Top Retail Speakers

You have probably heard that many retail giants are closing hundreds of stores due to fast-paced advancements in the consumption trend and disruptive technology. With the rise of e-commerce, you must be wondering how the future of retail will look like.

Our top Retail speakers have visionary standpoints concerning a variety of topics. They are prepared to answer questions such as – ‘are we all going to shop from the comfort of our homes?’ or ‘will automation replace traditional shopping services?’ Book a keynote to unravel the fate of retail in a technological savvy society.

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Speakers about retail (26)

David Bosshart

CEO of Gottlieb Duttweiler Institute, economist and consumer specialist

Switzerland

Speaker David Bosshart is the CEO of GID and an economist, and futurist speaker. David demonstrates the benefits of technology and how using strategic methods of advancement could optimize ideas in any organization. David specializes in data...

Julien Callede

Entrepreneur and co- founder of "Made.com"

Speaker Julien Callede is a co-founder of startup company Made.com and an entrepreneurial educator. Julien inspires audiences with tales of the world of entrepreneurship. He educates on various topics within entrepreneurship and opens their minds to...

Tim Kirkland

Grow your brand and shape the future of your organization in all possible circumstances with The Renegade Philosophy

USA

Speaker Tim Kirkland is the ultimate business growth authority. With over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, he knows how to bring in more clients and increase sales. Each year, more than 20.000 people attend Tim’s unique...

Melissa Gonzalez

Innovator, entrepreneur, Chief Pop-Up Architect™ and retail expert guiding companies through change and the future of retail

USA

Speaker Melissa Gonzalez is the founder The Lionesque Group, an award-winning creative strategy firm, and Clark, an interactive platform that empowers consumers to connect with digital and physical brand experiences. Drawing on her success as a Wall...

Sterling Hawkins

Inspirational innovator and co-founder of CART who can help your organization enhance your dynamics

USA

Speaker Sterling Hawkins is a futurist, business leader and a forward-thinking innovator proven to enhance you and your business' dynamics. Working closely with large companies in reaching their goals, Sterling provides insight for those looking to...

Mike Anthony

Shopper marketing expert helping businesses to position themselves better and understand their markets

Thailand

The world of retail and shopping seems to constantly be changing in this fast-paced world. Luckily, shopper marketing speaker Mike Anthony is an expert on this and knows exactly how to get you transformed to fit the current trends. Mike has worked...

Alexandra Wilkis Wilson

Innovation icon and award-winning entrepreneur sharing unique stories that can make a difference worldwide

USA

Speaker Alexandra Wilkis Wilson shares stories that make a huge difference in for businesses of every size around the world. She is a New York City-based entrepreneur and deal-maker in digital commerce, luxury merchandising and business...

Cate Trotter

Expert on the future of retail and experienced public speaker helping companies adapt to innovative change in retail

Retail expert and speaker Cate Trotter was named the 26th most influential professional in retail. Cate speaks about the future of retail and business and is also Head of Trends at Insider Trends. Her keynotes are educating, inspiring and consist of...

Anna Bance

Award-winning Entrepreneur and founder of GirlMeetsDress.com on a mission to giving all girls a Cinderella moment.

Speaker Anna Bance is the founder of Europe’s leading online rental website, GirlMeetsDress.com. Anna is an award-winning entrepreneur and has a background in fashion and...

Gary Magenta

Customer experience guru with more than 30 years of business experience building businesses around the world

USA

Keynote speaker Gary Magenta inspires, transforms and elevates his clients’ work and lives. Drawing on over 30 years of business experience while using storytelling and humor to engage his audiences has made Gary a highly sought after media...

Catherine Barba

Serial entrepreneur, expert in omnichannel commerce, digital transformations, and digital retail developing the PEPS Lab

USA

Our keynote speaker Catherine Barba is a serial entrepreneur and an expert in omnichannel commerce, digital retail and digital transformations. She is an energetic speaker who provides audiences with the keys they need to thrive in the digital...

Sara Riis-Carstensen

Successful Global Director of brand development at LEGO who has driven several iconic brand campaigns around the world

USA

Keynote speaker Sara Riis-Carstensen is the creator of LEGO’s global brand strategy. She draws on experience from positions at Carlsberg and Giorgio Armani, giving audiences a unique insight into how LEGO is regularly ranked as one of the most...

Kaihan Krippendorff

Recognized thought leader and strategy & innovation expert specializing in digital strategies for an ever-changing world

USA

Keynote speaker Dr. Kaihan Krippendorff is the founder of the growth strategy consulting firm, Outthinker, a former McKinsey consultant and author of four business strategy books. Kaihan specializes in serving financial service, technology, and...

Kate Ancketill

CEO of GDR Creative Intelligence specializing in strategic inspiration for leading companies, futurist and trend spotter

Keynote speaker Kate Ancketill is the CEO of GDR Creative Intelligence, a global consultancy specialised on strategic inspiration for world leading companies. Her keynotes are vivid innovation drivers and provide expertise on development in the...

Alan O’Neill MBA

Transform and inspire your people & organisation to drive change and build a high-performance customer-centric culture with The Change Agent - Alan O'Neill.

Ireland

Known as “The Change Agent”, Alan has over thirty years of experience from the front line to the board room supporting high profile brands to achieve amazing results. In a dynamic world, he knows what it takes to drive change in a business –...

Ken Hughes

Leading consumer & shopper behaviouralist and thought leader in the field of shopper marketing and digital strategy

Ireland

Keynote speaker Ken Hughes is a global thought-leader in the fields of Shopper Marketing and Shopper Centricity, Omnichannel and Digital Strategy, and Retail Futurology. He delivers thought-provoking and inspiring speeches in a highly energetic and...

Dr. Alex Granger

International speaker, thought leader, author, consulting specialist

South Africa

Speaker Alex Granger is one of the top expert of personal mastery, leadership and high performance. As a consulting specialist, Alex has insight into the rapidly changing business world and knows about the challenges companies have to face. His...

Andy Preston

Sales expert and energetic sales trainer recognised as one of the top sales persons in the UK sharing his best techniques

Our keynote speaker Andy Preston’s motto is sell more. more often. The experienced top-buyer and sales-person is a highly sought-after keynote speaker with the ability to engage, motivate and inspire his attendees. Andy Preston gives trainings,...

James E. Dion

Retail expert and consultant, trainer and author known to help companies reposition their retail business

USA

Our keynote speaker James E. Dion (Jim) is an internationally acknowledged consultant, trainer and author. He is one of North America's leading experts on consumer trends, retail technology, selling and service, retail merchandising &...

Martin Lindstrom

Author of the world-renowned book “Buyology” and expert on branding, culture building and business transformation

Australia

Brand-guru and inspirational speaker Martin Lindstrom is a world-leading expert on branding and transforming your business. His popular keynotes are thought-provoking while being practical and...

Martin Roll

Execute. global business strategist and advisor counselling on building strong brands that survive through any change

Denmark, Singapore

Keynote speaker Martin Roll is a world-renowned thought-leader, global business strategist and senior advisor to Fortune 100 and prominent business families on the most important issues in managing successful global businesses and exercising great...

Michael Port

Marketing expert, author and blogger at the Huffington Post currently developing marketing & productivity software programs

USA

He has been called a "marketing guru" by the Wall Street Journal. Keynote speaker Michael Port is a popular speaker and bestselling author. He delivers keynotes with a passion and humor. Michael speaks about marketing, sales, and thinking...

Peter Siljerud

Futurist, trendspotter and Business Director of Futurewise known as one of the most creative people in Sweden

Sweden

Keynote speaker Peter Siljerud is an experienced and acclaimed futurist and trendspotter who always succeeds to challenge and inspire his audience. His talks present trends and visions of the future that are useful for all types of industries and...

Sarah Willingham

Successful serial entrepreneur and leading consumer expert sharing her personal story about her way to success

Keynote speaker Sarah Willingham is an entrepreneur and leading consumer expert. She is a thriving business woman, loving mother of four and holds three business degrees. On stage, she passionately shares her story about driving for success and...

Ståle Økland (Stale Okland)

Trend Expert, Globetrotter, Writer, founder and director of Global Retail Trends advising on trends and marketing

Norway

Our keynote speaker Ståle Økland is a Norwegian trend expert, globetrotter, writer and thinker. He is also the founder and director of Global Retail Trends, an international trend agency specializing in retail...

Terry Hawkins

Talented transformational speaker with a great knowledge on how to optimize people and their performances

USA

Terry Hawkins is funny, successful and talented. She knows a lot about people, performance and how to optimize both. Her keynotes are easy to understand and easy to use. Terry’s audiences always walk away invigorated and ready to implement great...