Big Names Confirmed for Annual Industry Conference

Billed as ‘A Time to Talk’, the event will feature two days of presentations covering both brown and white goods issues. An open forum will also give delegates the opportunity to put their questions to a panel of industry experts.

Speakers include Stephen Robertson, newly appointed Director-General of the BRC, and John Clare, who recently stood down after 13 years as Chief Executive of DSG International, the parent company for Dixons, Currys and PC World.

Market analyst GfK will take a look at current trends, and Richard Hammond, a leading Marketing Consultant will provide practical advice on how independents can improve their business in today’s challenging economic climate.

Danny Churchill, a Director of the Digital TV Group, and Mike Chandler, Managing Director of ASTRA (GB) Ltd will give their thoughts on the ever-changing landscape of the various digital television platforms.

Denver Hewlett, Chief Executive of Glen Dimplex Home Appliances and Jamie Lennox, Managing Director of Home-tek International Ltd will demonstrate how there is still good money to be made in the white goods market, while Chris Lucas, Sales and Marketing Director for Toshiba will examine the future of electronics.

Chaired by Geoff Woodman, former Group Field Sales Director for the Indesit Company, this year’s conference promises to be both enjoyable and informative.

Peter Mann, retra President, said: “We have secured some of the biggest names in the industry to share their expertise with independent retailers at this year’s Annual Industry Conference.

“It promises to be a fantastic event, packed with lively debates and controversial discussions. Delegates will have plenty of expert information and advice to take away and apply to their own businesses.”

The Annual Industry Conference will start on Sunday 27 April with dinner and live entertainment. During the course of the event, excursions will be available to Faro and Albufeira. Conference will close on Tuesday evening with a back tie gala dinner.

Partners will further benefit from luxurious spa treatments available at discount prices, and a special tour of the famous winery that produces Sir Cliff Richard’s wine.

The conference price, including Faro airport transfers, drinks, entertainment, most meals and five-star accommodation, is only £695 per couple.

For more information, please contact retra on 01234 269110 or email retra@retra.co.uk

The Annual Industry Conference is sponsored by:
• Alphason Designs
• ASTRA
• BISSELL
• General Domestic Appliances Ltd
• Home-Tek
• Indesit Company
• Roberts Radio
• Samsung
• Sony

For more information on the Annual Industry Conference, please contact Louise Lloyd-Jones, Communications Executive, on 01234 269110 or email louise.lloyd-jones@retra.co.uk

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