Join us for "Diaries of a Marketplace Seller" with Andrew Steel, E-commerce Director of Charles Bentley. Discover how this 160-year-old family business in Loughborough thrives on platforms like Tesco, B&Q, Amazon, and their own website. Gain insights into marketplace strategies, retail media, and ecommerce optimisation. Don't miss this chance to learn from a leading expert in the field!

The Big Fat Leicester eCom Lunch

We are delighted to welcome Andrew Steel, Ecommerce Director of Charles Bentley, to share his invaluable insights in an engaging talk titled "Diaries of a Marketplace Seller."
Charles Bentley, a renowned family-run business based in Loughborough, has been manufacturing high-quality brushes for 160 years. This legacy brand has seamlessly adapted to modern retail dynamics, successfully selling through multiple renowned retailers and marketplaces, including Tesco, B&Q, Amazon, and their own website, charlesbentley.com.

Andrew's extensive experience in navigating the complex landscape of online marketplaces and retail media, positions him as a leading authority on ecommerce strategies. His talk promises to be a captivating exploration of the challenges and triumphs encountered in the digital marketplace.

Andrew will cover some of these topics, leaving time at the end for a Q&A, where you can pick his brain!

1. Our digital transformation - from legacy manufacturing business to omnichannel innovators
2. Selling across multiple marketplaces
3. Retail Media and emerging platforms
4. Optimising Sales and best practices for managing listings and customer feedback
5. Pro's and cons of selling on marketplaces vs selling on your own website

Join us for an insightful session as Andy Steel delves into the dynamic world of ecommerce, sharing practical advice and real-world experiences that can benefit businesses of all sizes.