INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE

2008 Westfield World Retail Study Tour

Study Tour

Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, London, Paris

In May 2008, the Westfield World Retail Study Tour will once again give Australian retailers an incredible opportunity to learn successful ideas from some of the world’s leading businessmen. You will have first hand access to their experience, their innovations and their triumphs.

As on previous tours, we will visit some of the world’s best retail destinations to witness the latest trends in shop design and retail technology. There will also be outstanding presentations from world-class retailers and workshops on the US and world retail markets, providing you with an exclusive look at the latest global trends in retail, financial management and range planning.

This year, the Study Tour will depart Sydney on May 1st then visit, Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, London, Paris, returning to Sydney on May 17th 2008.

From as little as $10,800 per person (economy class/twin share),up to $21,560.00 per person (business class/ single room), the tour offers priceless retail knowledge, unattainable anywhere else.

As attendees over the past years will tell you, the Westfield World Retail Study Tour is a learning experience which has dramatically changed the way they look at their businesses. Ian Cornell, Director Human Resources & Retailer Relations will be hosting the 2008 Study Tour along with Jack Hanrahan, Westfield Retailer Relations General Manager.

To secure one of only 40 available positions, please contact:

Robyn Burgess (02) 9358 7685 or email rburgess@au.westfield.com

Retail Excellence Workshops

Retail workshops

Westfield works with the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) to present a series of centre-based workshops for retailers.  These practical workshops will give you the tools you need to plan and implement effective strategies in areas such as visual merchandising, retail marketing, customer service and profitable retailing.

To find out how you can participate, email retailer.relations@au.westfield.com