"As fashion retailers we tend to be fairly insular
so the OSS is a
wonderful opportunity for our staff to broaden their
knowledge and meet
their peers in a stimulating and enjoyable environment.
Places at the
School are highly prized and create intense but friendly
competition
within all our teams." Derek Lovelock, Chairman, Aurora
"Without question this was the best audience I
have addressed." John Timpson CBE, Chairman, Timpsons
"The School offers its participants a unique opportunity
to step outside
their everyday role, learn with people across the retail
spectrum and
also have fun." Peter Williams, former CEO, Selfridges
"I attended the OSS and it was one of the best
weeks ever. It provides
a springboard to the top." Paul Taylor, CEO, Hilco
"The School is a retail 'self help society' which
delivers real results.
What struck me was the disciplines the School demands
- not just
from the delegates in their approach to work, but also
in dress code, punctuality, eating together, and respect
for all." Philip Newton, Former CEO, Merchant Retail Group
PAST DELEGATE COMMENTS
"A truly excellent week. I have a renewed respect and pride for retail as a business and a much greater understanding of the business as a whole."
Sarah Foulkes, Harrods
"Unbelievable value for money for all HR departments. A great package of training, networking and inspiration."Tracy Field, B&Q
"I feel privileged to have attended. It has given me an inner belief to move onto the next level within Marks & Spencer and an understanding of how to work at a higher level." David Hole, Marks & Spencer
"Amazing week - I feel privileged to have been
one of the few to experience this." Gina
Covey, Harvey Nichols
"A challenging, informative opportunity to meet a range of fantastically knowledgeable people from retail business; that would not be possible in real life." Helen Knight, Swarovski
"Hard work, challenging, empowering, inspirational and great fun... the most rewarding week I have ever spent in my working life... and I am 50!" Duncan Prior, Cornwall Farmers
"One of the most invigorating and enjoyable weeks in my 20 year career so far. This has super-charged me for the next 20." Graeme Champion, Ikea
