Biography

Mark Hamstra

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Mark Hamstra is a freelance business writer with experience covering a range of topics and industries, including food and mass retailing, the restaurant industry, direct/mobile marketing, and technology. Before becoming a freelance business journalist, Mark spent 13 years at Supermarket News, most recently as Content Director, where he was involved in all areas of editorial planning and production for print and online. Earlier in his career he also worked as a reporter and editor at other business publications, including Financial Technology, Direct Marketing News, Nation’s Restaurant News and Drug Store News.

Articles by
Mark Hamstra

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Company News

99 Cents Only Chain Begins Liquidation

Discount retailer operated 371 stores in 4 southwestern states

General Merchandise/HBC

Dollar Tree to Close 1,000 Stores

Family Dollar banner continues to struggle, while Dollar Tree sees strong consumables sales, adding coolers