We carried out a series of retail interviews with our customers, giving insight into the people powering the brands on the retail highstreet. Find out how these people started in retail, how they see the future of retail and technology that they just can’t live without.
Chris Tiso
CEO of Tiso Group
Tiso is Scotland’s Leading Outdoor Clothing & Equipment Retailer, founded in 1962 by proficient mountaineer Graham Tiso, with his wife Maude in Edinburgh. In 2014 JD Sports invested in Tiso Group and the company has since grown to become a household name. Read the Eurostop Chris Tiso interview.
Euan Pringle
Owner of Otterburn Mill
Situated in Northumberland countryside, the 18th century mill is a ‘destination’ retail outlet, selling high quality textiles and country woollen clothing. It also prides itself on providing a unique customer experience, boasting many original features, archive material, tools and machinery, on show to the public. Read the Eurostop Euan Pringle interview.
Tom Jeffrey
Head of Ecommerce
Jules B has been awarded Drapers Magazine coveted title ‘Best Independent Fashion Store’ an unprecedented three times, with Julian and Rhonda also being honoured with the Drapers Independents ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ for services to the industry. Tom heads up the online offering dressing stylish men and women. Read the Eurostop Tom Jeffrey Interview.
Mike Thornwaite
Managing Director
Leading Labels is a multi-branded clothing retailer with 25 years’ experience selling in out of town outlets across the UK and Ireland. Its 18 well-established, large, modern stores are located in shopping outlets, garden centres, department stores and other prime locations.Read the Eurostop Mike Thornwaite Interview.
E-commerce & Marketing Manager at Eurostop Ltd.
Deborah is passionate about digital, retail innovation and the engaging experiences they drive today. With background in ecommerce, and traditional retail systems, she heads up the Marketing Department at Eurostop and digital experience with the brand.