Are you attending Shoptalk 2024? If so, check out this blog for a curated list of sessions we recommend retailers attend.
Shoptalk exposes retailers to the trends, technologies, and shoppers’ behaviors that will define the future of retail in 2024 and beyond. It allows retailers to gain a leg up on the competition by learning what others are doing to reach customers and tips to improve their operational efficiencies.
It can also be helpful for networking within the industry. Retailers can take this opportunity to exchange ideas, tactics, and solutions for addressing common retail problems.
Shoptalk is also a great place to learn from retail industry leaders. It showcases keynote speakers, offering targeted insights and best practices they learned from their own first-hand experiences. These keynote presentations present reusable and actionable takeaways for inspiration towards adapting to the retail market.
The guide details the prominent speakers and their respective companies, along with helpful tips to maximize your experience this year.
Book a meeting with UpStart Commerce at Shoptalk 2024 or visit us at booth #1401 for an in-person demo.
Our Shoptalk 2024 Itinerary Suggestions
Sunday (3/17/2024)
Finalize your Itinerary
- First, use this guide to begin compiling your list of must-attend events.
Shoptalk 2024 Registration Opens
- This year, registration and Shoptalk badge pickup opens at 10 AM on Sunday in the Islanders Ballroom.
- Dan Kraemer, Adjunct Professor of Growth Strategy and Innovation at Northwestern University, and Shelley E. Kohan, Associate Professor at the Fashion Institute of Technology, draw from their expertise to discuss the significant organizational, economic, and technological factors leading industry transformation.
Pro tip: Plan ahead by reviewing the agenda and highlighting sessions relevant to your business goals and challenges.
Monday (3/18/2024)
“C-Level Leaders on Managing Change in Retail’s New Era”
- Join Kecia Caffie the President of Zales, Signet, Hilary Milnes the Executive Americas Editor of Vogue Business, Janet Hayes the CEO of Crate and Barrel Holdings, Inc., and Jason Booth the Chief Technology Officer of Crate and Barrel Holdings, Inc. as they discuss the importance of positioning your business for success by leveraging technology strategies and organizational structuring.
“Maintaining a Modern Ecommerce Tech Stack”
- In this session, Jason Gowans the SVP & Chief Digital Officer at Levi Strauss & Co., and Vikalp Tandon the Managing Director Global Commerce Lead at Accenture, will provide an in-depth exploration of how organizations leveraging modern, adaptable ecommerce technology stacks are managing the upkeep and evolution of these investments to remain leaders in industry innovation.
Pro tip: Stay energized by keeping yourself hydrated, taking breaks, and recharging to make the most of your time at Shoptalk.
Tuesday (3/19/2024)
“Reimagining Business Practices to Deliver a Unified Retail Experience (I)”
- Ashley Buchanan, CEO of The Michaels Companies, Inc., and Gabrielle Fonrouge, Retail Reporter for CNBC, will discuss the technologies and human capabilities they’ve implemented to deliver seamless customer experiences that surpass expectations, delight shoppers, and foster both purchases and loyalty.
“Improving Demand Forecasting and Inventory Planning”
- Hali Borenstein the CEO of Reformation, Nitin Kapoor the VP of Supply Chain & Omnichannel Commerce Platform for Wayfair, Peter Pernot-Day the Global Head of Strategy & Corporate Affairs for SHEIN, and Jenny McLean the Managing Partner & Retail Industry Lead for Clarkston Consulting talk about the role AI-driven forecasting plays in inventory planning and its ability to reduce errors by 20-50%.
Pro tip: Don’t forget to visit the exhibit halls in between sessions. Explore the exhibition floor to discover new solutions, products, and services that can enhance your retail operations.
Wednesday (3/20/2024)
“Shoptalk 2024 Takeaways Live Podcast Recording”
- If you weren’t able to catch all of the sessions on your list or just want a wrap-up of the key takeaways, this session is a must. Join OminiTalk and Shoptalk hosts as they highlight the key findings and trends from this year’s conference.
Pro tip: Opt for comfortable and easy-to-wear outfits and shoes since you will spend most of your time on your feet at Shoptalk.
Things to Do After Shoptalk 2024
- Reach out to all of the contacts you have made
- Reflect on the key takeaways from the speakers and sessions you attended
Pro tip: Review things you learned at Shoptalk and develop an action plan to implement new strategies and initiatives in your retail business.
Visit the Shoptalk Agenda to view the full schedule.
