retra conference 2010 a real success

retra, the radio, electrical and television retailers’ association, has hailed its 50th annual conference as a real success, with anticipation already mounting for next year’s!

Held at The ICC, Birmingham, retra’s 2010 conference welcomed a wide variety of expert speakers from an array of manufacturers, associations and retailers, with topics ranging from 3DTV to making the most of market towns. Speakers were invited to give talks centred around the conference theme ‘Performance for Profit’.

The conference was split over the two days, with a gala dinner after the first session. Delegates enjoyed a stunning four-course meal, as well as entertainment, which included a performance by the Opera Babes.

Shaun Barrett, retra President, and the organiser of this year’s conference, says: “I am very pleased that this year’s conference was such a success, and hope that the delegates found the speakers as informative and interesting as I did.

“I have received a lot of positive feedback already, and would like to thank all the speakers for the advice and information they gave. I am already looking forward to next year!”

Bryan Lovewell, Chief Executive of retra, adds: “Shaun has done a great job with this year’s conference. A fantastic selection of expert speakers, who offered practical and real opportunities for improving profit through performance. Well done Shaun!”

Next year’s conference will be held at the Wyndham Grand, London Chelsea Harbour, on 11th April 2011.

For more information on retra membership, and the 2011 conference, please call retra on 01234 269110 or email retra@retra.co.uk

Ends

10th May 2010

For further press information please contact:

Jacqueline or Sarah

JM Marketing

Tel: 01536 414555

Email: Jacqueline@jmmarketingservices.co.uk

Email: Sarah@jmmarketingservices.co.uk

Categories

Archives

Recent Posts

  • Instantor Press System Now Available at Spinks
    In Instantor
    Instantor has increased the availability of its market-leading press solutions by partnering with AE Spink Ltd., known in the trade as Spinks. Established in 1926, the same year as Instantor, Spinks is a family-run business that operates four plumbing and heating branches, two building supplies and brick centres, three bathroom showrooms, and a dedicated renewables centre. […]
  • Simon Acres Group Shares Industry Action Plan Following KBB Futures Roundtable
    In Simon Acres Group Limited
    Specialist recruitment consultancy and online training provider, Simon Acres Group Limited, unveils the outcomes from the second edition of its KBB Futures roundtable event. With InstallerSHOW as the Associate Host, the discussion was chaired by Amanda Hughes and sponsored by Blanco and Trojan Baths. KBB Futures brought manufacturers, retailers, industry associations and other inspiring leaders together to address the skills gap, improve recruitment, strengthen retention and foster meaningful collaboration across a fragmented industry. […]
  • Instantor Celebrates 100 Years of Innovation at InstallerShow 2026
    In Instantor
    Instantor, market-leaders in press solutions, marked its 100th anniversary at InstallerSHOW 2026, commemorating a century of innovation. The company, which invented and patented the original brass compression fitting in 1926, showcased it’s latest plumbing and heating ranges. The stand was the biggest in Instantor’s history, providing a platform to celebrate the milestone with an interactive game that gave installers the opportunity to win a brand new press tool. Stand 5D22 also featured a special 100 year celebration wall and video to showcase key moments throughout the company’s history, plus a visitor bar serving refreshments each afternoon. […]
  • Instantor Inside to Provide OEMs with Expertly Engineered Solutions
    In Instantor
    Instantor, market-leaders in press solutions, has brought its proven OEM engineering services under a new ‘Instantor Inside’ brand. The company, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026, has been working in partnership with other plumbing and heating product manufacturers for many years to proactively solve their engineering challenges. […]
  • Instantor R-Press Fittings Now Available Through RSL GROUP Wholesalers
    In Instantor
    Instantor, market-leaders in press solutions, has expanded its network of stockists for its R-Press fittings, providing ACR installers with a safer and faster way to join pipework. The innovative range is now available through RSL GROUP Wholesalers, who specialise in supplying air conditioning, refrigeration, heat pump, tools and accessory products to the trade. […]