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June 2013
Garden centre assistant clocks up 25 years and retires
26 June 2013
Staff at Millbrook Garden Centre raised a glass to long-term employee Chris Francis this week as she celebrated her retirement after 25 years with the business.
Dobbies names new marketing director
10 June 2013
Jo Coomber has joined Dobbies Garden Centres as its new director of marketing.
New man at Specialist Group
5 June 2013
Tony Nicholas has joined the Specialist Group as its new national account manager.
Hortsteppers complete 100km challenge
3 June 2013
A team from the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is celebrating after raising more than £5,500 for charity after walking more than 62 miles from London to Brighton.
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RANGE REVIEW: Hardware & Tools
What would help you maximise sales of hardware & tools?
Better support with merchandising in store
Supplier promotions and price deals
More variety of ranges available in the market
Support with staff training to improve product knowledge
Greater education amongst consumers
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