Dealers must remain determined and focused in the tough economic climate to ensure they meet their future business goals, according to a leading retail executive.

A vital part of their strategy must be to ensure their businesses are supported by the right people who have the firm’s best interests at heart and can help meet the challenges ahead.

This upbeat message for the industry is part of a wide-ranging view of how companies can turn their ideas into reality that will be presented to dealers at Autoretailing next month by world-renowned business leader Michelle Mone.

Mone is the driving force behind MJM International and the inventor of one of the best know bra brands in the world – Ultimo. Michelle Mone's website.

Despite leaving school with no qualifications at 15, she spotted a gap in the market and spent three years developing and honing her vision until she was ready to launch the product, which created the cornerstone for a multi-million pound international business.

Mone, who has spoken at business briefings alongside former US President Bill Clinton, will be part of a top-level line-up of speakers who are taking part in the conference, which is held on June 5 at the Hilton Metropole, Birmingham.

Other topics include customer service, the internet and a chance to quiz of the European Commission on impending changes to Block Exemption.

For details on Autoretailing, log onto www.autoretailing.co.uk, call Luke Clements on 01733 468325 or email luke.clements@bauerconsumer.co.uk