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Toys “R” Us promotes new COO, sells off UK toy manufacturer

Inside Retail

Toys “R” Us has announced the appointment of chief operating officer, Lian Yu, who has been promoted from her previous position of general manager of the brand. In her new role, Yu will oversee all Toys “R” Us ANZ Limited operations, including Funtastic, Toys “R” Us, Babies “R” Us, Hobby Warehouse and Mittoni.

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Five leadership lessons from L’Occitane Group’s head of travel retail in Apac

Inside Retail

In April, L’Occitane Group announced the appointment of Green Yip as regional managing director for travel retail Apac. This confirmed my interest in retail, especially understanding consumer needs and what affects people’s buying behaviour. After Macau, I joined La Prairie as assistant area manager for travel retail Asia.

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‘I find purpose and meaning in my work’: Dsmile founder Joseph Badr

Inside Retail

Now, he heads up Dsmile, a direct-to-consumer dental care brand marrying sustainable design with minimalist design. JB: Managing a team and executing plans were the hardest challenges I had to face, especially when time and resources are limited. IR: Do you have any hobbies that help you switch off and stay balanced?

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How Toys ‘R’ Us aims to bring joy and wonder back to the brand

Inside Retail

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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A day in the life of Rebecca Vallance-Gasan: “I am hyper-organised”

Inside Retail

The plan is to reach 20 stores globally within the next few years, with a focus on strategic growth across both the direct-to-consumer business and international wholesale. IR: Do you have any favourite apps or tools you use to manage your time? IR: Do you have any hobbies that help you switch off and stay balanced?

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“Reignited appetite”: Why retailers are seeking greener pastures overseas

Inside Retail

According to HSBC research , more than half of Australian mid-size companies are planning to expand offshore in 2023, and enter at least one new foreign market. But, with consumers facing rising inflation and cost of living pressures across the world, the stakes for international expansion are high.

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How To Set Up A Retail Business

Retail Focus

The restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic resulted in many people learning new skills or returning to hobbies that had previously fallen by the wayside. Creating a business plan. Writing a business plan outlines what your business does and the goals you want to achieve. What are the products you’ll stock?

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