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Since the Fashion Retail Academy launched in 2005, we’ve made it our mission to pioneer innovative education and training experience that create and enhance careers, and nurture the next generation of retail talent.

Central to that mission, and core in our FRA DNA, is to remain laser focused on being by industry, with industry, and for industry; developing and nurturing talent with the knowledge, skills and behavioural outlook that we know retailers need.

As part of that mantra, we’ve always been on hand to support our partners develop their existing with talent (albeit in a slightly self-deprecating, below-the-radar way) through innovative bespoke learning pathways, short courses, and skills and competency mapping. And, as part of our symbiotic relationship with retailers to enhance our students’ learning experiences, we’ve provided a steady stream on highly talented, job-ready students perfect for entry-level roles.

Now, 17 years on from our inception, we’ve bought our industry-focused offer under one roof – our new, in-house workforce development agency, the FRA Talent Lab. This new home for our retail partners and wider industry, aims to provide a clear picture on how we can support your talent engagement, retention, performance, and progression objectives through our tailored learning and development and apprenticeship offer. And, how we can collaborate to support and enhance your early-careers and talent attraction strategy through our innovative, enrichment partnerships.

We’re excited about our new direction and can’t wait to share all the exciting things we have planned to support our retail partners and industry. We recommend you get in touch and sign up to be the first to hear about our new opportunities, exclusive events, research and reports, and news from the FRA and FRA Talent Lab. We’d love to hear from you!