Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Dr Sam Prince, the founder of restaurant chain Zambrero, is suing former CEO Stuart Cook for misleading or deceptive conduct. A former medical student turned entrepreneur, Prince founded Zambrero in 2005 and brought Cook on board four years later. Cook left the Mexican fast-food chain in 2015 and sold his shares in the business. He has since founded an advisory firm (TWIYO) The World Is Your Oyster, and with his wife Samantha launched a fast food venture, Flave.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Richard James is thrilled to announce the unveiling of the £2 million refurbishment of its Grade II listed Georgian townhouse – the new ‘House of Richard James’. Thirty-two years after metaphorically gate-crashing Savile Row with a rebellious spirit and boundary-pushing approach to tailoring, renowned luxury menswear label Richard James will mark the opening with a VIP event on 29th February.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Electronics and appliance retailer JB Hi-Fi reported total sales of $5.16 billion for the six months ended December 31, down from $5.3 billion year on year. The company’s net profit after tax was $264.3 million compared to last year’s $330 million. Sales in Australia were flat, up only 0.7 per cent to $3.62 billion, with comparable sales up 0.1 per cent.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

There’s a unique thrill and sense of pride that comes with the prospect of finally being able to own your dream car. It’s a feeling that many of us have coveted for a large portion of our lives: driving down the street, its sleek design, heads turning as you rev its powerful engine. However, on the path from aspiration to ownership, there are several important steps to take and many careful considerations you shouldn’t rush.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Temple & Webster’s revenue significantly grew in the fiscal first half, driven by growth in both repeat and first-time customers. The online furniture retailer saw its revenue increase 23 per cent to $254 million while net income rose 6 per cent to $4.1 million in the six months to December 31. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) climbed 2.3 per cent to $7.5 million and the EBITDA margin was at 2.9 per cent, at the top end of the full-year guidance.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Imagine walking into a store where the lights adjust automatically as the day progresses, shelves notify staff when inventory is low, and digital signs change based on who’s looking at them. This is the promise of IoT and AI in retail design. It’s about creating spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but also intelligent and responsive to both the retailer’s and the customer’s needs.

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Creative Displays Now

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Retail displays make your products more visually appealing, attracting customers’ attention and encouraging purchases. These presentations include brochure holders, counter racks and multi-tiered displays. Setting up displays in stores is an art form combining creativity and strategic planning. Following industry best practices will optimize your product’s visibility and captivate shoppers.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Bunnings has transformed seven stores across Australia and New Zealand into Bluey ’s ‘Hammerbarn’ in a play to attract a new consumer demographic. ‘Hammerbarn’ is the fictitious hardware store that features in the hit kids show Bluey, which is being regarded as one of the most popular animated television shows of the decade. Bunnings’ rebrand to ‘Hammerbarn’ is a case study of how retailers can activate their bricks-and-mortar stores to better engage consumers by offering unique experience

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Retail Bound

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Crowdfunding has emerged as a game-changer for startup founders, providing a platform to validate ideas, raise capital, and engage with a global community of backers. Among the leading crowdfunding platforms, Indiegogo stands out as a beacon of opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to bring their visions to life. However, launching a successful campaign on Indiegogo requires careful planning and strategic execution.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Private equity L Catterton has offered to acquire a 36 per cent stake in luxury label Tod’s and delist it, in a deal with Tod’s founding family Della Valle. Under the agreement, L Catterton will launch a voluntary totalitarian tender offer for consideration of €43 per Tod’s share, which values the company at about US$1.5 billion. The move follows Della Valle family’s attempt to take the company private in 2022 by buying out minority investors.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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Retail Design Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Offices tell a lot about a company – about its work culture and employees, about its attitude towards customers. Treuhand.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

With 30 per cent of global container trade going through the Suez Canal, the Red Sea shipping crisis is having a significant impact on supply chains globally. According to research from JP Morgan , this has also increased shipping costs, with routes from Asia to Europe becoming almost five times more expensive. The firm estimates that the disruptions could add 0.7 percentage points to global core goods inflation, and 0.3 per cent percentage points to overall core inflation, during the first half

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Design Middleeast

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Oikos has joined forces with us as Gold Sponsor for the Design Middle East Awards KSA 2024, which will be held on March 4 at Voco, Riyadh. When it comes to architectural security doors and entrances, Oikos Doors flawlessly combines creativity and tradition to create the world’s best security doors. The brand is inspired to create doors that not only provide unsurpassed security, but also exude stunning aesthetics.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Kitchen appliance retailer Breville saw an increase in net income and revenue in the fiscal first half, driven by higher sales in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The company’s net income grew 6.7 per cent year over year to $84 million as revenue rose 2 per cent to $905.8 million. Gross margin climbed to 36.7 per cent while earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation jumped 12.2 per cent to $159.2 million.

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Design Middleeast

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Informed by the undulating sand dunes of the desert and rich geometric patterns of Islamic heritage, Zayed International Airport’s new Terminal A is a civic landmark for the emirate and a gateway for the world, connecting East and West on a global scale. Formally Abu Dhabi International Airport, it is now called Zayed International Airport, Terminal A – following directions of the President of the United Arab Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, at the end last year.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Custom blinds and curtains retailer DIYblinds has appointed Peter Mitchley-Hughes as its new CEO. Prior to the new role, Mitchley-Hughes served as GM of digital and consumer technology at Bunnings and as MD at Country Road Group. He also held senior leadership roles at Myer, Target Australia, and Marks and Spencer. “As a customer myself, I admired DIYblinds’ disruptive influence, so much so I could not resist the opportunity to lead this incredible business where we can utilise new t

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Creative Displays Now

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Online shopping may offer one of the most convenient ways to get goods delivered, yet many people still prefer to purchase alcohol in-store. These buying tactics remained true even amid the COVID-19 pandemic, with 90% of consumers preferring to buy beer , wine and spirits from physical retailers. Due to the competitive nature of the liquor industry, finding ways to ensure optimal store designs is paramount to your success.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

We’ve all heard the phrase, “If you can make it here, you can make it anywhere,” in reference to New York City. While that certainly relates to entrepreneurs and celebrities, it definitely applies to retailers and their physical store presence. There is no better audience on which to test an in-store shopping experience than the varied individuals that make up the melting pot of this city.

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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Parcel Pending

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Convenience stores operate in an industry with narrow profit margins – hovering between 1-3%, compared to liquor stores with 15% profit margins and flower shops at 20%. 1,2 The challenge for convenience store owners, therefore, is implementing a business plan with strategies that increase retail sales, foot traffic, and profit margins. Find out how to increase convenience store sales with these 10 strategies: #1 Focus on the Customer Experience The pandemic taught consumers how to “get in and ou

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Global Shop

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Productivity plays an important role in the profitability and competitiveness of manufacturers by measuring the rate of output per unit of output. When productivity is high it can improve customer service, decrease operational costs, boost employee morale, and help the business achieve its financial goals. Maintaining high productivity levels is similar to achieving consistent product quality by requiring close and ongoing scrutiny to achieve the best results.

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RetailMinded

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Everyone makes mistakes; it’s just a simple fact of life. However, when it comes to payroll, errors can be costly – in more ways than one. Did you know that companies, on average, make 15 payroll mistakes per period and that each one costs an average of $291 to be remedied? To make matters worse, a simple payroll error, whether a miscalculation, an oversight, or a technical glitch, can ruin an employee’s day and even an entire month, lowering their morale and productivity.

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Retail Works Inc

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

By Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation – Dec 21st, 2018 10:00 am MADISON, WI. DEC. 21, 2018 – Five Main Street businesses from around the state have been named as finalists in the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation ’s (WEDC’s) annual Main Street Makeover Contest and have a chance to win up to $10,000 in upgrades for their storefronts.

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RepslyBlog

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Our team at Repsly is excited to announce the launch of our highly anticipated 2024 Retail Outlook Report. At Repsly, our mission is to help CPG brands thrive in the retail landscape, and our annual Retail Outlook Report is a fundamental part of this goal. Each year, we seek to understand the challenges and priorities of both CPG and Retail Service leaders, offering an in-depth analysis of the retail landscape as they see it.

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Retail Works Inc

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Annie’s Fountain City Café to receive up to $10,000 to help give restaurant a new look MADISON, WI. Jan. 4, 2018 – Annie’s Fountain City Café in downtown Fond du Lac has been named the winner in the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation’s (WEDC’s) Main Street Makeover Contest. Read the full article. The post Fond Du Lac Business Wins Main Street Makeover Contest appeared first on Retailworks Inc.

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Design Wanted

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

At the heart of the DesignEuropa Awards is the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO)’s commitment to celebrating the talent of designers and their creations. With […] The post Recognizing Europe’s design legacy and its role on advancing innovation appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Works Inc

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

City Sidewalks, Dressed in Holiday Style December 19, 2017 | Main Street Spotlight | City Sidewalks, Dressed in Holiday Style | By Allie Jeka, Retailworks, Inc. The display designed for The Mini Classy combines graphic elements from the retailer’s latest clothing line, an iconic Milwaukee skyline, and mannequins decked in The Mini Classy’s newest collection of apparel.

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Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker

The era of all-in-one platforms is over. Now, retail success depends on integrating a blend of diverse technologies to thrive. As customers and stakeholders expect agility and innovation, how can you meet these expectations efficiently without stumbling into complexity? Explore a customer-centric approach to navigating digital transformation in retail.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A health industry stalwart from North Yorkshire has launched a new supplements brand with a trio of products aimed at younger consumers who live a plant based lifestyle. Pioneered by Mike Davies MBE, the former CEO of Principle Healthcare, Blue Planet has been created to manufacture and sell high quality supplements which are made on […] If you wan

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Retail Works Inc

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Five state businesses named finalists in Wisconsin’s Main Street Makeover Contest Winner to receive up to $10,000 to give their business a whole new look in spring 2018 Click to see press release. The post Five State Businesses Named Finalists in Wisconsin’s Main Street Makeover Contest appeared first on Retailworks Inc.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi will invest more than £550m in expanding and further improving its store and distribution network during 2024. This includes plans to open stores in new locations up and down the country, as well as upgrading its existing stores and distribution centres to support growth.

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Retail Works Inc

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Wish List MKE promotes shopping local this holiday season and downtown’s available commercial lease spaces MILWAUKEE, Wis. (November 21, 2017) – In a collaborative effort, Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 and Retailworks, Inc. have unveiled window displays in vacant storefronts, as part of a new downtown retail campaign called Wish List MKE. Click to read press release.

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