Championing change at Oliver Bonas
Interview with Chris Shearer-Wright
Chris, ED&I Manager at Oliver Bonas, on driving inclusive change through grassroots action and meaningful culture-building.
11 Jul 2024
Building The Secret Linen Store
Interview with Molly Freshwater
In this interview, founder Molly shares how The Secret Linen Store grew from a coffee-fuelled idea into a B Corp-certified brand championing sustainability and beautifully designed bedding.
21 Jun 2024
Sue Ryder's Chelsea window challenge
A blooming tribute to the grieving
As gardening enthusiasts prepare for the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Sue Ryder, a leading bereavement support charity in the UK, is set to launch a vibrant tribute to nature and nurturing.
26 Apr 2024
The evolving landscape of outdoor fashion
Insights
Outdoor fashion is evolving fast, as brands like Salomon, Decathlon and Adidas x Stella McCartney blend performance, style and sustainability—driven by tech, AI and changing consumer values.
19 Apr 2024
Shaping The Perfume Shop’s property future
Interview with Paul Mansell
Paul, Head of Property at The Perfume Shop, reflects on his journey from weekend retail shifts to overseeing 209 stores and championing sustainability.
20 Mar 2024
Leading Customer Experience Innovation at Signet
Interview with Jo Homer
Jo, Head of CX & Product, shares her journey from web design novice to UX leader, reflecting on her passion for customer-centric design and leading major digital transformation projects.
27 Feb 2024
DE&I trends transforming retail in 2024
Six key DE&I trends changing the face of retail in 2024, from women’s health and equal parental leave to personalised inclusion and the power of recognition.
26 Feb 2024
Four buying and merchandising trends to watch in 2024
Discover four retail trends for 2024, from AI to storytelling, with insights from Lululemon, Patagonia, Faire, and The Perfume Shop.
Belonging, leadership and building inclusive culture at IKEA
Interview with Nick Singh
Nick Singh, Deputy Market Manager at IKEA Nottingham, shares how his people-first leadership and inclusive hiring approach are shaping culture and driving change across the business.
21 Feb 2024
Inside the world of Buying at The Perfume Shop
Interview with Karla Woolley
Karla shares her journey from Oxford Street to leading the buying team at The Perfume Shop, revealing the challenges, rewards, and purpose-driven approach that make her role both impactful and inspiring.
12 Feb 2024
Loss prevention trends reshaping retail in 2024
Explore four key trends driving retail loss prevention in 2024, including rising retail crime, AI-powered security, frontline staff safety, and the collective response from retailers like Co-op, The Works, and Tesco.
08 Feb 2024
HR Trends shaping retail in 2024
Explore six HR trends shaping retail in 2024, including mental health, AI, EVP and standout strategies from Co-op, Asda, Sephora and Nike.
22 Jan 2024