phaidon's 'Bubbletecture' Showcases Bubble-Friendly Designs
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Subway-Inspired High Fashion Installations
Subway-Inspired High Fashion Installations
Valentino Promotes Its Products Via SSENSE MONTRÉAL
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City-Friendly Grocery Concepts
City-Friendly Grocery Concepts
'Aldi Local' Sells Items That Are Easily Transported Without a Car
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Summery Cake-Infused Desserts
Summery Cake-Infused Desserts
These New Dairy Queen Desserts Come in Two Variations
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National Razor Recycling Initiatives
National Razor Recycling Initiatives
Gillette & TerraCycle Launch an Extensive Recycling Program
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In-Store Smart Home Displays
In-Store Smart Home Displays
P.C. Richard & Son Enhances the Customer Experience with Interaction
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Beautifully Illustrated Eastern Books
Beautifully Illustrated Eastern Books
Japanese Tales Features Illustrations with Great Depth
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Nature-Infused Co-Working Spas
Nature-Infused Co-Working Spas
3den Offers a Comfortable Place to Be During "In-Between Moments"
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Van Camper Rental Services
Van Camper Rental Services
The Roamerica Adventure Vehicle Rentals Service Facilitates Exploration
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Exclusive Virtual Pop-Ups
Exclusive Virtual Pop-Ups
Nike's Store Only Takes Air Max Credits Earned from Previous Purchases
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Immersive LEGO  Retail Experiences
Immersive LEGO Retail Experiences
The New LEGO Store in Sydney Boasts Inspiration & Immersion
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Convenience Store Cafe Concepts
Convenience Store Cafe Concepts
7-Eleven Launched a Sit-Down Cafe with Wine and Beer on Tap
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Three-Wheeled Delivery Vehicles
Three-Wheeled Delivery Vehicles
The Arcimoto 'Deliverator' Offers 100 Miles of Range Per Charge
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Cannabis Store Pizza Shops
Cannabis Store Pizza Shops
Planet 13 is Adding a Pizzeria and Coffee Shop to Its Giant Dispensary
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Art-Infused Department Store Campaigns
Art-Infused Department Store Campaigns
Selfridges Boasts Visual & Performance Art Through Display
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3D-Knitted Felt Acoustic Curtains
3D-Knitted Felt Acoustic Curtains
Petra Vonk's Innovative Design is Ideal for Office Environments
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Playful Parental Pop-Ups
Playful Parental Pop-Ups
The Playroom by Fatherly is an Interactive Holiday Activation
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AI-Powered Skincare Boutiques
AI-Powered Skincare Boutiques
SK-II's Connected Store Revolutionizes the Process of Choosing
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Health-Focused Kid Programs
Health-Focused Kid Programs
SpartanNash's Initiative Encourages Children's Healthy Eating Choices
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Striking Iridescent Glass Escalators
Striking Iridescent Glass Escalators
OMA Adds an Attention-Captivating Detail to Saks Fifth Avenue
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Sneaker-Honoring Magazine Launches
Sneaker-Honoring Magazine Launches
atmos Launches an Air Max Magazine That Will Delight Nike Fans
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Psychedelia-Inspired Clothing Pop-Ups
Psychedelia-Inspired Clothing Pop-Ups
Dries Van Noten Celebrates Its SS19 with Verner Panton's Art
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Clean Energy Community Concepts
Clean Energy Community Concepts
IKEA's Space10 Builds an Eco-Friendly Miniature Village Prototype
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Branded Donut Sneakers
Branded Donut Sneakers
Dunkin' and Saucony Join Forces Once More for a Dessert-Inspired Design
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AI Beauty Retail Mirrors
AI Beauty Retail Mirrors
Sephora's Digital Mirror Gives Personalized Recommendations to Shoppers
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Artistically Stylish Fashion Boutiques
Artistically Stylish Fashion Boutiques
Forty Five Ten Commissions Snarkitecture for Its NY Store
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High-Impact Training Facilities
High-Impact Training Facilities
Fit Factory Fitness Offers a Sizable Playground for Training
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Luxuriously Marbled Retail Interiors
Luxuriously Marbled Retail Interiors
Celine Stores are Getting an Overall Makeover by Hedi Slimane
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Remote Bungalow Offices
Remote Bungalow Offices
The Belize Tourism Board Arranges a Dreamy Alternative Co-Working Space
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Furniture-Less Coffee Bars
Furniture-Less Coffee Bars
Batay-Csorba's Design Embraces the Grab-and-Go Coffee Approach
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Architecture-Accenting Fashion Shoots
Architecture-Accenting Fashion Shoots
This Kinfolk Magazine Editorial Spotlights Richard England
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Minimalist Stand-Up Cafes
Minimalist Stand-Up Cafes
Pauline's Boasts a Warm Interior Which is Arranged by Master Studio
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Eco-Conscious Modern Bakery Designs
Eco-Conscious Modern Bakery Designs
La Fille Du Boulanger's Aesthetic is Playful and Uplifting
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Denim Customization Pop-Ups
Denim Customization Pop-Ups
'Zara Edited' Lets Customers Embroider Their Name on Denim Clothing
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Elegant Contemporary Cafe Designs
Elegant Contemporary Cafe Designs
Masa's Striking Design Aesthetic is Arranged by Studio Cadena
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Personalized High-Tech Beauty Pop-Ups
Personalized High-Tech Beauty Pop-Ups
Clinique's Immersive Shop Embraces Virtual Reality's Perks
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Stylish Low-Cost Pet Products
Stylish Low-Cost Pet Products
The Aldi UK Pet Product Collection is Value-Focused
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Kid-Focused Experiential Retail
Kid-Focused Experiential Retail
Camp is a Highly Active and Immersive Retail Experience for Kids
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