Spring Fair, the UK’s largest home, gift, and fashion trade show, is launching a new ‘Retail Insights’ podcast series ahead of its 75th anniversary. The event, set for February 2-5, 2025, at NEC Birmingham, celebrates the retail industry by sharing stories and expertise from business leaders. The podcast series, hosted by iconic designer Jeff Banks CBE, features interviews with 15 industry figures over 14 weeks starting October 20.
The series, available on platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube, was created to give back to the retail community. Featuring topics like brand reinvention, store growth, and business longevity, the discussions aim to inspire and support retail businesses of all sizes.
Spring Fair's Event Director, Soraya Gadelrab, emphasized that the podcast is aimed at retail professionals, catering to both newcomers and established businesses. She highlighted the goal of honoring the community that has shaped Spring Fair, while also offering valuable insights to support retail success.
Jeff Banks praised Spring Fair's legacy, noting its role in the success of his designer collaborations. The first episode features Nick Ronald of Casa Verde, discussing the vital role Spring Fair played in growing his business.
The podcast is designed to offer ‘money-can’t-buy’ insights for retail professionals, helping them thrive in the ever-evolving trade show and retail environment.
