The Top 10 Retail Conferences You Need to Attend in 2024

Are you a retailer, marketing guru or just want to delve deeper into the world of e-commerce?

You’re in luck! With 6 months into the year, the latter half of the year awaits the next best retail conferences for you.  Make sure you read this, as this article will guide you through the best top retail conferences of 2024 from all over the world!

GROW New York Summer Conference 2024 - July 9, 2024

The GROW New York Summer Conference, hosted by GROW, is a dynamic event for the next generation of retail leaders. This conference brings together inspiring speakers, practical lessons, and networking opportunities.

Unlike traditional conferences, GROW assures days filled with fun and relevant lessons. GROW brings together the friendliest, smartest and most approachable leaders in the e-commerce industry. From speakers like Rick Cadotte from Four Sigmatic and Nik Sharma of Sharma Brands— get ready to explore the next generation of retail events, designed to empower e-commerce professionals.

Location: Center 415, Manhattan New York

Website: https://www.joingrow.com/event/new-york-summer

Conference Type: Business Conference

Prosper+ NYC 2024 - August 6, 2024

Organized by Emerald X, LLC, the Prosper Show is where established ecommerce sellers (like Amazon and Walmart) gather to network, connect, and learn how to make their independent businesses more profitable.

Now in its second year, Prosper+ NYC 2024 is a one-day event where established marketplace sellers connect for Think Tanks workshops, education, and networking – all designed to help supersize your online marketplace business.

Location: Javits Convention Center, New York City, USA

Website: https://prospershow.com/

Conference Type: Tradeshow

Paris Retail Week 2024 - September 17-19, 2024

Paris Retail Week is the leading event for omnichannel commerce, held annually in Paris. This annual event brings together major brands, retailers, and solution providers. It serves as a platform to decipher trends, explore innovations within the retail sector, and find practical solutions.

This year, the team is “RETAILIGENCE”, focusing on Retail Intelligence in all its forms. With over 20,000 participants, major brands, retail and solution providers will gather— forming new relationships and expanding each other’s network. Expect 200+ talks, 370 exhibitors and topics covering omnichannel commerce, CSR, customer experience, and many more!

Location: Paris Porte de Versailles Pav 7.3

Website: https://www.parisretailweek.com/en/

Conference Type: Tradeshow

eCommerce Expo London 2024 - September 18-19, 2024

With over 12000+ B2B and B2C senior e-commerce professionals, 300+ world leading e-commerce solution providers, 200+ hours of live visionary content by industry-leading speakers and brands, the eCommerce Expo is the UK’s largest eCommerce event, serving the ultimate destination for both B2C and B2B businesses operating in the UK and selling online.

If you’re interesting in learning more about acquisition, retention, operations and logistics, this expo is the one for you! Network with fellow B2C and B2B e-commerce professionals at an amazing event like this one.

Location: ExCeL London, Royal Victoria Dock, London, E16 1XL

Website: https://www.ecommerceexpo.co.uk/

Conference Type: Tradeshow

Commerce Roundtable San Diego 2024 - September 23-24, 2024

The Commerce Roundtable is an event that brings together the best minds in the direct-to-consumer (DTC) space. It’s a platform where brands, merchants, and marketers collaborate, exchange insights, and navigate the future of commerce.

From having the opportunity to problem solve with DTC retention experts, to embracing the SoCal lifestyle with sunset cocktails, these two days of learnings will not only be filled with tactful takeaways but panoramic views.

Location: Port Pavilion on Broadway Pier, 1000 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101

Website: https://www.commerceroundtable.com/

Conference Type: Business Conference

GroceryShop 2024 - October 7-9, 2024

Groceryshop is the global event for grocery & CPG innovation. It delves into the transformation of grocery retailing and consumer goods production.

Organized by Hyve International Events LTD, it spans supermarkets, convenience stores, ecommerce, and more, exploring how consumers discover, shop, and purchase products in the digital era, with a focus on building profitable, efficient, and resilient businesses with AI applications.

From fresh foods to household items, it covers the latest technologies and trends shaping the industry, with over 165 industry luminaries, 175+ speakers and 50+ sessions.

Location: Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas

Website: https://groceryshop.com/

Conference Type: Tradeshow

National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) Show 2024 - October 7-10, 2024

Organized by the NACS association themselves, the NACS Show brings together convenience and fuel retailing industry professionals for four days of learning, buying and selling and a networking experience of a lifetime.

Explore new suppliers, greet fellow entrepreneurs and experience innovative new product offerings. Explore 430,000+ square feet of expo space, featuring more than 1,200 exhibitors specializing in food all the way to technology and facility operations. Be among the first to get an up-close look and engage with the technologies and innovations of tomorrow!

Location: Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada

Website: https://www.nacsshow.com/

Conference Type: Tradeshow

eTail Germany Connect 2024 - October 16-17, 2024

Hosted by Worldwide Business Research, eTail Germany Connect is a gathering made for retail e-commerce and digital marketing executives. It was made to provide executives a high-level network to learn from their peers, with pre-qualified benchmarking meetings with solution providers.

Location: Hotel Palace, Berlin Germany

Website:  https://etailconnectgermany.wbresearch.com/

Conference Type: Business Conference

Shoptalk - October 16-18, 2024

Managed by Hyve International Events Ltd, Shoptalk is known worldwide as the organizers of the retail industry’s very best events. Customers flock to their shows to hear from the greatest minds, immerse themselves in an unmissable atmosphere, attend mind-blowing parties, and open themselves up to a whole world of game-changing opportunities.

With a focus on retail innovation and digital transformation, Shoptalk Fall brings together over 150+ senior retail leaders to discuss advanced tech, e-commerce, merchandising, marketing, trends, and evolving consumer behaviors. Join in and have 1:1 meetings, make valuable connections, and enjoy exciting dinners and parties with minds alike.

Location: McCormick Place Convention Center, Chicago

Website: https://fall.shoptalk.com/

Conference Type: Business Conference

Customer Engagement Summit - October 16-18, 2024

With over 1,000 attendees and more than 100 presentations, the Customer Engagement Summit is a jam-packed day covering all aspects of customer engagement. Attendees will hear from top-level speakers from world-class brands, who will draw on real-life case studies to showcase the latest innovations in the CX world. They’ll share valuable, actionable ideas and strategies to enhance customer engagement.

The event features roundtable sessions and one-on-one meetings, discussing topics such as creating a customer-centric culture and the future of CX.

Don’t miss out—this summit is like a power-up for your customer engagement game!

Location: The Brewery, London

Website: https://www.engagecustomer.com/events/customer-engagement-summit

Conference Type: Business Conference

Wrapping Up

The clock is ticking, but there's still plenty of time to pick the perfect retail conference for you! Whether you’re in search of a tradeshow, a business conference, or a niche event focused on grocery stores or customer engagement, this list has you covered.

Embark on a journey of learning and networking by attending a retail conference. Whether you’re representing a business, attending as an investor, or simply eager to learn, these conferences promise valuable insights and connections. Don't miss out on the opportunity to grow your knowledge and have a great time!