About this event
Over the past 9 months, the BRC, PwC UK and The MBS Group have come together to examine the state of diversity and inclusion in the UK retail sector. Now, we are delighted to invite you to the launch of our report: Diversity and Inclusion in UK Retail: Where are we now and what comes next?
This flagship report provides a true reflection of the current state of diversity and inclusion in UK Retail, bringing together an analysis of diversity in senior leadership teams from The MBS Group; a look at the employee perspective from PwC; and a challenge to the industry from the BRC.
With the view to broaden the conversation around D&I, the report looks closely at a number of areas of diversity, including gender, race and ethnicity, LGBTQ+, disability, social mobility and age. By tracking progress on these areas, as well as highlighting examples of good practice, we hope this report will play a part in driving positive change in the sector.
As well as unveiling the research, the event will mark the launch of a series of pledges from the BRC. These pledges have been agreed by retailers across the sector, all of which are committed to prioritising diversity and inclusion as they emerge from Covid-19.
Responding to the latest research and plans to move the dial, BRC Chief Executive Helen Dickinson will chair an exciting panel of guests.
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Guest speaker
Rachel Osborne Chief Executive Officer @ Ted BakerG
Rachel joined Ted Baker as CFO in 2019 from Debenhams, where she was the CFO. She became Acting CEO in December 2019 and was appointed permanent CEO in March 2020. Rachel has held senior finance, strategy and customer roles and has gained plc board experience in Dominos, Dunelm and Debenhams.
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David Wood CEO @ WickesG
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Helen Dickinson British Retail ConsortiumG
Helen leads the team and sets the strategic direction of the BRC. She joined in January 2013 and has been working with retailers for over 25 years. In 2016 she was awarded an OBE for Services to Retail.
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Sarah Miles CEO @ Feelunique.comG
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Katy Bennett Director, Diversity and Inclusion Consulting @ PwC UKG
Katy Bennett is a Director in PwC's UK People and Organisation business, where she advises firms on a range of HR, diversity, regulatory and reward issues, with a particular expertise in diversity and inclusion.
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Elliott Goldstein Managing Partner @ The MBS GroupG
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Jo Whitfield The Co-operative Group @ Chief Executive, FoodG
British Retail Consortium
Our mission is to make a positive difference to the retail industry and to the customers it serves.The go-to trade association for all UK retailers, promoting the story of retail, shaping debates and influencing the issues that matter to the industry.
BRC membership is open to UK retailers, retail-related trade associations and companies who provide services to the retail sector.
