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Who International Retailers Hire to Crack the US Market

Entering a new country requires a delicate balance between staying true to a brand’s DNA and adapting to local tastes. Having the right people in place from day one can often be the determining factor between success and failure.
Primark opened a dozen stores in the US in the last year, with plans to reach 60 locations by 2026.
Primark opened a dozen stores in the US in the last year, with plans to reach 60 locations by 2026. (Primark)

When Primark was plotting its US entry in 2014, among the first people the Dublin, Ireland-based retailer hired was a head of human resources.

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