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Why the Kmart-Target back end merger has been a decade in the making

Inside Retail

But while Target initially seemed to be in a strong position, there was a lack of stability and understanding of what made the business tick within its management ranks. In 2002, however, the business’ managing director Larry Davis, himself originally from North America, refocused Target on bringing US-based brands into Australia.

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Bunnings MD Mike Schneider: “I have the best retail job in the country”

Inside Retail

Last week, Bunnings managing director Mike Schneider joined Australian Retailers Association CEO Paul Zahra on the ARA podcast about how he began his career in retail, what a typical day looks like for him – and why he reckons he has the best retail job in the country. They were happy to take me on as a regional manager in Victoria.