Inside Retail

AUGUST 10, 2025

Goddard stated that Wells’ appointment demonstrated the strength of the company’s succession planning and the quality of its management team.

Returns

Inside Retail

DECEMBER 3, 2024

To put these numbers into perspective, that is more than double what US consumers spent online on Black Friday 2017, which drove US$5.03 There was sales growth over last year, although most of this was generated online rather than in stores,” Neil Saunders, managing director and retail analyst at GlobalData, observed.

Consumer

Retail Gazette

JANUARY 26, 2025

In 2017, she took on the role of category director for fashion and beauty. Last week, the supermarket revealed plans to cut 3,000 jobs as part of a drive to simplify its business and address rising costs, including a 140m leap in employer national insurance contributions from April.

Supermarket

Retail Gazette

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

His arrival coincides with the departure of Poundland’s managing director Austin Cooke , who resigned from the business after seven years and more than a year since he took over from Williams. Pepco has also put a pause on the retailer’s expansion plans for the year. in the three months to 31 December and 3.6%

Returns

Inside Retail

AUGUST 4, 2025

We’re going back to what we believe is the heart of Tigerlily,” Prue Slocombe, the brand’s general manager, told Inside Retail. Crescent itself paid Billabong $60 million to acquire the brand in 2017, and Billabong bought it from Meares for $5.8 million in 2007. We put the A-team back together,” Coates said.

Returns

Inside Retail

JULY 29, 2025

This strategic repositioning allows us to optimise our footprint in the North American market while remaining true to our brand DNA,” Johanna Lellouche, the deputy managing director of Kitsuné Group, told The Business of Fashion. By 2016, the two partners had split up, and both locations were shut down.

Wholesale

Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Marshall, who managed the retailer between 2017 and 2019, says that when he joined the garden centre chain its “biggest seller” was its 10-piece breakfast available in its restaurants. British Garden Centres development and project manager Amy Stubbs says the weather has played havoc on trading this year.

Returns

Retail Gazette

MARCH 6, 2025

His arrival coincided with the departure of Poundland’s managing director Austin Cooke , who resigned from the business after seven years and more than a year since he took over from Williams. ” Williams had previously transformed the discount chain business during his time as managing director between 2017 and 2023.

Returns

Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Earlier this year it unveiled plans to cut 1,600 roles as it looks to make 1.6bn in cost savings over the next three years on the back of softer sales. Back in 2017, Nike launched its Consumer Direct Offense, as it looked to expand its direct-to-consumer (DTC) business, and lower its reliance on wholesale accounts.

Wholesale

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 23, 2025

When we talked to [merchants] in 2016 and 2017, the immediate response was, Why on earth would I make returns easier? Retail TouchPoints) Those robots are central to how Happy Returns plans to continue to scale its business. We have spent years managing our attrition down. That mindset is changing. and Valencia, Calif.

Returns

Small Biz Trends

AUGUST 1, 2025

Focus on gathering data from brand management tools and social listening to assess brand awareness , sentiment, and reach. After that, develop an all-encompassing content and communication plan to assure consistent messaging across all channels. Strong brands can see a 33% rise in customer loyalty post-rebrand.

Promotions

Small Biz Trends

AUGUST 1, 2025

A Business Growth Plan Template is a strategic tool that helps you outline your company’s expansion objectives. Key Takeaways A business growth plan template is a strategic framework designed to outline objectives and strategies for rapid expansion. Let’s explore its key components and benefits in more detail.

Planning

Retail Prophet

APRIL 11, 2025

Not only does the private equity firm use these funds to acquire the target company, but they also charge investors a management fee, normally about 2 percent of the total value of the investment. About 80 percent of the funds used in leveraged buyouts typically come from private investors. So why do these deals fail?

Payment Services

Retail Gazette

JULY 18, 2025

Our strategy is to partner with management teams to improve the operating profitability and strategic value of their businesses,” it says on its website, adding that it provides “flexible capital structured for each investment to position companies to succeed”.

Beauty and Health

Retail Dive

AUGUST 8, 2025

8, 2025 Cara Salpini Senior Editor post share post print email license People walk by an Under Armour store in Manhattan on February 15, 2017, in New York City. We’d be doing this anyway,” Plank said of Under Armour’s plan to reduce SKUs and sell more products at higher prices. Published Aug. Please let us know if you have feedback.

Payment Services

Retail Dive

JULY 14, 2025

A smart home hub, like the company’s Dirigera, is required to add Matter-enabled products to a home setup. “Until now, smart home technology hasn’t been easy enough to use for most people, or affordable enough for many to consider,” David Granath, range manager at Ikea of Sweden, said in a statement. stores and online.

Department Stores

Small Biz Trends

JULY 1, 2025

Tax Burden Takes Center Stage Hansen likens the stress of managing business taxes to climbing a mountain while carrying a heavy backpack. You’re strong and have the will to manage, but the weight is significant,” he explains. Imagine you’re climbing a mountain with a backpack full of heavy stones.

Planning

365 Retail

JUNE 5, 2025

Garden Town Vision: More Than Just New Homes A major turning point in Aylesbury’s evolution came in 2017, when it was designated as a Garden Town by the government. Unlike typical housing schemes, the Garden Town approach prioritises well-planned, sustainable development. There’s also a focus on sustainable transport.

Planning

Inside Retail

MAY 8, 2025

The acquisition announcement came days after Cue Clothing Cos former executive director Justin Levis announced plans to sue his parents, Rod and Lynette Levis. Oroton went from voluntary administration in 2017 to getting back in the black in 2022, reclaiming its reputation as a fashion-forward brand.

Fashion

Small Biz Trends

JULY 8, 2025

Stablecoins for Stability: Utilize stablecoins to manage cash flow and simplify transactions in volatile markets, allowing for better financial planning and strategy. They simplify transactions in volatile markets and serve as effective tools for cash flow management in business automation.

Payment Services

Small Biz Trends

JUNE 13, 2025

Future Growth Potential: With plans for new vehicle models and energy products, Tesla continues to focus on expansion and technological advancements, setting a roadmap for continued industry leadership. Elon Musk assumed the CEO role in 2008, transitioning Tesla toward robust management necessary for growth.

Marketing

Small Biz Trends

JUNE 30, 2025

You gain access to a comprehensive franchise operations manual , ensuring that you manage your business effectively. Medication management : Helping seniors with medication reminders to ensure proper adherence. Personalized care plans : Developing tailored care approaches based on individual health and wellness needs.

Marketing

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 22, 2024

will deploy technology from Relex Solutions designed to enhance inventory management and in-stock positions. Relex’s AI- and machine learning-powered solutions include demand forecasting, replenishment and advanced space and floor planning functionalities.

Planning

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 18, 2024

Despite these statistics, many retailers still don’t have functional workplace violence plans. If they do have a plan, it’s likely that it hasn’t been recently updated, and many employees may not know it exists. My 35-plus years of experience in retail, most of that time being in loss prevention, has taught me a lot.

Planning

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 29, 2023

Jeff Gennette, Chairman and CEO of Macy’s since 2017, plans to retire in February 2024 after a total of four decades with the retailer. Prior to joining Macy’s, Mitchell advised retailers as a Managing Director and Partner at Boston Consulting Group and was CEO of home furnishings retailer Arhaus LLC.

Planning

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 18, 2020

After emerging in January from its second stint in bankruptcy since 2017, Payless “is back,” the retailer trumpets on its newly launched e-Commerce site. Margolis, previously president of CAA-GBG ’s Global Brand Management Group, took the helm of the company, now known as Payless Worldwide, in October 2019.

Planning

Inside Retail

JUNE 12, 2023

Renowned Australian footwear business Munro Footwear Group (MFG) recently acquired the popular but beleaguered New Zealand kids’ footwear brand Bobux, as part of a plan to consolidate its presence in the children’s market. The long-term plan is still being finalised,” he said. The initial focus is on stabilisation.

Planning

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 25, 2023

Canada Goose has named Matt Blonder as its first-ever Chief Digital Officer (CDO), one of five key appointments designed to drive the retailer’s five-year strategic growth plan. She joins Canada Goose from Hermès where she held the role of European Managing Director.

Planning

Inside Retail

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Cosmetique, an Australian national cosmetic and injectables chain, has announced plans for a $17.5 With new clinic sites already slated for 2025, the expansion will involve opening four new clinics in New South Wales and Victoria initially, with more planned for following years. million ASX listing of parent company Stormeur.

Beauty and Health

Inside Retail

AUGUST 22, 2021

More recently, the company’s offline efforts have been in the convenience space, with the launch of its cashierless Amazon Go stores, and grocery, following its acquisition of the upscale US grocery chain Whole Foods in 2017. In April, Amazon opened a hair salon in London. So I’m not surprised by the move,” Facioni told Inside Retail.

Department Stores

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 20, 2020

In a planned leadership transition, Michael Witynski has been named CEO of Dollar Tree. Gary Philbin, the company’s CEO since September 2017, is retiring but will serve as a member of the board through September 23, 2020. In December, Witynski was promoted from President and COO to a newly created position of Enterprise President.

Promotions

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 16, 2023

Andy Dunn, founder of Bonobos , will join WHP Global in an advisory role to help the company manage the recently acquired Bonobos brand. Dunn originally departed from Walmart and Bonobos in 2020 but did not provide information about the reasons for his departure or his future plans.

Fashion

Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The announcements mark the first major management shifts since Alibaba was fined a record-setting $2.75 The announcement of Alibaba’s CFO transition today is the culmination of extensive preparation over many years and a part of Alibaba’s leadership succession planning,” said Wu in a statement. com , AliExpress and Taobao Deals.

Wholesale

Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 8, 2021

It appears the ecommerce giant is using these brick-and-mortar locations primarily for consumer and market testing purposes, but Amazon has released little data about plans or timetables for additional openings. Closer to home, Amazon is reportedly planning to open department stores in the U.S. carrying clothes, electronics and more.

Department Stores

Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Global investment manager LaSalle, which acquired the property in 2017, said that 17 new and existing tenants have already signed leasing agreements at the centre. “What workers want is more relevant cuisines and great spaces for their breakfast and lunch breaks.”

Returns

Inside Retail

APRIL 23, 2023

The retailer said one of the signatories to the class action was claiming “less than $20” According to the Australian Financial Review , the law firm alleges the discount retailer underpaid up to 1400 salaried managers an average of $40,000 to $65,000.

Payment Services

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 27, 2021

Josh’s appointment is part of a thoughtfully planned leadership succession,” said Idol, who will become Executive Chairman when Schulman takes over next year. I look forward to working closely with him and the talented Michael Kors management team to build upon the long-standing success of the brand.

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