BFL27 - Behind The Shop Window - Mary Portas

Mary Portas, Queen of Shops talks about her life, her career as a retail revolutionary, and why emotional connection remains central to meaningful commerce.  In her latest release, I Shop Therefore I Am, Mary takes us behind the shop window – from behind-the-scenes fashion gossip to the early lessons that have shaped her career. Told with her trademark wit, grit and candour, see first-hand how, armed only with the blank canvas of a shop window and her own creativity, Mary created a business empire that has stood the test of time.

In conversation with Alicia Carey, CEO, Hawkwood Centre for Future Thinking

Mary Portas is one of the UK’s most high-profile and innovative businesswomen. After making her name transforming Harvey Nichols into a global fashion destination, Mary launched Portas, her own creative company, with the mission to transform businesses into brands, places and spaces people want in their lives. Today her team works with clients ranging from Mercedes to Sainsbury’s. She has been a regular on our TV screens, advised the government on the future of high streets and developed a fashion label. Her proudest achievement to date is the creation of 26 Mary's Living & Giving shops for Save the Children. She is the author of Shop Girl, Work Like a Woman and Rebuild.