Skills4Retail Showcased at the 2025 Retail Learning Summit in Dublin

Empowering the Future of Retail Leadership Through Innovative Learning

On February 26th, 2025, the Retail Learning Summit returned to Dublin, bringing together a dynamic community of Retail Learning & Development Managers, HR professionals, and sector leaders at IBEC headquarters for a day of insights, collaboration, and strategic planning for the future of retail.

Hosted by Retail Ireland Skillnet, a key partner of the Skills4Retail project, the summit offered participants a front-row seat to the latest thinking in talent development, workforce resilience, and leadership in the retail industry.

A Spotlight on Skills4Retail

As part of the packed agenda, the Skills4Retail programme was proudly showcased to attendees. Developed in partnership with leading organisations across Europe, including Skillnet Ireland → Meet the partner, Skills4Retail aims to upskill and future-proof the retail and wholesale workforce through high-impact training opportunities.

During the session, four of the project’s key modules were highlighted:

1. Retail Workforce Management – Exploring effective scheduling, forecasting, and performance metrics to optimise workforce planning.

2. Coaching and Mentoring – Enhancing people skills and supporting career growth through reflective leadership practices.

3. Leadership in the Experience Economy – Preparing leaders to thrive in customer-centric, experience-driven retail environments.

4. Leading with Integrity – Building trust-based leadership rooted in values, ethics, and authenticity.

These modules reflect the project’s commitment to practical, industry-driven learning that equips retail professionals for both today’s challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities.

Driving Forward Talent Development in Retail

The Retail Learning Summit proved once again to be an invaluable platform for networking, peer learning, and exploring innovative approaches to talent development. Participants engaged in interactive discussions and exchanged actionable strategies for building resilient, high-performing retail teams.

A huge thank you to Retail Ireland Skillnet for the opportunity to present the Skills4Retail programme at such an influential event — and to all who attended and contributed to making the day a success.

About Retail Ireland & Retail Ireland Skillnet
Retail Ireland is the leading voice of Irish retailers, providing expert representation and public affairs services to the sector. Together with Retail Ireland Skillnet, Ireland’s premier work-based learning network for retail, they deliver top-tier training programmes and qualifications, from apprenticeships to executive education.