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Struggling Renaissance suffers again
Mon, 15th Jul 2013
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Renaissance, the New Zealand company behind Yoobee retail stores, is forecasting another disappointing financial year after closing four stores.
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40% of Yoobee stores closed yesterday
Mon, 15th Jul 2013
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Apple retailer is closing four stores across New Zealand, with around 15 staff set to be made redundant as a result.
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Renaissance shares drop 33% following $3m loss
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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Renaissance faces a sharp 33% share fall as financial troubles deepen with a £3m loss, despite efforts to stabilize its business operations.
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Renaissance Director and Acting CEO resigns
Fri, 31st May 2013
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Ron Halls resigns as Renaissance Director and Acting CEO for personal reasons, leaving on May 31. Board praises his impactful service.
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Disastrous financial results for Renaissance
Tue, 21st May 2013
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Renaissance Corporation has today announced a surprise financial result for the six months until 31st March 2013.
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Steve McLean leaves YooBee’s top job
Mon, 13th May 2013
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It’s understood that the general manager of YooBee, one of New Zealand’s largest Apple retailers, has left his post.
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Apple TV and iPod giveaways
Wed, 16th Jan 2013
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YooBee and Flexirent's new deal offers free Apple TV or iPod Touch on equipment rentals before Jan 31, enhancing tech accessibility for businesses.
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Renaissance tackles takeover bids with strategic adviser
Tue, 27th Nov 2012
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Company hires Grant Samuel & Associates for a strategic review, saying its weak share price leaves the firm vulnerable to a takeover.
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$800k still unsettled in Renaissance sale
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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Over $800k in limbo following Renaissance's business sale to Exeed, amid pending disputes and legal assurances. Renaissance remains optimistic.
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In three months - everything has changed at Renaissance
Tue, 10th Jul 2012
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It’s been a good few months for the folks at Auckland based technology distributor, retailer and trainer Renaissance.
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Has eXeed paid too much for Renaissance distribution?
Tue, 10th Jul 2012
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eXeed pays a premium for Renaissance distribution despite historical challenges and a reduced credit limit, betting on future synergies.
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Exeed aims to tie up Renaissance
Sun, 1st Jul 2012
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Exeed's acquisition of Renaissance's IT division, poised to become NZ's 2nd largest distributor, hinges on Apple's critical approval.
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Renaissance to sell distie business to Exeed
Thu, 21st Jun 2012
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NZ's Renaissance agrees to sell its IT distie division to Exeed, reshaping its business and focusing on Yoobee brands.
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Renaissance restoring balance sheet
Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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Renaissance's interim results reveal a return to profit, thanks to its education division and $2.51 million in earthquake insurance claims.
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Armed robbers target Yoobee stores
Tue, 24th Apr 2012
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In a daring spree, armed robbers hit Yoobee Apple stores twice in months, swiping $18,000 in gadgets, with police eyeing a potential gang link.
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Renaissance secures All of Government deal
Thu, 12th Apr 2012
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Renaissance joins ranks as an official Apple supplier for government, winning a pivotal deal to furnish hardware and support through its Yoobee division.
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Yoobee campus stores to close - Updated
Wed, 4th Apr 2012
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Yoobee confirms closure of campus stores at key NZ universities, leaving many employees redundant.
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Trading halted for Renaissance announcement
Fri, 9th Dec 2011
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What caused shares in embattled technology distributor and retailer Renaissance Corporation to be put on hold this afternoon?.
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Renaissance CEO resigns
Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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Renaissance CEO Richard Webb resigns to focus on tech incubation, exiting after steering through tough times including the Christchurch quake.
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Warwick Grey to leave Renaissance - Updated
Thu, 27th Oct 2011
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Renaissance's head of distribution, Warwick Grey, has resigned to join Microsoft as consumer/retail product distribution manager.
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Casement to take over distribution at Renaissance
Tue, 25th Oct 2011
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Doug Casement steps into the role of head of distribution at Renaissance, taking over from Warwick Grey who is on resignation notice.
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Yoobee GM resigns
Mon, 17th Oct 2011
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Mark Singleton resigns as GM of Yoobee, leaving amidst flagship Britomart store launch. Andrew Howard steps in as interim replacement.
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Yoobee to host social gaming social
Fri, 14th Oct 2011
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Yoobee to host gaming social at Britomart, featuring SmallWorlds' co-founder among speakers. Event on Oct 18, £10 online.
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Renaissance relocating Yoobee in Wellington
Mon, 10th Oct 2011
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Renaissance to unveil a new Yoobee showroom in Wellington's Kent Terrace, inspired by Auckland's, as Vivian Street location closes.