JB HI-FI Celebrates Grand Opening Success in Invercargill with Community Support
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JB HI-FI celebrated the grand opening of its newest store in Invercargill, drawing significant crowds and earning high praise from the local community. The event not only marked the launch of the store but also showcased the strong community support and enthusiasm for the brand’s presence in the city.
Tony Keay, the Invercargill store manager for JB HI-FI, was overwhelmed by the positive response from the public. “Thrilled with the turnout for the night, I would like to thank the community for their support with our grand opening,” Keay remarked, reflecting on the successful event that surpassed expectations.
Tim Edwards, the Managing Director of JB HI-FI New Zealand, echoed the sentiment, expressing his excitement and gratitude, “What a night, thanks Invercargill for showing up in force last night. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, and so have the sales! Great to be part of the Invercargill community.” Edwards’ comments underscore the significance of the opening night’s success, highlighting the warm welcome from the Invercargill community.
Jon Kirman, JB HI-FI’s Marketing Manager, shared his anticipation and the eventual outpouring of support. “The grand opening event was by far one of the best we’ve had. I always get a little nervous a few hours before, not knowing if anyone will show up, but the people of Invercargill blew us away with their support and turned up en masse,” Kirman said. He also shared his personal experience of engaging with the community, “I spent 3 hours chatting to people as they lined up to get into the store and it was a fantastic experience to hear their support of the brand moving into the city, and the excitement of the fun products they’re about to take home.”
The successful grand opening of JB HI-FI in Invercargill signifies the brand’s commitment to becoming an integral part of the local community by offering a wide range of electronic and entertainment products. The enthusiasm and support from the people of Invercargill have set a positive tone for JB HI-FI’s future in the city.
As JB HI-FI settles into its new home in Invercargill, the store looks forward to continuing its engagement with the community and contributing to the local retail landscape. The grand opening has laid a solid foundation for what promises to be a long and fruitful relationship between JB HI-FI and the Invercargill community.
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