The who's who in worldwide brands were named last week when Interbrand released the results of its
2012 Best Global Brands survey. Coca-Cola, valued at a whopping US$77 billion, retained its global dominance, while Apple's string of must-have gadgets helped bounce the brand into its new #2 spot.
On home soil, Demographica give retailers
seven reasons why they should be using digital direct marketing; and Woolworths launches the second edition of its
Design Resource Guide.
With the retail industry making up 15% of SA's GDP, it's not hard to see why Retail Relate's Leigh Blochlinger is encouraging the youth to
follow a career path in retail. Speaking of retail careers, Pick n Pay has finally found the right man to take the helm - former Tesco board member
Richard Brasher will assume the role of CEO from February next year. Congratulations!
Have a wondrous week!
Shan Radcliffe, Group Head - Retail
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