Reaching younger consumers and accelerating global momentum: A conversation with New Balance President & CEO Joe PrestonIn an era where heritage and innovation converge, transforming a 118-year-old company into a modern powerhouse pushes itself to think and act differently. Discover how New Balance has seized the cultural zeitgeist to resonate with rising generations while still appealing to its core running consumer - through its world-class operations, omnichannel strategy, athlete collaborations, domestic manufacturing and more - to ultimately create athletic shoes worn by everyone from supermodels in London to dads in Ohio. In this session, New Balance President & CEO Joe Preston will speak to the strategies behind the storied brand’s remarkable evolution to spark and sustain global growth and capture consumer attention.
Mastering the game of business and brands: A conversation with A-Rod Corp’s Alex Rodriguez and Dylan’s Candy Bar CEO Dylan LaurenJoin Alex Rodriguez, Chairman and CEO of A-Rod Corp, and Dylan Lauren, Founder and CEO of Dylan’s Candy Bar, for an insightful discussion on building thriving businesses and game-changing brands through innovation and strategic partnerships. Following his Hall-of-Fame Major League Baseball career, Alex Rodriguez founded investment company, A-Rod Corp, which excels at turning potential into success by leveraging extensive expertise and a visionary approach to investments across diverse business sectors. Inspired by the legacy of her father’s storied career, Dylan Lauren (daughter of Ralph Lauren), founded Dylan’s Candy Bar in 2001, which revolutionized the candy industry by blending fashion, art, and pop culture, creating a one-of-a-kind consumer experience. Learn how these two industry leaders harness a start-up mentality and collaborative spirit to drive their businesses forward, explore new opportunities, and engage customers in novel ways. Discover their secrets to fostering innovation and achieving exceptional results in today’s competitive market.
Retail’s Big Power Hour: Part IIn this three-part series of 20-minute fireside chats, hear from the industry’s hottest brands and retailers about how they are changing the game to succeed against new and incumbent competitors.
Retail’s Big Power Hour: Part IIIn this three-part series of 20-minute fireside chats, hear from the industry’s hottest brands and retailers about how they are changing the game to succeed against new and incumbent competitors.
NRF chairman’s opening and welcome: Game-changing times for the retail industryNRF Chairman and President and CEO of Walmart U.S., John Furner, welcomes Big Show attendees and provides a look at the state of the retail industry. Retail is in the midst of a rapid revolution. AI has exploded how business gets done. Social platforms are taking over search engines. Circularity has come full circle. And Gen Alpha shoppers are poised to become the most powerful consumers ever. What we’re living through now aren’t just changes, they’re game changers.
Retail’s Big Power Hour: Part IIIIn this three-part series of 20-minute fireside chats, hear from the industry’s hottest brands and retailers about how they are changing the game to succeed against new and incumbent competitors.
The Visionary 2025: A 40-Year Journey with Tommy Hilfiger and NRF President and CEO, Matthew ShayTommy Hilfiger, a fashion icon and innovator, has revolutionized global retail through his pioneering spirit and commitment to inclusivity. From launching his brand in 1985 to becoming a distinguished leader in the fashion industry, Tommy has consistently pushed the boundaries of style. In this fireside chat, he will join NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay to recount his remarkable 40-year journey; from selling clothes out of the trunk of his car to establishing a world-renowned brand that masterfully balances heritage with creative agility and innovation. Gain insights into Tommy’s impact on the retail industry and his enduring legacy in blending classic American style with pop culture.
