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Cryptocurrency: The good, the bad and the ugly

Inside Retail

Bitcoin was the first major cryptocurrency, created in 2009. Settlement is fast, which helps cash flow. ? Because only a few businesses accept bitcoin, there are few places where you can spend it, and most of those are for consumer purchases – for example, a few cafes and pubs, a gym, an organic food shop, or a dental clinic.

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How Lekker Bikes’ founder transitioned from CEO to a more strategic role

Inside Retail

Meindert Wolfraad launched Lekker Bikes in 2009 while living in Australia as a backpacker, and over the years, he grew the brand into a successful global cycling business. Meindert Wolfraad: I started Lekker Bikes back in 2009, in Sydney. Exercise gives me the mental space and endorphin-hit to get that creativity flowing.

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How Ikea’s electric-vehicle pledge is raising the bar for retail

Inside Retail

He feels it sends a strong message to competitors and consumers. More and more consumers – especially (but not only) Generation Z – care about the carbon footprint of their purchases, and will make conscious choices about suppliers with strong green credentials,” he said. billion) in wind and solar projects since 2009.

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Fall of the zombies? Why corporate failures could surge in 2024

Inside Retail

“Banks and private equity shops have waited to see if the tide turned but higher rates don’t allow hiding anymore.” One senior banker told Reuters their bank has plans to redeploy hundreds of staff to support distressed business customers if high funding costs and flagging consumer demand push more companies to the brink.

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Episode 47: Justin Bolognino

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JB also helped to develop and launch of Brooklyn Bowl (2009), serving as Creative and Media Director, as well as Arcadia Earth (2019) in NYC, the first artist-driven immersive experience dedicated to sustainability, where he also designed two of the installations. Dan Siegal has a definition of mind that seems to work from me.

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More recessions lessons from Greenlit Brands, Camilla, Super Retail

Inside Retail

The governments initially stimulated the economy, so there was a huge uplift in consumer spending, but once that was spent, there was the reality of living on what one earned and being employed was key. Approach: As a retailer, we considered our strategy carefully and studied what was important to our consumer. Encourage innovation.

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How to Improve the Post-Purchase Experience for Your Retail Customers

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Cements Brand Loyalty – As consumers grow increasingly critical of the brands they support, they don’t always believe big brands that simply put out “we care” messages. Boosts Customer Reviews – A whopping 93% of consumers turn to online reviews before making a purchase decision. Customer Experience Doesn’t End When the Sale is Made.