Hosted by Texas A&M University’s Center for Retailing Studies at Mays Business School,
the Retailing Summit gathers executives to explore big picture thinking and current trends.
Speakers share real case studies that outline practical solutions for business challenges including understanding new, forever-changed buying habits, implementing data-driven decision making, innovating while being true to heritage brands, enhancing the in-store customer experience and much more.
WHY ATTEND
The Retailing Summit provides a unique learning environment for retail executives to share information, new perspectives, insights, future predictions about upcoming trends and big picture retailing concepts, and is accompanied with unmatched intimate networking opportunities.
WHO ATTENDS
Over 63% of attendees are traditional retailers and include CEOs; Chief Merchandise, Marketing and Finance Officers; Vice Presidents of Store Operations, Business Development, Employee Engagement, Supply Chain, and IT; and, rising company stars.
WHAT ATTENDEES ARE SAYING
“Exceptional variety of speakers and stellar practical info!
Very good networking, with a balance of retail and services.”
“Great content and engaging speakers! Strong brand presence, and I loved their willingness to share their journeys.“
“I’m a first time participant, but my company has been in years past. I really enjoyed how the speakers were well rounded, with multiple topics discussed.“
“The content was very relevant to what retailers must have top of mind!“
SPEAKERS
Ricky Dickson
President
Nigel Travis
Chairman & CEO
James Starke
SVP, Head of Merchandising
Mike Mettler
SVP of Development
Rachel Ligtenberg
VP Retail
Gary Magenta
SVP
Mary Beth Laughton
EVP Omni-Retail
*More speakers will be added this summer!
PRICING
Sponsor Rate
Includes CRS Corporate Partners & DFW-REA Members
*If registered by August 30
$695If registered by October 9
$795
General Rate
Includes retailers & general public
*If registered by August 30
$795If registered by October 9
$995
LOCATION & VENUE
Located in the heart of North Dallas’ shopping district, the 2018 Retailing Summit will be held at the Westin Galleria in Dallas, Texas. An exclusive room block is available online or by calling 972.934.9494.
