
Join TRB and a host of retail visionaries at the inaugural ‘THE Retail Conference’
THE Retail Conference 2022
Join TRB and a host of retail visionaries at ‘THE Retail Conference’. Discover how to use technology to connect the ‘here and now’ of retail, with the future function of the retail ecosystem.
This exciting event has something for everyone. Uniting innovators, influencers, and decision makers, it will bring together the best in class from all retail disciplines. At THE Retail Conference, you can create the partnerships that will accelerate your retail development across all channels both sustainably and innovatively.
Our headline speakers are disruptors, tech leaders and retail trailblazers with a demonstrable track record in business change and innovation. Personally vetted and chosen by TRB and following extensive research, our presentations will provide you with live examples of how to create effective retail strategy and partnerships to drive your business successfully into 2023 and beyond.
Our experts have been tasked to present to retail professionals not afraid of the future and the changes that are required.
Do not miss this two-day unforgettable experience of ‘Retail Theatre’ at its best. Showcasing ‘real time’ examples of omnichannel retail with a fun focus on using the metaverse. This is THE event for anyone looking to excel and innovate in the retail world of the future and stay one step ahead of the competition.
Meet The 2022 Speakers
Darren Williams
Executive Chairman
Scrubd
Alan French
CEO
Thomas Cook
Marc Palmer
Brand Director
Auto Trader
Rob George
Customer & Digital Director
McColls
Moses Rashid
Founder & CEO
The Edit LDN
Vishal Talreja
Property Director
Itsu
Rowland Gee
Chairman of The Board
Cell Workout Athleisure
Robert Kulawik
Chief Operating Officer
Everything5pounds.com
Programme Highlights
TUESDAY 8th November 2022
09:15 - 09:30 TRB Chair’s Opening Comments
09:30 - 10:00 Futurologist Keynote: Retail trends - alternate commerce and evolution
TRACK ONE: Digital Transformation & Customer Engagement (Main Auditorium)
10:00 – 11:00 CEO Retail Stars Panel: ‘Future gaze’ from senior retail leadership
11.30-12.15 Retail Future Labs No 1: How to harness tech to deliver authentic and engaging online and ‘phygital' experiences
11.30-12.15 Retail Future Labs No 2: Digital retail marketing - connecting customers across channels
11.30-12.15 Retail Future Labs No 3: The role of successful subscriptions in future retail
12:15 - 13:00 Retail Showcase Panel: The race to digital transformation - new routes to market, omnichannel, customer engagement
14:00 - 15:00 Retail Perspectives: Customer engagement - driving growth and keeping up with consumer expectations
15:30 - 16:00 Closing Keynote Fireside Chat: Retail tech wars - the return of the human
16:00 - 16:45 Closing Keynote Address: The online rebirth of a high street giant
TRACK TWO: Retail Strategy & Management (Breakout Room)
10:00 - 11:00 Retail Future Factory: Evolving retail businesses from legacy businesses to new start-ups
11:30 - 12:15 Retail Panel: Loyalty and breaking the CX ceiling - solutions to build a positive colleague and customer experience
12:15 - 13:00 Retail Mega Panel: Role of marketplaces in helping both the smaller and larger retailer
14:00 - 15:00 Retail Quick Fire Challenge: Future of the High Street - reimagining the functionality of stores
15:30 - 16:00 Retail Insight: Strategies for building a culture that delights colleagues, customers and shareholders
16:00 – 16.45 Retail Spotlight: How to survive and thrive in recessionary times - connecting retail to focus on the consumer
TRACK THREE: Women in Leadership (Breakout Room)
10:15 - 11:00 Milly Ellis of Be Heard 'How to Become a Better Public Speaker'
11:30 - 12:15 Shelley Bosworth 'Lifting the Lid on Limiting Beliefs'
12:15 - 13:15 Lunch & Networking Exhibition Break
13:15 - 14:00 Celynn Morin 'Building a Bridge Beyond Burnout
17:00 TRB 20 Year Anniversary Drinks Reception
Venue & Contact
VENUE
1 America Square, 17 Crosswall, London EC3N 2LB
EVENT DATE
November 8 2022
START TIME
09:00
CONTACT
For retail speaker opportunities:
Claire Knott
E: [email protected]
T: 01276 489626
For sponsorship and non retailer speaker opportunities:
Karen Howard
T: 01276 489626 M:07725414385
E: [email protected]

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