Dean Blake
Dean Blake, Author at Inside Retail
Sneaker retailer Subtype launches in New Zealand
The fit out is inspired by flowing water, and features video walls and optical illusions.
City Chic seeking more international acquisitions
City Chic says international acquisitions fit its growth strategy.
Kathmandu sales bounce back, but confidence wanes
Outdoor retailer sees positive return to sales, but economic uncertainty keeps spirits low.
Business outlook stabilises as recession nears
An ANZ report shows a rebound in business confidence to -34 per cent in June.
Travel retail in tailspin as Kiwis plan to hunker down: Westpac
Most households still remain cautious about making travel plans.
Launching in a pandemic: Papinelle opens in Commercial Bay
Despite almost a year of delays, Papinelli’s second NZ store is open.
Kiwi Property charts traffic recovery across shopping centres
The firm’s average pedestrian count rebounded to 1 per cent up on the prior year.
TikTok snaps up local talent and launches ANZ office
Multiple former Google managers make the jump to the video platform’s local team.
Welcome to the digital evolution
The unprecedented self-isolation of Australians nationwide forced retailers to rethink their digital initiatives fast. Here are the ones that paid off.
JB Hi-Fi sales spike 20 per cent during lockdown
JB Hi-Fi grows in Australia, but struggles in New Zealand.
City Chic to shutter 14 stores on rent negotiations
Ninety-two stores will remain open with reduced rents, City Chic says.