Renowned for his honest opinions on retail challenges and opportunities, Robert Dyas owner and retail entrepreneur Theo Paphitis is back in conversation on the Inspiring Retail Stage at Autumn Fair (September 5-8). The live interview with the former TV ‘dragon’ and founder of #SBS Small Business Sunday takes place at 3pm on Tuesday September 7.
“After many months of making the best of the virtual world, this Autumn Fair is another sign that retail is getting back on its feet and people are wanting to attend live shows,” comments Theo. “It is always a much-anticipated event for my #SBS Small Business Sunday winners, and an opportunity for them to further blossom as a business. I’m delighted to be attending once again, anticipating the live buzz of the event, talking about retail and, of course, visiting the #SBS Pavilion.”
Autumn Fair’s head of content Suzanne Ellingham reflects: “The last 18 months have left their mark on all retailers. However, with all change comes opportunity, and the chance to change the way that consumers think about retail. We are excited to welcome retail entrepreneur Theo Paphitis to the Inspiring Retail Stage to discuss some of the big questions around how independent retailers, who are potentially positioned to come out of this period stronger than ever, take advantage this period of change.”
She adds: “From how they stay on top of consumers evolving expectations, and why they need to double down on the service, no question is off limits in this frank and honest discussion with World Retail Congress editor and Forbes contributor Mark Faithful.”
- To view the full seminar programme visit autumnfair.com/seminar-programme-2021 or pre-register and download the official Autumn Fair App www.autumnfair.com/show-app-visitor.
- Autumn Fair’s kitchenware and tableware exhibitors include Cushy Paws, Joe Davies, Lesser & Pavey, Naturally Med, My Gifts Trade, Quail, Sass & Belle, The Beeswax Company and Zoom Imports & Distribution.
Top: Theo shared a photo with a small homewares business owner in the Small Business Sunday Pavilion at of Autumn Fair 2019.
