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Funtastic rebranding as Toys ‘R’ Us ANZ in retail-led transformation

Inside Retail

The change in identify follows the group’s acquisition of the Hobby Warehouse business last November, which brought the Toys ‘R’ Us license under its control and which kicked off a major shift at the business that saw Hobby Warehouse chief executive Louis Mittoni take charge of Funtastic.

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Lacoste Japan advances towards a zero-party data strategy

Inside Retail

The second was that the preference data they collected in the form of zero-party data can now be used for sales promotions in-store. They were able to link customer IDs and preference data like hobbies, tastes, and purchase intentions, to make the in-store shopping experience more customised.

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BNPL firm Pay It Later faces wind-up order, as SMEs claim bills unpaid

Inside Retail

Colin Corcoran, owner of Command Elite Hobbies, told a similar story, alleging his firm is owed $170,000. The company offers “on-the-spot credit approvals” and “instant approvals” with “no long forms”, like other BNPL competitors which operate outside of traditional credit regulation.

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Retail leaders share their best career insights and inspiration

Inside Retail

Each week, Inside Retail features an interview with a retail leader about their career journey, tips and tricks for getting the job done, and the hobbies and personal passion projects that occupy their time outside of work. Working in a McDonald’s restaurant to clean floors, fry eggs, make coffee, and serve real customers during peak hours.”

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Ditch the ladder and climb the career jungle gym instead: Creed CEO

Inside Retail

It might take the form of me researching, going to a gallery, walking the V&A museum in West London, or just being out in the market feeling other brands. IR: Do you have any hobbies that help you switch off and stay balanced? Our achievements and learnings are always a true shared experience.

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Child’s play: Inside Toys ‘R’ Us’ expansion strategy

Inside Retail

“Separate to technology needs, and particularly as we emerge from disruptions shaped by the pandemic, we believe unique retail experiences will form a very important part of how children and families seek out and engage with highly beloved brands such as Toys ‘R’ Us.”

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Balenciaga x Simpsons. Balmain x Barbie. Is cringe the new cool?

Inside Retail

They have different body types, unusual hobbies, and unique stories to tell. It has given permission for an exclusive brand like Balenciaga to launch its latest collection in collaboration with The Simpsons, releasing mini-episodes across social channels that immortalise their designs in cartoon form.

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