Appliance Retailer

Industry sustainability insights from Winning Group

James Wells talks to Alice Keupper, Head of Sustainability at Winning Group. We explore sustainability initiatives from a retail perspective and how Winning is working to be a leader in the space while looking to share its insights and learnings with the wider industry.

Inside the CoFoSS mission with Electrolux's Kurt Hegvold

We're back and we're talking to Kurt Hegvold, GM of Electrolux Australia and New Zealand. Kurt talks about what's new at Electrolux, offers frank insights into their SAP ERP transition, and talks about the value to the industry of the CoFoSS body and why getting sustainability right is crucial to a diverse Australian appliance retail landscape.

digiDirect GM shares business update

We speak to Haig Kayserian, general manager of digiDirect about the retailer’s expansion into broader consumer electronics categories beyond cameras and imaging products.He discusses the re-opening of digiDirect’s flagship Melbourne store including various upgrades and enhancements, as well as plans for future store re-fits and new store openings. Haig then explains the launch of the pre-loved digiSeconds category, enabling customers to take advantage of quality second-hand gadgets at more affordable prices.

Barbeques Galore CEO shares market insights

We speak to Angus McDonald, CEO of Barbeques Galore about the major trends in the BBQ market and recent shifts in consumer spending behaviour.He discusses how the business has adapted to changing market conditions by investing in enhanced order management capabilities and fulfilment, a new customer relationship management system and new ecommerce platform. He then previews some of the projects in the pipeline for Barbeques Galore over the next 12 months including new store openings and refurbishments, as well as an ongoing evolution of the product range and loyalty program. Angus McDonald will be speaking at the Online Retailer Conference & Expo [https://www.onlineretailer.com/] in July 2022.

Winning Group CMO explains growth strategy

In episode 25 of the Appliance Retailer Podcast, we speak to Sven Lindell, chief digital & marketing officer for Winning Group about the recent launch of online retail destination, Andoo and expansion into new categories including furniture and bedding. He discusses the recent acquisition of designer furniture, lighting and textiles company, Spence & Lyda and what the deal means for the business and its customers. Lindell then shares details about the creation of umbrella brand, Winning and how it will complement other Winning Appliances showrooms around the country.