All Profiles articles – Page 11

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Jan Heere

2011-03-03T07:00:00Z

Having impressed at Inditex’s Russian division with his relationship building it seems M&S couldn’t have picked a better international chief, says Tim Danaher
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Jonathan Hart

2011-02-28T00:00:00Z

The new chief executive of Thorntons has been drafted in to sweeten its retail sales, revamp the product offer and take a bite out of the competition.
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Laura Wade-Gery

2011-02-21T07:00:00Z

With bold ecommerce growth on the agenda it’s little wonder Marks & Spencer has poached Tesco’s online pioneer to work her magic.
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Rick Bendel

2011-02-10T07:00:00Z

The Asda marketing veteran has become a driving force at parent Walmart, but can he counter the criticism of his current ‘baby’, the Asda Price Guarantee?
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Matt Brittin

2011-02-04T00:00:00Z

Sainsbury’s has scored a coup by persuading Google’s UK chief to join its board. Jennifer Creevy profiles ‘the most influential person in the digital world’
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Jim Hodkinson

2011-01-20T00:00:00Z

The retail veteran will be able to call on decades of experience as he takes on his latest challenge at Floors-2-Go.
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In the news: JD Sports outgoing boss Barry Bown profiled

2011-01-14T00:00:00Z

As Barry Bown steps down here is Retail Week’s most recent profile of him from 2011.
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Brian McCluskey

2011-01-07T00:00:00Z

Having sealed a lucrative private equity sale and with overseas expansion on the cards, the Office chief executive is starting the year in style.
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Dave Forsey

2010-12-17T00:00:00Z

The chief executive of Sports Direct may live his working life in the shadow of Mike Ashley but his vital role has gained him respect from the City.
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Beverley Aspinall

2010-12-10T00:00:00Z

The former John Lewis stalwart has turned Fortnum & Mason around and with bold international and multichannel plans there is growth to come. Jennifer Creevy reports
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Mike Barnes

2010-11-26T00:00:00Z

Signet’s incoming chief executive joins on Wednesday. He keeps a low profile, but those that know him warn he should not be underestimated.
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Will Kernan

2010-11-19T00:00:00Z

The high energy COO has more than made his mark at New Look and remains confident of its future despite a recent drop in like-for-likes.
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Theo Paphitis

2010-11-12T00:00:00Z

The multimillionaire entrepreneur and TV Dragon is preparing to launch his new lingerie brand next spring. Nicola Harrison finds out what drives him
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Andrew Harrison

2010-11-05T00:00:00Z

As Carphone Warehouse reveals its interim results, George MacDonald finds out what drives Best Buy Europe’s chief operating officer to greater heights
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Martin Harris

2010-10-29T00:00:00Z

Bellwether Carpetright updated this week. Nicola Harrison profiles the man widely expected to succeed founder Lord Harris at the helm
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Ben Gordon

2010-10-22T00:00:00Z

Not only has the Mothercare boss given the maternity retailer a clear vision, he has turned it into an international force to be reckoned with
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Michael Ward

2010-10-15T00:00:00Z

The Harrods managing director has successfully worked alongside Al Fayed to increase the retailer’s profit 40%.
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Alistair McGeorge

2010-10-08T00:00:00Z

While his decision to step down is a surprise, the enigmatic Matalan chief has undoubtedly made his mark at the value retail giant.
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Julian Rayner

2010-10-01T00:00:00Z

Renowned for its off-the-wall products, Lakeland has won a hugely loyal following among the middle classes. Nicola Harrison profiles one of the brothers driving the business forward
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Nick Wharton

2010-09-24T00:00:00Z

The ambitious Halfords finance boss will become the first non-family member to lead the closely knit Dunelm.