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Stop & Shop Names Industry Vet as Chief Merchant

Retail TouchPoints

He originally joined the supermarket retailer in 2004 as a grocery buyer and category manager: Its a brand I know well and look forward to caring for in my new role. Nicholsons career also has included stints at Walmart, SuperValu and Winn-Dixie.

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Dollar General Promotes New President and CFO Following Strong Quarter

Retail TouchPoints

Dollar General has promoted John Garratt to President and CFO, effective September 1, 2022. From 2004 to 2014 he served at Yum! Brands in various positions of increasing responsibility in corporate strategy and financial planning. said Jeff Owen, COO at Dollar General in a statement. and net sales up 9% to $9.4

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Retailers tap silver and green trends at Hong Kong fair

Inside Retail

Sustainability, health, and wellness are at the core of our three-year strategic plan, said Chong. Meanwhile, Hong Kong-based Moral Team Holdings promoted its range of biodegradable and recycled-material bags, and Indonesias Teak Homeware returned with wood products emphasising craftsmanship and sustainable sourcing.

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Morrisons strengthens leadership team with internal shake-up

Retail Gazette

In addition to Graingers appointment, Jodie Keating has been promoted to the role of group people director. Brown previously served as national property director of Aldi from March 2004 until March 2025. Keating, who has been with Morrisons for nearly 15 years, previously held the position of people director for operations.

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Best of 2024: Clintons new owner’s plans for the card retailer that refuses to fold

Retail Gazette

Then in 2004 it snapped up rival chain Birthdays – which operated 500 stores, discount business Cards Direct, and a string of Partyland franchise outlets – for 46.4m ” He says that is “going to mean some pain this year” with its brand strategy and growth plan coming into force from 2025 onwards.

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Five lessons business leaders can take from the recent wave of retail collapses

Inside Retail

Despite a 20-year history since its founding in 2004, Booktopia has faced financial turmoil in recent years. Stability and financial health come first Comprehensive planning, which involves forecasting, budgeting, and frequent reviews, is necessary to establish and preserve dependable financial stability.

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Indigo announces first-of-its-kind urban concept store

Retail Focus

The Foundation provides resources including new books and learning materials, training and year-round curation support to help ensure teachers, education staff, school administrators and other key stakeholders have the tools they need to promote literacy in their communities. million to more than 1,000,000 students across Canada since 2004.

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