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More panellists and competition details announced for Talking Retail Live

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The inaugural Talking Retail Live will take place on Thursday 27 March 2025 at the iconic KIA Oval, London. The event will feature talks, panel discussions and Q&As with experienced industry leaders and successful retail owners. Kaual Patel, owner of Nisa Local Torridon Road, will be…

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