1-to-1 Business Advice Clinic
Taking place in Hall Q, our Business Advice Clinics are here to connect you with the brightest minds in the industry.
These mini masterclasses act as a mentorship opportunity, allowing you to bring your burning
questions to leading experts and give you practical, personalised guidance to bring back to
your shop.
CLINIC 1
Abi Neill
(Monday 10:00 - 13:00)
Learning how to survive, thrive and generate profit is key to success in our sector!
Industry influencer, renowned UK retailer, bridal awards judge and columnist Abi Neill,
will share with you her secrets of success in bridal gained over the last 18 years. With
29 business award wins and multi-site store ownership experience across a team 14
strong, you can brainstorm and talk candidly with Abi on any aspect of what it really
takes to own, manage and grow a successful bridal store in the UK today!
Specialises in: Sales
CLINIC 1
Diana McMann
(Sunday 10:00 - 13:00 | Monday 14:00 - 17:00)
Diana is the award-winning founder of The Little Pearl Bridal Boutique and a
straight-talking mentor for bridal retailers who want to stand out, especially
running a boutique while balancing family life. Diana’s Bridal Week clinics will give
you clarity, confidence, and customer experience know-how that makes a real
difference. Anyone attending Diana’s sessions will also get an exclusive first look at
the re-launch of her new project – a bold new space for creative business owners!
Specialises in: The Customer Experience
CLINIC 2
Leann Marshall-Jones
(Sunday 10:00 - 13:00 | Monday 10:00 - 13:00)
Formally a period costumier for theatre and TV, Leann’s expertise is now reserved
for the bridal market. As a couturier, she specialises in bridal alterations, bespoke
production, vintage restoration and veil design. She also teaches pattern drafting at
Nottingham Trent University and writes the blog, ‘All Gown & No Knickers’.
Specialises in: Bridal Alterations
CLINIC 2
Megan Garmers
(Monday 14:00 - 17:00)
Megan is the founder and director of MG Hair and Makeup, as well as The Bridal
Masterclass. With 25+ years of experience in the wedding industry as well as in business,
sales and marketing, she now offers her two decades of knowledge in the form of
business coaching and social media strategy. Megan is passionate about demystifying
social media and helping businesses grow to reach new generations of brides.
Specialises in: Social Media