The MBS Group is delighted to present in-depth research into diversity in the hospitality, travel, leisure and retail sectors, published as part of WiHTL &
Diversity and inclusion has been a hot topic in retail during 2025 – possibly for all the wrong reasons. For example, back in January shortly
The MBS Group has partnered with the BRC for the fifth year of research into D&I in the UK retail sector. The report draws on
The MBS Group is delighted to present in-depth research into diversity in the hospitality, travel, leisure and retail sectors, published as part of WiHTL &
The MBS Group has partnered with the BRC for the fourth year of research into D&I in the UK retail sector. The report draws on
One of the things I enjoy most about being a headhunter is sitting down with inspiring leaders and hearing what I like to call their
Lululemon CEO Calvin McDonald to step down in January. Calvin McDonald will leave as Chief Executive Officer on 31 January. The move follows Q3 net revenue growth of 7% to $2.6bn, with Americas comparable sales down 5% and international up 18%.
Card Factory cuts profit outlook in latest results. Card Factory now expects adjusted pre-tax profit of £55m–£60m, down from roughly £70m. The retailer said UK store sales are below expectations amid soft high street footfall and weaker consumer confidence.
Axa Health hires interim Medical Director . Dr Peter Mills has joined Axa Health as interim Medical Director within the commercial team, succeeding Dr Pallavi Bradshaw. Peter brings nearly a decade of health insurance experience, including eight years as European Medical Director at Cigna.
Marcus Schnabel set to lead SunExpress . The Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa joint venture has appointed Marcus as its Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 February. He joins from the Lufthansa Group, succeeding Max Kownatzki, who will lead Eurowings.
Norwegian Cruise Line appoints President . Marc Kazlauskas is set to become the company’s next President, effective 19 January. Marc, who was the former CEO of Avoya Travel, will bring over 30 years of senior leadership experience to the cruise line.
Ulta taps new Senior Vice President of Cosmetics. Ulta Beauty has appointed Mia Young to oversee fragrance, makeup, and private label starting 5 January. Mia has more than 20 years of experience and will help lead the retailer’s merchandising strategy for its next chapter of growth.
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