Ariel Haroush

Ariel Haroush

CEO and Founder of Outform

Outform


Ariel Haroush is a globally recognized retail innovator, entrepreneur, and technology futurist with more than two decades of experience at the intersection of design, marketing, and technology. As the Founder and CEO of Outform, he has transformed the company from a start-up in 2003 into a leading global retail experience powerhouse.

A respected thought leader and speaker, Ariel is passionate about shaping the future of commerce. His philosophy is simple yet powerful: the true magic of retail emerges when insight, creativity, and technology converge to create human-centered experiences. Under his leadership, Outform has redefined how brands connect with consumers, building environments that not only inspire but also convert.

Haroush has collaborated with some of the world’s most influential brands and retailers, including Intel, Dick's Sporting Goods, Google, Amazon, and Samsung, helping them embrace retail innovation and deliver meaningful, measurable impact. His pioneering vision has also led to the launch of Future Stores, a revolutionary concept in dynamic retail pop-ups designed to empower brands with plug and play immersive environments in iconic high-street locations.

Ariel continues to push the boundaries of retail, championing the shift from omnichannel to truly unified commerce, where digital and physical touchpoints seamlessly blend. Driven by his dare to innovate spirit, Ariel Haroush remains at the forefront of global retail innovation, relentlessly exploring how technology can elevate brand experiences, create deeper consumer connections, and define the next era of commerce.

Speaking in:

Tuesday Jan 13

10:30am - 11:00am

Elevating retail experiences in the digital age: Building the future of in-store media

In today’s digital-first world, bricks-and-mortar retail must evolve to meet rising consumer expectations — and that evolution begins with purposeful, experience-driven technology. This session explores how retailers can use in-store digitization not just to modernize spaces, but to create immersive, high-impact experiences that drive engagement and conversion. Learn how digital content at the point of purchase can strengthen brand storytelling, influence decision-making, and transform traditional store layouts into interactive, shopper-centric environments. Speakers will share proven strategies for integrating technology that enhances — not distracts from — the customer journey, along with insights into designing scalable solutions that balance creativity with commercial results. Attendees will walk away with actionable ideas to elevate the in-store experience, align digital tools with shopper behavior, and create environments that convert curiosity into loyalty.