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NRF 2025: Retail's Big Show

Join this year’s game-changing event Jan. 12-14, 2025, in NYC to gain high-level insights from big brands and connect with leaders from across the globe.

Register today!

NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show brings together the entire retail community to connect, collaborate and learn. You’ll gain knowledge and perspective on the most important issues facing the retail industry today, empowering you to drive change tomorrow.

Here’s a look at some of the retail game changers from across the industry you’ll hear from at NRF 2025.

Get a masterclass in building community and connecting with customers from Kat Cole, CEO of global health company AG1, and Favorite Daughter co-founder Sara Foster. The two will discuss growth, innovation and expansion in a conversation with Shopify President Harley Finkelstein.

With a focus on expanding sneaker culture and deepening customer relationships, Foot Locker is at the forefront of industry innovation. President and CEO Mary Dillon will speak with Deloitte Principal Bobby Stephens about some of the strategies behind the retailer’s transformation, including loyalty programs, improving customer and associate experiences, and driving profitable growth.

As CEO of Worldwide Amazon Stores, Doug Herrington leads numerous businesses including online and mobile shopping experiences worldwide, Amazon Grocery and Prime. He has led teams responsible for creating services such as Subscribe and Save, Amazon Fresh and Buy with Prime. Hear from Herrington at NRF 2025 during a conversation with NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay.

Industry disruptor Rent the Runway has transformed how customers approach shopping for clothes. Learn directly from co-founder and CEO Jennifer Hyman as she discusses democratizing luxury fashion, driving growth through changing market dynamics and the future of fashion.

Building a lifestyle brand means staying ahead of trends, embracing digital innovations and strategic collaborations. PacSun CEO Brie Olson will share firsthand insights on connecting with Generation Z, social commerce and creating a brand experience that blends fashion, community and social responsibility.

New Balance Athletics has connected heritage and innovation for more than a century to create a powerhouse brand. As President and CEO, Joe Preston leads the company’s charge to connect with new generations while remaining relevant to its core running consumer. He’ll speak about New Balance’s world-class operations and omnichannel strategy to sustain global growth.

Don’t miss your chance to hear from these and other retail leaders at NRF 2025: Retail’s Big Show. Register today!

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