Join the Drapers Inner Circle Summit to gain insights from Peter Ruis, executive director at John Lewis, as he discusses the future of the retail giant.
- The event is set to take place at the Ham Yard Hotel in London on 16 October.
- Attendees will hear about John Lewis’s ambitions for its in-house fashion brands and its plans to evolve as a multi-brand platform.
- Peter Ruis brings a wealth of experience, having served as buying and brand chief for John Lewis and former CEO of Jigsaw.
- Prominent industry figures such as Henrietta McCloskey, Melissa Mullen, Parker Gundersen, and Gianni Georgiades will also be speaking at the event.
The Drapers Inner Circle Summit, a significant event in the fashion retail industry, will host Peter Ruis, executive director at John Lewis, as a key speaker on 16 October at the Ham Yard Hotel in London. Ruis plans to unveil his vision for the next phase of John Lewis’s transformation, offering a glimpse into the company’s future strategies.
In his address, Ruis will focus on the ambitions John Lewis holds for its in-house fashion brands, as well as the company’s strategic vision to become a robust multi-brand platform. His speech is anticipated to reveal insights into how John Lewis aims to strengthen its position within the competitive retail sector.
Ruis, who took up the role of executive director at John Lewis in January, has a notable background, having previously served as the buying and brand chief for the department store, and as the CEO of premium fashion retailer Jigsaw. His return to John Lewis marked a renewed focus on in-house brands, with a clear strategy on investment and category development to support growth.
Earlier this year, Ruis announced initiatives to enhance John Lewis’s own brands by investing in key categories. His efforts focus on refining fit and style with improved fabrications, which has already resulted in a 3% growth in sales of men’s and women’s own brand fashion. The introduction of 100 new fashion brands, including Rag & Bone, Equipment, and Vivere, reflects the company’s commitment to expanding its fashion portfolio.
Alongside Ruis, the summit will feature a lineup of influential speakers such as Henrietta McCloskey, co-founder of Rixo; Melissa Mullen, global brand president and CEO at Sweaty Betty; Parker Gundersen, CEO of END Clothing; and Gianni Georgiades, CEO of FitFlop, among others. This diverse array of voices is set to make the summit a pivotal opportunity for attendees to glean insights from leading figures in the industry.
The Drapers Inner Circle Summit promises to be an enlightening event, highlighting strategic visions from key industry leaders.
