Retail Spotlight: Vicki Klunyk, GM People & Culture at SurfStitch

We interviewed retailers to hear their insights and adventures in the retail world. Meet Vicki Klunyk, General Manger of...

We interviewed retailers to hear their insights and adventures in the retail world. Meet Vicki Klunyk, General Manger of People and Culture at SurfStitch How long have you been in retail? / How did your retail career begin? I started in retail in 1986 when I joined Myer in their...

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Member Spotlight: Chris Marks, Head of HR – ANZ of Swarovski

We interviewed our members to hear their insights and adventures in the retail world. Meet Chris Marks, Head of...

We interviewed our members to hear their insights and adventures in the retail world. Meet Chris Marks, Head of HR of Swarovski. How long have you been in retail?/How did your retail career begin? I had worked in customer service roles throughout my school and university years. It was only...

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Message from the CEO: 31 October 2016

It’s shaping up as possibly the most significant week for retail industry data, as we look for indications of...

It’s shaping up as possibly the most significant week for retail industry data, as we look for indications of the upcoming pre-Christmas period.  Firstly, the Reserve Bank Board will meet tomorrow for its regular discussion of monetary policy. And while general financial industry talk is playing down the chances...

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Christmas shoppers shop early and want more discounts

Commonwealth Bank Australia (CBA) says 74% of retailers won’t be changing their approach to sales this Christmas, even though...

Commonwealth Bank Australia (CBA) says 74% of retailers won’t be changing their approach to sales this Christmas, even though about half (46%) of shoppers expect larger discounts during the festive season. According to CBA’s latest research from the Retail Insights Report, 18% of Australian retailers have commenced some form of Christmas...

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