Agenda

Full Agenda
Monday, June 2
Tuesday, June 3
Wednesday, June 4

Monday, June 2

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM EST

Cinq a Sept 

Dans le cadre de L’événement STORE 24, le CCCD organise le fameux cocktail Québec, le Cinq à sept. Tous les membres du secteur du détail sont invités à prendre part à cette réception gratuite afin de réseauter avec les délégués francophones du Québec et de l’ensemble du Canada. 

Tuesday, June 3

7:30 AM - 7:00 PM EST
Registration Open
7:30 AM - 8:45 AM EST
Networking Breakfast
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM EST

Welcoming Remarks

Main Session Hall

Diane J. Brisebois

President & CEO

Retail Council of Canada

Santo Ligotti

Vice President of Member Services and Marketing

Retail Council of Canada

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM EST

Navigating Economic and Social Currents in Retail 

Ira Kalish

Chief Global Economist

Deloitte

In an era defined by economic volatility, demographic transitions, and evolving social trends, retailers face unprecedented challenges and opportunities in the global business landscape. Ira Kalish, Chief Global Economist with Deloitte explores how macroeconomic factors such as inflation, supply chain disruptions, and international trade policies intersect with shifting consumer demographics and social expectations. 

9:30 AM - 10:10 AM EST

Retailer – Brand Growth and Transformation

10:10 AM - 10:15 AM EST
Fast Five Sponsor Highlight
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM EST

Session 3

10:45 AM - 11:30 AM EST
Networking Break
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM EST
Morning Concurrent Sessions
12:15 PM - 1:45 PM EST
Networking Lunch
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM EST
Lunch and Learn Sessions
1:45 PM - 2:30 PM EST
Afternoon Concurrent Sessions
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM EST
Networking Break
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM EST

Modernizing the Value Chain in Retail  

Alain Sawaya

Partner and National Service Line Leader, Supply Chain and Procurement

KPMG

3:45 PM - 3:50 PM EST
Fast Five Sponsor Highlight
3:50 PM - 4:25 PM EST

The AI Advantage in Retail 

Step into the future of retail with this dynamic session, featuring Sharon Gai, leading AI expert and exclusive interviews with leading retail innovators. Dive deep into the transformative power of AI, uncovering the tremendous opportunities it brings and the challenges it poses. Discover actionable insights on how businesses of all sizes can leverage AI to gain a competitive edge, streamline operations, automate workflows, and make smarter, data-driven decisions to fuel growth and profitability. This session will inspire you to harness AI’s potential and reshape your business for success. 

Sharon Gai

AI and Innovation Expert

4:25 PM - 4:30 PM EST
Closing Remarks
4:30 PM - 5:45 PM EST
Cocktail Reception

Wednesday, June 4

7:30 AM - 7:00 PM EST
Registration Open
7:45 AM - 8:45 AM EST
Networking Breakfast
9:00 AM - 9:15 AM EST

Welcoming Remarks

Diane J. Brisebois

President & CEO

Retail Council of Canada

Santo Ligotti

Vice President of Member Services and Marketing

Retail Council of Canada

9:15 AM - 10:00 AM EST

The Playbook for Leadership Success

Brian Burke

NHL Leader, Community Activist, Philanthropist

10:00 AM - 10:05 AM EST
Fast Five Sponsor Highlight
10:05 AM - 10:35 AM EST

Session 7

10:35 AM - 10:40 AM EST
Fast Five Sponsor Highlight
10:40 AM - 11:15 AM EST

Session 8

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM EST
Networking Break
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM EST
Morning Concurrent Sessions
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM EST
Networking Lunch
2:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST
Exhibit Floor Closes
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM EST

Session 9

2:45 PM - 2:50 PM EST
Fast Five Sponsor Highlight
2:50 PM - 3:25 PM EST

Session 10

3:25 PM - 3:30 PM EST
Closing Remarks