Calling all indie shop owners - are you ready to transform your store?

Win a £10,000+ Business Makeover tailored to unique potential!

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ARE YOU READY TO UNLOCK YOUR STORE'S FULL POTENTIAL?

Autumn Fair and Save The High Street have teamed up to launch The Retail Makeover Mission – a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to supercharge your shop with expert help, investment and industry-wide exposure. 

 

We're searching for two ambitious independent retailers who are ready to take their business to the next level. Whether you're facing challenges that need solving or simply want to elevate your already successful store, we have the right team to create the perfect plan for your unique situation. 

WHAT YOU COULD WIN?

A Complete Business Transformation Package – Worth Over £10,000! 

Two successful retailers will each receive:

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Personal Retail Expert Task Team 

Industry-leading specialists providing 20+ hours of intensive, hands-on mentoring directly in your store

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Dedicated £1,000 Buying Budget

New investment to elevate your product range with expert guidance on high-impact selections

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Store Makeover Budget 

Professional transformation of your space with hands-on visual merchandising support 

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VIP Trade Show Experience

Premium access to Autumn Fair with travel and accommodation included as well as exclusive networking opportunities 

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12 Months’ Access to Thriver

A business growth programme Powered by SaveTheHighStreet, with expert coaching and tailored support. 

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Industry-Wide PR & Marketing Exposure

Professional coverage and branded assets to showcase your transformation journey

This is a comprehensive business transformation designed to take your store exactly where it needs to go.

YOUR PERSONAL RETAIL DREAM TEAM

Imagine top retail professionals stepping into your store to transform your business – like ‘Changing Rooms’ for retail, with real transformation and real results. 

Our handpicked task team includes specialists in:

  • Visual merchandising and store design
  • Customer experience and flow optimization
  • Marketing and customer loyalty
  • Operations and efficiency
  • Buying strategies and product curation
  • Branding and digital presence

These aren't just consultants – they're industry leaders who will roll up their sleeves and work directly with you in your store to create lasting change. 

 

EVERYBODY’S A WINNER

We're committed to supporting the entire independent retail community – not just our winners – so every retailer who enters will get a FREE comprehensive retail health check via Save The High Street’s Thriver platform. But that's just the beginning of how we're supporting you. 

All entrants will also receive:

🧰  Expert-Created Toolkits

Practical resources and guides developed by our specialist task team, covering everything from visual merchandising to customer retention strategies 

🤝  Exclusive 1-2-1 Expert Appointments

Book personal consultations with our retail specialists when you visit Autumn Fair, giving you direct access to industry-leading advice tailored to your specific needs. (First come, first serve!). 

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We want to celebrate ambitious independent retailers who are:

 

  • Ready for change and excited to embrace new opportunities
  • Passionate about growth whether solving challenges or reaching new heights
  • Willing to showcase their business and share their journey
  • Committed to working with our expert team to achieve their goals
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Whether you're looking to solve specific problems or simply want to take your store to extraordinary new levels, we have the expertise to create the right plan for you.

READY TO STAND OUT ON THE HIGH STREET?

 

📅  Entries open: June 10th ⏳ Deadline: June 30th

 

Your business deserves this investment. We've assembled the tools, the team, and the expertise. Now we just need YOU.

 

Enter Now and Tell Us:

 

What's the biggest opportunity your retail business wants to tackle next?

 

Whether it's solving challenges like rising costs or competition, or pursuing growth opportunities like expanding your customer base, optimizing your product mix, or enhancing your store experience – we want to understand your goals so we can help you achieve them.

 

ENTER THE RETAIL MAKEOVER MISSION

 

ENTRY FORM

Just a few quick questions to get to know your business – the entry can be completed in 5 mins!

Optional Video: Have a link ready if you'd like to share a short video (30-60 seconds) of you in your store. Just introduce yourself, your team, and what makes your shop special. Don't worry about fancy editing – we simply want to see your store and meet you!

 

By entering, you agree to our [Terms & Conditions].

 

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