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Burberry Names Akeroyd its Next CEO

Retail TouchPoints

“I am looking forward to returning to London, where I first built my career in the luxury industry, to join a talented team with ambitious plans for the future and a strong platform to accelerate growth.”. At Burberry he will report to Chair Murphy and the Board of Directors.

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Burberry names new CEO

Inside Retail

Prior to Versace, he was CEO at Alexander McQueen from 2004 to 2016. Akeroyd has also held several senior fashion roles at London-based luxury department store Harrods. “I

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ARA – the voice of Australia’s retail community

Inside Retail

In May 2004, a new registered organisation was approved in which the various state bodies became divisions of the ARA. Based on this consensus, it was agreed that all state-based associations amalgamate to become the Australian Retailers Association (ARA). Why join the ARA.

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The Weekly Closeout: J. Jill names chief merchant as Spirit Halloween resurrects seasonal hiring

Retail Dive

Deep Dive Podcasts Library Events Press Releases Topics Sign up Search Sign up Search Operations Marketing Technology DTC Distressed Retail Department Stores Executives Financial News Trends E-Commerce An article from Column The Weekly Closeout: J. Meanwhile, the spooky store plans to bring on 50,000 employees.

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Retail appointments of the week

Inside Retail

Prior to Versace, he was CEO at Alexander McQueen from 2004 to 2016. Akeroyd has also held several senior fashion roles at London-based luxury department store Harrods. “I

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Who could replace Sharon White as the next John Lewis Partnership chair?

Retail Gazette

On top of that, she has faced fierce criticism around her turnaround plan, which includes a focus on non-retail activities such as house building. Alison Brittain Alison Brittain, currently chair of John Lewis’ big rival in homewares Dunelm and the Premier League, could be a good fit for the department store and grocery group.

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NRF: Consumers to spend more for Valentine’s Day

Mass Relators

More than half (52%) of consumers plan to celebrate and will spend an average of $192.80. in 2022, and the second-highest figure since NRF and Prosper started tracking Valentine’s Day spending in 2004. Those aged 35 to 44 plan to outspend other age groups, allocating $335.71 Americans plan to spend more than $5.5