Groceryshop is just around the corner. So we decided to get together with Ben Miller, VP of Original Content & Strategy to help highlight the biggest trends and topics that will be guiding conversations at the event.
Join us as we break down some of the most important topics and trends in grocery to explore the root causes, potential impacts, and implications for the long and short-term trajectory of the grocery sector.
Physical retail’s renaissance has been marked by the entry of leading Digitally Native Brands into the world of brick-and-mortar stores. What is the unique perspective these players bring to the market? What does their move into physical mean for the wider retail space? How could these brands redefine the future of omnichannel retail? We will discuss all these topics and more to understand one of the more intriguing trends in retail.
Ethan Chernofsky
SVP Marketing, Placer.ai
Brent Paulsen
VP, Head of Retail, True Classic
Transformative Leadership Mind Leaps
In the midst of discussions surrounding AI's transformative impact across industries, the focus often gravitates towards its potential for enhancing productivity. Yet, amidst this excitement, a crucial aspect remains overlooked: the evolution of leadership. How will leadership need to adapt to effectively navigate these transformations? This session delves into precisely that question. Join Steve Dennis and Stephanie Atiase as they explore the Seven Leadership Mind Leaps essential for steering clear of the timid transformation trap, as outlined in Dennis' insightful book, "Leaders Leap."
With today’s shoppers more discerning than ever before, retailers and brands must find creative ways to drive visits to brick-and-mortar locations. This is especially true for brands catering to higher-income households. How can retail regain and maintain its position as an experience provider? What are brands doing to set themselves apart from the competition to provide end-to-end service for visitors? Join us to dive deeper into these and other factors behind creating experiential retail of the future.
Elizabeth Lafontaine
Director of Research, Placer.ai
Rebekah Kondrat
Managing Partner, Rekon Retail
Manuel Neto
Vice President of Global Analytics, Capri Holdings