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Paul Clifford 
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Paul Clifford

Paul Clifford is the Founder and Director of This Is Flourish Ltd, the UK’s fastest-growing retail commercialisation consultancy. With over 20 years’ experience in retail and property, Paul has worked across shopping centre management, commercialisation, and brand partnerships — giving him a unique 360° perspective on landlord, occupier, and customer needs. Passionate about helping small businesses thrive, he leads Flourish’s mission to transform underused spaces into vibrant, revenue-generating destinations that drive community engagement and deliver exceptional results for landlords.

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10/1/25 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM |
The Vaults/Well

Unlocking space for independents remains key to high street revival, so what practical steps are agents, councils, and landlords taking to make it easier?

  • What are the biggest barriers independents face when trying to secure retail space and how can they be removed?

  • How are agents, landlords, and councils adapting lease terms, incentives, and communication to better support small businesses?

  • The role of new platforms, match-making tools and events to help reduce friction

  • How can local authorities balance commercial viability with the social and economic value independents offer?

  • What standout examples show independents thriving thanks to the right support and collaboration?