Choosing which conferences you and your leaders should attend can be really tricky, especially when not all business conferences are dedicated to your industry. Thankfully, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of retail tech conferences all over the U.S. — organized by region.
Find out who’s speaking, where each conference is located, and learn a bit about how each caters to its attendees.
Best for: innovators in the cloud technology space, specifically at the enterprise level.
While this conference will potentially be long gone by the time you’re reading this, it’s absolutely THE retail tech conference to make sure you make it to next year. This year’s event is focused on connecting with industry experts from around the world to drive innovation in the world of cloud-based technology forward. With three keynotes and four days of expos, special programming, and sessions focused on networking and learning, you’re getting incredible value for your time.
Learn more about Google Cloud Next 25.
Featured Speakers:
Thomas Kurian - CEO of Google Cloud
Yulie Kwon Kim - VP of Product at Google Workspace, Google Cloud
Matt Renner - President of Global Revenue at Google Cloud
Jeanine Banks - VP & GM at Developer X, Google Cloud
Sandra Joyce - VP at Google Threat Intelligence, Google Cloud
Conference Details:
Where: Las Vegas, Nevada
When: April 9-11th
Best for: retail and eCommerce leadership and c-suite executives looking to network and sharpen their skills.
Both the in-person and online versions of this retail tech conference are at capacity, but that means it’s one of the most in-demand conferences of the 2025 event season. This is a networking and leadership-focused event where nearly 80% of Fortune 100 companies congregate. If you’re an executive or qualified professional, make sure you keep an eye out for future events from the Quartz Network.
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Featured In-person Session Speakers:
MD Rakibul Hassan - Head of Performance Excellence at Ocean Spray
David Kern - Vice President, Enterprise Commercial Strategy & Global Procurement at Tripadvisor
Tony Gagliardi - Head-Indirect Sourcing, Americas-Global Real Estate at Elekta
Edmund Konadu - Global Head of Corporate Supply Chain at Littelfuse
Kumar Selvam - Head of VendorX & Global Trade Compliance at Fanatics
Featured Online Session Speakers:
Ann Tracy - Chief Sustainability Officer at Colgate-Palmolive
Jeff Barry - Chief Innovation Officer at DOT
Scott Jiang - VP of Operations & Supply Chain at Ziwi
John DYck - CEO at CESMII
Ashish Dhongede - Associate Director of Procurement at Unilever
In-person Details:
Where: Las Vegas, Nevada
When: April 9-11th
Online Details:
Best for: managers and executive-level professionals in rapidly growing start-up environments or established medium-sized retail companies.
Focused on interactive table workshops, one-on-one meetings, and exhibit spaces, Grow LA is a fantastic opportunity to discover new tools, find answers to your most pressing business challenges, and connect with other like-minded professionals across the retail and tech industries.
Featured Speakers:
Amanda Mitzman - Director of eCommerce at Paul Mitchell
Ben Yahalom - CEO at True Classic
Sara Ahmed Holman - CCO at Bobbie
Sarah Zurell - CMO at Chinese Laundry
Matt Fey - Director of Marketing at Portland Leather Goods
Conference Details:
Where: Los Angeles, California
When: April 23-24th
Best for: all types of jewelry industry professionals — from small-business sellers to global jewelry manufacturers.
If you’re a part of the jewelry industry, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got your tickets for this one. JCK is a globally attended event, making it the place to network, learn about industry trends, and even sell your wares. With jewelry manufacturers, retailers, and designers gathering all in one place, this is your chance to make a splash. Along with the exhibiting floor, JCK will feature a showcase stage with talks about business management, industry trends, sales strategy, AI innovation, and more!
Conference Details:
Where: Las Vegas, Nevada
When: June 6-9th
Best for: C-suite leadership and executives who need to recharge, while also focusing on challenging discussions and networking.
NRF is a retail tech conference built on the back of industry expertise. Rather than being an event for sales pitching to a captive audience, this event is focused on curated content from vetted speakers, open dialogue, and networking. It’s the hub for retail innovators to encounter big ideas, recharge their minds, and make meaningful connections. With a full schedule of keynotes, sessions, and think tanks — this year’s NRF Nexus is one you shouldn’t miss.
Featured Speakers:
Prashant Agrawal - Founder & CEO of Impact Analytics
Emeline Berlind - SVP & General Manager, Loyalty at Sephora
Kevin Ertell - CEO of Mistere Advisory
Martin Gilliard - CEO at Arteli Inc.
Jason Goldberg - Chief Commerce Strategy Officer at Publicis Groupe
Conference Details:
Where: Rancho Palos Verdes, California
When: June 14-16th
Best for: corporate leaders from retail or technology companies that have more than $50 million in revenue.
As an invite-only event for retail’s senior leaders, eTail is the meeting place for some of the biggest retail brands in the world, including Apple, Coca-Cola, Disney, Mattel, Nike, Samsung, and more. With one-on-one meetings, curated learning experiences, and connection-focused events, this retail tech conference is an opportunity to build strong relationships across the industry.
Featured Speakers:
Sandra Campos - CEO & President at PetMeds
Ellie Quartel - Chief Digital Officer and Head of DTC at Fossil Group
Matt Repicky - SVP Chief Brands Officer at Tailored Brands Inc.
Adeela Hussain Johnson - CEO of BÉIS Travel
Stephanie Hinze - VP Global Direct-to-Consumer at Manscaped
Conference Details:
Where: Loews Coronado Bay, California
When: September 15-17th
Best for: independent grocers, investors, or leadership professionals operating in the groceries or consumer packaged goods (CPG).
GroceryShop is the only global event for the grocery and CPG industry. With 150+ speakers, more than 50 countries represented, and over 5,000 executives attending, it’s a no-brainer to get your tickets. This retail tech conference provides opportunities for dedicated networking events, engagement with interactive retail demos, access to the Spark Startup Hub for up-and-coming innovators, and the return of the TechTalks Stage for rapid-fire learning sessions.
Featured Speakers:
Kabir Jain - Chief Growth Officer at Erewhon
Danielle Sporkin - SVP, Media and Marketing Services at Ferrero
Suzy Monford - CEO of Heritage Grocers Group
Leslie Lee - VP, Digital Experiences at Hormel
Stewart Samuel - Director of Retail Futures at IGD
Conference Details:
Where: Las Vegas, Nevada
When: September 28-October 1st
Best for: any businessperson who works in, manages, or owns a business built on white-label product sales or distribution.
This event is tailored for retailers who operate in the world of white-label products. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with suppliers while also gaining insight into how to optimize their online sales funnels and improve their margins. White Label Expo will also be running alongside Retail Supply Chain + Logistics Expo, Smart Retail Tech Expo, eCommerce Packaging & Labeling Expo, The Business Show, and B2B Marketing Expo.
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Featured Speakers:
Marcel F. Schaerer - Deputy Director, Nevada Department of Business & Industry
Pierce Woodward - CEO & Founder of Brand Pierre
Heather Marianna - CEO of Beauty Kitchen
Saul Ramos - Nevada SBA District Director, U.S. Small Business Administration
David Naumann - Global Retail Marketing Strategy Leader, Verizon Business
Conference Details:
Where: Las Vegas, Nevada
When: October 15-16th
Best for: senior-level or executive IT professionals who support retail businesses who are looking to network and learn.
Prioritizing interactivity and intimate roundtable discussions, Retail IT Connect is the retail tech conference for senior-IT leaders for the top retail companies in the United States. Retail IT Connect is crafted for experience, maximizing creativity and passion with panel debates, transformative content, one-on-one meetings, and exceptional networking opportunities you may not find anywhere else.
Find out if you qualify and request your invite here.
Featured Speakers:
Saritha Ivaturi - Chief Technology Officer at Guitar Center
David John Smith - Chief Technology Officer at 3Z Brands
Hector Almaguer - Chief Technology Officer at Blindster.com
Serge Moreau - VP of Technology at Tommy John
Matt Ezyk - Head of Technology & eCommerce at Pet Supermarket
Maggie Cowie - Senior Director of Application Development at Alex Lee, Inc.
Conference Details:
Where: Nashville, Tennessee
When: July 28-29th
Best for: branding or marketing professionals who support businesses operating in retail, CPG, DTC, or other consumer-facing industries.
Founded in 1994, CRMC is a conference dedicated to the world of marketing and branding. With many of the largest retail brands in the world attending, this could be a great opportunity to learn, connect, and grow your brand presence. With meetups, roundtables, workshops, and exclusive case study presentations focused on CPG, DTC, and other retail-adjacent industries, CRMC 2025 is poised to be one of the biggest retail tech conferences in the Midwest.
Register and lock in your room.
Featured Speakers:
Neil Pasricha - Happiness Expert, New York Times Bestselling Author, and TED speaker
Riaz Meghiji - Human Connection and Leadership Expert, Author
Shabnam Mogharabi - Positive Psychology Expert, Entertainment Executive, and Bestselling Author
Brand presentations from Bealls, BevMo!, Bombas, Carter’s, GAP Inc., Great Clips, Hilton, J.Crew, Lowes, McDonald’s, Michaels, OXXO, Omni Hotels and Resorts, PetSmart, Pizza Hut, Princess Cruise Lines, Sephora, Subway, Sweetgreen, The Home Depot, and Tyson Foods.
Conference Details:
Where: Chicago, Illinois
When: June 5-6th
Best for: retail professionals in tech-forward businesses who are looking to improve their workflows and supply chain or seeking networking opportunities with specific individuals.
ShopTalk is in the business of “uniting the entire retail ecosystem.” This retail tech conference is dedicated to clarifying the conversation around the rapidly transforming retail environment, with a focus on digitization, merchandising, and supply chain. The most unique opportunity that ShopTalk enables is its Meetup program — which facilitates 15-minute double opt-in meetings between any attendees. So, if there’s someone you absolutely must speak with, ShopTalk Fall just might be your chance!
Get your tickets and schedule your Meetup.
Past Featured Speakers:
Sharon Price John - CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop
Kyle Leahy - CEO of Glossier
Jennifer Wilson - SVP, Chief Marketing Officer at Lowe’s
Michelle Gansle - Global Chief Data and Analytics Officer at McDonald’s
Jennifer Hyman - Co-Founder & CEO of Rent the Runway
Conference Details:
Where: Chicago, Illinois
When: September 17-20th
East Coast
Best for: senior-level leadership who are looking to expand their skills in knowledge in the eCommerce and retail industries.
Serving as the eTail conference option for the Southeast United States, eTail Connect East is putting eCommerce at the forefront. Like other eTail events, this one is also invite-only and tailored for senior-level leadership specializing in marketing, eCommerce, and retail. With several keynote events and panels, eTail Connect East is shaping up to be one of the biggest yet.
Featured Speakers:
Smeeta Khetarpaul - SVP and Head of Marketing at The Children’s Place
Faraz Iqbal - Chief Technology Officer at Edible
Kelly Cook - CEO of David’s Bridal
Vivek Bharadwaj - Chief Data Officer at Happy Socks
Paul Myers - SVP of Technology at Fabletics
Conference Details:
Where: Palm Beach, Florida
When: May 7-9th
Best for: retail industry branding and strategy professionals who are interested in exploring tech integrations for their businesses.
With more than 2,000 meetings, 3,000+ attendees, and over 180 speakers, Lead Summit is poised to cap off Spring in NYC. This event is designed to help attendees learn high-impact strategies for their brands, dialogue with industry peers to solve some of the biggest challenges facing their companies, and experience transformational technologies that could be integrated into their workflows.
Featured Speakers:
Ellie Quartel - CDO & Head of DTC at Fossil Group
Kristin Patrick - CMO & CDO at Marc Jacobs
Ricardo Lajoie - Global Chief Merchant at Vans
Tracy Bay - SVP, Head of Strategy & Head of eCommerce at J.Crew Group
Steve Malony - CEO of Belkin
Conference Details:
Where: New York, New York
When: May 28-29th
Best for: retail and CPG innovators who are seeking a blend of community-building, technological exploration, and growth-centric learning.
Positioned as a community experience, CommerceNext brings digital, marketing, and technology retail leaders together. Blending a focus on peer-to-peer connections, actionable insights, and cutting-edge technology, this event is for anyone in the retail industry — from startups to global brands. Network with industry leaders, seek investing opportunities and work with peers to unlock exponential growth.
Apply for free admission or purchase your tickets.
Featured Speakers:
Tom Ward - EVP & Chief Operating Officer at Sam’s Club
Kim Waldmann - Global Chief Customer Officer at Footlocker
Craig Brommers - CMO at American Eagle
Fiona Tan - CTO at Wayfair
Stuart Hogue - SVP, US Consumer at Lands’ End
Conference Details:
Where: New York, New York
When: June 24-26th
Best for: any retail professional operating on the east coast who are looking to network and share ideas with their peers.
Designed to be a community cornerstone for retail innovators, eTail Boston brings some of retail's brightest minds, biggest ideas, and biggest challenges to the forefront. Level up your skills with mastermind sessions, connection-centric meetups, and hands-on workshops. Unlike other eTail events, Boston isn’t limited to senior-level leadership — making it one of the best opportunities for all retail professionals to experience the future of the industry.
Featured Speakers:
Jaclyn Fu - CEO of Pepper
Matt Trainor - SVP, Brand Creative & Marketing at Lands’ End
PJ Olesak - CEO of Nuts.com
Ryan McClurkin - Chief Analytics Officer of JTV
Meredith Glansberg - Chief Revenue Officer at Quip.
Conference Details:
Where: Boston, Massachusetts
When: August 11-14th
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