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Energising an award-winning franchise: Warren Wilmot CEO 7-Eleven

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14 Apr 2009 11:47:54 PM

7-Eleven CEO, Warren Wilmot, is a firm believer of experiential learning. And, it was this belief that led him to discover his passion for retail. He has done it all – driving trucks, picking potatoes, he even worked as a swimming pool attendant. Wilmot wanted diversity in his career, so he could learn new skills and gain nous while he travelled. He first enjoyed a taste of retail while working as a restaurant manager, which eventually inspired his passion for the retail environment. His interest in retail and the desire for a career change led him to 7-Eleven, where he now oversees the operations of 374 stores in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. Now in the top job, Wilmot is at the helm of 7-Eleven’s ‘Energise Everyone’ program – a strategy aimed at significantly growing the business over the next decade, he has boosted company profits to record highs, and won 2008 Franchisor of the Year.

Franchising Trends in Retailing

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14 Apr 2009 1:07:25 AM

The ARA Retailer asked Rod Young, Executive Director of leading franchise consultants DC Strategy to provide his perspective on franchising in the retail sector as the global economic cycle starts to impact consumers. He is upbeat about the opportunities.

The value of retail

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14 Apr 2009 12:42:01 AM

It’s not often folks would contemplate the value of retail to the Australian community. The most common cry from savvy consumers is “never pay full retail” but it seems that is where thoughts about the importance of retail ends for many Australians. And that is a shame.

Retailers working hard to hold onto staff - March ARA Australian Retailers Index

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14 Apr 2009 12:03:11 AM

The March Australian Retailers Index revealed retailers are working hard to hold onto staff and understood the important role employment levels would play in economic recovery, with 65 percent of SME retailers maintaining staff levels.