Stephen Ayres

Stephen Ayres is an accomplished retail professional with extensive experience in buying and merchandising across prominent fashion retailers. Currently serving as the Head of Concessions Trading at Fenwick since September 2018, Stephen manages over 60 concession partners, significantly contributing to annual revenue. Previous roles include Head of Buying for Very Exclusive at Shop Direct, Buying & Merchandising Director at Avenue 32, and Head of Fashion Buying & Merchandising at Liberty PLC. Stephen's career began at Selfridges, where various buying and merchandising roles laid the foundation for growth in the industry. Known for driving strategic vision and achieving sales growth, Stephen has consistently excelled in delivering robust brand strategies and enhancing product offerings.