The British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA)’s next Credit Forum will include an update on the latest credit and risk management issues affecting retail trading.

The one-day event will be held on March 9 at the BHETA HQ based at Federation House on Vyse Street in Birmingham. The agenda covers the trading climate, specific retail accounts and how they are performing against trading terms, and a general overview of retail.

Aimed at credit and finance professionals, the workshop and discussion-based proceedings will be co-hosted by Reynolds Trade Credit and Experian. BHETA members who have not previously been to a Credit Forum are invited free of charge, while a full Credit Forum membership costs £350 per annum for the three sessions.

Commenting on the event, BHETA homewares sector director Will Jones said: “Being a member of the Credit Forum brings many benefits, not least the latest information but also mutual support and shared experiences.  As with all BHETA events, the networking opportunity always proves valuable as well.”

BHETA member Hilary Dale of Brita Water Filter Systems added: “Going to the BHETA Credit Control Forum can be a huge help. Very often you have the same customers as other members who can help with any issues you have, including getting the best contact details. Equally, you might be considering whether to offer particular terms to a customer or prospect, and someone else in the Forum may have more information that will guide your decision.”

BHETA members interested in attending should contact Dawn Clarke in the Member Services Team on 0121 237 1130 or email at dc@bheta.co.uk