The British Independent Retailers Association (bira) will be holding our annual National Conference
Published 25th January 2016
The British Independent Retailers Association (bira) will be holding our annual National Conference and Awards Dinner at the Chateau Impney in Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire on Wednesday 11th May 2016.
The inspiring and educational event for independent retailers and suppliers who serve the independent trade, will encompass a number of high calibre speakers that will explore the most current trends for creating a sustainable future for retail businesses. Collaboration with other retailers to create ‘destinations’ for shoppers will be key to sustaining businesses for the future, as well as exploring new digital technologies and how to embrace them within a bricks and mortar environment.
Alan Hawkins, CEO of bira said: “With so many developments within retail we know the importance of making sure our members are as fully informed as they need to be, to face the challenges and opportunities that this new age of retail creates.
“Our Conference is put on purely to support our members, whether they are an established retailer, a new start-up or an associate partner. It will offer a good value, informative and enjoyable day with practical content to take away and use. With plenty of time to share common ground with peers and to listen and learn, we know our guests won’t be disappointed.”
More information will be released in due course but please follow @biraofficial on Twitter for updates in the meantime.
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