Retail Industry Trends - 2026. Retail is changing FAST!

Retail is moving fast — and it can feel like whiplash trying to keep up with every new trend, tool, and headline. But here's the thing: as a small or independent retailer, you don't need to know everything. You just need the right information, filtered through the lens of what actually matters for your business.

In this episode, I'm sharing everything you need to know about Retail Roar 2026 — my free two-day online industry outlook summit taking place on 26th and 27th March — and why I believe it's the most important shortcut you can take as an independent retailer or brand this year.

You'll hear about:

1. Why staying on top of industry trends actually protects both your business and your peace of mind
2. The line between useful information and overwhelming noise — and how to find it
3. How understanding the current consumer mindset can change how you stock, market, and sell
4. The headline speaker I spent three years trying to book: the legendary Mary Portas
5. Expert sessions on email marketing, SEO, AI search, wholesale trends, marketing strategy, and the future of the high street

The expert lineup includes:

1. Mary Portas — retail legend, broadcaster, and champion of independent retail
2. Eman Ismail — email strategist on what's changing in email for 2026
3. Vee Roberts (Insights for Marketing) — marketing strategy and trends
4. Luke Carthy — SEO and AI search, and what your website needs to do differently
5. Therese Oertenblad (Small Business Collaborative) — wholesale trends and how to get seen
6. Ian Nicholson (Vacant Shops Academy) — placemaking and what makes a great high street

This isn't fluffy. It's information for action — curated specifically for small and independent retailers and brands, so you can stop guessing and start planning with confidence.

Get your free ticket at retailroar.co.uk

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