Visitors to July’s Home & Gift in Harrogate will have the opportunity to make the most of the show’s inspiring seminar programme ShopTalk, which will be presenting a roster of leading keynote speakers, masterclasses hands-on clinics and panel discussions.
The line-up includes entrepreneur, Secret Millionaire and former Dragon Piers Linney, who will be sharing his ecommerce hacks for future proofing a business on Sunday July 14. Also speaking on Sunday will be Matthew Galvin of The Galvin Brothers, Claire Yuille of the Indie Retail Academy and Louise Daniel of And So To Shop, who will be sharing their secrets to turning a creative passion into a successful business.
Speaking on Monday July 15 will be jewellery designer, socialite and reality star Rosie Fortescue, who will giving an exclusive insight into running a global lifestyle brand. In addition, author and interior designer Pearl Lowe will be taking part in an insightful Q&A with ESTILA magazine’s Karolina Barnes, where she will be sharing her five secrets for finding your niche and building a brand.
Meanwhile, on Tuesday July 16, designer Sophie Conran will be helping delegates to develop a confident approach to colour and design.
“This year, we’ve definitely upped the inspiration factor in our ShopTalk line-up, so I’d implore all visitors to make some time to sit in on a session or two—after all, the show is as much about enhancing the retail industry through shared learnings as it is about great buying opportunities,” states show director Louise Morris. “Whether you’re an independent store or a seasoned department store buyer, everyone can learn something from our programme.”
Home & Gift 2019 takes place from July 14-17 in the ground of the Majestic Hotel and Harrogate Convention Centre. Visit www.homeandgift.co.uk
Top: The speakers at July’s Home & Gift will be, from left to right, Matthew Galvin, Piers Linney and Sophie Conran.
