Headed by Jayne Rafter, Founder and organiser of the highly successful RLI Connect deal-making events now in in their seventh year, connecting Retailers, Leisure and Entertainment Operators with Franchise Partners, Owners, Investors and Developers across the globe. Jayne has built up an array of enviable contacts and relationships with retail and leisure CEOs globally over the last twenty years and is an excellent networker.

She is also the Owner and Publishing Director of RLI, the world’s only global retail and leisure magazine. Jayne has over 25 years, experience in the sector and a proven track record for publishing well-respected, high-quality magazines.

Also a Public Speaker, Jayne has presented at awards and conferences around the world and is renowned for her public speaking. She has previously been secured as a key speaker at many events including MAPIC & MIPIM Cannes, ICSC, MECSC, India Retail Forum, Mumbai, Retail City, Dubai, World Department Store Forum, and Maad Retail Services Iran. She has also regularly assisted with the coordination of numerous conference and panel sessions for many international event organisers.