This webinar is designed for UK Home & Gift brands looking to embark or expand on their international presence. You’ll hear from industry experts about global trends and opportunities, key home & gift events, and how to navigate the exporting landscape—whether you’re exploring new markets or expanding existing ones.
You’ll learn how to connect with international partners, from physical retailers to leading online marketplaces. Plus, you’ll hear directly from a UK brand that’s successfully gone global, sharing honest insights from their journey.
Outcomes:
* Explore export opportunities and key events with industry experts and unlock DBT’s digital tools to grow your brand across global marketplaces.
* Learn how to navigate the exporting landscape.
* Listen to real experiences from a UK Home & Gift brand that’s already made the leap abroad.
Speakers:
Jose Richart International Trade Adviser: Retail & Consumer, DBT
Jose Richart is a seasoned Senior International Trade Adviser with over two decades of experience driving global business growth across the Consumer Goods, Retail, and Food & Drink sectors.
Rebecca Murphy International Sales Manager: Stoneglow
Rebecca has 14 years’ experience in retail, 5 of these as an International Sales Manager. She has worked for some great British brands such as BOOTS No7, Liz Earle and Noble Isle. She joined Stoneglow in October 2022 and manages the export department, taking care of the day to day running of Stoneglow’s international customers, both distribution and direct retail partnerships. She regularly supports the brand at trade shows, including Maison & Objet Paris, Milano Home, The Toronto Show, Spring Fair NEC, and Harrogate Home & Gift.
Taran Thabal Head of International Trade and Partnerships: BAFT
Taran Sahota is Head of International Trade and Partnerships at the British Allied Trades Federation (BATF), where she leads efforts to help UK businesses succeed in global markets. With over two decades of experience, Taran specialises in guiding companies through the challenges of international trade, offering practical advice and hands-on support. She has played a pivotal role in coordinating UK group pavilions at hundreds of international trade exhibitions worldwide, creating high-impact platforms for thousands of UK brands to showcase their products and forge connections with global buyers. Taran works closely with major trade bodies, which regularly draws on her expertise to shape and deliver sector-focused international events. Her work is all about opening doors for UK companies – whether they’re taking their first steps abroad or scaling up their international presence.
Lucy Haine Global eCommerce and Marketplace Partnerships Lead: Department for Business and Trade
Lucy account manages marketplaces in Europe and emerging markets including Amazon. With an industry background, Lucy worked in senior leadership teams for UK High Street Retail brands including M&S, Debenhams and Monsoon Accessorize, focused on International multi-channel expansion. Lucy leads on DBT Digital commerce strategic partnerships across Europe, Africa, Central and South Asia, and Asia Pacific regions.
Steve Edwards Sector Manager: DIY / Home Improvement / Garden, British Home Enhancement Trade Association
Steve is a seasoned professional in the DIY and housewares sectors, with leadership roles at brands like Curver, Newell, and Hamilton. He now heads the DIY and Garden sector at BHETA, the UK trade association supporting suppliers with networking, insights, and export growth.
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