BRC Leaders Summer School: In-Person
June - July 2026 | Covent Garden, London
Is the In-Person Pathway right for you?
Our Summer School in-person programme is crafted for retail professionals who thrive on immersive, face-to-face experiences to spark creativity, apply to real-world experiences, and connect you with peers across retail.
Whether you're leading transformation, shaping strategy, or building high-performing teams, our in-person pathway offers a dynamic environment for growth.
But our in-person platform doesn’t stop at the classroom door: we combine energising in-person sessions with our self-paced online learning platform, Thrive, so you harness the benefits of both – contributing to real-world applicable, career-long success.
What You’ll Gain
Balanced Decision-Making
Learn to balance the conflicts of People, Planet, Profit, and Purpose to make confident, values-led business decisions.
Self-Aware, Adaptive Leadership
Strengthen conscious leadership through purposeful reflection that drives understanding and responsiveness to diverse needs.Inclusive Team Building
Create teams where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their best.
Resilience Through Change
Build the skills to lead yourself and others through disruption with confidence and agility.
Confidence to Drive Positive Change
Feel empowered to elevate experiences and inspire meaningful business transformation.
Strategic Innovation
Design and deliver impactful strategies that drive change and consider the bigger picture.
Programme Designers
At a Glance
Onboarding: Preparing to Unlearn
Method: Self-Led online learning
Duration: 1.5 hours
Content:
- Digital Onboarding to the BRC Leaders Summer School
- Understand the current complex context of retail
- Conscious Leadership Exploration – Learn to lead in the here and now
Week 1-2 (In-Person: 1 Day): Conscious Connecting
Method: In-person at The Form Rooms, London
Duration: 7 hours
Content:
- Welcome Event
- Understand the Political, Economical and Social aspects of retail
- Explore the potential of a ‘radical retail’ for the future with your coaching group
- Learn how to understand and develop your conscious leadership
Optional Self-Led online learning:
- Conscious Leadership: Self Awareness and the Johari window
- The Self-Aware Leader module
Week 3-4 (In-Person: 1 Day): Disruptive Immersion
Method: In-person at The Form Rooms, London
Duration: 7 hours
Content:
- Understand the systems within which retail exists
- Explore the relationship between retail and the Planet
- Transitioning from treating people as ‘human capital’ to ‘human kind’
- Apply learning in real-time situations through the Business Simulator
Optional Self-Led online learning:
- Conscious Leadership: The Inner and Outer Journey
- Teams That Fit Together module
Week 5-6 (In-Person: 1 Day): Bridging the Gap
Method: In-person at The Form Rooms, London
Duration: 8 hours
Content:
- Consider different perspectives on organisational growth and success
- Gain insights into ‘profit beyond money’
- Apply leadership concepts practically in retail
- Discover how AI and advanced technology can enhance retail, its people and ecosystems
- Learn to foster safe spaces for challenging conversations in retail and leadership
- Apply learning in real-time situations through the next round of the Business Simulator
Optional Self-Led online learning:
- Conscious Leadership: Above and Below the line
- Leading through Ambiguity and Change module
Week 7-8 (In-Person: 1 Day): Resourcing Leadership
Method: In-person at The Form Rooms, London
Duration: 8 hours
Content:
- Explore the values that shape your leadership
- Explore your sense of purpose
- Reflect on your mission as a leader
- Find ways to support the wellbeing of yourself and your team
- Experience nature as a way to resource your leadership
- Apply learning in real-time situations through the next round of the Business Simulator
Optional Self-Led online learning:
- Conscious Leadership: Me to We
Week 9-10 (In-Person: 1 Day): Meaningful Action
Method: In-person at The Form Rooms, London
Duration: 8 hours
Content:
- Reflect on your leadership learning journey
- Leverage insights gained from the shared knowledge and experience of others
- Describe how your leadership style is shaped by unlearning and relearning
- Discover how a coaching approach leads to more purposeful conversations
- Apply learning in real-time situations through the next round of the Business Simulator
Optional Self-Led online learning:
- Conscious Leadership: The 4 ways – IQ, EQ, CQ
Pricing & Details
Fast-track your career in an immersive, in-person experience: over a few weeks, you’ll gain the skills, confidence, and network to thrive in more senior roles over the next three years.
BRC Members
- £2,875 – with over 33% of participants receiving a promotion within 12 months, would you invest £55 a week in yourself to guarantee your progression by next year?
- That’s not all – our early-bird offer at £2,495 saves you nearly £400 if you book before January 2026. That’s just £48 a week invested in building the tools for your future success.
Non-BRC Members
- £3,306 – just £63.57 a week for growth that lasts.
- Early-bird offers apply – grab savings of over £400 if you book before March 2026.
- Not sure if you’re a member? Get in touch with us and we can advise you on the best path towards retail success.
By investing in your progression today, you fast-track your career progression tomorrow. In just a few weeks of focused, collaborative learning, you’ll open doors that might otherwise take years to reach.
Not 100% sure if our in-person pathway is for you? Explore our virtual learning pathway today, or get in touch with us to learn more.
FAQ's
Where is the BRC Leaders’ Summer School in-person pathway hosted?
The in-person pathway is hosted at The Form Rooms in Covent Garden, London, offering a vibrant setting for immersive learning and networking.
Is there a residential trip involved in the BRC Leaders’ Summer School?
No, the programme is non-residential. The in-person pathway includes five days of face-to-face learning at our London venue, complemented by optional online content and group sessions for flexibility.
What are the differences between the in-person and virtual pathways?
- In-Person Pathway:
- Five immersive sessions at The Form Rooms, Covent Garden.
- Access to online resources and networking opportunities.
- Virtual Pathway:
- Delivered entirely online via our Thrive learning platform.
- Flexible access from anywhere.
Both pathways deliver the same high-quality content for a consistent learning experience.
Is there still an element of online learning in the in-person pathway?
Yes. You’ll complete onboarding through our online platform and have access to optional virtual modules throughout the programme.
What does my CPD Certificate give me?
Your CPD Certificate demonstrates your commitment to professional development and can be used to evidence learning hours for career progression or industry recognition.
How do I know if BRC Summer School is the right next step for me?
If you’re looking to develop leadership skills, drive innovation, and lead with purpose in retail, this programme is designed for you. Contact us for a quick consultation to ensure it aligns with your goals.
My company isn’t a BRC Member – would I save money by joining?
Yes. Becoming a BRC Member unlocks a 15% discount on all BRC Learning programmes, plus access to exclusive member-only learning opportunities and a wide range of benefits for your organisation.Not sure if you’re a member? Contact us and we’ll confirm your membership status and guide you through the process.
Register your interest
Bookings are now OPEN.
Early-bird discount available till March 2026. Complete the form to register your interest and receive updates.