10 DUNDRUM GAZETTE 28 April 2011
SHOP Customer service is at the heart of new retail business in Dundrum
New electrical store set to generate 30 jobs Q STAFF REPORTER
A NEW electrical store in Dundrum Village will create 30 jobs and hopes to buck the trend in consumer spending. Gorey businessman, Dominic Smith, has opened a new 11,000 sq ft retail superstore in the old Dundrum Shopping Centre, that will generate employment for 30 permanent and part-time staff over the coming months. The Cavan native first opened
Dominic Smith Electrical in Gorey, Co Wexford in 1996 and the store continues to go from strength to strength. Dominic attributes the success of his business to the importance the company places on customer service. “At Dominic Smith Electrical we are dedicated to delivering excellent customer service. We always put the customer’s needs first and strive to deliver an enjoyable, five-star shopping experience to all our custom-
ers.” Dominic has over 20 year’s experience of selling appliances, and continues to work hard to bring his customers the best products to suit both their budget and needs. Free coffee is offered to customers in store, making for a friendlier, more relaxed atmosphere. A number of key brands have signed up, with the new store not only a premium Apple reseller, but also boasting the only full Acer Experience Centre in Dublin.
Dog day afternoon: Local vet THE NEW Dundrum Veterinary Clinic opened last week, with guest of honour, panto queen June Rodgers, cutting the ribbon on the big day. The opening was a great success, with a great turnout of locals, who were well entertained by June! Pictured at the opening are Anton O’Connor with his grandson, Cian; panto star June Rodgers, vet Mark Heffernan and Winston the dog; Dundrum locals Linda Quigley and Zena Smith, with Jamie the dog, and vet Adrienne.
The store has a custom-designed Miele premium partner centre, where a variety of cooking demos will be held in store – the first of its kind in Ireland. The store also boasts a soundproof media room for customers to relax and experience the effect of a range of products as if they were in their own living rooms. Customers can access the store from both the main entrance to the Dundrum Village Shopping Centre, as well as from the Dundrum
bypass, making it convenient for customers. To celebrate the expansion, the store is offering customers the opportunity to buy a number of appliances for low prices. Dominic Smith is part of the Expert Group, Ireland’s largest electrical retailer with 64 stores nationwide. Their members are independent retailers, who, through Expert, are able to combine purchasing, marketing, and general market information.