2002 Expansion Shopping Strategy 
Inside Retail
JUNE 15, 2023
As head of retail with the group, Marshall was instrumental in implementing the business’ franchisee-first and customer-centric values and strategy and has been internally promoted from his current position as the head of retail, the company said. To ensure an orderly succession, George will continue in his role for a further two years.
Nelson Blackley
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
The world’s biggest retailer first entered the Japanese market in 2002 by buying a 6% stake in Seiyu, and gradually built up its stake before a full takeover in 2008. Finally, their choice of Seiyu as a partner for their expansion in Japan has been questioned, at least in hindsight, for some time.
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