Posse, Raises $1.2 Million and Performs a Pivot: Finance

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Posse raises $1.2 million and performs a pivot
By Oliver Milman 
Wednesday, 06 June 2012 Sydney start-up Posse has completely overhauled its offering, relaunching as a retail-focused app, after raising a further $1.2 million from a host of US and Australian investors. The business, which launched in 2010, was previously based around the music industry, giving bands a platform to reward dedicated fans who promoted their shows via social media. This model has been completely changed, however, and a new iteration of Posse will be officially unveiled next week.

Posse, Raises $1.2 Million and Performs a Pivot: Finance

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DealFox to undercut Kogan - Shopping

DealFox — a bargain site with a similar modus operandi to Catch of the Day — is going cheaper than even Kogan with Kogan TVs.

(Credit: CBSi)

Commencing at 12.00pm on 5 June, DealFox will be selling Kogan television sets with a standard warranty at a heavily discounted rate for 24 hours — or until stock runs out.

The Kogan 42" full HD LED TV with PVR, with a recommended retail price of AU$469 (currently at a pre-stock price of AU$407.50 at the time of writing) is being offered by DealFox for just AU$299 — and DealFox's manager Simone Busch assuredCNET Australia that the TVs are in stock and ready for shipping

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The Athlete’s Foot, Replicates Full Service Model Online – Tips For Retailers: Internet

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The Athlete’s Foot replicates full service model onlineBy Michelle HammondTuesday, 05 June 2012Bricks-and-mortar retailers can offer a full service model online but must be prepared to make a sizeable investment, says the chairman of The Athlete’s Foot, which has launched its online offering. The Athlete’s Foot has launched an online shopping facility on its website after working on the project for a year. Part of the RCG Corporation, The Athlete’s Foot has long been considered a standout offline retailer, offering a footwear fitting service in its 140 Australian outlets.

The Athlete’s Foot, Replicates Full Service Model Online – Tips For Retailers: Internet

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OZSale.com.au Acquires Competitor Buyinvite.com.au - Startupsmart.cm.au

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OzSale acquires market competitor Buyinvite
By Michelle HammondMonday, 04 June 2012
Australian online shopping club OzSale.com.au has acquired market competitor Buyinvite.com.au for an undisclosed sum, as it ramps up its operations both here and overseas. OzSale, founded in 2006 by its chairman Jamie Jackson, is a members-only online shopping club, which describes itself as a “doorway to affordable designer fashion”. The business, which is part of the APAC Sale Group, has buyers in Australia, New Zealand, Asia and Europe, who negotiate deals directly with suppliers to offer exclusivity to their members. With more than 250 staff, OzSale says it sells a product every five seconds via its websites, across five countries. The business has now acquired Buyinvite.com.au for an undisclosed sum.

OZSale.com.au Acquires Competitor Buyinvite.com.au: Buy A Business

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Online Retailing and eCommerce trends for 2012 and other drivel

Online Retailing and eCommerce trends for 2012 and other drivel

If you just want to see the section on trends, then skip down to the middle of this email entitled My thoughts on what I am seeing already in early 2012 in the online retailing space, otherwise read on.

A wonderful weekend cycling along the rail trails from Mansfield to Yea last weekend (in north east Victoria) and racing down the mountain biking tracks of Mt Buller, gave me ample time while pedalling away in the rain to ponder my last five months and think about what I should consider writing in this update.

3 Tips for Managing a Store's Online Reputation | Practical eCommerce

March 06, 2012 3 Tips for Managing a Store's Online Reputation ·
 Ecommerce marketers can monitor and maintain their stores' online reputation with regular searches and alerts, social media tracking software, and a commitment to good customer service.Reputation management, which is the practice of listening to and responding to what people say about a business online, has become a necessary feature of the modern marketing plan. Especially, when one considers that peer written reviews, social media posts, and blog content are collectively some of the most trusted store and product information on the Internet.

3 Tips for Managing a Store's Online Reputation | Practical eCommerce

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Interiors Addict

Home Culture aims to have a personal touch for the everyday decorator

Today we share our interview with Kristina Thomas, founder and managing director of Home Culture, who says her brand is about more than just sales, it’s about showcasing the Aussie design community and appealing to time poor renovators and decorators who love a bargain.

What’s the story behind you setting up this business in Australia?

Creating Home Culture was inspired by many years of contemplating how I could combine my passion for everything related to the home (I mean everything, as I actually wanted to be an interior designer myself) and my love for finding a gem; that perfect piece at a great price.

My husband and I recently renovated an old Edwardian house (on a very limited budget) and experienced the challenge of shopping to furnish your home when you are time poor. Add a few kids in tow and convenience became a major factor.

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A great article on how colour affects sales online

http://www.stumbleupon.com/su/2soo7A/blog.kissmetrics.com/color-psychology/?wide=1

Published  below is an email I recently sent to my database to update everyone about all the latest happenings in my life at the moment. I had an overwhelming response, so good in fact that I thought I better put it out there. 

Cheers
Mark

Catchoftheday.com.au - I caught the fish, now what?

I have been asked so many times recently what was it like working at Catch, what life is like after Catch/Scoopon, what are my plans etc.

So, let me answer a few of these questions and share my exciting journey with you.

For those of you that don’t know me that well; up until recently I was Chief Operating Officer at the Catchoftheday group of companies.  That’s a large reason why internetretailing.com.au kind of slowed down in the past 18 months. I couldn’t fit enough into my 8 day weeks and something has gotta give, know what I mean? Anyhow that’s all changed and those of you following the website will notice that there are fresh articles and content popping up on the site rather regularly once again.

Stores clutch at less as they get trampled in online rush | News.com.au

AUSTRALIAN consumers are spending less at department stores compared with other shops than at any time since records began almost 30 years ago.Official figures have shed light on the parlous state of the sector, laying bare the long-term slide in the share of retail spending claimed by department stores as consumers flock online, the Herald Sun reported.

Stores clutch at less as they get trampled in online rush | News.com.au

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