Shalina Alabaksh - Partner

BA (Hons) Textiles & Service Pattern

Shalina has 10 years of retail experience, working for Simpson’s on the Strand, Selfridges and Marks and Spencer. In addition Shalina has spent time working for the Retail Sectors Skills Council: Skillsmart Retail.

• CIPD Membership
• Fashion Retail Diploma’s Lead Moderator
• Article in People Management March 2008
• Article in Target 16- 18 Magazine Autumn 2007
• Article in Retail Therapy Spring/Summer 2007
• Judge on ‘Rising Star’ Awards 2007

Emma Gamble - Partner

BA (Hons) English Literature

Emma joined Marks and Spencer and the Retail industry in 1999 where she held a number of roles both in the buying departments as well as in Learning and Development.

• CIPD Membership
• Fashion Retail Diploma’s Moderator

Non-executive Board

Alison Straw (HR Director, Betty’s & Taylors of Harrogate Ltd)