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With Sights on Global Growth, Draper James Sells Majority Stake

Retail TouchPoints

Consortium Brand Partners (CBP), a consumer-focused investment manager, has acquired a majority ownership stake in Draper James , the fashion and lifestyle retail brand founded by actress Reese Witherspoon. ” Founded in 2015, Draper James is focused on its next era of growth. Financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed.

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Morrisons overhauls senior leadership team as it shapes up for ‘next chapter’

Retail Gazette

Morrisons has unveiled a host of management changes as CEO Rami Baitiéh begins shaping up his senior team for the supermarket’s next chapter. Blackhurst returns to Morrisons from 18 March, having previously worked for the grocer between 2015 to 2019 primarily as group commercial director.

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Kendu Announces New Managing Director

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(PRESS RELEASE) Daniel Cortazar has been appointed managing director of Kendu In-Store Visual Solutions and will oversee all business operations in the US and LATAM. Cortazar previously held the position of regional general manager US & LATAM in Arflu for six years and was based in the US. production facilities in Doral, Florida.

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Retail appointments of the week

Inside Retail

Lelio’s track record of strong global leadership brings outstanding luxury expertise to Tom Ford Fashion across retail management, wholesale distribution, marketing, digital, and key markets including China,” Zegna said. “I In this role, Gavazza will report directly to Ermenegildo Zegna, chairman and CEO of Zegna Group.

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How British brand Papier is driving growth in the global stationery market

Inside Retail

How Papier made a name for itself across the pond Papier was originally launched in 2015 by chief executive officer and founder Taymoor Atighetchi. million in revenue globally. In 2017, Papier raised approximately US$4 million in a Series A funding round.

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Gymshark CCO exits after 8 years

Retail Gazette

// Gymshark chief commercial officer Niran Chana leaves the retailer // Chana joined the retailer over eight years ago as a customer service manager Gymshark chief commercial officer Niran Chana has left the sportswear giant after eight years.

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“Primed for disruption”: Cargo Crew founder talks acquisition, growth plans

Inside Retail

As part of the arrangement, Glow obtained 51 per cent ownership of Cargo Crew, with the brand retaining full management control. After winding up the label, she identified an opportunity to combine her passion for fashion and design with her experience in wholesale, and working with corporate and hospitality clients.

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