This event is restricted to CEOs or their designated delegates of BRC's retail members.


During the event, we will explore the CEO’s people challenges of driving productivity, evolving operating models and leading through transformation in more detail.

Following the Forum (3-6pm), Simon Roberts, CEO of Sainsbury's, will share his views and we’ll have the chance to chat over drinks (6-8pm). 

Hear from...

  • Helen Dickinson OBE

    Chief Executive

    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.

    Helen is passionate about diversity and inclusion in retail, she acts as the BRC’s Social Mobility Commission ambassador and was previously the Chair of Working Chance, a charity helping women offenders find employment. She is on the advisory board for Pennies, a charity which offers digital charity boxes to businesses, and was previously UK Head of Retail at KPMG.