April Lincoln
April Lincoln
Partner
She is a recognized leader in the field of strategy and design, with a proven track record of delivering successful results in multiple industries, as well as an extensive experience in strategy, branding, design & project execution.
About April Lincoln
April has more than 13 years of experience in delivering high impact projects from concept creation to implementation management and oversight across the Middle East, Africa and Europe.
Prior to being a Partner at Ollen Group, April was heading the Consulting division of a leading retail consultancy & design agency in the Middle East, Africa and Europe region. April is specialized in Retail, Food & Beverage, FMCG, Agribusiness, Hospitality & Leisure and Real Estate, and is a renowned expert in research, strategy, branding, design, and project execution. Some of her engagements included designing and executing retail strategies and customer experiences working with some of the largest retailers and conglomerates, including players and top tier brands such as MAF Carrefour, Spinneys, Seven Eleven, Foodco Holding, Dubai Holding, HMS host food & beverage, Del Monte, Emirates Leisure Retail, Aer Rianta, Dubai Airports and Gulf Drug, among others.
Qualifications
• Interior architecture degree - UNISA University South Africa
• Graphic design degree - UNISA University South Africa
• Fine arts degree - UNISA University South Africa
• Photography degree - UNISA University South Africa
Published Insights
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“7 Ways Your Retail Solution Could Be Hurting Your Business” Ollen Group, Nov 28 2024
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“Eco-Friendly Retail Services: How Sustainability Can Attract and Retain Customers” Ollen Group, Oct 18 2024
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“Sustainable Retail Design: Strategies for a Greener Future” Ollen Group, Sep 02 2024
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“The Future of Retail: Shopping Mall Experiences in 2030” Ollen Group, Aug 14 2024
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“Unveiling the Future: Exploring the Dynamics of UAE's Retail Market” Ollen Group, Jul 11 2024
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“5 Trends Revolutionizing Retail Fit Out in the UAE” Ollen Group, Jun 13 2024
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“How Does Tourism Impact the Dubai Retail Market?” Ollen Group, Jun 06 2024
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“How Future Developments in Retail Design Will Affect Customer Engagement in-Store” Ollen Group, May 02 2024
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“How a Brand Strategy Can Transform Your Business in the UAE” Ollen Group, Apr 17 2024
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“Understanding Brand Benchmarking: Vital Insights for Your Brand's Success” Ollen Group, Feb 26 2024