When Selfridges first opened its doors in 1909, it drew crowds by turning shopping into an adventure, using theatre and innovation. Bleriot’s monoplane was displayed there fresh from its maiden Channel crossing and John Logie Baird chose the store to first demonstrate television to the public.

As retail – and the role of tech within it – fast evolves, skill sets, training needs and career paths need to adapt at the same pace. In what skills must we invest to grow the retailers of tomorrow and make retail a career that attracts the very best?

Over the past five years apprenticeships have been transformed into a high-quality skills programme for learners and employers ensuring accessibility for all.

Keeping teams motivated and productive in a disparate, more virtual working environment can be difficult. It requires great leaders who know how to boost morale and create a feeling of togetherness, no matter where their teams are based. When there’s a confident leader at the helm, teams can be more productive, happy, and conflict-free.

As retailing and technology continues to evolve at a pace we’ve never experienced before, consumers of every generation are becoming far more comfortable with the digital landscape, whilst also becoming increasingly mindful of the brands they’re advocating.

This virtual event brings together experts from UK local authorities that discuss what they are doing to drive a compelling and realistic vision to guide the future of their town and how they are turning this vision into reality.

Capita has become the first business to be accredited by the Good Business Charter, a new initiative developed in partnership with the Confederation of British Industry and Trades Union Congress.

Capita has today secured Fair Tax Mark certification and joins the growing movement of responsible businesses who are proud to say what they pay with pride.

New research reveals 50% of recruitment leaders believe at least half of all skills gaps could be addressed by better use of data.

Our completely automated and engaging sales experience positions your retail business for growth with only minimal effort from you and your customers.