Day 2: Building more resilient supply chains

Our second masterclass will help you make informed decisions on the solutions to build more resilient supply chains, how to align your talent with tech via digital skills and how to meet the sustainability agenda without piling costs onto the consumer.

9.30am-9.35am
Welcome from Ian Shepherd, Chair, Bensons for Beds, and Retail Consultant

9.35am-10.15am
Ripping up the rulebook: the changes required for resilient supply chains
Panel discussion. Speakers include:
Nigel Lahiri, General Manager EMEA, GreyOrange
Chris McShane, Managing Director, Halfords Mobile Expert, and President, Avayler
Nick Glynne, Chief Executive, Buy It Direct Group
Megan Dunsby, Commercial Content Editor, Retail Week

10.15am-10.40am
Talent and technology: a potent mix for true retail transformation
Fireside chat with:
Jon Weg, Chief Transformation Officer, Fortnum & Mason
Gerry Lavin, Chief Technology Officer, Citrix

10.45am-11.30am
Eco moves: uncovering powerful solutions to support sustainability efforts
Panel discussion. Speakers include:
Chris Gale, Head of Social Impact, eBay
Cathryn Higgs, Head of Food Policy, The Co-op
Nicole Vanderbilt, UK Managing Director, Bookshop.org
James Knowles, Head of Content Innovation, Retail Week