Jane Shields, the group sales and marketing director of Next, has been promoted to the retailer's board as an executive director.
Burberry has hired Kaitlyn Wilkins, a director of Ogilvy's social media business, to become its global director of social media following the departure of Musa Tariq in October.
The biggest wedding-dress retailer in the US, David's Bridal, is plotting a UK launch that could redefine the sector, which is dominated by independents.
Tragus Group, the owner of restaurant brands Strada, Bella Italia, Cafe Rouge and Belgo, has restructured its marketing operations, leading to the departure of marketing director Jemima Bird.
Sir Philip Green's Arcadia is expanding the footprint of its Topshop and Topman brands by striking a deal to sell its merchandise through a US retailer.
Marks & Spencer is launching its Outlet format online as it attempts to attract internet bargain hunters to the brand.
Reebok is mounting a European relaunch of its EasyTone sports shoes, backed by fresh research into their toning effects, following previous complaints made to regulators about its advertising claims.
30 Nov 2011
| by Sarah Shearman
Lingerie brand Ultimo is making its first foray into FMCG products with the launch of a branded beauty range.
Does the closure of Best Buy's UK stores sound a warning to other overseas retailers looking to set up shop here, asks Matt Chapman.
14 Jul 2011
| by Nicola Clark
Nike, the world's biggest sportswear manufacturer, is going to head-to-head with lifestyle brands such as Abercrombie & Fitch and Jack Wills with its launch of a streetwear collection for women.