RFID Un-plugged: How RFID is Changing the Game 

Marty is a Partner and National Retail Leader for Deloitte in Canada. He has been advising the Retail industry for 28 years.  He has advised over 30 retailers in North America and internationally on programs focused on driving significant financial and operational improvements.   

He is focused on ensuring that Retailers can realize the business value of large technology modernization initiatives.  These projects bring numerous challenges to clients in how to adapt their businesses to become more competitive and respond to changing industry dynamics.  He is a retail thought leader that has been quoted in The Wall Street Journal, BNN and Retail Insider and initiated several retail studies and industry leading benchmarking programs. 

As the founder of The Smart Factory by Deloitte @ Montreal, Alan is responsible for the leadership of our state-of-the-art experience centre where clients can visualize their warehouse and manufacturing operations of the future. He has over 25 years of experience in supply chain strategy, distribution network design, WMS implementation and distribution centre simulation, design, and implementation in a variety of industries and countries. He is a recognized guest speaker at important industry conferences across North America related to supply chain strategy, warehousing, and automation.

Marshall Kay leads Avery Dennison’s Retail Transformation Services team, helping retailers and brands fully capitalize on RFID and other Connected Product solutions in their stores and supply chains.  As a Forbes Retail Contributor, and in his role as a Founder & Managing Director of retail consultancy RFID Sherpas, he has advanced the retail community’s understanding and use of RFID over the past decade.  Marshall is an elected member of the Loss Prevention Research Council’s Board of Advisors.

Devin Hryhoruk is an accomplished cultural and strategic leader in the retail industry, with a robust track record of driving innovation and modernization. With over 20 years of experience, Devin has played a pivotal role in transforming retail operations to meet the demands of today’s dynamic customer needs. As the Associate Vice President of Operations at Mark’s, a division of Canadian Tire, Devin oversees strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and elevate customer experiences. Devin’s leadership has led to the successful implementation of advanced technologies, including a company-wide RFID program, which has significantly improved inventory management and streamlined processes. Devin is known for his forward-thinking approach to retail modernization, focusing not only on technological advancements but also on fostering a people-centric culture. Devin leads a team driving the advancement of retail by integrating physical, digital, and operational channels. By prioritizing these elements, Devin has driven meaningful improvements in both employee experiences and customer loyalty.