Dates: October 27, 2025
Location: The Madison Lounge

Join RTM Nexus and FASTR for an exclusive evening of cocktails and conversation in the heart of Manhattan.
This invite-only mixer brings together senior retail and eCommerce executives — including leaders in marketing, merchandising, and digital experience — for an intimate networking event steps away from Grand Central Station.

​Designed for decision-makers shaping the future of omnichannel retail, the evening offers a relaxed yet refined atmosphere to connect with peers, share insights, and spark new partnerships. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails, thoughtful conversation, and the energy of New York’s retail innovation hub.

​Space is limited. Confirmation needed to attend.

LinkedIn Live: From Staffroom to Shopfloor: The Two Sides of Customer Experience

Date: Thursday, October 23 at 12:30pm ET
Location: LinkedIn (click register below)

We know customer experience isn’t built solely on smiling greeters and polished displays — it’s forged behind the scenes, in the staffroom, where culture, training, and motivation shape every interaction. This session dives into the overlooked connection between employee experience and customer satisfaction, exploring how the breakroom energy translates directly to the shopfloor experience. We’ll uncover real-world strategies to align internal culture with external service, ensuring that what happens behind closed doors drives loyalty in the open.

Conference: Retail Rebels

Dates: Tuesday, October 28 – Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Location: Annex417, New York City, NY

Rethinking Fashion’s Consumer Journey

Consumers, empowered by technology, are setting higher expectations that many brands are struggling to meet. But the opportunity to innovate has never been more significant.

Retail Rebels takes a deep dive into how brands can shift from transactional to emotional connections. Through candid conversations and hands-on sessions, we’ll explore how storytelling, values-driven experiences, and innovative technologies are transforming every stage of the customer journey – from first discovery to lasting loyalty.

Conference: QOMEX Summit 2025

Date: Tuesday, October 28 – Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Location: Dubai, UAE

The QOMEX Summit 2025 is the premier platform dedicated to the Quick On-Demand Market Experience. Gathering 200+ leaders from retail, eCommerce, logistics, and technology, the summit will feature keynotes, panels, and workshops that highlight the latest strategies and innovations shaping quick commerce. From last-mile delivery and real-time inventory management to AI-powered logistics, QOMEX provides actionable insights for driving efficiency and growth. With unmatched networking opportunities, the summit is set to foster collaboration and create future-ready solutions in one of the fastest-growing industries.

Fireside Chat

Dates:  November 6th| 12:00 pm EST
Location: Virtual

In today’s retail landscape, leaders face mounting pressure to accelerate transformation, harness AI responsibly, and deliver seamless customer experiences, all while managing complex supply chains and global competition. The common denominator? Trusted product data.

Join us for a candid fireside chat exploring how agentic AI, operational agility, and customer trust intersect to define the future of retail.

LinkedIn Live: The View from the Cash Register: Redefining the In-Store Experience

Date: Thursday, Nov 13th at 12:30pm ET
Location: LinkedIn (click register below)

Following the success of our first discussion, we’re back with Part 2 of The View from the Register. In this session, we’ll take the conversation deeper—exploring how brands can balance efficiency with personalization, build loyalty through small but memorable “register moments,” and empower frontline teams to turn every transaction into a lasting connection.

Dates: December 3rd
Location: Downtown Austin

Right in the heart of downtown Austin, meet brands such as Dell, Shop Llc, Kendra Scott and more.