The latest digital innovations in retail bring about a multitude of benefits, transforming the industry and enhancing various aspects of the customer experience, operational efficiency, and business strategies. Some of the key benefits for retailers can include enhanced customer experience, data-driven decision making and improved operational efficiency.

However, retailers may face several challenges when it comes to adopting digital solutions, hindering the integration of new technologies into their operations. Some common reasons for these struggles include legacy systems and infrastrucure, high implementation costs, uncertain return on investment, and lack of digital literacy. 

Join us for this exclusive event tailored to empower tech entrepreneurs, startups, and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with the insights and strategies needed to conquer the retail industry.

Why Attend

🔍 Insider Insights: Gain valuable insights from industry pioneers, retail experts, and successful tech entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated the retail landscape.

🚀 Strategic Partnerships: Network with key players in the retail ecosystem, including potential clients, investors, and strategic partners eager to collaborate with cutting-edge tech solutions.

🛒 Retail Trends Unveiled: Stay ahead of the curve by exploring the latest retail trends, consumer behaviors, and technological innovations shaping the future of commerce.

🤝 Table Workshops: Dive deep into practical workshops designed to equip you with the tools, knowledge, and actionable strategies needed to position your tech solutions for retail success.

🌟 Success Stories: Hear firsthand success stories from tech SMEs that have transformed challenges into opportunities, leveraging innovation to revolutionize the retail experience

 

Keynote Speakers

Colin Crawford

Colin Crawford

Director of Data Science, Predyktable

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Alex Kirkhope

Alex Kirkhope

Partner (Technology and Outsourcing | AI ), Shoosmiths

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James Mackenzie

James Mackenzie

New Business and Commercial Director, Hippo

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Paul Martin

Paul Martin

Interim Director of Software Engineering, JD Sports

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Agenda 

14:00-14:05

Introduction 

14:05-14:15  

Overview of tech innovation in the retail sector 

  • Catherine Shuttleworth, CEO, Savvy Marketing

14:15-15:00

Panel session

  • Paul Martin, Interim Director of Engineering, JD Sports Fashion (Chair)
  • Alex Kirkhope, Partner and AI Lead, Shoosmiths
  • James Mackenzie, New Business and Commercial Director, Hippo
  • Catherine Shuttleworth, CEO, Savvy Marketing

15:00-15:15

Spotlight session: AI

  • Colin Crawford, Director of Data Science, Predyktable

15:15-15:30

Networking Break

15:30-16:30  

 Workshop session:  Empowering tech SMEs in the retail industry

  • Nuno Miller, Digital COO, N Brown Group

16:30-17:00

Networking drinks