We are working hard on this year’s schedule, in the meantime here is last year’s:

11.30 – 12.15
‘What is better beauty and wellbeing?’ – presented by Natasha Nickson

Natasha Nickson, Partnerships Manager, Textiles, Beauty & Wellbeing, at Soil Association Certification, will be discussing what makes beauty and wellbeing products great and how you can build trust with consumers through certification.

14.30 – 15.15
‘AI for Health Food Stores: A Friendly Roundtable Conversation’ – presented by Dave Christie

AI might feel like a big, intimidating word, but it doesn’t have to be. In fact, used in the right way, it can save you time, help you understand your customers better, and make running your store just that little bit easier.

We know health food retailers are stretched thin, wearing many hats and juggling endless tasks. That’s why we’re hosting this open roundtable: to take the fear out of AI and show you how it can become a simple, practical tool for your day-to-day.

You’ll discover:

• Easy ways to use AI in store – from writing product descriptions to planning social posts.
• Time-saving tips that free you up to focus on customers, not admin.
• Real examples of how independent retailers are already using AI to their advantage.
• A safe space to ask any question (no matter how small) – because we’ve helped hundreds of businesses start this conversation.

This isn’t about tech for tech’s sake. It’s about helping your store thrive in a changing world with tools that are already at your fingertips. Join us, bring your curiosity, and leave with ideas you can put to work straight away.

Have a burning question for Dave? Send your question in advance and he will make sure to cover it: nhtsummit.co.uk/ask-dave