Doug Putman
Doug Putman is a Canadian entrepreneur and the CEO of Putman Investments, a firm that has acquired several retail brands, including Toys 'R' Us Canada and Babies 'R' Us Canada. His family founded Everest Toys in the 1990s, which has faced financial challenges in recent years. Under his leadership, Putman Investments has sought to revitalize struggling retail chains, but has also encountered difficulties, particularly as the Canadian retail landscape has become increasingly competitive and challenging. Recently, Toys 'R' Us Canada has been in the news due to multiple store closures and claims of unpaid rent from landlords, reflecting the ongoing struggles of the toy retailer amidst broader economic pressures.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 35,552 | $1,700,000 | 1,590$ |
| Totals | 1 | 38,005,238 | 35,552 | $1,700,000 | 1,590$ |
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Canada:
Doug Putman is the owner of Putman Investments, which bought Toys 'R' Us Canada.
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