Prepare for exciting retail and e-commerce conferences worldwide as we enter 2023 and 2024. In the fast-paced world of the industry, businesses that embrace growth, innovation, and networking gain a significant advantage. These conferences are essential platforms for exploring new horizons, exchanging groundbreaking ideas, and forging invaluable connections.
Let’s dive in and see what must-do events the upcoming years hold for retailers, e-commerce enthusiasts, and industry professionals alike. Our team at 7Learnings cannot wait to meet you there!
Location: Munich, Germany
Date: July 6, 2023
Type: Physical
The ECD returns to its roots, the renowned Wappenhalle in Munich. A complete transformation following a significant break with 500+ visitors, 300+ one-on-one meetings, and 25+ lectures from the fashion & lifestyle industry experts. Featuring an enhanced ECD Gate, a new conference space, and an exciting event concept, the ECD embarks on a fresh chapter, positioning itself as the ultimate networking event for key players in the marketplace industry.
eTail Connect Autumn 2023
Location: St Albans, UK
Date: September 13-14, 2023
Type: Physical
7Learnings attendance: Yes
eTail Connect is an exclusive, invite-only event that brings together the top 100 UK retailers, digital marketers, and omnichannel leaders with the best vendors in the industry. It allows cutting through the noise, benchmarking strategies, evaluating vendors, engaging in closed-door sessions with market leaders, brainstorming transformative ideas, and meeting vendors tailored to individual investment priorities.
Future of Retail
Location: London, UK
Date: September 19, 2023
Type: Physical and online
7Learnings attendance: Yes
The retail industry faces a challenging landscape with inflation, rising energy prices, and a cost of living crisis. This summit, organized by Financial Times, brings together 300+ of the most influential retail business leaders in person and more than 1000 digitally for insightful discussions and keynote speeches. This conference aims to offer strategies to win market share and navigate a resilient, sustainable, and technologically-driven future for retail.
Paris Retail Week
Location: Paris, France
Date: September 19-21, 2023
Type: Physical
The 9th edition of this omnichannel commerce event spans three days and attracts a crowd of more than 20,000 industry experts. Among them are 370 exhibitors and 45 startups, all coming together for networking, learning, and groundbreaking ideas. Attendees can anticipate a lineup of 30 captivating talks and keynotes, along with 150 solution workshops designed to provide practical knowledge. The event will also recognize and award the top 9 companies that have made significant strides in retail innovation.
DMEXCO
Location: Cologne, Germany
Date: September 20-21, 2023
Type: Physical
7Learnings attendance: Yes
DMEXCO, Europe’s premier digital marketing and tech event, connects 40,000+ attendees, from industry leaders to marketing professionals and tech pioneers, to shape the future of digital business. With exhibitions, over 700 influential speakers, dynamic discussions, and informative masterclasses, DMEXCO cultivates an ecosystem that drives the digital economy and enhances market value.
E-commerce & Digital Marketing Expo
Location: Athens, Greece
Date: September 23-24, 2023
Type: Physical
The ECDM Expo, Southeastern Europe’s largest eCommerce and Digital Marketing exhibition, is an established event that brings together industry executives annually. With 5200+ eShops, 150+ exhibitors, and 80+ speakers, it offers exceptional networking opportunities, face-to-face interactions with exhibitors, insightful conferences, and the latest trends in eCommerce and Digital Marketing. This event is a hub for collaborations and deals in this rapidly growing market, fostering connections and partnerships among visitors and exhibitors.
Shoptalk Meetup for Women
Date: September 26-28, 2023
Type: Online
7Learnings attendance: Yes
Shoptalk Meetup for Women provides a space for women to unite, uplift and motivate one another in their personal and professional endeavors. It’s a platform to honor women’s achievements, advocate for gender equality and foster more excellent representation of women in leadership positions. This one-of-a-kind platform combines the retail industry for efficient networking, offering 15-minute speed date meetings and 55-minute Tabletalks.
eCommerce Expo
Location: London, UK
Date: September 27-28, 2023
Type: Physical and online
7Learnings attendance: Yes
Join industry giants, influential retail and brand leaders, and over 300 leading suppliers for an invaluable opportunity to discover innovative solutions and create valuable connections. This two-day extravaganza is attended by more than 11,000 retailers, brands, agencies, media owners, and tech providers, featuring one-to-one meetings, multi-track conferences, and unparalleled networking opportunities.
IRX @ DTX + UCX
Location: London, UK
Date: October 4-5, 2023
Type: Physical
Discover cutting-edge technology, innovative work methods, and the latest trends in modern commerce. This unique gathering brings together tech and digital leaders, eCommerce professionals, developers, and architects for an immersive experience. There will be workshop theaters, developer sessions, exhibitions, boardroom roundtables, and 1-2-1 meetings to expand your network, enhance your knowledge, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving retail industry.
White Label World Expo Europe
Location: Frankfurt, Germany
Date: October 11-12, 2023
Type of Event: Physical
With 200 speakers and 350 exhibitors, this event welcomes thousands of global online sellers, suppliers, and buyers. With a focus on white-label and private-label products, gain insights into sourcing, branding, and business strategies. This must-attend event empowers you to grow in the competitive retail landscape with Investments Theatres, Online Sellers Summit, a Networking area, and Keynote Theatre.
NRF 2024 – Retail’s Big Show
Location: New York, US
Date: January 14-16, 2024
Type: Physical
Connect with industry leaders, gain valuable insights, and experience the future of retail firsthand. This year’s highlights include special networking programs, keynote sessions led by over 170 industry experts, and sessions showcasing case studies and product demos. Besides, the Foodservice Tech Stage focuses on innovation, operations, and digital technology in the food and beverage industry.
SMX Munich
Location: Munich, Germany
Date: March 12-13, 2024
Type: Physical
At SMX Munich, Europe’s leading search marketing conference, industry professionals gather to uncover SEO and SEM tactics that tackle these pressing challenges. With expert speakers, insightful sessions, and practical workshops, SMX Munich equips attendees with the strategies and tools necessary to excel in this transformative era. It allows them to network with like-minded professionals seeking to stay at the forefront of the industry.
Shoptalk
Location: Las Vegas, US
Date: March 17-20, 2024
Type: Physical
Shoptalk unites influential retailers and brands worldwide for meaningful connections, insights, and shared experiences, shaping the future together. Shoptalk has 272 confirmed speakers already and is Introducing Meetup, the most advanced and expansive retail meetings program ever. Meetup facilitates connections with double opt-ins, ensuring mutual interest while offering unparalleled networking and lead-generation opportunity. It connects you to innovative tech solutions, peer connections, or investment opportunities.
E-commerce Italy 2024
Location: Milan, Italy
Date: April 18, 2024
Type: Physical
E-commerce Italia 2024 brings together professionals from the e-commerce world and top industry leaders. This 18th edition is held in Italian and will showcase cutting-edge insights, innovations, and market trends. You will have a chance to delve into digital strategies, new business models, marketing techniques, customer relations, payment systems, and logistics innovations.
EPP Pricing Platform
Location: Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels and Barcelona
Date: all year around
Type: Physical and online
7Learnings attendance: Yes
This is a premier international event for Pricing Directors & Category Managers in the Retail and E-commerce industries, which brings together industry leaders, innovators, and practitioners from around the globe to share insights, best practices, and strategies for achieving pricing goals. This conference is a must-do if you are in roles like pricing, category management, E-commerce, or data science targeting the end consumer/shopper.
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