Global Innovations in Retail ‘26

Bringing together strategic minds and pioneers from Australia’s retail landscape, the event will explore the emerging innovations, consumer behaviours, and technologies shaping the future of retail both locally and globally.

The exclusive breakfast will feature keynote insights and discussions from four high-profile industry leaders:

• - MD, Bunnings Group Limited
• - CEO, THE ICONIC
• - MD, Wesfarmers OneDigital & President, ARA
• - COO, Nick Scali Limited

This annual CEO event provides a unique platform for leaders to share perspectives, challenge assumptions, and collaborate on driving customer-centric transformation across the sector.

The event will be hosted by , recognised as Australia’s pre-eminent retail strategist and founder of Retail Doctor Group. With over 30 years’ experience building, advising, and transforming retail businesses both locally and internationally, Brian is a sought-after advisor and commentator known for his expertise in consumer insight, retail strategy, and business transformation.

Discussion will focus on the the drivers reshaping performance across 2026:

• insight-led agility
• organisational fitness
• customer-centred innovation
• future retail trends

and the retail leadership required to compete in an increasingly global marketplace.

👉 A light breakfast and barista coffee will be served on the morning.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of retail.

• Retail leaders, founders, and senior management teams: Complimentary attendance and breakfast.

• Vendors, service providers, solution partners: $75 ticket contribution - only 35 seats available.

• Journalists and reporters: Complimentary attendance and breakfast - only 10 seats available.

​​​​​👉 All partner-ticket revenue will be directed as a donation to our nominated charity, FightMND.

📆 Friday, 27 February 2026

🕥 07:00 - 10:00 AM AEDT

Get your tickets now to avoid disappointment. See you there!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Art Gallery of New South Wales, Art Gallery Road, Sydney, Australia

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