H&M now open in Dominican Republic
More than 500 customers waited in line to enter the first H&M store in the Dominican Republic, in the country’s capital city, Santo Domingo. The long awaited store opened its doors at Ágora Mall on November 23.
"After successful openings in the vibrant and exciting markets of Panama, Guatemala, and Costa Rica, we are thrilled to expand with our franchise partner Hola Moda by launching in the Dominican Republic. We can’t wait to offer fashion and creativity to our customers, empowering them to unleash their self expression."
Samuel Miller, Global Head of Franchise at H&M Group
“We were thrilled to witness the enthusiasm of the people eagerly awaiting for our arrival. Bringing fashion and quality at the best price to a new city is always a reason for joy, but the extraordinary reception we’ve experienced in the Dominican Republic has exceeded all our expectations.”
Beatriz Volkmann, Regional Manager of Hola Moda.
The opening was celebrated with a traditional ribbon cutting ceremony by Samuel Miller, Global Head of Franchise at H&M Group, Beatriz Volkmann, Regional Manager at Hola Moda, Marisol Fernández, Country Manager for new markets at Hola Moda, Karen Dickson, Area Manager at H&M Dominican Republic, and Grobert Puig, Store Manager of H&M Ágora Mall.
With this new store launch in Dominican Republic, H&M will be present in 78 markets.