Spring Fair has revealed the line up for its Inspiring Retail Stage.
Sunday 4th February
Opening the stage at 11am, join Spring Fair’s portfolio director of retail at Hyve Group Jackson Szabo, for the Spring Fair 2024 grand opening Springing into Success. This welcome address provides a pertinent overview of the current state of UK retail, its challenges and resilience and why Spring Fair has been indispensable at connecting creators and curators for over seven decades.
Sip & Shop: Spring Fair’s Happy Hour takes place at the Inspiring Retail Stage from 4.30 – 5.30pm. Relax, chat with peers and celebrate the dynamic spirit of our industry. Complimentary drinks await you at all stages throughout the event offering it’s the perfect opportunity to unwind and toast to a successful year ahead. Sip & Shop takes place at 4.30-5.30pm on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
Monday 5th February
Kris Hamer, director of insight at the British Retail Consortium will deliver a talk on Retail Landscape 2024: Insights from the British Retail Consortium at 12.30pm. This comprehensive overview of the UK retail market will offer buyers valuable insights into economic health, growth indicators, emerging opportunities and evolving consumer spending habits. Stay ahead of the dynamic retail landscape in 2024 with this exclusive session.
Tuesday 6th February
Explore the forefront of sustainable retail with ESG pioneer, Paul Wright of PDS Ltd as he unveils the industry’s latest and most groundbreaking resources and eco-creativity in Retail Futures – Eco-Innovations from Source to Sale…. and Back Again at 12.30pm. Working with brands such as ASDA, Chanel and Ralph Lauren, discover the revolutionary eco-materials, supply chain strategies, upcycling and recovery initiatives shaping retail’s future. Discover breakthroughs that aren’t just green but that also boost your bottom line. An essential session for professionals and businesses looking to embrace and navigate a more sustainable future.
At 2.30pm, join Theo Paphitis for his Perspective on Business and Retail in 2024. TV dragon, retail entrepreneur and small business champion, Theo Paphitis, lifts the lid on 2024’s opportunities and challenges for businesses. Theo will share his insights, successes and key learnings from his 40-year retail career while looking ahead to the latest twists and turns of the industry.
