Velocity Frequent Flyer members can now use Points at MYER stores

As of yesterday, our 13 million members can now use their Points to redeem in-store at all 56 MYER locations across the country. The expansion of the partnership with Australia’s favourite department store will see members able to use their Points to shop for all, or part of their purchase on thousands of products across fashion, beauty, homewares, electrical, toys and more. Velocity continues its commitment to offering its members flexibility, convenience and rewards where they matter most and the expansion of this partnership is a testament to that. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g39xJiSk #VelocityFrequentFlyer #Myer

🎄 UK Top Toys 2025 – The Big 6 Retailers I’ve analysed every “Top Toys for Christmas 2025” list from the UK’s biggest retailers, so you don't have to! Here’s what really stands out this year. Compiled from the latest “Top Toys for Christmas 2025” lists from across the UK’s biggest retailers - Argos, John Lewis & Partners, Selfridges, Hamleys of London, The Entertainer, and Smyths Toys Superstores (Top 50 Long List) - to see which brands are really defining this year’s toy trends. 🧱 the LEGO Group leads the pack once again, featuring in all six lists. 🚗 Mattel, Inc. Hot Wheels, tonies®, and Gui Gui from Moose Toys each appear on three retailers’ shortlists, showing strong cross-market momentum. 🦖 Jurassic World, Bluey, Wicked, and Sylvanian Families hold steady across multiple lists. 🎁 Smyths’ broader 50-toy list adds useful context - a wider market pulse beyond the curated top tens. The magic mix this year? ✨ Interactive + creative play 🎄 Beloved franchises with a festive refresh 🤖 A dash of nostalgia and smart tech Overall, the 2025 toy season is balancing interactive play, creative experiences, and classic franchises. I’ve summarised it all in this short visual snapshot - the UK Top Toys 2025: The Big 6 Retailers carousel 👇 #TopToys #Christmas2025 #RetailTrends #ToyIndustry #LEGO #HotWheels #Tonies #GuiGui #Hamleys #TheEntertainer #Smyths #Argos #JohnLewis #Selfridges

New #TalkTonic just dropped! Whitney Gerrety and Garrett Russell of Touch Dynamic get real with Tyler about why reliability wins. Custom builds that close deals like a three-inch base tweak for Giorgio Armani. US assembly with DOA rates under one percent. Three-year warranties with five-year options. A channel-first model that stocks through BlueStar, MetSales, MS Cash Drawer, and ScanSource, so partners get gear fast. If you care about consistent models across multi-year rollouts and support that picks up the phone, this one is for you. Watch now → https://bit.ly/4nwzrkl #TonicPOS #TouchDynamic #POSHardware #ChannelStrong #VARs #ISVs #RetailNOW2025

Clip-On Toys Are This Year’s Must Have Christmas Stocking Stuffers - The holiday season is the most critical time of year for toy stores and gift shops. If you run a retail location, you know the pressure is on to stock best-sellers, maximize impulse purchases, and increase your average transaction value, all without overwhelming your floor space. Read the full article - https://lnkd.in/dmiUDHqN #License2PlayToys #BackToSchoolMarketing #ToyRetailTips #LicensedToysSales #SeasonalMarketingStrategy

We secured an interview with DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse president Laura Davis in Boston Business Journal about the opening of DSW's new interactive concept store in Framingham, Mass.! It highlights how DSW is transforming the in-store experience with augmented-reality mirrors, which allow virtual outfit pairing with shoes! Read the full story by Grant Welker: https://bit.ly/4gl86Pq

Here’s why the resale market for Travis Scott’s India tickets went from extreme hype and panic buying to a complete bubble burst. #MarketingMind #TravisScott #Concert #Resellers

🚫 We don’t price match. And for good reason. When we set up Halo, we knew one thing: we wanted to be the best at what we do. 👉 That meant no cutting corners on quality. 👉 That meant same-day turnaround as a non-negotiable. So when it came to pricing, the choice was simple: charge what it takes to deliver on those promises. Because here’s the truth — being the cheapest is not the same as being the best. And that’s okay. There’s room in the market for everyone. Could we have chased lower overheads, offered bargain prices, and still made it work? Sure. But that’s not the route we wanted to take. 💗 And honestly, this lesson applies to so many industries. If you want to build something that lasts, decide early on what you stand for — and then align everything else around it. Save this post for the next time you’re tempted to compete on price instead of value. #businessgrowth #branding #streetwearstyle #fashionbrand #samedayprinting #tshirtprinting

The French Toy market has so far this year delivered very positive results, growing by +10% in 7 months, a performance reportedly "never seen in 25 years." This growth aligns with positive trends across most top European markets, including the UK (+8%) and Germany (+3%). As of the end of August in France, volume is up +1% and the average price is up +3% (at 16 Euros). Looking at category performance (Circana Data), while the “Outdoor Toy” category (a former main driver) now accounts for only 9% of all categories and is decreasing by 3%, several of the 11 super categories tracked by Circana are performing strongly, primarily driven by the « KIDULT » segment (+12y old). Specifically, Games & Puzzles is the number one category, showing +23% growth in August and a cumulative +35% growth, representing 24% of the total market. 🔗 Click the link below to read the full article by Yann Fresnel on the The Bugg Report website! https://lnkd.in/gaaWfDTF #Toys #ToyIndustry #France

How do you restore brand equity for a 100+ year old brand on Amazon? We partnered with a legacy apparel brand facing significant catalog issues, including nearly 1,000 rogue ASINs that were breaking MAP pricing and harming sales. Our team managed their transition from 1P to 3P and deployed proprietary AI-enabled technology to tackle the catalog chaos. The results were immediate and transformative. Over 150% increase in Month-over-Month sales. 3x total sales growth. 91% of the 960+ identified rogue ASINs were successfully removed. 📈 This case study details our strategic approach to rogue ASIN cleanup and brand restoration. #Avenue7Media #CaseStudy #AmazonStrategy

My Catalog team took on that challenge with a legacy apparel brand whose listings had spiraled out of control — nearly 1,000 rogue ASINs breaking MAP pricing, confusing customers, and eroding brand trust. We led their transition from 1P to 3P and used our AI-enabled catalog technology to clean, consolidate, and restore order. The impact was immediate: 📈 150%+ Month-over-Month sales growth 📈 3x total sales increase 📈 91% of 960+ rogue ASINs removed This project reminded us that your catalog is the foundation of your brand on Amazon. When that foundation is broken, even the strongest brand can lose its footing. But when it’s fixed—the results speak for themselves. #Amazon #AmazonCatalog #AcceleratedGrowth