Who are we…

The Hive is retail’s trusted space for collaboration, innovation,  and growth where senior leaders and partners connect to unlock opportunity and shape the future of retail together.

For partners, The Hive offers a direct line into the challenges, priorities, and ambitions of retail decision-makers. By joining the conversation, you gain unrivalled insight into industry thinking, a platform to share expertise, and the opportunity to co-create solutions that make a measurable impact.

We are insight-led, community-powered, and results-driven curating spaces where ideas translate into action and relationships grow into strategic partnerships.

The Hive is an always-on community, surfacing and meeting the needs of our members by connecting them with peers and partners who can help address their most pressing strategic objectives. Whether they’re navigating challenges in the moment, in-market and seeking the best solutions, or looking ahead to future opportunities, The Hive is the go-to source where retailers and brands come to find answers, unlock support, and achieve results.

Through a blend of exclusive gatherings, digital cafés, tailored content, and year-round programmes, The Hive ensures that partners are at the heart of the conversations that matter most building meaningful relationships, demonstrating thought leadership, and creating lasting value alongside retail’s most influential voices.

I’ve been coming to Retail Hive events longer than, I’ve had my son and he’s 8 now. That shows how valuable I consider them

Charles Tyrwhitt

Be Seen. Be Trusted.  Be Chosen.

The retail sector is rapidly evolving, and connecting with the right decision-makers at the right time is crucial. The Hive’s Partner Directory bridges this gap, creating direct connections between solution providers and retail businesses actively seeking innovation.

What you get

  • Position yourself as a partner of choice for senior retail decision-makers
  • Showcase your solutions to an engaged, qualified audience ready to act
  • Build credibility and authority through our validation framework that highlights proven expertise
  • Engage retailers at the pivotal moment when they’re evaluating and selecting new partners
  • Benefit from year-round visibility in an always-on partner directory, ensuring you’re discoverable whenever retailers are exploring solutions

Directory listing package includes:

  • Content – 4 pieces of premium content including case studies, white papers, insight reports or solution guides,
  • Positioning statement – 100-word elevator pitch optimised for retail decision-maker engagement
  • Member Spotlight – Featured endorsement from a Hive retail member or key client success story
  • Content you can update every quarter

An amazing forum to learn and share views and opinions with industry peers. i have now built strong relationships that will help me to think differently and be more creative. The Hive team now feel like a family to me!
Curry’s

An active audience retail decision makers

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