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Dick Smith, Burger King, David Jones: Is it third time lucky for Anchorage?

Inside Retail

Anchorage struck gold with the $20 million acquisition of the Dick Smith consumer electronics chain from Woolworths Group in November 2012. Anchorage Capital, at best, added some finishing touches to Woolworths’ turnaround strategy and reworked the balance sheet for the sharemarket float. No more balance sheet shuffle .

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From nanotech to sneakers: How Crep Protect is disrupting footwear care

Inside Retail

In a world where sneakers have transcended their functional purpose to become a powerful form of self-expression, one brand stands out as a pioneer in helping consumers preserve the pristine allure of their most cherished footwear. It’s important that we balance the convenience factor and the performance aspect of the product too,” he noted.

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Foodpanda’s Evelyn Tay talks travel, sport and 20-plus years in comms

Inside Retail

She volunteered at the 2005 Singapore Olympic Congress and Team Singapore activities at the 2012 London Olympics. ET: Leaders and managers who have inspired me throughout my career have taught me the importance of balancing performance with empathy and thoughtfulness. IR: What’s your approach to work-life balance?

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How Bo & Luca’s founder navigated warfare whilst remaining true to her purpose

Inside Retail

After officially launching in 2012, Pittman recently opened Bo & Luca’s first store in Brisbane, Australia, after years of building its global presence. How do you balance honouring tradition and embracing modernity in your collections? Here’s how we balance these two elements.

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How Workplace Design Can Help Attract Gen Z

All Work

Born between 1997 and 2012, Generation Z currently makes up 30 percent of the world’s population and is expected to make up 27% of the workforce by 2025. As a result, Gen Z is looking for employers who prioritize work-life balance, remote working, and flexible hours. The most recent generation to enter the workforce is Generation Z.

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A new sensorial dialogue between men and things with Giovanni Levanti

Design Wanted

“ Nativo washbasin for Azzurra Ceramica, 2012 – ©Fabrizio Faedda. Does form follow function or does function follow form? ” Shapes study for Nativo, 2012 – ©Giovanni Levanti. ” Shapes study for Nativo, 2012 – ©Giovanni Levanti.

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VMSD’s 2021 Designer Dozen: Future Proofing

VMS

That’s why in 2012 we created VMSD’s annual Designer Dozen awards program to recognize retail’s rising stars, ages 35 and under, who are making their mark on an industry that is poised on the cusp of reinvention. Plus, it’s always such a treat when your work and your hobby have the opportunity to intersect.

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