Inside Retail

MARCH 29, 2023

Children’s goods retailer Toys ‘R’ Us has reported a slip in half-year profits impacted by its expansion in the UK and setting up of its Australian operations. The company – which operates the Toys ‘R’ Us store networks across Australia and New Zealand, selling toys, baby and hobby products – also has an online presence in the UK.

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Inside Retail

MAY 16, 2024

I launched and established Rebecca Vallance in London in 2011, before returning home to Sydney to continue our expansion. IR: Do you have any hobbies that help you switch off and stay balanced? RVG: Spending time with family and friends is what I love, and it helps keep me balanced. I also love travelling.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 8, 2023

From her early days as a store manager at Sportsgirl, to leadership roles at Gap, Sussan and Cotton On, McGahan has built up a wealth of knowledge, which she has drawn from to shape Strand’s recent rebrand , and overseas expansion. IR: What’s your approach to work-life balance? FM: Balance is the key here. FM: I love to travel.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Here, she discusses her philosophy for finding and managing good people, the global company’s sprawling plans for expansion, the importance of an exciting customer experience in toy stores, and more. My vision for the company is that we are truly an authority on toys (and babies and hobbies), and all aspects of development and play.

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Retailing Insight

MARCH 24, 2021

American monk and writer Thomas Merton said, “Happiness is not a matter of intensity but of balance, order, rhythm and harmony.” All of the planets are graced with this and it’s why we can count on them to help bring us back to balance. Reading, cooking, and hobbies are taken up along with crossword puzzles and board games.

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