Sally Hyndman and Angela Morrison join Debenhams 4th May, 2017 2 mins read time Fresh from setting out a bold new strategy for Debenhams, Sergio Bucher has hired two “change-makers” as the Debenhams’ boss puts it, to help drive ... Read Insight
Popular chain Woolworths set for return to the high street 3rd May, 2017 1 min read time It is hard to believe that it is almost a decade since the beloved high street store, Woolworths (or “Woolies” as it was lovingly known) ... Read Insight
Nigel Oddy makes his new home at The Range 27th April, 2017 2 mins read time Nigel Oddy’s appointment as chief executive of The Range has surprised some commentators – and understandably so. Oddy is a consummate retail professional having spent ... Read Insight
Primark set to open new stores as profits in UK continue to rise 24th April, 2017 1 min read time While many other fashion stores in the UK are suffering due to a shift in spending habits, Primark is still enjoying continued success and there ... Read Insight
Starbucks sales hit by Brexit and slowing economy 21st April, 2017 1 min read time High-street favourite Starbucks has blamed a slowing British economy and public concerns over the impending Brexit negotiations for a dramatic slump in its UK profits, ... Read Insight
Co-op promotes Helen Webb to chief HR officer 20th April, 2017 1 min read time Co-op boss Steve Murrells strengthened his executive team this week by promoting Helen Webb to the position of chief HR officer. It’s an astute move ... Read Insight
Arcadia loses Fiona Ross and Mary Homer, and all the recent moves 6th April, 2017 1 min read time Another week, another significant departure from Arcadia. This time it’s long-serving Evans boss Fiona Ross who will step down after almost 30 years with the ... Read Insight
Mary Homer leaves Topshop for The White Company 31st March, 2017 1 min read time On first impression, Mary Homer’s decision to leave Topshop to become chief executive of The White Company is a curious one. Read Insight
Is Clarks Shoes about to close a number of UK stores? 27th March, 2017 2 mins read time It’s a well-known fact that Clarks Shoes have been leaders in the high-street shoe industry for decades. Many would flock to their stores to purchase ... Read Insight
Matt Simister promoted to head of Tesco’s Central European business 23rd March, 2017 1 min read time Sometimes the grass isn’t always greener on the other side. Take the case of Matt Simister, who was rewarded for his loyalty to Tesco this ... Read Insight