All People articles – Page 303
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NewsApple hands Browett a £36m golden hello
Former Dixons boss John Browett is set to receive a $56m (£36m) golden hello from Apple for taking over its retail operations.
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OpinionMake your business a greater force for good
The conditions are there, it’s now up to retailers to make a difference.
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AnalysisMy retail life: Jason Bannister, Founder, Oak Furniture Land
Jason Bannister, Founder of Oak Furniture Land, tells Retail Week about his life working in retail.
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AnalysisIn the news: Stefano Pessina, executive chairman, Alliance Boots profiled
As Alliance Boots defies the difficult economic climate, its executive chairman shrugs off criticism of its tax affairs.
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NewsIrisa staff in consultation after Jacques Vert rebrand
Womenswear group Irisa has been rebranded as Jacques Vert, ahead of a potential relocation of its Luton office that has resulted in 200 staff being put into consultation.
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NewsM&S faces staff revolt after bonus slash
Marks & Spencer is facing a revolt by its shopworkers after annual bonuses were slashed to just £100.
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AnalysisAchieving a happy workforce
Achieving the status of ‘great employer’ demands balancing employee expectations, leadership development and financial incentives. Liz Morrell explores how retailers can get the mix right.
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NewsJML appoints Ken Daly as chief executive
JML has appointed Ken Daly as its chief executive. Daly has been group managing director of the TV shopping and consumer product brand since 2007.
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NewsTesco chief executive Clarke forfeits bonus
Tesco chief executive Philip Clarke has declined his annual bonus after the grocer’s poor performance in the UK.
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AnalysisMy retail life: Kate Mooney, Chief executive, Occa-Home
Kate Mooney, Chief executive of Occa-Home, tells Retail Week about her life working in retail.
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AnalysisProfile: Zev Weiss, chief executive, American Greetings
The collapse of Clinton Cards has put the boss of Ohio-based supplier American Greetings at the centre of the controversy.
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NewsGeorge at Asda boss Andrew Moore takes on CMO role
George at Asda executive managing director Andrew Moore is to become the chief merchandising officer across Asda and George.
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NewsBest Buy chairman to step down after CEO's affair scandal
Best Buy founder and chairman Richard Schulze is to step down after an internal investigation found he failed to alert the board that its chief executive was having an affair with a female employee.
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NewsClarke cuts Tesco store manager bonuses
Tesco chief executive Philip Clarke has told senior store managers he will cut bonuses by more than 80%.
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AnalysisProfile: Darren Shapland, Carpetright
The news that Darren Shapland is to take over from Lord Harris as Carpetright’s chief executive came as a surprise to some who assumed the founder’s son Martin was next in line for the throne at the floorings empire.
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Best Buy chief marketing officer resigns
Consumer electronics specialist Best Buy has disclosed that chief marketing officer Barry Judge has resigned. Judge held the position since 2008 and is “leaving the company to explore the next chapter in his career”, Best Buy spokesman Greg Hitt said.The retailer declined to say who will replace Judge, stating that ...
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AnalysisMorrisons invests in value to win shoppers
Like-for-likes have slipped for the first time in years as the battle on deals hots up, but Morrisons is sticking to its guns.
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OpinionGetting the most out of multichannel
What’s become clear about cross-channel retailing is that it’s no passing trend – it’s a fundamental change in the way retailers operate.
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AnalysisHigh demand for multichannel skills
Multichannel skills are vital for retailers today. Claire Burke considers whether they should develop their skills in-house, or rely on external consultants.
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AnalysisMy retail life: Neal Slateford, Co-founder, Lovehoney
Neal Slateford, Co-founder of Lovehoney, tells Retail Week about his life working in retail.