Spring 2024

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From the CEO

In his final column, Howard Saycell reflects on more than 80 years of Retra but remains optimistic for the future of indies in our industry.

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Howard Saycell

Welcome to Alert, our magazine exclusive to Retra Members!

Alert is Retra’s very own glossy magazine dedicated to our industry and our Members’ businesses.

Free and exclusive to Retra Members, Alert Magazine includes expert contributions from the Retra team as well as interviews, analysis, opinions and comments from across the industry.

Retra Alert is also available online in a fully interactive format which can be viewed on your phone, your tablet or your desktop computer wherever you are.

In the latest issue of Alert:

Pacifica Warranty acquires Rectracare

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Editor's Interview: Andrew Goodacre, CEO of Bira

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CES News: AI for Everyone

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Ways to support your team through tough times

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From the Editor

This isn’t an easy editor’s comment to write – Retra is set to close at the end of March, after almost 82 years in business. I was very grateful to Retra CEO, Howard Saycell, when he asked me to become editor of Alert. Thanks for the opportunity and the support, Howard. By sheer coincidence, Retra is closing on my 50th birthday, March 31 2024, so let’s raise a glass to all it’s achieved since it formed in 1942 and hope for a bright and successful future under Bira. Cheers. Sean Hannam

Other stories & features in the latest Alert:

Dealer Focus: We visit Lunts Electrical in Liverpool, which has been in business since the late ‘60s.

The Road To Net Zero: AMDEA CEO Paul Hide on how by making some simple changes to the way they use home appliances, consumers can save money, help the environment and contribute to a circular economy.

Digital Marketing: Turn up the heat on sports promotion this summer. This year’s summer of sport is a great opportunity to convince your customers to buy a new TV.

What's Hot: TV Drama. Could a summer of sport reverse its small-screen fortunes?

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