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Toys’R’Us names president for Asia Pacific

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Global toy and baby products retailer Toys“R”Us, Inc. has appointed Andre Javes as president, Toys“R”Us, Asia Pacific, directly reporting to chairman and CEO Dave Brandon.In this role, he will oversee all operations and business activities for the company’s growing number of stores in Japan, Southeast Asia, Greater China and Australia, and he will be responsible for the profitability and success of the company in these markets.A seasoned retail executive with more than 30 years of merchandising and management experience, Javes most recently served as managing director, Toys“R”Us, Southeast Asia and Greater China, where he oversaw all operations and business activities for the company’s more than 170 wholly owned stores and approximately 2,500 employees in Brunei, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand.Prior to joining Toys“R”Us, Javes served as chief executive officer at Anaconda Group Pty from 2009 to 2012, where he managed a retail chain of camping, outdoor and adventure gear stores across Australia.“Since joining Toys“R”Us, Andre has made significant contributions to the continued growth and success of our business throughout Asia and Australia,” said Mr. Brandon.“With his extensive retail background, drive for results, commitment to building and leading high-performing teams and proven track record, we expect to further grow and strengthen our brands’ position in the global marketplace.”

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