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Lego appoints Justine McKenny as marketing chief for ANZ

Inside Retail

McKenny joined The Lego Group in 2009 and has been responsible for the development and execution of some of the brand’s biggest campaigns in the region. McKenny will lead the marketing team for the region and join the leadership team, reporting to Troy Taylor – VP and GM for Australia and New Zealand.

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Wesfarmers’ API set to acquire Silk Laser Clinics business

Inside Retail

Founded in Adelaide in 2009, Silk Laser Clinics offer a range of non-surgical aesthetic products and services including cosmetic injectables, laser hair removal, skin treatments and body contouring. Wilson Asset Management Group, which owns a 9.3 per cent shareholding in Silk, is expected to vote in favour of the proposed takeover.

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Bed Bath & Beyond, Overstock Get New CEOs

Retail TouchPoints

Nielsen joined Overstock in 2009 and has held several executive positions since that time, including serving as President from 2019. A veteran merchandiser with expertise in ecommerce, Holt held various leadership roles at Walmart and Target before joining Conn’s HomePlus in 2021.

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Can Premier replicate Smiggle’s UK success with pyjama brand Peter Alexander?

Inside Retail

After Lew’s Premier Investments acquired the Just Group, and with it Peter Alexander, he shut down the US stores in 2009, saying it “reflects the board’s commitment to take the decisions that are necessary to maximise returns for shareholders”. The post Can Premier replicate Smiggle’s UK success with pyjama brand Peter Alexander?

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VF Corp names Bracken Darrell as its new CEO

Inside Retail

Richard Carucci, a VF board member since 2009 and interim chair during the organisation’s recent leadership change, has been named chair. Benno Dorer, who has been VF’s Interim President and CEO since December 5, will continue to serve on the board, a role he has had since 2017.

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Angry Birds retail cafe launches in the US 

Inside Retail

Launching iSwii by Angry Birds is a perfect way to bring locals and Angry Birds fans back to fun in-person experiences,” said the executive director of Asset Management of SCG America, Robert Leck.

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Zarraffa’s launches drive-thru trial as it eyes future growth

Inside Retail

Zarraffa’s management believes the company’s future growth will be driven by the nimbler drive-thru-only footprint, which will also give prospective franchisees a reduced entry cost to the franchise. We launched our first drive-thru store back in 2009 and we haven’t looked back since,” he said.

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