International expansion, maximising profits, and managing rising costs are some of the top issues facing today’s retail finance director.

This one day summit is designed to give you realistic insight into the economic outlook and the tools you need to make strategic, forward thinking business decisions. 

You will learn from the best retailers and experts in the field, providing you with strategies for success. 

In an intensely competitive retail market, providing customers with a differentiated offer and improved customer service is essential to winning customers from your competitors.

Have the right strategies in place, and your business can emerge from the market downturn a clear winner.

"An extremely interesting day of honest finance comparisons"


Andrew Stoodley, Director of Finance, Comet

Latest speakers announced:

  • Eamonn O'Hare, UK Finance Director, Tesco

  • Hamish Mansbridge, Finance Director, The White Company

They will be joined by 11 other retail experts including:

  • Steve Robinson, CEO, M and M Direct

  • Paul Fowler, Finance Director, Ben Sherman

  • Trevor Williams, Chief Economist, Lloyds TSB Corporate Markets

  • Angus Thirlwell, Co-founder & CEO, Hotel Chocolat

  • Tim Williams, Finance & IT Director, Long Tall Sally

  • Jeremy Collins, Head of Retail Development, John Lewis

  • John Sutherland, Head of Property, Ann Summers