Retail is evolving faster than ever — and the people shaping its future deserve to be seen and heard. That’s the idea behind Retail Voices by NRF, a spotlight program created in partnership with RETHINK Retail to recognize influential leaders whose insights, experience and public presence help guide the industry forward.
Now in its second year, the program honors 50 standout voices from across retail and consumer goods — from senior executives to rising luminaries — who are driving innovation, fostering community and helping others navigate change with clarity and confidence.
These honorees are more than just thought leaders. They’re connectors, creators and catalysts for progress. Whether they’re speaking on stage, sharing ideas online or leading transformation inside their organizations, each Retail Voice brings a unique perspective to the challenges and opportunities facing retail today.
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The Retail Voices 2026 program was more competitive than ever, with over 400 nominations and a hard cap of just 50 participants.
While we deeply value every nominee's contributions to the retail industry, we had to make difficult decisions.
The following sections list the most common reasons a nominee may not have been selected.
What are the selection criteria and common reasons for non-selection?
Who made the selections?
What can I do if I wasn't selected?
