Australia’s retail heavyweights will join forces to share their expertise at the Reed Gift Fairs Retail Summit 2008.
This years Retail Summit has a great line-up of inspirational, hands-on speakers who will share their knowledge and experiences to help you:
- better manage your business
- motivate your staff
- be an industry trend-setter
Details
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22 - 23 September 2008 |
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Star Room, Darling Harbour
(above the Ice Cube and Meat & Wine Co restaurants, next door to Imax Theatre) |
| Costs: |
| 1 Session |
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| Early Bird Rate $250 |
Standard Rate $350 |
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| 2 Sessions |
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| Early Bird Rate $400 |
Standard Rate $600 |
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| 3 Sessions |
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| Early Bird Rate $550 |
Standard Rate $850 |
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*Early Bird rates apply until 29 August 2008 | |
Day 1 - Strategic Retail Business Conference
MORNING SESSION
| 9.15am |
What Great Retailers Do - How to Make Your Shop a Winner
David Jenkin
Most retail owners give little attention to practising a clearly stated culture or set of values. Yet, in research it shows up as one of the most enduring indicators of retail success. David will give specific case-study examples of the “power for success” (for single or multi-store retailers) of a well identified culture; and explain how you will benefit from developing your own. |
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| 10.15am |
What are the Clues, Buzzwords & Other Indicators in Understanding Trend Forecasting, Including Going Green Sustainability
Kate Perkins
Kate has 20 years experience in homeware product development and buying and working for some of Australia’s largest retailers including Grace Bros, Big W and Freedom. An avid observer of social, environmental and industry trends, Kate will present her thoughts on the most significant global trends and their likely affect on consumers and products in the year ahead. |
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| 11.15am |
What are the Key Ingredients to Motivating Your Staff
Frida Kordovoulos
Many business owners and managers struggle with how to find the right people and retain them. Holding onto good staff requires intentional planning and a commitment to implementing training and staff development. This presentation looks at the role and influence of the owner or manager in creating an atmosphere that draws the best out of people. |
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| 12.00pm |
Discover the Importance of Developing a Brand Image & Marketing Plan for Your Retail Store
Michelle Gamble
Powerful brands create strong customer loyalty which in turn provides protection against competitive activity. This presentation will unveil the Marketing Angels approach to branding and how your retail usiness can benefit from applying some simple brand principles. |
AFTERNOON SESSION
| 1.45pm |
The Retail Doctor - Seven Steps to Retail Fitness
Brian Walker
The Seven Steps To Retail Fitness is the theme of this presentation with a strong focus on the transformation of retail strategy to action. This ‘how to’ session will include both case studies and benchmarks to illustrate the steps to getting your business ‘Fit for Business’. |
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| 2.30pm |
How to Finance Your Business for Growth in Today’s Retail Climate
David Wilson
Retail business today is more than buying product and selling it to the customer. The retailer now needs to broaden their skills to understand other profit and cost centres within their business and the wider community. This session will piece together the jigsaw of how it is done in 2008 which you can implement straight away. |
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| 3.15pm |
Know What Will Sell – A Retailer’s Guide to Successful Buying
Debra Templar
Every piece of merchandise is important to the success of a retail shop. Too much merchandise will stay there longer looking over crowded. Eventually you will have to discount, reducing your profits. If you have too little merchandise, your shop will look empty. Debra will show you how to buy mechandise, negotiate the best price, price your merchandise for maximum profits, and for you to finally recognise when enough is enough. |
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| 4.15pm |
Loss Prevention – Shining the Spotlight on Shoplifting
Mike Ramsay
Retail theft forms part of the largest crime category in Australia, costing businesses more than $4 billion each year. On behalf of ARA Security Services, Director of Charter Security Mike Ramsay will shed light on the many ways for gift retailers to stop shoplifters in their tracks and improve their bottom line. |
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| 5.00pm |
Key Note Round Table
E-Tailing and Retailing – How to Assess the Impact of Web Technology in a Retail Business
In meeting the growing consumer demand for convenience shopping on the internet, it is crucial in identifying possible areas of growth for your business and strategies for capturing niche markets. Knowing how to assess the impact of web technology will create massive growth opportunities for your business. David Wilson will facilitate this session, with brainstorming and networking with the delegates. |
Day 2 - Small Business Workshop
WORKSHOP SESSION
(Suitable for businesses that have been in business for 3 years or less)
This innovative program is specifically designed for businesses that have recently commenced or are considering commencing to equip them with the information you need to have the best opportunity to have a successful business.
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