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Runway launches Vhernier, bringing Milanese elegance to Vietnam 

Inside Retail

Founded in Valenza, Italy, in 1984 and headquartered in Milan, Vhernier was acquired by the Traglio family in 2001. Furthermore, we believe the maison will benefit from our willingness to invest in marketing activities, which will contribute to increasing the Vhernier brand awareness locally. per cent during 2024-2032.

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The CEO of Dissh on how a strong brand identity enabled international expansion

Inside Retail

Inside Retail connected with the CEO and creative director of Dissh, Lucy Henry-Hicks, on how the brand has approached international expansion and finding the Dissh girl in new markets abroad. The short-term residency offered an invaluable opportunity to test the market and gauge local appetite. LHH: Yes, and no.

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Can Asda veteran Allan Leighton return the supermarket to its former glory?

Retail Gazette

Leighton helmed Asda from 1996 to 2001 and is credited with turning around the struggling chain, alongside current M&S chair Archie Norman – pulling the grocer from the brink of insolvency to orchestrating its bumper £6.7bn sale to Walmart in 1999. as sales fell 5.5% in the 12 weeks to 3 November.

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Some retailers are turning to air freight to offer a competitive edge

Inside Retail

Such companies are keen to ensure fast delivery of products, especially new product launches, to the market rather than using only ocean shipping options. Unpredictability Ng believes the potential for ongoing black swan events and market disruptions make forecasting the industrys trajectory exceptionally challenging this year.

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Tariffs Hit Hard: Brand and Retail Leaders on 2025’s Biggest Challenge 

Retail TouchPoints

He started Evo in 2001 in his garage in Seattle selling used ski and snowboard gear. She joined Elevate as COO in 2023, after 20 years at Burton Snowboards in a variety of roles in North America, Europe and Asia, including as SVP of Digital and Business Transformation, SVP of Operations and Asia Distribution Director.

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M&S, Debenhams, John Lewis: Why British retailers struggle to crack Australia

Inside Retail

Marks & Spencer’s launch of a lingerie and sleepwear range in Australia through an exclusive partnership with department store chain David Jones is a case of ‘let’s try this again’ for the British retailer, which has previously operated stores in the market and maintained an online website.

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Empowering Change: Progress for Women Entrepreneurs in Today’s Business Landscape

Small Biz Trends

Successful women entrepreneurs emphasize the importance of a solid business plan, innovation, and effective digital marketing strategies to thrive in competitive markets. Women continue to excel in customer acquisition and sales by employing effective marketing strategies, including digital marketing and social media.