Retail Speakers
Retail is one of the most dynamic and demanding sectors in business. Consumer expectations are shifting, digital channels are changing how people buy, and competition for loyalty has never been sharper.
If you are looking to book retail speakers who can help your audience navigate this landscape, our retail expert speakers are selected for their commercial experience, strategic thinking and ability to deliver insight that sticks. They cover everything from customer experience and omnichannel strategy to supply chain innovation and the future of the high street, whether you are planning an industry conference, leadership event or team session.
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E E: £2k-£5k Joe is the former Head of Brand at innocent who was instrumental in establishing the company as one of the most engaged and loved brands in the UK.
A A: £25k and over Johnny 'Cupcakes' Earle is an award-winning entrepreneur & brand hysteria expert who inspires cult-like loyalty through his world-renowned tee-shirt company 'Johnny Cupcakes'.
B B: £15k- £25k The Vice Chairman and Head of Portfolio Businesses at Terra Firma and the former CEO of J Sainsburys PLC, Justin King harbours a wealth of retail industry knowledge spanning a successful 30-year career.
C C: £10k-£15k Ken Hughes is Europe’s leading Consumer & Shopper behaviouralist.
A A: £25k and over Ken Segall, the design and creativity guru who named the i-Mac and initiated the i-frenzy, is a highly respected keynote speaker and author.
D D: £5k-£10k Kevin Gaskell is a globally recognised turnaround expert and former MD of Porsche and BMW. He has built and revitalised companies, generating over £3 billion in shareholder value, and is a sought-after keynote speaker. He is acclaimed for his transformative leadership and achievements in diverse sectors worldwide.
E E: £2k-£5k Martyn Dawes, founder of Coffee Nation and entrepreneur was always destined to do things his own way. As a keynote speaker he is inspirational and charismatic.
B B: £15k- £25k 'Queen of Shops' Mary Portas is recognised as a leading retail marketing guru having worked with brands such as Harvey Nichols, Harrods, Top Shop and Miss Selfridge to name but a few.
C C: £10k-£15k Following the immense success of Firebox, Michael shares his success stories. A young and gifted entrepreneur, Michael's keynote speech is fun and enthusiastic.
D D: £5k-£10k Nick Wheeler is Founder and Managing Director of Charles Tyrwhitt Shirts, the leading mail order clothes company.
D D: £5k-£10k Renowned for his work at the Dome & EuroDisney, PY heads up the Xscape retail complex and has a wealth of business knowledge to share as a keynote speaker.
E E: £2k-£5k Peter Avis is a multi-award-winning General Manager and customer service consultant with over 25 years’ international experience in the hospitality sector. In a career that has seen him launch high-end restaurants and some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, Peter’s rise through the hospitality industry, from dishwasher to 2009 winner of the UK Restaurant Manager of the Year, epitomizes the power of hard work and humility, along with a continued pursuit for exceptional quality and high standards.
POA POA: Contact Us Entrepreneur Peter Jones of Dragon's Den is one of the leading television business celebrities of today.
A A: £25k and over Rebecca Minkoff is an industry leader in accessible luxury handbags, accessories, footwear, and apparel. Her brand can be spotted in hundreds of stores around the world, popular among young women and celebrities alike.
E E: £2k-£5k Entrepreneur Ricky Walters opened his own part salon, part cocktail bar Salon64 in 2017 and already it has won numerous awards and is paving the way for not only salons, but businesses alike.
E E: £2k-£5k After being orphaned in 2004, when they tragically lost their mother and father in the Boxing Day tsunami, brothers Rob & Paul created the footwear brand Gandys and the Orphans for Orphans movement in their parents’ name.
E E: £2k-£5k Roger Saul is the founder of iconic British fashion brand Mulberry, which he built from a £500 start-up into a global leader in luxury leather goods. Today, he's a sought-after speaker on entrepreneurship, brand building and sustainability, inspiring audiences to rethink success and lead with purpose.
E E: £2k-£5k Safia Minney, MBE, is an award-winning social entrepreneur and internationally recognised for the company she founded, People Tree, the pioneer of sustainable fashion.
C C: £10k-£15k Sahar Hashemi, founder of Coffee Republic, is an internationally recognised thought leader on encouraging entrepreneurial behaviour in big companies.
C C: £10k-£15k Sarah Willingham is founder and CEO of Nightcap Group, the award-winning hospitality company behind The Cocktail Club, Dirty Martini, and Brighton i360. A former Dragons' Den investor and the entrepreneur who transformed Bombay Bicycle Club into the UK's largest Indian restaurant chain, she has also led international expansion for Pizza Express and Planet Hollywood.
POA POA: Contact Us Scott Bedbury is the marketing genius who helped pioneer the Starbucks and Nike brands and who engineered their phenomenal growth as brands. He is a warm and dynamic speaker.
D D: £5k-£10k Simon Calver is the former CEO of Mothercare and LOVE FiLM. His entrepreneurial spirit and personal success combine to establish a truly inspirational and charismatic keynote speaker.
D D: £5k-£10k One of the UK’s leading business figures, and an expert on customer service, leadership, and business strategy, Sir Stuart Hampson was chairman of the John Lewis Partnership for 14 years.
B B: £15k- £25k Stuart Rose is a stalwart of business, a leading authority in retail and management. His track record in turning around struggling retailers is indisputable.
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Advice & FAQs about Retail Speakers
Submit your event details via our enquiry form. The more information you can share about the audience, the aims and objectives of the session and the overall event, the easier it will be for our team to recommend the perfect retail speaker. Either way, we’ll get back to you within an hour to guide you on availability, fees, and how the speaker can tailor their talk to your audience.
Our retail speakers explore how businesses can adapt to changing consumer behaviour, innovate in product and service delivery, and build strong customer relationships. Talks are often filled with practical examples, market insights, and actionable strategies that help teams stay competitive.
Yes. Retail speakers frequently link their insights to business performance, leadership, digital transformation, and brand growth, making lessons valuable for both front-line staff and senior executives.
They’re great for conferences, product launches, corporate workshops, or team briefings. Retail speakers energise audiences, provide actionable insight, and inspire innovative thinking that attendees can apply immediately.
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