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YOOX Net-a-Porter’s THE OUTNET Continues Menswear Expansion with U.S. Launch

Retail TouchPoints

Launched in 2009, THE OUTNET is owned by Italian online fashion retailer YOOX Net-a-Porter Group and focuses on curated selections of past-season designer apparel. Discount luxury e-tailer THE OUTNET is adding menswear to its lineup in the U.S. following similar expansions beyond womenswear in the UK, EMEA and Asia earlier this year.

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Lego appoints Justine McKenny as marketing chief for ANZ

Inside Retail

McKenny joined The Lego Group in 2009 and has been responsible for the development and execution of some of the brand’s biggest campaigns in the region. McKenny will lead the marketing team for the region and join the leadership team, reporting to Troy Taylor – VP and GM for Australia and New Zealand.

Marketing 261
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Sainsbury’s clothing, home and furniture boss to depart

Retail Gazette

Her career at John Lewis began in 1989 in fashion buying, and she later became brand director in 2009, followed by buying director for home in 2013. Sainsbury’s will close its remaining cafs, hot food counters, patisserie, and pizza counters, and reduce senior management roles by an estimated 20%.

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Rothy’s Names New CEO and President as Co-Founders Move Up

Retail TouchPoints

She also served as President and CEO of Charlotte Russe from 2009 to 2019 and has served on the boards of companies including Kendra Scott, Levi Strauss & Co. She will continue to oversee the deployment of growth capital and manage Rothy’s finance, logistics, data analytics, retail, international and technology divisions.

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Wesfarmers’ API set to acquire Silk Laser Clinics business

Inside Retail

Founded in Adelaide in 2009, Silk Laser Clinics offer a range of non-surgical aesthetic products and services including cosmetic injectables, laser hair removal, skin treatments and body contouring. Wilson Asset Management Group, which owns a 9.3 per cent shareholding in Silk, is expected to vote in favour of the proposed takeover.

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Famous Footwear Parent Caleres Outlines Executive Changes

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During her career, Sullivan also worked with The Stride Rite Corporation as COO and held consumer brand management and sales roles at companies including M&M/Mars and The Mennen Company. Schmidt joined Caleres in 2009 as the company’s SVP and General Manager of Image Brands, becoming President of Contemporary Fashion in 2010.

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Six things every employer in the retail industry must know

Inside Retail

Its been a huge year for change, with Australias industrial relations framework undergoing the most significant overhaul since the introduction of the Fair Work Act (Cth) 2009 15 years ago. This demands proactive workforce management and policy adjustments to reduce legal and operational risks. per cent of the Australian workforce?