Next Generation 2012
Drapers Next Generation: The future is in the Next Generation’s hands
This was our fourth year sponsoring what has now become a really great event.
Drapers Next Generation: An inspiring day with a room full of talent
Talent is what drives fashion forward, and one of Drapers’ key purposes is to nurture that talent and enable new entrants to the sector to gain the inspiration and guidance they need to become the leaders of tomorrow.
Interview
Drapers Next Generation: Close-up with John Lewis' Peter Ruis
John Lewis’ buying and brand director believes working in different areas of the industry from small to big companies is a valuable learning curve.
News
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Drapers Next Generation: Talking point
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Drapers Next Generation: Web is vital for merchandisers
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Brands ‘must stay true to DNA’
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Fashion’s future lies overseas, says Andy Rubin
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Dressing Room forecasts online sales to reach 50%
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Sign up to our Next Generation Academy
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Only the brave will get noticed, buyers told
Next Gen 30 under 30
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The class of 2012: Laura Davies
This weekend Drapers revealed 2013’s 30 under 30, but today we catch up with one of last year’s stars, Boardman Bros key account manager Laura Davies.
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Drapers Next Generation: Technology drives the next generation of rising stars
Such was the calibre of this year’s 30 under 30 shortlist that we could have called it the 50 under 30, but that didn’t quite have the right ring to it.
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30 under 30: Liam Giffard
Merchandiser, Dorothy Perkins, aged 29
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30 under 30: Katy Brown
Multichannel content editor, Oasis, aged 28
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30 under 30: Maria Burns
Digital account executive NSW, Nike, aged 28
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30 under 30: Tom Cahalan
Managing director, Lost Ferret, aged 26
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30 under 30: Alice Elliott
Event manager, Jacket Required, aged 26
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30 under 30: Laura Galligan
Creative producer, Asos, aged 28
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30 under 30: Tom Flannery
Product development for Laurel Wreath and special projects, Fred Perry, aged 26
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30 under 30: Laura Gilbert
Assistant womenswear buyer, Coggles, aged 27
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30 under 30: Thomas Harvey
Senior menswear designer, Reiss, aged 29
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30 under 30: Olivia Hewitt
Design assistant, River Island, aged 24
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30 under 30: Tim Kalic
Head of digital, Pretty Green, aged 30
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30 under 30: Ahmed Khan
Moss Bespoke store manager, Moss Bros, aged 22
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30 under 30: Siobhan King
Senior brand manager, New Look, aged 30
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30 under 30: Nick Lehrain
Digital designer, Warehouse, aged 29
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30 under 30: John Kiszely
Fashion sales manager UK and Ireland, J. Lindeberg, aged 27
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30 under 30: Kat Maconie
Owner, Kat Maconie, aged 28
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30 under 30: Emma McKeever
Marketing manager, Coast, aged 28
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30 under 30: Darren McKoy
EMEA footwear product manager, Onitsuka Tiger and Asics, aged 29
Features
Drapers’ Next Generation: Q&A with Dan Lumb
Reiss’ ecommerce director told delegates at Drapers’ Next Generation Academy about the changes in ecommerce he has witnessed in his 13 year career working for retailers such as Schuh and Boux Avenue, and where the premium retailer’s focus lays over the next few years.






