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Last Updated: 22/11/2024 10:34:41
Programme to Support Lockerbie town centre independent retailers.
Tuesday, 07 May 2013 15:16
Independent retailers in Lockerbie town centre are being encouraged to enrol in the “Let’s Talk Shop” programme, a free course of specialised Shop Doctor support.
Bill Smith, the Shop Doctor, will be delivering his informative and motivational retail master-class, “Let’s Talk Shop” workshop to retailers on the evening of Wednesday 15th May. The evening starts at 5.30pm at the Lockerbie Town Hall, and there are high hopes for a big turn out from town centre businesses. Business owners attending will have an opportunity to share ideas on how the economic vitality of independent retailers in Lockerbie can be enhanced.
In addition to the master-class, up to 14 independent retailers in the town will qualify to receive an “in store” surgery from The Shop Doctor enabling them to directly benefit from his specialised advice.
Each of the fourteen shops enrolled for the “one to one” visits will also receive a comprehensive report focused on helping to re-energise each of the individual businesses participating, and be eligible for a £500 grant towards the implementation of recommendations made by the Shop Doctor. A follow-up check-up will be arranged 12 months later.
Business Gateway are also supporting this initiative and will have experienced advisers on hand to promote the wealth of services and courses they have to offer.
Councillor Ian Carruthers, Chair of the Council’s Planning, Housing and Environment committee said: "I would encourage all independant retailers in Lockerbie to get involved in this programme. In many cases retailers don't have to spend a fortune to benefit from the Shop Dr's advice."
To register for the ‘Let’s Talk Shop’ workshop, contact the Council on 030 33 33 3000 and ask for Ash Wylie in Economic Development or email Ashlene.Wylie@dumgal.gov.uk
For further information contact: Grant Coltart, Economic Development Officer, Planning & Environment Department. Tel No 01387 260327 or email grant.coltart@dumgal.go.uk
Issued by: Communications Unit, Council Offices, English St, Dumfries Tel 01387 260331
Bill Smith, the Shop Doctor, will be delivering his informative and motivational retail master-class, “Let’s Talk Shop” workshop to retailers on the evening of Wednesday 15th May. The evening starts at 5.30pm at the Lockerbie Town Hall, and there are high hopes for a big turn out from town centre businesses. Business owners attending will have an opportunity to share ideas on how the economic vitality of independent retailers in Lockerbie can be enhanced.
In addition to the master-class, up to 14 independent retailers in the town will qualify to receive an “in store” surgery from The Shop Doctor enabling them to directly benefit from his specialised advice.
Each of the fourteen shops enrolled for the “one to one” visits will also receive a comprehensive report focused on helping to re-energise each of the individual businesses participating, and be eligible for a £500 grant towards the implementation of recommendations made by the Shop Doctor. A follow-up check-up will be arranged 12 months later.
Business Gateway are also supporting this initiative and will have experienced advisers on hand to promote the wealth of services and courses they have to offer.
Councillor Ian Carruthers, Chair of the Council’s Planning, Housing and Environment committee said: "I would encourage all independant retailers in Lockerbie to get involved in this programme. In many cases retailers don't have to spend a fortune to benefit from the Shop Dr's advice."
To register for the ‘Let’s Talk Shop’ workshop, contact the Council on 030 33 33 3000 and ask for Ash Wylie in Economic Development or email Ashlene.Wylie@dumgal.gov.uk
For further information contact: Grant Coltart, Economic Development Officer, Planning & Environment Department. Tel No 01387 260327 or email grant.coltart@dumgal.go.uk
Issued by: Communications Unit, Council Offices, English St, Dumfries Tel 01387 260331
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