Future of Retail Brings Leaders Together for Honest Industry Conversations
23rd January 2026News
Last night’s Future of Retail Advisory Board session in London was a great reminder of the power of getting the right people in the room!
C-suite retail leaders openly shared what they need for the future – not just for themselves, but for their peers and the wider industry. The feedback was honest, constructive and energising, with a strong sense that something genuinely useful is taking shape.
What stood out most was the focus on being people-centred rather than performative. Creating a space where leaders can sense-check decisions, share real challenges and build trusted connections is no small thing – and it’s clearly resonating.
We’re proud that XCM is partnering alongside Voyado to support a community that’s built by retail leaders, for retail leaders. Credit to Terry Cannon and Ben Gibbins and the advisory board for shaping something that feels genuinely different – and (most importantly) grounded in reality. Also a big thank you to Luke Ibbetson and Thomas Harris for presenting on the evening, who shared a really strong perspective on both XCM and Voyado today, the decisions shaping each business, and the direction they’re taking into the future. Credit as well to everyone involved in supporting and delivering the evening – thoughtful planning, strong coordination and a clear focus on the audience made a real difference.
We are all looking forward to what comes next, and to turning last night’s insights into ‘action’!
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