Retailers registering for Autumn Fair will have the opportunity to book a free 30-minute mentoring session with some of the UK’s leading retail experts.
Taking place in The Clubhouse in Hall 9 throughout Autumn Fair, the complimentary consultations are designed to give independent retailers, buyers and business owners direct access to experienced retail professionals offering tailored advice on everything from increasing sales and improving store layouts to strengthening product ranges, buying more effectively and future-proofing their businesses.
With appointments available on a first-come, first-served basis, the sessions aim to provide practical, actionable recommendations, helping retailers overcome challenges and unlock new opportunities for growth.
Retailers will be able to book appointments with five industry specialists, each bringing decades of commercial experience across different areas of retail:
● John Abbate – retail design & visual merchandising expert
● Samantha Gibbs – founder of Nest
● Katy Norton & Lynsey Abbott – co-founders of Buying & Beyond
● Ami Rabheru – founder of Retail Huddle
Matthew Mein, event director at Autumn Fair, said: “We know that today’s retailers aren’t just looking for great products, they’re looking for ideas, inspiration and practical support to help their businesses thrive.
“Sometimes one conversation can completely change the direction of a business, whether it’s refining a buying strategy, improving visual merchandising or discovering new ways to increase profitability.
“The mentoring sessions give our visitors something they simply can’t get online: dedicated one-to-one time with some of the industry’s most experienced retailers and consultants, who understand the challenges businesses face because they’ve lived through them.
“Half an hour could provide a year’s worth of ideas, and it’s another way we’re investing in our community and ensuring visitors leave Autumn Fair with not only fantastic new products, but also advice that will continue delivering value long after the show ends. Register now to book your slot.”
Sessions are only available to registered visitors and can be booked online ahead of the event. For more information or to resource a session, visithttps://www.autumnfair.com/register-mentor-sessions.
Autumn Fair takes place at the NEC Birmingham from September 6-9.