Taking place on 19th January in Leicester, ACS’ Forecourt, Power and Convenience conference will provide delegates with the opportunity to hear from leading forecourt retailers and a range of experts from across the industry on the opportunities and challenges faced by the sector.
The conference will look into the latest developments in the sector and explore what this means for forecourt retailing. The event will also feature a virtual tour of an EV site followed by a panel discussion.
Speakers and panellists include:
- Ed Chadwick, Director EV and Strategic Projects, Motor Fuel Group
- Sabine Benoit, Professor of Marketing, Surrey Business School
- Emma Butcher, Head of Communications, Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders
- Ian Taylor, Retail Director, SPAR UK
- David Colley, Retailer, Dale Head Community Garage
- Tanya Sinclair, Director of Policy, ChargePoint
- Edward Woodall, Government Relations Director, ACS
Findings from ACS’ 2022 Forecourt Report show that the UK forecourt sector creates over 84,000 jobs, with around one in four colleagues (23%) being in the business for more than 10 years
ACS chief executive James Lowman said: “The forecourt sector plays a vital role in our local communities and to the wider economy. Over the past few years we’ve seen these businesses evolve and adapt as a result of new technology, political developments and changing consumer needs.
“This event provides the perfect opportunity for us to shine a spotlight on this agile and innovative sector through discussions with industry experts and first-hand accounts from forecourt retailers.”
To book your place, visit https://www.acs.org.uk/events/forecourt-power-and-convenience-conference
