Shannon Reed has been appointed as the new Centre Director of Southside Shopping Centre.
Bringing a wealth of experience in the retail landscape, Shannon previously lead operations for brands and franchise partners across Australia, Ireland, Kuwait, Oman, and in the UK.
Stepping into her new role, Shannon is passionate about continuing to transform Southside into a vibrant, community-focussed destination, and wants to ensure that the Wandsworth-based shopping centre will operate with the community at its core.
The role will blend strategic leadership, operational oversight, and stakeholder engagement to drive the centre’s commercial and cultural success, and Shannon has commented: “Southside is brimming with potential, and we’re embarking on an exciting new chapter. Our recent enhancements, including new customer entrances, branding, and lighting that pays tribute to the site’s greyhound racing heritage, have made huge differences to the shopping experience for guests.
“We’re committed to continuing to invest in the centre and are delighted to be updating our retail mix to bring sought after brands to the heart of Wandsworth, which will keep our guests returning, time and again. We look forward to sharing more details around the centre’s plans in due course.”
This appointment follows the recent completion of a multi-million-pound refresh which has made significant enhancements to both the interior and exterior of the centre. The works will combine modern aesthetics with community heritage, and will include a remodelling of each of the centre’s entrances as well as the installation of integrated seating and improved lighting inside the centre.
