Keynote presentation delivered to attendees at The Imaging Show - part of the PMA Australasia Conference, Melbourne Exhibition Centre, May 2012 by First Retail
An insight session for retailers ahead of Amazon's imminent launch into Australasian markets. Developed for leading supply chain specialist software developers - CIN7
First Retail Group's Lorraine Nicholson talks about Wellington City Council's Eyes On Programme as it supports the pharmacy sector in New Zealand's Capital City
Invercargill's CBD strategy is well underway following two successful stakeholder workshops held in the City during March.
Led by strategists from First Retail Group, the sessions brought together a wide range of participants from the retail, hospitality, property, tourism, and corporate sectors. Around 100 people took part in the events that looked at opportunities, challenges and actions necessary to achieve greater success for both businesses and the community.
Stakeholder feedback and involvement has delighted those working on the project, explained Invercargill City Centre Co-Ordinator, Kari Graber. "People and businesses have been highly forthcoming with ideas and time. We'd hoped to achieve strong collaboration, however the response has been quite exceptional"
"A CBD is the very heart of any city, so keeping that successful is both commercially and socially responsible" says First Retail Group's project lead, Lorraine Nicholson. "Improving amenity value, employment opportunities, spaces and places mean Invercargill will be a destination of choice - helping stem spending attrition, which we acknowledge is a key issue for the local economy".
The strategy looks at key aspects of attraction, experience, environment and economic measures necessary to achieve rapid and sustained change. Ensuring businesses and the community are at the centre of forward decisions has been fundamental and will continue as the project develops.
A 'no-barriers, no excuses' approach means many of the initiatives recommended could be achieved within existing budgets, while, suggestions can help shape discussion and decisions around major projects - both from a civic and commercial perspective.
No strangers to Invercargill First Retail Group, has worked with local businesses previously, having delivered retail capability building workshops for Venture Southland in 2016 along with a range of tourism projects across the region.
Nicholson sums up sentiment from businesses and those working on the project; "Invercargill has exciting opportunities ahead, along with the capability and resources to make things happen. We're anticipating this CBD strategy will be a catalyser for greater commercial confidence, changing mindsets and helping get the City Centre back on radar with consumers and retailers"
First Retail Group's team will be back in Invercargill mid-March to meet stakeholders, discuss concepts and validate strategies under consideration. The final report will be delivered to Council early April.
An insight session for retailers ahead of Amazon's imminent launch into Australasian markets. Developed for leading supply chain specialist software developers - CIN7
First Retail Group's Lorraine Nicholson talks about Wellington City Council's Eyes On Programme as it supports the pharmacy sector in New Zealand's Capital City
Invercargill's CBD strategy is well underway following two successful stakeholder workshops held in the City during March.
Led by strategists from First Retail Group, the sessions brought together a wide range of participants from the retail, hospitality, property, tourism, and corporate sectors. Around 100 people took part in the events that looked at opportunities, challenges and actions necessary to achieve greater success for both businesses and the community.
Stakeholder feedback and involvement has delighted those working on the project, explained Invercargill City Centre Co-Ordinator, Kari Graber. "People and businesses have been highly forthcoming with ideas and time. We'd hoped to achieve strong collaboration, however the response has been quite exceptional"
"A CBD is the very heart of any city, so keeping that successful is both commercially and socially responsible" says First Retail Group's project lead, Lorraine Nicholson. "Improving amenity value, employment opportunities, spaces and places mean Invercargill will be a destination of choice - helping stem spending attrition, which we acknowledge is a key issue for the local economy".
The strategy looks at key aspects of attraction, experience, environment and economic measures necessary to achieve rapid and sustained change. Ensuring businesses and the community are at the centre of forward decisions has been fundamental and will continue as the project develops.
A 'no-barriers, no excuses' approach means many of the initiatives recommended could be achieved within existing budgets, while, suggestions can help shape discussion and decisions around major projects - both from a civic and commercial perspective.
No strangers to Invercargill First Retail Group, has worked with local businesses previously, having delivered retail capability building workshops for Venture Southland in 2016 along with a range of tourism projects across the region.
Nicholson sums up sentiment from businesses and those working on the project; "Invercargill has exciting opportunities ahead, along with the capability and resources to make things happen. We're anticipating this CBD strategy will be a catalyser for greater commercial confidence, changing mindsets and helping get the City Centre back on radar with consumers and retailers"
First Retail Group's team will be back in Invercargill mid-March to meet stakeholders, discuss concepts and validate strategies under consideration. The final report will be delivered to Council early April.
Big Issues in Business - Bricks & Clicks - Insights into Retail Trends 2016First Retail Group Ltd
First Retail Group's presentation as part of their strategic partnership with Massey University's Centre for Advanced Retail Studies. Delivered at ASB's The Cube, Auckland Waterfront, November 9, 2016
The art of customer engagement in the new economy. A workshop delivered for resort town retailers in Queenstown, NZ - sponsored by ANZ Bank, developed and delivered by First Retail Group
Adaptation helps retailers and property owners meet changing consumer needs and expectations. An article in the Property Institute's Property Professional Magazine by First Retail Group's Managing Director, Chris Wilkinson.
The new rules driving retail success. An article by First Retail Group's Chris Wilkinson that explores key trends and opportunities for property owners and Managers in the dynamic retail sector.
A comprehensive look at how towns and businesses are responding to a tightening economy, changing consumer expectations and increased competition. This excellent feature was written by Elly Strang from retail industry authority The Register.
Heart of Dunedin is a group of progressive stakeholders that are passionate about lifting the profile and performance of New Zealand's most characterful CBD. http://www.heartofdunedin.nz/
Gore District Council is on a mission to develop New Zealand's most commercially resilient provincial town. The Love Gore Shop Local campaign is a key part of this, however the wider project involves an integrated strategy that encompasses a wide range of capability building, stakeholder engagement and commercial growth initiatives, developed by First Retail Group
First Retail Group's presentation at the 2016 Retail NZ conference. A deep-dive into consumer trends, key success factors and prioritisation for retailers developing and enhancing their omnichannel presence.
The Quest to become New Zealand's Most Commercially Resilient TownFirst Retail Group Ltd
Gore's town centre leaders and stakeholders work collaboratively to develop resilience and growth for CBD businesses. First Retail Group working in partnership with Gore District Council
Dunedin is a characterful city that anchors the Otago region. Despite a relatively resilient economy, the town centre is seeing increasing vacancy driven by a wide range of economic, social and infrastructure issues. These challenges require a fresh approach to developing the city's offer and capability to meet tomorrows market.
First Retail Group working in partnership with DowntownQT - Queenstown's Town Centre Commercial Guardian.
DowntownQT represents stakeholders at both local and national government level. Advocating on behalf of members while developing town centre curation, resilience and collaboration. The town centre strategy guides the organisation.
DowntownQT is the ‘go-to place’ for information. It is the primary contact point for the Queenstown Lakes District Council when seeking stakeholder viewpoints on issues affecting the town centre. DowntownQT also assists with collective agreements between stakeholders on issues that benefit the town centre.
First Retail Group's keynote address at the Australasian Retail Summit, May 2015, Hilton Hotel, Auckland Waterfront.
First Retail's Managing Director, Chris Wilkinson shares perpectives on the 'Purposeful Consumer'. How can retailers, shopping centres and suppliers connect and engage with this new dynamic that's driving purchasing decisions?
Lower Hutt City CBD - Developing resilience & success for stakeholdersFirst Retail Group Ltd
Lower Hutt's CBD streetfront businesses face increased challenges from malls, out of town shopping and changing consumer preferences. Commercial performance nears a tipping point, requiring stakeholders to take urgent action to maintain relevance and re-engage consumers with all the city has to offer. This presentation, developed for a range of commercial and social interest groups explores key dynamics in town centres globally, issues specific to Hutt City - and opportunities for the much-loved town centre to once again shine.
Queenstown CBD - Realising Opportunity for Stakeholders in NZ's Premier Resor...First Retail Group Ltd
A recent presentation for Downtown Queenstown stakeholders including retailers, hospitality businesses, landlords and Council - looking at town centre dynamics, risk, opportunity and trends. Client: Queenstown Chamber of Commerce
Developing great town centres - Retail resilience for the new economyFirst Retail Group Ltd
First Retail Group deliver commercial resilience programmes, support and insight to town centres globally. In this presentation, Managing Director, Chris Wilkinson outlines key challenges and opportunities for town centres intent on remaining relevent and seeing growth for their stakeholders
NZ Council of Shopping Centres Conference - Leveraging Technology To Drive Re...First Retail Group Ltd
Technology is transforming the way consumers purchase goods. The advent of online shopping has been the biggest threat to 'bricks and mortar stores'. Ironically it's technology that could once again engage people with the traditional retail experience. First Retail Group's Chris Wilkinson shares key trends and opportunities for sector stakeholders to embrace. Presented at the NZ Council of Shopping Centres Conference
Big Issues in Business - Bricks & Clicks - Insights into Retail Trends 2016First Retail Group Ltd
First Retail Group's presentation as part of their strategic partnership with Massey University's Centre for Advanced Retail Studies. Delivered at ASB's The Cube, Auckland Waterfront, November 9, 2016
The art of customer engagement in the new economy. A workshop delivered for resort town retailers in Queenstown, NZ - sponsored by ANZ Bank, developed and delivered by First Retail Group
Adaptation helps retailers and property owners meet changing consumer needs and expectations. An article in the Property Institute's Property Professional Magazine by First Retail Group's Managing Director, Chris Wilkinson.
The new rules driving retail success. An article by First Retail Group's Chris Wilkinson that explores key trends and opportunities for property owners and Managers in the dynamic retail sector.
A comprehensive look at how towns and businesses are responding to a tightening economy, changing consumer expectations and increased competition. This excellent feature was written by Elly Strang from retail industry authority The Register.
Heart of Dunedin is a group of progressive stakeholders that are passionate about lifting the profile and performance of New Zealand's most characterful CBD. http://www.heartofdunedin.nz/
Gore District Council is on a mission to develop New Zealand's most commercially resilient provincial town. The Love Gore Shop Local campaign is a key part of this, however the wider project involves an integrated strategy that encompasses a wide range of capability building, stakeholder engagement and commercial growth initiatives, developed by First Retail Group
First Retail Group's presentation at the 2016 Retail NZ conference. A deep-dive into consumer trends, key success factors and prioritisation for retailers developing and enhancing their omnichannel presence.
The Quest to become New Zealand's Most Commercially Resilient TownFirst Retail Group Ltd
Gore's town centre leaders and stakeholders work collaboratively to develop resilience and growth for CBD businesses. First Retail Group working in partnership with Gore District Council
Dunedin is a characterful city that anchors the Otago region. Despite a relatively resilient economy, the town centre is seeing increasing vacancy driven by a wide range of economic, social and infrastructure issues. These challenges require a fresh approach to developing the city's offer and capability to meet tomorrows market.
First Retail Group working in partnership with DowntownQT - Queenstown's Town Centre Commercial Guardian.
DowntownQT represents stakeholders at both local and national government level. Advocating on behalf of members while developing town centre curation, resilience and collaboration. The town centre strategy guides the organisation.
DowntownQT is the ‘go-to place’ for information. It is the primary contact point for the Queenstown Lakes District Council when seeking stakeholder viewpoints on issues affecting the town centre. DowntownQT also assists with collective agreements between stakeholders on issues that benefit the town centre.
First Retail Group's keynote address at the Australasian Retail Summit, May 2015, Hilton Hotel, Auckland Waterfront.
First Retail's Managing Director, Chris Wilkinson shares perpectives on the 'Purposeful Consumer'. How can retailers, shopping centres and suppliers connect and engage with this new dynamic that's driving purchasing decisions?
Lower Hutt City CBD - Developing resilience & success for stakeholdersFirst Retail Group Ltd
Lower Hutt's CBD streetfront businesses face increased challenges from malls, out of town shopping and changing consumer preferences. Commercial performance nears a tipping point, requiring stakeholders to take urgent action to maintain relevance and re-engage consumers with all the city has to offer. This presentation, developed for a range of commercial and social interest groups explores key dynamics in town centres globally, issues specific to Hutt City - and opportunities for the much-loved town centre to once again shine.
Queenstown CBD - Realising Opportunity for Stakeholders in NZ's Premier Resor...First Retail Group Ltd
A recent presentation for Downtown Queenstown stakeholders including retailers, hospitality businesses, landlords and Council - looking at town centre dynamics, risk, opportunity and trends. Client: Queenstown Chamber of Commerce
Developing great town centres - Retail resilience for the new economyFirst Retail Group Ltd
First Retail Group deliver commercial resilience programmes, support and insight to town centres globally. In this presentation, Managing Director, Chris Wilkinson outlines key challenges and opportunities for town centres intent on remaining relevent and seeing growth for their stakeholders
NZ Council of Shopping Centres Conference - Leveraging Technology To Drive Re...First Retail Group Ltd
Technology is transforming the way consumers purchase goods. The advent of online shopping has been the biggest threat to 'bricks and mortar stores'. Ironically it's technology that could once again engage people with the traditional retail experience. First Retail Group's Chris Wilkinson shares key trends and opportunities for sector stakeholders to embrace. Presented at the NZ Council of Shopping Centres Conference