NextGen Commerce: Decoding the Future of How We Shop, Eat, and Play!

Date: Wednesday | Jun 26, 2024

Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm | Followed By Cocktails

Where: 12 W 39th Street, New York, NY

Join Coresight Research and senior executives from top retailers, brands, and technology innovators as we explore groundbreaking technologies transforming how we Shop, Eat and Play. Our speakers will discuss the impact of AI, retail media, RFID, AR/VR, and more on the current and future landscape of commerce.

Who should attend?

Retailers and brands across a broad cross section of the organization including C-suite, data/technology, digital commerce, CRM/loyalty, marketing, supply chain, retail, e-commerce, sustainability and more.
Investors seeking to explore the future of commerce
Technology innovators enabling the development of the future of commerce
Industry thought leaders

Network with industry peers, gain insights from leading experts, and learn how to leverage cutting-edge technologies to enhance efficiency and foster growth.

Don’t miss this chance to lead the NextGen Commerce revolution.

Agenda

Morning

8:00 Networking Breakfast

9:00 Opening Fireside Chat

With Stephen Sadove, Founding Partner, JW Levin Management Partners and former Chairman and CEO, Saks Incorporated

9:25 The Siren Song of Customer Experience: How to Make Them Fall in Love with Your Brand

Craft experiences that not only captivate your customers but also streamline your operations. Explore the emotional triggers and strategies that forge deep brand connections. Learn how to design seamless touchpoints across all channels that not only build brand loyalty but also unlock organizational efficiencies, ensuring that your customers are both delighted and eager to return.

9:55 Fireside Chat

With Yehuda Shmidman, Chairman & CEO, WHP Global

10:25 Coffee & Networking Break

10:45 Wellness Revolution: How AI is Redefining Health-Focused Retail

Explore the shift towards health and wellness in the retail sector, driven by AI-enabled tools that empower consumers to actively engage with their health. This panel will delve into how AI helps consumers access and interpret health data, manage wellness routines, and make proactive health decisions. We'll discuss how this growing focus on wellness is reshaping retail offerings, from personalized health products to services that support a healthier lifestyle. Additionally, we'll address the ethical and accessibility considerations of these AI tools, ensuring they serve the needs of all consumers effectively.

11:15 From Fan to Fanatic: Personalization Secrets to Ignite Customer Raves

Discover the power of data-driven personalization and unlock strategies to transform casual customers into brand fanatics. Learn how to create captivating experiences that resonate deeply with your target audience, predict their needs, and exceed their expectations.

11:45 The Click Whisperer: Mastering the Art of E-commerce Persuasion & Building Click-and-Mortar Magic

Discover how to craft irresistible online experiences that convert clicks into loyal customers. Learn the art of e-commerce persuasion, from website design and user experience to targeted marketing campaigns. Explore strategies for creating a seamless connection with your physical store through placemaking principles, blending the best of online and offline experiences.

12:10 Visionaries of Tomorrow: Unveiling AI’s Next Frontier with the Futurists

Join forward-thinking experts as they share insights on the cutting-edge of AI. In this panel, these leading futurists will discuss the exciting trends and innovations that are set to change industries, such as fashion and retail. Get ready for an engaging conversation on how AI will push the limits of what’s possible in our everyday lives.

12:35 Networking Lunch

Afternoon

1:30 Beyond the Basket: Orchestrating a Multichannel Experience Symphony

Harmonize your online, mobile, and in-person experiences for a seamless journey across all channels. Learn how to leverage data and personalization to create a unified customer experience that keeps them engaged, no matter how they choose to interact with your brand.

2:00 Building a Sustainable Future: How To Shape a Greener and More Profitable Tomorrow

Explore the growing importance of sustainable practices and learn how businesses can integrate environmental and social responsibility into their operations, from sourcing materials to product delivery. Discover strategies for reducing waste, minimizing environmental impact, and building a more ethical and sustainable future for your brand.

2:30 Coffee & Networking Break

3:00 The Grocery Game: Winning Hearts, Stomachs, and Neighborhoods

Explore the evolving grocery landscape and discover strategies to win over today's mindful shoppers. Learn how to leverage data, personalization and localization strategies to cater to specific customer needs and preferences. Explore the role of grocery stores in fostering community and creating a destination experience that goes beyond just selling food.

3:30 From Rent to Relevance: Designing Retail Experiences that Captivate Beyond the Storefront

Explore the evolution of retail real estate in a world shaped by e-commerce and changing consumer habits. Learn about the macro-level demographic and migration trends that are helping drive these changes. Understand how to design retail experiences that captivate, go beyond the traditional storefront, and create future-proof retail spaces that resonate with the NextGen consumer. Discover the importance of non-traditional placemaking in the physical world and how transforming retail environments can be a catalyst for job creation, foster community, and drive business success.

4:00 How to Invest for Customer Centricity

Go beyond the pitch! Join a panel of leading startup investors for an interactive session. Witness real-world scenarios where founders showcase their customer experience strategies and metrics. The investor panel will dissect these presentations, revealing the specific customer experience data points that excite them and ultimately influence their investment decisions. Learn how to leverage customer experience to build a narrative that speaks directly to the language of investors and fuels successful funding rounds.

4:30 Closing Fireside Chat

With Claudia Cividino, President, Jared The Galleria of Jewelry, Signet Jewelers

5:00 Networking and Cocktails

Speakers

Lou Alaimo

VP Digital Commerce

PIM Brands

Yide Alan Jiang

Chief Strategy Officer

XtalPi

Keith Anderson

Founder

Decarbonizing Commerce

Lockie Andrews

Chief Executive Officer

Catalyst Consulting/RICH Haircare

John Andrews

Co-Founder and CEO

Cimulate

Chris Baker

Founder

Totem

Elissa Bloom

Executive Director

The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator

Faisal Charania

CEO

Dogwood Brands

Shailesh Chaudhry

General Manager, Consumer Industries, Networking and Edge Compute Group

Intel Corp.

Wendy Chen

CEO

Omnistream

Andy Chiu

General Manager

KraveBeauty

Claudia Cividino

President

Jared the Galleria of Jewelry

Robert D'Loren

Chairman & CEO

Xcel Brands

Lyndon Dreven

Retail Strategy Leader

Sabrina Escobar

Reporter

Barron's

Peter Evans

Chief Strategy Officer

McFadyen Digital

Michael Feinman

VP Of Ecommerce And Retail Operations

Goodwill NYNJ

Heath Golden

Chief Executive Officer

MARQUEE BRANDS

Poonam Goyal

Sector Head and Senior Retail Analyst

Bloomberg Intelligence

Nick Graham

CEO

SPACEONE Industries

Krystina Gustafson

Chief Content Officer

Trybe

Jon Harding

SVP, Global Chief Information Officer

Conair

Jeremy Harper

Partner, Director of Investments

Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator

Stephan Henig

Chief Customer Officer

Wakefern Food Corp.

Dan Hess

Chief Executive Officer

Merchant Forecast

Echo Hindle-Yang

CEO

MSQ Ventures

Justin Honaman

Head, Worldwide Retail & Consumer Goods Go-To-Market (GTM)

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Erik Huberman

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Hawke Media LLC

Deepak Jose

Global Head of ODDA Solutions

Mars

Max Kahn

President

Coresight Research

Kristin Knapp

Chief Digital Officer

Jan Kniffen

CEO

J Rogers Kniffen Worldwide

Norihiro Kondo

President

Falkon Team, LLC

Christopher Kung

Chief Digital Officer

Dollar General

Douglas Mandel

Independent Luxury Retail Executive

David McAleese

Research Director

BE NKY Growth Partnership

Barry McGeough

Group Vice President of Innovation

AmeriCo Group

Abraham Merchant

Founding Partner, Chief Executive Officer and President

Merchants Hospitality

Rudolph E. Milian

President and CEO

Woodcliff Realty Advisors, LLC

Ken Pilot

CEO

Ken Pilot Ventures

Surabhi Pokhriyal

Chief Digital Growth Officer

Church & Dwight

Rosalia Polizzi

EVP Merchandising

Rue Gilt Groupe

Laura Rabinowitz

Shareholder

Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Mike Relich

Former Co-CEO and Board Member

PacSun

Natalie Ricks

Partner & Exec Board

Rocky Mountain Cannabis

Steve Sadove

Founding Partner

JW Levin Managemnt Partners

Kristin Savilia

CEO

JOOR

Lori Schafer

CEO

Digital Wave Technology, Inc.

Michael Schatzberg

Co-Founder & Co-Managing Partner

Branded Hospitality Ventures

Jade Scipioni

Senior Reporter & Freelance Journalist

Yehuda Shmidman

Chairman & CEO

WHP Global

Art Sebastian

Executive Advisor

Treasure Data

Behzad Soltani

President Commercial & Chief Technology Officer

Movado

Kindra Tatarsky

Managing Director

Touchdown Ventures

Phil Wahba

Senior Writer

Fortune

Jenny Jing Zhu

Founder

Lush Decor Home

Mike Zung

Co-founder and CEO

Bloomist

WHY ATTEND?

Captivating Panels & Keynotes

Hear from leaders from across the commerce and technology ecosystems as they reveal insights into tackling these industries' most critical questions around AI & NextGen technologies and how they are fueling market disruption and innovation.

Curated Networking Opportunities

Network with senior leaders in the commerce space to develop relationships and exchange ideas and insights across the commerce & retail ecosystem.

Post-Conference Cocktail Party

Whether you are a seasoned industry expert or a budding entrepreneur, this event will offer an unmissable opportunity to explore the forefront of retail innovation, unlocking valuable connections with fellow professionals and entrepreneurs alike.

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Meet Industry Leaders in AI and Retail

Join us for an exhilarating day of insights featuring a fantastic lineup of speakers and a dynamic community of delegates. Attendees will engage with top experts, innovators and retailers and commerce leaders who are shaping the world of AI, discussing everything from groundbreaking innovations to advanced optimization strategies. Do not miss this chance to network and collaborate with the best in the field!

Understand NextGen Technology in the C-Suite

Attendees will learn how NextGen Technology, including GenAI, impacts the decisions and strategies perspectives of key C-suite executives, including CEOs, CFOs, CSCOs, CIOs, CMOs and CDOs. Our senior-level industry speaker will reveal insights into the evolving role of NextGen technology in today’s leadership decision processes. Get ready to collaborate, learn valuable insights and create exciting new partnerships!

Sharpen Your Competitive Edge

Discover new options for deploying NextGen technologies and the ways these new technologies can enhance the customer experience, streamline operations, improve employee satisfaction and drive growth. Engage in interactive conversations centered around use cases and demos provided by industry experts and major retailers. Panelists from leading retail companies, technology leaders and academia will discuss real-world applications and case studies of AI in retail, covering a range of topics, including personalization and the ROI (return on investment) of AI investments.

What To Expect

Exclusive Insights

Discuss exclusive insights, case studies and real-world applications of AI in retail with panelists from leading retail companies, AI solution providers and academia.

Networking Opportunities

This carefully curated conference is designed to encourage the exchange of ideas and foster new relationships among leaders, innovators and influencers.

Community

Coresight Research aims to bring together like-minded individuals in a neutral setting that fosters fun and education.

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