COVID-19 Retail Workshop 30/04/2020

Venue:
Online
 
Date:
30/04/2020
 
Time:
11:00 - 13:30
 
Category:
Workshop
 

This online workshop will give practical actions retailers can take during COVID-19

This event is no longer available
 

Workshop Introduction: 

This energized 2.5 hour workshop will take a practical look at the impacts COVID-19 is having on the retail sector.  It will also showcase opportunities emerging as well as highlighting supports to deal with challenges

This workshop will also feature retail champion Bobby Kerr, who will provide inspiration and practical ideas for retail businesses to take on board.  The workshop will be led b retail expert, James Burke, and will provide practical and easy to implement solutions for those participating.

Panel of Trainers:

  • James Burke, Retail Expert
  • Yvonne Scully, Former investment banker
  • Bobby Kerr, Retail Champion and broadcaster
  • Input from your Local Enterprise Office

Target Audience:

While the word retailer will be used to promote the programme, this workshop is appropriate for any consumer facing business including cafes, pubs, restaurants, hotels, hairdressers, gyms, beauticians etc. 

Workshop Agenda:

11.00 - 11.20        James Burke.  Intro and examples of where other retailers are finding opportunities
11.20 - 11.35        LEO Representative.  Local Enterprise Office Supports
11.35 - 11.55        Yvonne Scully.  Business Continuity - Cashflow Management and Bank Schemes
11.55 - 12.05        Break
12.05 - 12.35        Bobby Kerr.  Bobby will provide his analysis of the situation and recommendations for businesses to
                              take on board in an energised and motivating session
12.35 - 13.00        James Burke.  Ten practical actions retailers can take to reinvent their proposition, and to prepare for
                              kick starting your business in the future
13.00 - 13.30        Group discussion and peer learnings.  Shared learnings from those participating on the call to help
                              each other