By definition, ‘innovation’ is a new idea, device, or method. It’s born out of ingenuity, passion and a desire to make things better. By nature, innovation is also intrinsically connected to ‘the future’ and as a result, we often dismiss the past as lacking relevance; being “the old way”. But could we be missing something? What can we learn from the past to help us into the future? Innovation has always existed, so of course we can learn from those who previously invented, created, adapted and pivoted.

This is a one hour deep dive exploring how our old buildings are being brought back to life by new founders with new ideas!

Framed by an historical backstory, three businesses leading retail makeovers will tell us their stories, share their experience and give us a chance to consider what's next for the retail experience!

• John Atchison, providing the historical backstory

• Yvonne Langenberg, Boobooks

• Trent Rush, The Gold Fish Bowl

• Nathan Walker, Café Patisserie

Light lunch is provided at this free event.

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