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Poundstretcher promotes ex-M&S Food finance boss to CEO

Retail Gazette

Poundstretcher has promoted its current finance director Tristan Phillips to be its new chief executive. Phillips, who was the previous head of finance at M&S between 2020 and 2022, joined the discount chain last autumn. He will succeed Derek Lawlor, who stepped down in May after 10 months in the role.

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Regulation is Coming to POS Finance: Why Responsible Lending Will Benefit Retailers

Retail TouchPoints

As economic pressures and living costs surge, more people than ever are considering using point-of-service (POS) finance — such as buy now, pay later and installment loans — to manage their cashflow. It’s clear that there is a consumer-driven need for more flexible finance and smarter buying power. .

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Ann Summers names new finance director as CFO exits

Retail Gazette

Ann Summers chief financial officer John Boyle is retiring from the retailer after 11 years, as Kristina Moln-Page is promoted to finance director of the company. Moln-Page currently serves as head of finance of the business, having previously joined Ann Summers in May 2022 as strategic project consultant.

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David’s Bridal Shakes up Leadership Team with New COO and CFO

Retail TouchPoints

David’s Bridal is dramatically reshaping its executive suite via internal promotions, including three C-level appointments. The promoted executives include: Bob Walker, who joined David’s Bridal in 2019 as Chief Retail Officer, has been promoted to COO. in July 2023.

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Dollar General promotes 18 executives

Mass Relators

Dollar General has promoted 18 executives to new roles at the company. Leslie Allen Leslie Allen has been promoted to senior vice president, human resources. Christine Connolly Christine Connolly has been promoted to senior vice president, corporate secretary and assistant general counsel, securities and governance.

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DICK’S Promotes New CEO as Retailer Reports Strong Q3 Results

Retail TouchPoints

DICK’S Sporting Goods has promoted President Lauren Hobart to the roles of President and CEO, as of Feb. Hobart brings more than 25 years of finance, consumer and retail experience to the role. Current Chairman and CEO Edward Stack will assume the role of Executive Chairman and continue as Chief Merchant.

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How Traceability Promotes Ethical Sourcing in the World of Fashion

Retail TouchPoints

In order to promote their commitment to ethical sourcing, fashion brands must prioritize traceability. On January 13, 2021, the United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) expanded the blanket Withhold Release Order (WRO) initially issued on December 2, 2020. Compliance. Developments such as those in the U.S.

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