↓ Discover our new brand partnership with Mary Portas ↓

Mary shares our vision to bring life back to our local high streets by providing the tools and conditions to enable independent retailers and brands to thrive.

Mary will be offering her expertise and valuable insights through a series of videos, panel discussions, webinars and more.

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State of British Retail report
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Register to read our new State of British Independent Retail report and get exclusive insights into the British independent retail landscape against the backdrop of the cost-of-living crisis, a looming recession, political turmoil and the lingering effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. Discover the challenges retailers and consumers are facing and how they’re adapting to ensure businesses continue to thrive. Plus, Mary Portas shares her view on our research and calls on the government to bolster support for the independent retail industry.
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State of British Retail report
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Register to read our new State of British Retail report and get exclusive insights into the outlook of British retail ahead of Black Friday and the festive season. Discover the challenges retailers are facing and how they’re adapting, plus how consumers are planning to shop over the peak selling period. Mary also shares her view on our research and how we need to work together to support independent retailers now and in the future.
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A regular on our TV screens and radios, Mary first made her name in the industry by transforming Harvey Nichols into London’s most innovative global fashion destination.

She then went on to found her own consultancy and creative agency Portas, which works with businesses as they navigate our ever-changing retail and cultural landscape.

Mary has advised the UK government on the future of our high streets, developed two fashion labels and is the author of five books, she also hosts #1 ranking podcast, ‘The Kindness Economy’.

Mary’s proudest achievement to date is the creation of twenty-six Mary's Living & Giving Shops which have raised over £33 million for the charity Save the Children, whilst one of her latest missions is to make businesses fit for the future as co-chair of The Better Business Act.

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Summer Retail Trend Report
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In our new Summer Retail Trend Report, we’ll be revealing how retailers currently view the landscape of the British high street and the consumer mindset shifts that are creating opportunities for independent retailers to thrive. Plus, Mary shares her take on our findings and the changes that need to be made to support the independent retail industry.


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