THE RETAIL SUMMIT
11 & 12 NOVEMBER, 2025 | ATLANTIS, THE PALM

UNITING THE 
RETAIL WORLD

The Retail Summit is a dynamic community of global industry leaders working together to shape the future of retail.

World-class speakers, immersive content and impactful networking make this the premium, content-packed event for C-level leaders to learn and effect change through purposeful engagements.

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THE RETAIL SUMMIT 2025

Since its inception in 2018, TRS has been laser-focused on the mission to bring together the brightest minds in the global retail community. The 2025 edition is set to be the most innovative, thought-provoking, and memorable yet. 

790

ATTENDEES

37%

C-SUITE

57

NATIONALITIES

54%

RETAILER AUDIENCE

2025 KEY THEMES 

  • Regional Playbooks for Retail Expansion:
    Expanding into new markets requires tailored strategies. This theme delves into the nuances of retail growth across diverse regions, offering insights into market-specific challenges, opportunities, and the best approaches for successful regional expansion.
     
  • Conscious Commerce:
    In an era where sustainability and ethics drive consumer decisions, Conscious Commerce addresses the demand for meaningful change in retail. This theme explores ESG, neurodiversity, and corporate responsibility, showcasing pathways to build resilient, inclusive businesses.
     
  • Brand Narratives:
    More than just products, brands today create culture. Brand Narratives tells brands stories of their collaborations, strategic location choices, and the rise of experiential retail, illustrating how they can forge lasting connections and stay relevant in an evolving marketplace.
     
  • Tech Evolution:
    With rapid advancements, retail technology is at a turning point. From AI integration to smart tech solutions, Tech Evolution addresses the tools and strategies that set leading brands apart, empowering retailers to future-proof their operations.
     
  • Next-Gen Retail:
    For retailers aiming to stay ahead, Next-Gen Retail explores the future landscape, from Gen Alpha and Gen Z dynamics to omnichannel strategies and supply chain innovations. This theme tackles the shifts shaping tomorrow’s retail environment and the agility needed to succeed.

2024 SPEAKERS

TRS scours the world to bring together an awe-inspiring mix of iconic industry statesman alongside entrepreneurial trailblazers who are disrupting the status quo. We were inspired by their inspirational spirit and networked with fearless, ground-breaking story-tellers.

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750+ ATTENDEES AT TRS 2024 INCLUDED:

OUR MISSION

Here at TRS, we believe in the power of a global community to share and drive progress and innovation. Bringing that community together builds trust, sparks conversations, and challenges thinking in a way that drives this dynamic industry forward.

Delivering high-level, content-led meets is our passion; we want to facilitate purposeful networking at director-level. Every day we strive to create the premier platform for retail leaders to learn, discover, and network.

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Hear it from our attendees:

  • "Congratulations on a fantastic event. Definitely made some great contacts and got to speak to some very influential people, so thank you for the opportunity."
    David Gandy
    Founder, David Gandy Wellwear
  • "It was a great summit, lots of good energy and engagement in the auditorium and outside of it, day and night."
    Peter Wood
    CEO, AllSaints
  • "A truly memorable experience."
    Livia Lee
    CEO, lala Berlin
  • "It was a great event and I am so glad I was able to attend. Incredible speakers and networking."
    Natasha Fishman
    Chief Communications Office, EVP Marketing, Authentic Brands Group
  • "Certainly the best retail conference out there."
    Damian Hopkins
    Founder, Radius Group
  • "Congratulations for a perfectly run event and thank you again for inviting me - you all have been incredibly welcoming."
    Matteo Atti
    CMO, Vista
  • "It is a fantastic experience. Congratulations!"
    Nicole Zhou
    Semir
  • "Thank you so much for the last few days. A truly memorable trip spending time with incredible inspiring people. The dinner at The Royal was incredible."
    Jody Plows
    CEO, Nobody's Child
  • "It’s been absolutely amazing, thank you so much for showing me trust and inviting me to Dubai."
    Katrine Larsson
    Copenhagen Cartel
  • "Thank you for organising such a fantastic event.. I really enjoyed it!"
    Tara Lalvani
  • "A fabulous & perfectly executed Summit."
    Beth Butterwick
    CEO, Jigsaw
  • "It is incredible what you all have achieved.. you should be very proud. It is all about the people, the topics and the organisation."
    Marcella Wartenbergh Elizondo
    CEO, AWWG
  • "A massive well done on what was a super successful event. Surpassed my expectations all round."
    Sach Kukadia
    Founder, CEO & Chairman, 7879

PARTNERS

2024 Companies are committing now to TRS 2024. Early partners have the pick of the best
opportunities and stand spaces. Keen to find out more?

Contact Marc.Howard@theretailsummit.com

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WANT TO ATTEND TRS 2025?

Meet the people who matter, celebrate the bold and the brave and be part of TRS growing global community. We'd love for you to join us!

Please contact: Kate Gallagher