Podcasts about penneys

Penneys are charging for paper bags even though the government does not require it. They say it will help the environment as shoppers start using their own backpacks for items. Cork shop owner Wyon Stansfeld chats with PJ on whether this is the right way to achieve a worthy goal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Skorts - it'll be put to a vote on the 22nd but what about Cork & Waterford on Saturday....€5000 a day for taxis - is there a better way to manage transport between hospitals? Paying for a paper bag in Penneys - will you? & lots more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phantom pooers, lovely lunches and the joys of a small house and a small bed. Falling into Penneys, grand pianos and bedside carafes. All this and more, Enjoy! This episode contains explicit language and adult themes. Some very strong language on the podcast today.   This Podcast is part of the Headstuff Network. Find out more at HeadStuffPodcasts.com This Podcast is sponsored by Key For Her. The code TIGHT can be used sitewide on your first order at KeyForHer.com Click the link and your 20% discount for all Key For Her products will be applied at checkout.https://keyforher.com/discount/TIGHT Producer: Laura GreeneArtwork: Alan Bourke-Tuffy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Penneys is the latest retailer to introduce a charge for paper bags. From next Monday, customers will pay 15 cent per bag but is the fee fair, or just another cost for consumers to shoulder?To debate this on Newstalk Breakfast was Sinead Ryan, Presenter of The Home Show on Newstalk and consumer columnist with the Irish Independent and Oisin Coughlan, Public Policy Advisor.

Penneys will begin charging for paper bags from Monday.The company says it's looking for ways to reduce single-use waste across the business.It's introducing a charge of 15 cent per bag, regardless of their size.What do you think about the move? Is it fair on customers?

Penneys is the latest retailer to introduce a charge for paper bags. From next Monday, customers will pay 15 cent per bag but is the fee fair, or just another cost for consumers to shoulder?To debate this on Newstalk Breakfast was Sinead Ryan, Presenter of The Home Show on Newstalk and consumer columnist with the Irish Independent and Oisin Coughlan, Public Policy Advisor.

It's 'Listener Confession Time' and this week, Niamh and Nessa hear some of your absolute jaw-droppers. From accidentally kissing your Aunt's new fella, crying and lying in a Penney's changing room and an ingenious/heartless way of dealing with a particularly difficult niece! It's ALL going on so strap yourselves in.Get your confessions off your chest - Reach out on Instagram: @UnveiledPod or email us on Unveiled@GoLoudNow.com. Anonymous always x

Victoria Jenkins, who British Vogue named as one of 25 powerhouse women changing the fashion industry, joined Oliver for a conversation about how people with disabilities face challenges and barriers in their life and how ‘clothing shouldn't be one of them'. She has colloborated with Penneys to make their range more adaptable.

This week on Skin in the Game, we're joined by the fabulous Tara Anderson, better known as Tara Makeup!

A new Limerick Gift Card has launched as part of efforts to support local businesses by locking in spending and attracting new spending to the county. Backed by Limerick City and County Council and Limerick Chamber, the gift card is available as either a physical gift card or an e-card that can be added to digital wallets. Cards can be spent in the city and surrounding towns, including Newcastle West, Adare, Abbeyfeale, Kilmallock and Rathkeale. Over 140 businesses, including independent businesses and well-known Irish brands such as Penneys and Brown Thomas, accept the new Limerick Gift Card. John Moran, Mayor of Limerick said: "Local retail businesses are key to a vibrant Limerick. They provide essential shopping and services, employment and broader support in our communities. But it is not a one-way street. They need our support too. A little adjustment by each of us in how we spend this Christmas will make a huge collective difference to them. These innovative cards make that easy for us all! Please think local this year!" The Limerick Gift Card is part of the multi-award winning Town & City Gift Card concept active across Ireland in Ballinrobe, Carndonagh, Drogheda, Letterkenny, Sligo and Waterford. Over €7 million Town & City Gift Cards were sold in Ireland in 2023, with around 80% of sales to organisations for staff rewards and incentives. Newly launched technology from Miconex allows Irish organisations to distribute digital Limerick Gift Cards to their staff, clients and customers online to multiple participants at once, immediately or on a future date. Liam Dwan, manager of Brown Thomas said it's a card for everyone: "Brown Thomas is located on O'Connell Street at the centre of Limerick's main shopping district and as one of Ireland's leading department stores, we were keen to get involved with the Limerick Gift Card. What's great about the card is the choice on offer. With one card, recipients can go shopping in Limerick's best stores, grab a bite to eat or a coffee, or even stay over. It's a card that caters for everyone." Penneys store manager Noel McNamara adds: "Penneys Limerick is delighted to be collaborating with fellow Limerick businesses on this exciting new gift card for our city and county. People often visit the city for the high street stores, but will stay to discover other businesses too, and this has a positive impact on everyone. We know from our own Penneys gift cards that people spend over and above the value on the cards, all benefiting our local economy and helping Limerick to thrive." Alongside city businesses, a range of Limerick county businesses are participating in the program, like Isobel's Boutique in Adare. Kay Mulcaire is the owner of the store and said the card is straightforward and appealing: "The fact you can buy a digital version of the card which can be added to digital wallets is fantastic. Lots of people pay using their phones now, so it makes supporting local really convenient. It's also ideal for last-minute gifts, as people can buy the digital card online and send it to the recipient in moments. People want to support local, but it has to be easy, and the new Limerick Gift Card is straightforward and appealing." Hospitality businesses including restaurants, cafés and pubs are also accepting the card, like multi-award winning pub Mother Macs on High Street and Upper Denmark Street. Michael McMahon, owner of Mother Macs, said the card provides much-needed support for the hospitality sector: "Supporting local has always been at the heart of what we do at Mother Macs Public House, and the Limerick City Gift Card aligns perfectly with that ethos. It's a simple yet impactful way to champion our city's incredible mix of retailers, hospitality venues, and cultural gems." A range of accommodation providers are also accepting the Limerick Gift Card, like Deebert House Hotel. Margaret O'Sullivan, manager of the hotel, commented: "Nestled at the foothills of the Ballyhoura Mountains, ...

Original Broadcast: July 5, 2024

What started out as a low cost ‘pile em high' retailer in Dublin on Mary St in 1969 has now developed into a global fashion behemoth. We call the stores Penneys but they are known as Primark of course overseas. They'll be investing a further €40m in stores next month in Portugal but today for the consumers of north Wicklow, Penneys will be opening its latest in the chain in Bray. Joining Joe in studio was Fintan Costello, Head of Penneys in Ireland.

Our Crime Correspondent Paul Reynolds reports.

Laura was joined by John McCormack, Fashion Trend Lead at Penneys about the good, the bad and the ugly of The Met Gala red carpet!

In the latest episode of The Retail Tea Break podcast, I'm joined by a guest who has always had an eye on what's coming next and exciting ambitions for growth. Anthony Gallagher, Founder and Managing Director of Petstop. Having started out as a trainee with Penneys, Anthony has since gone to set up one the first pet superstores in Ireland. This experienced retailer took note of what pet stores across the pond were doing to develop his own successful business model. This is an honest, heartwarming conversation full of great retail stories and examples! So grab your cup of tea, sit back and listen in…Topics:New store openingsWhy physical stores so important for PetstopAward winning online presenceHow the online strategy changed over the last few yearsThe People success story Customer loyaltyGrowing the businessFor more information visit: https://www.petstop.ie/Transcription and show notes available at: https://theretailadvisor.ie/

Plus de 33.500 fichiers dérobés aux services anti-mafia par un policier, le fichage concerne plusieurs centaines de personnalités publiques du pays. Fichage à grande échelle :En Italie, l'enquête sur un agent de la brigade financière et fiscale qui a accumulé des milliers d'informations confidentielles ne fait sans doute que commencer. Ces données sur personnalités publiques. Le ministre de la Justice Carlo Nordio demande une commission d'enquête parlementaire : « il y a déjà eu des affaires de ce genre mais je crois qu'on a atteint un point de non-retour », a déclaré hier (10 mars 2024) l'ancien magistrat. Les détails de ce scandale avec notre correspondante Cécile Debarge. Hauts et bas du secteur de la mode :La fast fashion continue à faire des ravages pour l'environnement et les droits sociaux. Et pendant ce temps, avec des ventes en baisse, de nouvelles fermetures, la crise des enseignes de mode continue.   Pour autant, certaines enseignes tirent leur épingle du jeu. Parmi elles, l'Irlandaise Primark. Devenue un succès mondial de la fast-fashion, l'entreprise a été créée il y a plus de 50 ans, en Irlande, où elle est plus connue sous le nom de Penneys avec 700 millions d'euros de revenus en 2023, sa popularité ne se dément pas. Reportage, Clémence Pénard.En Suède, le numéro 2 mondial de la mode H&M est, lui, dans la tourmente. Le groupe avait annoncé, il y a quelques mois, un vaste plan de restructuration pour économiser 183 millions d'euros. La valeur de son action a perdu 20% de sa valeur en un an, 1 500 licenciements ont été annoncés, sa présidente vient de démissionner et les syndicats dénoncent une dégradation des conditions de travail : « bref rien ne va plus », nous confirme Carlotta Morteo. L'œil européen de Franceline Beretti :  Un débat politique sain est-il encore possible ?   Environnement : à Londres, écureuils et perruches chouchous des passants, préoccupation des scientifiques. Écureuils gris, perruches au plumage vert fluo, en ville, certaines espèces animales sont devenues des mascottes qui font le bonheur des enfants ou des touristes dans les parcs. C'est le cas à Londres comme à Paris. Mais ces animaux font partie de ce qu'on appelle des espèces exotiques envahissantes, et ils posent problème aux espèces endémiques. Reportage, Marie Billon.

Plus de 33.500 fichiers dérobés aux services anti-mafia par un policier, le fichage concerne plusieurs centaines de personnalités publiques du pays. Fichage à grande échelle :En Italie, l'enquête sur un agent de la brigade financière et fiscale qui a accumulé des milliers d'informations confidentielles ne fait sans doute que commencer. Ces données sur personnalités publiques. Le ministre de la Justice Carlo Nordio demande une commission d'enquête parlementaire : « il y a déjà eu des affaires de ce genre mais je crois qu'on a atteint un point de non-retour », a déclaré hier (10 mars 2024) l'ancien magistrat. Les détails de ce scandale avec notre correspondante Cécile Debarge. Hauts et bas du secteur de la mode :La fast fashion continue à faire des ravages pour l'environnement et les droits sociaux. Et pendant ce temps, avec des ventes en baisse, de nouvelles fermetures, la crise des enseignes de mode continue.   Pour autant, certaines enseignes tirent leur épingle du jeu. Parmi elles, l'Irlandaise Primark. Devenue un succès mondial de la fast-fashion, l'entreprise a été créée il y a plus de 50 ans, en Irlande, où elle est plus connue sous le nom de Penneys avec 700 millions d'euros de revenus en 2023, sa popularité ne se dément pas. Reportage, Clémence Pénard.En Suède, le numéro 2 mondial de la mode H&M est, lui, dans la tourmente. Le groupe avait annoncé, il y a quelques mois, un vaste plan de restructuration pour économiser 183 millions d'euros. La valeur de son action a perdu 20% de sa valeur en un an, 1 500 licenciements ont été annoncés, sa présidente vient de démissionner et les syndicats dénoncent une dégradation des conditions de travail : « bref rien ne va plus », nous confirme Carlotta Morteo. L'œil européen de Franceline Beretti :  Un débat politique sain est-il encore possible ?   Environnement : à Londres, écureuils et perruches chouchous des passants, préoccupation des scientifiques. Écureuils gris, perruches au plumage vert fluo, en ville, certaines espèces animales sont devenues des mascottes qui font le bonheur des enfants ou des touristes dans les parcs. C'est le cas à Londres comme à Paris. Mais ces animaux font partie de ce qu'on appelle des espèces exotiques envahissantes, et ils posent problème aux espèces endémiques. Reportage, Marie Billon.

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It's Penneys, Hun! Penneys has invited the cameras in for the first time for a new six-part documentary. Inside Penneys will begin tonight on RTE 1 at 8.30pm. From just one shop in Dublin's Mary Street, to more than 430 stores in 16 countries. Penneys has grown from humble beginnings to become an affordable trendsetter and global fashion giant. Henry McKean got a look behind the scenes in advance of the new TV show tonight...

Jen chats to John McCormack, head of fashion trends at Penneys, about the new RTE documentary “Inside Penneys”!

Thanks hun Penneys new series behind the retail giant airs on RTE tonight, did you add a furry new friend to the family this Christmas? Pet mania Navan is running courses to help you take care of your new puppy plus Drogheda is one of the towns selected for the night time economy scheme night time economy officer Mark Davies and director of Droichead Arts Centre Collette Farrell outlined what this means for the arts and culture scene in the town. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's one of Ireland's biggest brands, it's part of our vocabulary and it's dressed most of the country, and now, we'll get to find out all about Penneys.In 'As Seen On Your Screen', we heard about the brand new show telling the story of the clothes shop.

Onto another multi-million euro market - pets - and the story of a man who's had plenty of ups and downs in business. Anthony Gallagher started out as a trainee with Penneys and has since gone on to set up Petstop, the first pet superstore in this country.

This podcast has been sponsored by @boynevalleyhoney manuka honey - is tasty and good for you this winter

New research from Penneys reveals that customers are set to spend an average of €582 on presents this Christmas. But have you started shopping? Newstalk's Henry McKean met those who already have Christmas wrapped and those who leave it to their loved ones.

New research from Penneys reveals that customers are set to spend an average of €582 on presents this Christmas. But have you started shopping? Newstalk's Henry McKean met those who already have Christmas wrapped and those who leave it to their loved ones.

If you want to put a country to the test, you need to assess their Penneys situation. Our Irish girl on the ground, Maria Devereux, took to the shops and had a pretty embarrassing situation. But not quite as bad as our Dave.

Check out another live performance on Classical WSMR with young artists from the Rebecca Penneys Piano Festival. This is a chance to learn about how the festival plays an important part in the artistic development of these young pianists and to hear them perform.

(Warning: strong language) This is the most divisive topics we have ever done!!! Today on the show we heard from a Dublin woman who is horrified by what she witnessed a mother doing in Penneys in Swords yesterday... She said she wants to report the woman involved but not everyone is happy about her doing that... She desperately needed some advice from our listeners!!

Damien O'Neill, Head of Sales for Penneys Ireland and Northern Ireland joined Anton to discuss Penneys new store which has opened in Dundrum.

In May this yea, it was announced that fashion brand SHEIN were opening an Irish pop-up store and there was outrage among people as the brand promotes fast fashion. Today, many celebrated a new Penneys store was opened in Dundrum Town Centre? Why is it not the same reaction with the opening of a huge Penneys store in Dundrum? Andrea was joined by Neale Richmond TD, Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Pat Kane, Sustainability Advocate and Founder of reuzi and Stylist Laura Mullett to discuss...

Katie Taylor brought Dundrum Town Centre to a standstill earlier this week, when she staged a public work-out, ahead of her much-anticipated fight on Saturday night. However, she joined Ian on the line this morning and explained how she was doing more than exercise out there; Penneys got a lash too!

Penney's is set to open its third largest store in the country at Dundrum Town Centre next month. The retailer has grown and grown from one store in Dublin to now having more than 400 outlets around the world. Our reporter Josh Crosbie has been looking into Ireland's love affair with Penneys:

Ireland makes up 60 pc of fake tan users worldwide. That's according to Irish retailer Penneys, that recently revealed their figures on fake tan sales worldwide. That makes us think, what makes Ireland's bond with fake skin glow so strong? Sean was joined by Laura Mullet, TV stylist and fashion expert for RSVP Magazine…

The dog at the car wash - Tanya wants to know if Gardai have done anything since it was reportedWhy are so many medics emigrating? Dr Chris Luke says the HSE is a terrible place for them to work.Changing rooms in Penneys - Ger wonders why there's none for men & lots more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Penney's are now offering free sewing classes so shoppers can learn to repair their own clothes. Customers can sign up online and bring their own clothes for mending! Customers will learn skills such as hemming and fixing zippers. Kieran was joined by Irish designer and owner of Rashiiid, Rachel Maguire.

This week we are joined by absolute icon James Kavanagh! We were delighted to welcome James in to chat about Currabinny, the word 'dump' and how hard it is to get a good photo of a packet of crisps... Also, is Penneys considered a department store?? We had a blast recording this episode, hope you guys enjoy!! This episode is proudly sponsored by @jameson_ireland.

The theme of the week of robbing. From a sneaky dip into the Trocáire box to lifting a first bra from Penneys, Emma and Muireann finally fess up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The lads discuss the health service, take away training and the latest style from Penneys.

Rob, Ciara and Laura had listeners on the hunt across Cork for the wealthy witch. Iris from the Banduff road packed her four kids into the car after figuring out the clue was Patrick St. She was thrilled when the crew revealed she had won €1100 from the cauldron of cash and was straight off to Penneys.

2.00 Laura McCarthy, founder, Drink Botanicals Ireland. Laura was selling since the age of 8. She founded her business, Drinks Botanicals, whilst still in college in 2017. Whilst her pals were heading overseas on holidays, Laura stayed at home to mind the shop. Literally. Botanicals is the fancy name for flavours, used in drinks like gin. Since getting listed in Redmonds off license in Ranelagh Dublin she went on to get a listing in 200 shops. But then somebody copied her product. So she launched more products. She is forever 'standing back from the business' to think up new products. And that brought her to her new opportunities, including a premium syrups for cocktails. She's now focussed on the 'on trade' - bars, hotel bars, cocktail bars. She's now heading overseas and she's looking for the right partners and distributors. She explains how she uses Amazon UK for product research. She gives some very useful insights into Amazon as well as the US website Faire. Her 'hire in a heartbeat' PJ Rigney of Drumshanbo Distillery - obviously!25.00" Maeve McMahon, CEO OFX Ireland and Europe discusses why banks charge around 3% to switch currency whilst OFX are 'considerably cheaper' to do the exact same transaction. Maeve explains why and how Australian company OFX has based itself in Ireland to take on the European markets. The OFX business model is very interesting and attracts talent by its openness she says. Brexit drove OFX to open in Ireland, and she explains why. Maeve explains how OFX can intervene and cut your costs if like Laura McCarthy, you're using Amazon to sell. The business started in Australia looking after student travellers to Australia and they do cover personal customers as well as businesses. She has met former Meta executive Sheryl Sandberg and she tells us what she's really like. Her 'hires in a heartbeat' - Marshall Goldsmith, author 47.00" Andrew Walker, co-founder Beacon Business Commercial Services - BBCSWhy it's good to be nice to people in business, because it's like karma, it comes back on you. Here 'nice-guy' Andrew explains how to sell better. He served a year work experience with Penneys at one stage and has decades of experience in selling with major UK companies. He explains how those companies use focus groups and how a tiny company can do the same research, for free. He says you have to ask the question 'why' five times. He loves Zoom and has been hugely useful for him and his business to grow. He swears by network groups. LinkedIn has proven invaluable for growing his business and he says SMEs must, must use it. SMEs should use tablets for customer feedback. Referral marketing is essential, get a referral and testimonials now. And make sure to have an 'ask'. His 'hire in a heartbeat' - Kingsley Aikens, master networkerAll the insights on That Great Business Show are thanks to our sponsor, De Facto Shaving Oil, the world's best shaving oil Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At last the return of Money2Byrne, the Podcast that looks at the lighter side of business. On this weeks episode we had a rather funny but bizarre incident just as we started recording my cat Gypsy got his head stuff in a Pennies bag and proceeded to chase my other cat Roman around the house. All hell broke loose. Once we got back on track we gave you what you have been waiting for with 5 of your favourites. What you never knew, No More Funny Business, Tech Tricks, Website for sore eyes and None of your business. On “what you never knew” we looked at IKEA and how everything gets it's name. No more funny business looks at Booster Fuels, the perfect company for anyone who has ever run out of fuel.Tech tricks we thought you a neat little trick with your iPhone. Website for sore eyes visited Sellmesomethingweirdorconfusing.com were we picked ourselves up a strange item live on air. And finally on None of your business we tell you something about A Sloth that you would of normally associated with Giraffes. So sit back relax and listen to all Money2Byrne has to offer. If you would like to follow us on social media add us on Money2ByrnePodcast. On Twitter we are Money2_Byrne and our email is info@money2byrne.com. Also reach out to us with any questions or just to say hello. We are also available for sponsorship opportunities on the show reach out for more information. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/david-w-byrne/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-w-byrne/support

Vika got over the border with her friends and they're now safe in Poland... Karina has also landed - laden down with socks and jammies from Penneys - but Ryanair caught her for €40 extra.. Good news for Kilbrittain school - they get to keep their early intervention class & lots more See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Karina and her partner Peter bought clothing in Penneys to help Ukrainians struggling with the chaos since Russia invaded. Ryanair ht her extra charges bringing the kit across despite the whole of Ireland doing everything to stand with Ukraine. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

There's a lot of reasons to be a good person, and social media isn't one of them. Amanda digs into why social media has got to go and the overwhelming challenges that come with trying to constantly keep-up-with-the-joneses on Instagram while Eddie celebrates the Cincinnati Bengals' killer season in true Penney fashion.

Refused Outdoor Dining for Wearing Tracksuit Bottoms, Inconsistent Clothing Sizes at Penneys, and Jerry Buttimer Discusses Leo Varadkar's Trip to a UK Music Festival. Tune into the Neil Prendeville Show weekdays from 9am on Cork's RedFM

Episode 46 That Great Business ShowPresented by Conall O Morain2.00" Breege O'Donoghue's first insight is that a retailer should be 'producing what you sell, not selling what you produce'.When Breege joined Penneys they had 'just' 24 shops, they now have near 400 stores in 14 jurisdictions.She tells stories about the retailing legend, Arthur Ryan, (RIP, July 2019). 'He was not a tough man, not a tough bone in his body'.For her first major meeting in London, Arthur Ryan 'borrowed' Breege's shoes, so Breege goes to the meeting in her hotel slippers.On another occasion Ryan (a great mimic) pretended to be Gregory Peck, making her run out of Champneys, the world famous health resort.She offers three lessons that Arthur Ryan taught her.'There are no mistakes, only learnings'It's all right to look for help, in fact it's a very positive'You're probably at your strongest when you're at your weakest, and to realise that'Why Penneys/Primark didn't want to have an Irish business in Spain or Germany, but to have a Spanish business in Spain, a German business in Germany.She explains their rigorous code of conduct for suppliers.Penneys' first UK store was in Derby. She explains why Derby was chosen and why feet on the ground was essential."Don't be afraid to take risk. That's what business is about"Breege tells us what makes a great buyer and how TU Dublin has been an essential part of finding great talent, for many years.She talks of the importance of buyers being at festivals and night clubs all over the world. The difference for buying teams, buying for Florida versus buying for Chicago. Why do Spaniards like slippers? Americans don't have duvets, but have comforters - there's a reason behind each difference.22.00" Breege explains the importance of independent audits making sure that garments are made ethically. She speaks of being in Gujarat and of the Penneys/Primark backed scheme that saw small holders increase profits from their cotton grow by 200%. That 'Cotton Connect' programme now extends to 185,000 women across many cotton producing countries.She says that 'doing the right thing' is very important.She talks about their very, very small management team, known at the time as the 'Gang of Four'. She references the rows they had, and the reconciliations -'Let's move on'.What are the opportunities for another Irish retailer to make it internationally? She says that replacing retailers lost to Covid is a first priority.She says that 'the high street will always survive' and talks of what's happening to retail in Paris.She explains how Primark in Birmingham gives customers an 'experience', far more than a clothing shop - it includes a Disney café, the first outside the Disney properties.Data is hugely important, she expects to see so much more on garment tags.There was Beatlemania, SpiceGirlMania and now...Primania....the excitement that happens when a Primark store initially opens. She explains the process they go through when opening a store, the meticulous planning and consultation, and of course....PR.39.00" What does she tell young businesses she mentors. i) education ii) be curious iii) take a risk iv) 'do the right thing' v) understand the differences vi) read all the fashion magazines, including Vogue, Bazaar and not just the UK versions, but also the Spanish, US versions etc...She emphasises networking. She tells us the Breege O'Donoghue way of telling a co-worker that 'things are not working out'.She says in her lifetime she has come across very few bad employees, but she has come across bad managers.'Empower young people. Pile responsibility on their shoulders to see where they'll go'.Where are suppliers (who have been in business for years) getting their ideas? Check it out, and ask.She explains (kind of!) how hard she worked, sometimes 7 days a week. Holidays were shorter than normal an one day/all day trips to the UK were regular.She hints at what some of the boardroom 'discussions' aka rows, were about.Did it ever come to the board to change the name from Penneys to Primark?Her involvement in other businesses and on the board of private and State businesses.She may have liked to have been an astronaut!Breege's 'hire in a heartbeat'....she refuses to answer, but eventually.....opts for Bono.And what is she doing now, besides sometimes TWO yoga classes a day....and her obsession with sports (she digresses into the wonderful 1990 World Cup, Mick McCarthy, Ray Houghton), the T-shirts being printed overnight depending on who Ireland was playing, their platinum record in aid of the Children's Hospital. Her competition to spell 'Schillaci'.That Great Business Show is proudly sponsored by De Facto Shaving Oil Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Penneys has reopened, the days are getting longer and Poz Vibe Podcast launches Friday, 21st May. What a miracle! Hosted by Veda Lady and Robbie Lawlor, we're gonna have a H.I.V kiki, sharing stories from the community plus we'll have some stunning guests to join us along the way. Make sure you subscribe wherever you get your podcasts + follow us on Insta for all the latest updates. Love, Veda and Robbie. Produced by Esther O'Moore Donohoe.

Penneys by appointment and not so Luxurious Designer Gear. This week we discuss the fashion industry, in particular info drawn from Dana Thomas' book 'Deluxe - How Luxury Lost its Luster', and the rise of the Influencer. Also on Oddly Enough we discuss our Anti-TBR. Popular books that for some reason we have no interest in reading.  https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/222328.Deluxe?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=OHnzHqQ5id&rank=1

Episode 5's chats breaks down why Patrick Dempsey is Instagramming sheep, the Little Mix girl's mini mixers and the sad departure of one treasured Made in Chelsea star. We also dream of heading back into Penneys... have you been a lucky recipient of one of their appointments? Let us know on Instagram @stellarmagazine  Thanks so much for the ratings, reviews and comments about the show and if you haven't already, please rate, like and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts if you enjoy the show!  Thanks a million for listening and see you next Wednesday!