There have
been many complaints from traders that QVM Management is too focused on
renewal to the detriment of day to day market activities. The latest management
shuffle may just address that issue.
QVM Renewal
has indeed dominated our market and whilst the prospect of some long overdue
investment in our market has appeal it is clear that there are just too many
roadblocks to a smooth and speedy introduction. Whilst the politicking,
staging, and general conflict of minority interest groups goes on we mustn’t
neglect the main game which is addressing the level of retail trade at our
market.
The
appointment of Spiros Foscolos to a senior role following Brendan Devine’s
resignation signals a return to core market business. Spiros’ appointment has
not been confirmed at the time of writing but is being openly talked about in management
circles. Spiros has well-grounded experience in a range of market activities.
He has largely been involved in food related aspects of the market but is
already spreading his wings into Specialty Merchandise.
It should be
noted that this is not a criticism of Brendan Devine’s role. Brendan came to us
originally with a renewal project brief and it was inevitable that he would be
continually drawn into that role. If we read this latest move correctly then renewal
matters will be placed directly with the Renewal Project Team and the QVM
General Manager will get back to managing the market. That makes a lot of sense.
By Greg
Smith