Marketing
This coverage explores marketing strategy and innovation across the UK retail industry — from brand campaigns and customer engagement to data-driven advertising and omnichannel communication. Retail Sector reports on retailer marketing performance, creative partnerships, loyalty schemes, and digital transformation shaping how brands connect with consumers. Coverage includes insights into retail media networks, influencer collaborations, social commerce, and the evolving use of AI and analytics in campaign optimisation. For retail professionals, this category offers expert intelligence on how effective marketing drives sales, brand value, and competitive advantage in a dynamic retail environment.
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Jun- 2023 -5 JuneClothing & Shoes
Authentic Brands Group acquires IP of Hunter
Authentic Brands Group (Authentic), a global brand development, marketing and entertainment platform, has acquired the intellectual property of footwear brand Hunter. The British heritage brand, best known for its “iconic” Wellington boots, has evolved over the years from a rubber boot to a lifestyle brand, offering an expansive footwear collection,…
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2 JunePeople Moves
Conair appoints new UK&I manager
Personal care and home appliance company, Conair, has announced the appointment of Mark Tyers as its new country manager for the UK and Ireland. He will report to Alban Wilson, the senior vice president of EMEA sales, who has been with the company for 20 years. In his new role,…
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2 JuneClothing & Shoes
Farfetch announces New Guards Group management changes
Farfetch, the global platform for the luxury fashion industry, has appointed Cristiano Fagnani to the role of CEO of Off-White. He also remains responsible for New Guards Group’s (NGG) Reebok business as CEO of NGG++. Stephanie Phair has also been appointed chair of NGG and NGG CEO, Davide De Giglio,…
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1 JuneClothing & Shoes
Dr Martens profits drop 29% to £128m
Dr Martens has reported that its profit after tax declined 29% to £128m for the year ended 31 March 2023, despite generating revenues of £1bn for the first time. It stated that its profit before tax was down because of higher depreciation and amortisation, a £3.9m impairment charge and a…
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May- 2023 -30 MayDIY
GNG Group appoints commercial director
Mattress retailer GNG Group has announced the appointment of Richard Gretton to the role of commercial director at its West Yorkshire business. He joins the group from Hypnos Beds where he spent almost six years as global retail sales director. Prior to that, he was commercial director at Castelan Group…
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26 MayNews
Nike announces senior leadership changes
Nike has recently announced senior leadership changes that will continue to build on its strong momentum and underscore its commitment to product innovation. Heidi O’Neill, currently president, consumer and marketplace, will become president, consumer, product and brand, Nike. Craig Williams, currently president, Jordan brand, will become president, geographies and marketplace,…
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25 MayComment
Finding the affordability niche in the market and supporting consumers through the cost of living crisis
The FMCG market is evolving as the cost of living and inflation take hold, and it’s having a huge impact on consumer spending as many people turn away from household names in favour of high-quality, smaller brand alternatives. Consumer behaviour is changing as budgets get tighter Consumers are now seeking…
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24 MayLuxury Goods
Barbour names UK&I managing director
Barbour has announced the promotion of Paul Wilkinson, the brand’s global marketing, commercial and managing director in the US, as the new managing director for the UK and Ireland, according to Drapers. Wilkinson replaces Ryan Llewellyn-Pace, who departed the brand earlier this March. According to Drapers, Llewellyn-Pace will be heading…
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23 MaySupermarkets
Morrison rolls out new loyalty programme
Morrisons has announced the nationwide rollout of its new Morrisons More Card loyalty programme, which also includes the return of the popular ‘Morrisons Fivers’. As well as the loyalty scheme, the supermarket group is also reviving its “more reasons to shop at Morrisons” strapline, which was introduced in Sir Ken…
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15 MayNews
John Lewis appoints Saatchi & Saatchi as new creative partner
The John Lewis Partnership has appointed Saatchi and Saatchi as its new creative marketing partner for both John Lewis and Waitrose. Starting from the summer, Saatchi and Saatchi will become the lead creative agency for all JLP, John Lewis, John Lewis Financial Services and Waitrose brand and advertising activity. All…
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