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Authentic Brands Group has purchased shoe and handbag brands Nine West and Bandolino through a bankruptcy auction.

The former Google exec will lead all marketing, creative and communications initiatives for the new-age apparel e-tailer.

In the span of one month, L'Oréal has expanded its portfolio three times through a licensing agreement with Valentino and the acquisition of two companies.

The deal for Bare Foods Co. expands the company's better-for-you portfolio.

New initiatives from the two giants are the latest examples of leading CPGs launching or partnering with product incubators to find and foster innovation outside their own four walls.

Debra Perelman, who'd been leading the cosmetics giant's digital transition as COO, was named its first female chief executive officer.

To face the pressures of the current business environment, consumer goods companies must adapt —and even force — growth opportunities through innovation and a differentiated approach.

The $1.68 billion deal will create one platform to serve B2B and B2C customers.