RetailFest S/S23

Join Cath Kidston & Tori Murphy for our exclusive talk, discussing the collaborative retail environment of 2023. With retail changing as quickly as it does in today’s marketplace, one way to stay ahead is by innovation and looking for the next opportunity. Our panel will explore partnering and collaborating, expanding your message, reaching new audiences.

Our fireside chat is perfect for retailers and brand owners who are looking to be creatively inspired and enjoy hearing founder stories.
 

Brand strategies on social media are changing in step with new ways that customers are using social platforms. From influencer and social marketing on Instagram & Facebook to Pinterest's golden rules, what makes TikTok tick & You Tube go viral.  

Join our expert masterclass as we explore trends that we’re seeing for 2023 - sharing tips for building a thriving and sustainable social media presence that works for you and your business and will support you through the post-pandemic recovery using social media as a way to showcase your shop window.  

Our masterclass session is perfect for retailers and brand owners who want to learn key trends in social media and actionable tips. 
 

SEO MASTERCLASS: INCREASE YOUR ORGANIC TRAFFIC WITH THESE SIMPLE TO DO SEO TIPS!

MASTERCLASS: HOW EFFECTIVE MERCHANDISING DRIVES CONVERSION RATES

SUCCEEDING ONLINE WITH OLIVER BONAS:

• Introduction to Oliver Bonas’ online journey to date and how it dovetails with the company’s physical presence.
• Recommendations regarding online promotions and how to keep control as your online presence expands, whilst also sustaining physical operations.
• How to keep overheads low and improve the connection with the customer online.

PANEL SESSION: IMPROVING AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT ONLINE

• Once you’ve got engagement with a prospect online, how do you retain it?
• Choosing the objectives that matter most, across awareness, consideration or conversions and how best to serve them through adverts.
• What are the best strategies for boosting registrations and driving conversions?
• Promote content with personalized messages?

Getting The Staffing Right for Your Digital Business

• How do you go about determining key roles and teams for your digital business?
• Which are the staff members you absolutely need to employ from the outset and how do you scale up teams?
• What should you outsource, what should you keep inhouse, and when?
• Where and when should technology support, what core systems and platforms should you invest in and why?

Join our expert panel of founders featuring exciting names in design as they share stories about design and creative processes, business growth and the creative startup journey.

Our masterclass is perfect for retailers and brand owners who are looking to be creatively inspired and enjoy hearing founder stories.

Exploring a hot topic in retail - join us as we discuss what purpose really means for brands that stand for something bigger than what they sell, communicate their purpose and demonstrate a trans-parent commitment to a sustainability journey. Expect tips for taking action beyond the values and mission statements, sharing ways to make change within your own brand in 2023 and beyond. 

Our masterclass is perfect for retailers and brand owners who are looking to learn creative yet practical ideas on how to make more sustainable choices and learn actionable ideas for adopting sustainable practices.

 Join us for an exclusive session with our partners, Google, learning the essentials of how you can build a social media strategy into your business plan for 2023.

 

In this session you will learn:
    
How to build a digital marketing strategy for your business by learning about the different digital marketing channels available and how they can be applied to your business objectives.

Our masterclass is perfect for retailers and brand owners who are looking to build a digital strategy for 2023.

Unsure how to use video to market your business on Instagram?  There is no faster way to grow your brand and sales on Instagram in 2023 but it can be hard to know where to start. Especially if you don’t have a big marketing budget. 

Kirsty Raper and Andie McDowell will help you master Instagram Reels to help you create scroll-stopping content.  They’ll let you into the secrets that will help you create reels that are on-brand, filmed beautifully and most importantly, which convert views into sales. 

This masterclass is perfect for retailers and brand owners who want to hear expert insight into getting started with Reels.  

Want to know the key to your retail brand’s longevity and success? You need a signature product that keeps people coming back and wanting more. Think Chanel N°5, the Apple Mac, Coca-Cola, and Timberland boots.

In this 30-minute Meet The Maker workshop, you will hear from two Top Drawer vendors who have created a signature product that has helped their brands glow and grow. This workshop will also feature an interactive portion with brainstorming questions.

Our Workshop is perfect for retailers and brand owners who want to learn how one product can be the start of something truly great for your business.
 

When the chips are down, how do you keep visibility high? When the last thing in the world you can do is pour more money into your business, how do you ensure you keep your PR going?

The answers are always the most obvious – and our expert journalist Priscilla will be sharing her insider secrets of the importance of PR plays in your design led business- no matter how busy you are.

In conversation with Amanda Perry, our Masterclass is perfect for retailers and brand owners who are looking to learn expert PR insight.

After yet another turbulent year, it's time to turn our attention to 2023 and what lies ahead.

With the promise of more economic uncertainty, much is still unknown.  However, key industry trends look set to impact the way we sell, shop and buy in 2023.

In this talk, Forbes.com contributor and small business retail expert Catherine Erdly runs through her top predictions for the year ahead.  Most importantly, she will share what this means for you and your business over the next 12 months.

Our masterclass is perfect for retailers and brand owners who are looking to create a cohesive & focussed strategy for 2023.

In our expert session, retail business consultant, Ami Rabheru walks us through some of the challenges and trends which she has seen that are driving customer engagement and sales for brands.

During the session Ami will share some of the opportunities to create strong emotional responses in customers by tapping into new areas, including multi-cultural products, paying closer attention to the ever-evolving retail marketing calendar, and keeping a close eye on consumer lifestyle and behaviours. 

Our masterclass is perfect for retailers and brand owners who want to learn all about key trends and where retail is heading for 2023 - whether you are online only, omnichannel or a brand owner selling to retailers and through your own channels.

 

A seamless customer experience through all available channels is more important than ever. It is crucial there is synergy across all touch points showcasing brand values, marketing stories and product. Customers need the same warm feeling about your brand however they shop with you.

In this 30-minute Meet the Maker workshop, Kat will also be showcasing  two Top Drawer vendors and the workshop will also feature an interactive portion with brainstorming questions take you through  visual merchandising and styling tips to link your online and physical store.

This masterclass is perfect for brand owners who are interested in practical ‘how to’ demonstrations and ideas you can take away and implement in any shopping environment.

In this time of uncertainty for the high street, constant innovation is vital and design will lead the way. 

Join our expert creative mind Campbell Thompson sharing why staying one step ahead of the trend game is a crucial part of being a successful design-led brand. 

Our fireside chat is perfect for retailers and brand owners who are looking to gain Insight in subjects from collaboration and sponsorship to future focus.