All People articles – Page 199
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NewsB&Q names Graham Bell as boss amid Kingfisher reshuffle
Kingfisher has named Screwfix chief executive Graham Bell as B&Q’s new UK and Ireland boss amid a management reshuffle, Retail Week can reveal.
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VideoWatch: John Lewis rebrand – will the people beat the drones?
As John Lewis rebranded to reflect the importance of its staff, boss Paula Nickolds said: “Where others are investing in drones, we’re investing in people.” This week, the Retail Week team debates JLP’s strategy.
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AnalysisMove of the week: A surprisingly busy end to summer
We work in a frenetic industry, so welcome back to everybody who enjoyed a well-deserved holiday last month (and commiserations to those who didn’t).
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NewsWilko hires data director to drive transformation plans
Wilko has bolstered it senior team and appointed Neil Feakins for the newly created role of customer insights and data director.
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NewsM&S poaches Loblaw exec to bolster digital prowess
Marks & Spencer has snapped up Loblaw’s digital boss Jeremy Pee for the newly created role of chief digital and data officer.
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NewsFenwick profits slump as it axes 400 roles
Fenwick has suffered plummeting full-year profits and axed more than 400 roles as it moves to “embrace change” gripping the retail sector.
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NewsEdinburgh Woollen Mill closes House of Fraser concessions
House of Fraser has suffered a fresh blow after Edinburgh Woollen Mill shuttered all concessions it operates within its department stores.
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AnalysisNickolds and Collins on John Lewis and Waitrose's rebrand
John Lewis and Waitrose have unveiled some of the biggest changes to their businesses in decades, including a rebrand. Here, their managing directors write exclusively for Retail Week about positioning for success in a shifting retail landscape.
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OpinionBe Inspired: Four steps to career success
When you can do 80% of your job, it’s time to move on. This was just one of the many key takeaways from the latest Be Inspired workshop, which centred on how best to further your career.
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OpinionOpinion: Why Homebase deserves a lifeline from creditors
The fate of DIY retailer Homebase will be decided on Friday, when creditors vote on a proposed CVA.
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NewsRobin Phillips snares CEO role at Watch Shop
Robin Phillips has been appointed chief executive of jewellery giant Aurum’s online watch businesses Watch Shop and The Watch Hut.
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AnalysisProfile: Farfetch founder José Neves
“I dreamt of Farfetch for the love of fashion,” Farfetch founder José Neves writes in a letter included in the business’s IPO prospectus.
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NewsDebenhams poaches Domino's CFO to bolster board
Debenhams has snapped up Domino’s Pizza’s chief financial officer Rachel Osborne to help drive its transformation plans.
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InterviewInterview: How Argos creates a culture of innovation
It’s fair to say things have changed a little at Argos since its digital director Mark Steel joined the business more than 20 years ago.
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NewsSuperdry's Dunkerton gives £1m to People’s Vote
Superdry co-founder Julian Dunkerton has donated £1m to the People’s Vote campaign, which wants a vote on the final Brexit deal.
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AnalysisOpinion: Now Ashley needs to convince the City too
Mike Ashley doesn’t just need to convince suppliers that his plan for House of Fraser will work – he must get investors on side too.
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OpinionRetailers can't treat customers like one-night stands
We often hear that we are in a general crisis of trust. Not only among brands, but also bankers, politicians, the media and nearly all institutions.
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NewsDebenhams puts hundreds of roles into consultation
Debenhams has put hundreds of roles across its fashion and home departments into consultation as it strips layers of management out of the business, Retail Week can reveal.
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Opinion'Present… not involved' – HoF and Homebase's leadership fail
“I was present… I don’t think I was actually involved.” Jeremy Corbyn’s risible comment on the latest controversy to engulf him could apply equally to the former top brass at Homebase and House of Fraser.
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NewsNotonthehighstreet swings to profit despite sales fall
Notonthehighstreet.com reported a swing into the black in its latest full-year results, spurred by a shift in marketing strategy to focus on more profitable customers.