Retail Ready: Croydon

We help people turn their good ideas into great businesses with expert advice, peer support and a campaigning voice.Find out more:www.enterprisenation.com

Enterprise Nation

Join us for a high-energy event of expert panels, networking, and practical tips to boost your retail business.

Beatbox room, BoxPark

<p>Step into a morning of inspiration, connection and practical knowhow designed to power up your retail business. Expect expert panels, local networking and actionable tips you can put into play straight away.</p><h2>About Enterprise Nation</h2><p>Enterprise Nation is the UK's most active small business network, helping thousands of people turn their good idea into a great business. <a href="https://www.enterprisenation.com/sign-up/member/?utm_medium=web&utm_source=eventbrite&utm_campaign=member_signup&utm_content=lunchandlearn_event_page" title="https://www.enterprisenation.com/sign-up/member/?utm_medium=web&utm_source=eventbrite&utm_campaign=member_signup&utm_content=lunchandlearn_event_page" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Join today</a> to get everything you need to start and grow your small business, in one place.</p>

Agenda

Kick things off with local refreshments, coffee and conversation.

Arrival and networking

Quick-win tactics to boost revenue in the next 60 days. Meet the panellists:

Christhl Scharing – Sales & Growth Strategist
Former Liberty and Diesel leader, Christhl now helps founders sharpen sales strategies, enter new markets, and build strong growth foundations.

Anne-Sophie Martin-Kukah – Brand & Marketing Expert
Founder of The Ascents Group, Anne-Sophie crafts bold brand and marketing strategies that drive rapid growth for startups and global companies alike.

Alexander Gede – Ecommerce Specialist
A Shopify Partner, Alexander helps small businesses boost sales with high-performing websites and smart social media strategies.

Maximise the moment

Explore the online tools, marketplaces and AI solutions that drive sales conversions. 

Hosted by Caroline McQueen - Caroline blends her background as an actor and model with deep digital expertise to help fashion and beauty brands stand out online. As founder of Impulsiv®, she specialises in Shopify, content creation, and storytelling that turns browsers into loyal customers. In this session, she’ll share practical tools, marketplaces, and AI solutions that drive real sales conversions.

Digital support for sales

Strategies for keeping physical retail competitive, connected and community-driven. Explore how today’s retail leaders are blending creativity, community, and strategy to keep the high street thriving. Discover how today’s retail leaders keep the high street thriving through creativity, community, and strategy. Sophie Eglin, founder of Market & Me, helps small business owners make confident decisions and build sustainable growth. Alexander Pemberton, Managing Director of Socios Inc Ltd, empowers entrepreneurs to turn ideas into thriving ventures. Priscilla Agyemang, co-founder of Creates UK, helps retail and e-commerce brands grow through authentic storytelling and engaging social media campaigns.

High street, high impact

Meet Croydon-based makers and founders and discover their products up close. Think Pieces, founded by Christina, turns money lessons into fun, hands-on puzzles and activities that help children build confidence with earning, saving, and spending. Charm Me Creations, founded by Khalifa Jones, brings personality to every pair of Crocs with unique Jibbitz charms — from cartoon favourites to custom designs — plus one of the quickest turnaround services for fully personalised Crocs for adults and kids alike. Bisade Cakes, founded by Bisola Adekoye, creates show-stopping cakes that wow with both beauty and flavour, delivering extraordinary designs and unforgettable taste for every occasion.

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