Professor Marianne Lewis, Dean, Cass Business School, and Marty Wikstrom will discuss Marty’s illustrious career and learning in the retailing and luxury goods industries.

Marty Wikstrom’s leadership experience is truly extraordinary. Recently inducted into the World Retail Congress Hall of Fame, her leadership achievements include President of Nordstrom’s Full Line Stores Group, Managing Director of Harrods, CEO of Richemont Fashion and Accessories, and Founding Partner of Atelier Fund, specialising in the acquisition and development of luxury brands.

Topics for discussion will include:

• Marty’s career to date – what are the most important leadership lessons that she has learned along the way
• Relationship building and networking in the age of digital and social media
• Dealing with challenges, paradoxes and tensions in the fashion, luxury goods and retailing industries
• Marty’s advice for Cass women keen to develop their careers and build their leadership experience