2025 Christmas Trade Show
Venue: Clocktower Suite, Tullyglass Hotel, Ballymena​​
Date: 1st October 2025 ​​
Timings: 9:30a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
​Trade show: Focusing on range, merchandising ideas, equipment & technology solutions - hosted by category experts. ​​​
Try before you buy!: Extensive sampling across the show – from local suppliers to own label and food service solutions​
Leave with a full tummy: Buffet lunch is served from 12pm​
Stay informed: The business session includes presentations on equipment innovation, opportunities in range, driving retail sales and maximizing profit. ​​​
Ask questions: Explore opportunities with Henderson Group partners at their ‘Help Desks’– be sure to register your interest!
Running Order
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9:30: Registration, grab a coffee and a treat, walk the show, visit our help desks & chat to category experts​
​11 – 12: Business session: ​
Paddy Doody ​ - Setting the Scene and Business Update
Steven Kennedy ​ - Owning ChristmasÂ
Paul Deans ​ - Driving retail sales this ChristmasÂ
Damien Nevin ​ - Opportunities in Customer PropositionsÂ
12 – 2:30: Grab lunch, walk the show visit our help desks & chat to category experts​.​
​2:30 - Show closes.Â
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Steven Kennedy
Steven joined the Henderson Group in early 2013 as a Trading Manager across various categories, and has over 35 years’ experience in retail and Trading. During that time he has been instrumental in developing our Fresh Food offering in store both across own brand and branded ranges.
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Paul Deans
Paul joined Henderson Group in 2007, he brought with him a wealth of retail experience, having spent his entire life in the supermarket industry. He has been instrumental in the growth of our EUROSPAR & VivoXtra stores across Northern Ireland.
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Damien Nevin
Damien joined Henderson’s in 2015 and, over the past decade, has driven innovation in customer propositions and shaped strategies that have transformed convenience retailing for the Group.
​Visit the Henderson Technology stand to explore the latest in EDGEPoS innovations. Learn how our award-winning solutions streamline operations, boost profits, and future-proof your store. Come speak with our team to see how EDGEPoS can be tailored to your retail needs.Â
Henderson Group Payroll Services offers reliable and efficient payroll solutions tailored to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes. With advanced technology and dedicated customer support, we ensure timely and accurate payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and a seamless experience for employers and employees alike.
Come and meet the Academy team and find out how we help retailers raise standards, build confident teams and unlock internal talent. Our learning and development solutions are designed to drive performance and support growth. Let’s make learning meaningful for your team and your business.
Visit the Henderson Print stand to discover how our expert team can support your store with high-impact design and print solutions. From bespoke POS to shelf-edge and promotional materials, learn how we help retailers boost brand presence in-store. Come chat to us 1-to-1 to discuss tailored print strategies.Â
Are you already using Relex and want to find out more information? Having any availability issues? Or stock holding and process queries? Or are you interested in finding out more about how Relex have improved availability and stock holding for your store?
The Retail Development Team will be attending the event and offering 15 minute check in clinics to discuss any queries you might have around your store layout or any potential future store development projects. Come by our stand early to ensure availability for a 1-to-1 slot.Â
The Marketing Team has upgraded the Henderson Online Print Solution (HOPS). Visit the stand to explore: ​
✨ New Direct-to-Print Facility – Access our bank of customisable and generic POS items including Overbags, A4s, and Stripping. ​
📱 Social Media Editor Tool – Create polished, on-brand images and video slideshows using JOLL assets.
Smarter Retail Analytics Starts Here.Â
Save hours on tracking store performance, profitability leaks, and wages costs. Explore a brand new analytics experience designed for retailers, accessible on both laptop and tablet. See how out new Qlik Sense platform can help make faster, smarter decisions that will boost profitability.
The space planning team will attending the event to review any planogram/space/range queries and listen to your feedback.Â
Henderson Foodservice are serving up a dynamic blend of innovation, practicality, and fresh inspiration designed to energise retailers ahead of the festive season. We invite you to explore the latest seasonal food solutions – all designed to help you maximise sales, enhance productivity, and delight customers with Christmas party food, hot counter seasonal lines, showstopping deserts, & centre of plate meats.
Scalable Food to Go solutions offering margin control and visibility alongside allergen information and labelling. Delivered via planogrammed ranges, with product recipes to aid portion control, and supported with new product development. Insight driven promotional calendar and range reviews deliver value and choice for your shoppers.Â
