Gurhan Kok
Founder
invent.ai
Gurhan Kok, notable for his academic contributions, is the CEO and founder of Invent Analytics which provides inventory planning solutions using AI-powered analytics and financial profit optimization models to help retailers improve their supply chain. Specializing in retail solutions, Invent Analytics focuses on inventory, pricing, and fulfillment optimization. Gurhan received his Ph.D. from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 2003, and has previously served as a tenured faculty member at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and a visiting scholar at MIT. His research in supply chain management and retail operations has been recognized with the Marie Curie International Fellowship grant. His work is published in top journals like Management Science, underscoring his expertise in the field.
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Tuesday Jan 14th
10:15am - 11:00am
Expo, Level 3, Expo Stage 5
Be the first to access exclusive insights as Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research reveals findings from Coresight’s highly anticipated "10 Trends in Artificial Intelligence for 2025" report. This session will uncover how AI innovations are transforming retail - from predictive analytics and hyper-personalization to supply chain breakthroughs - reshaping the future of consumer engagement, operational efficiency, and business strategy.
Designed as a strategic guide for retail leaders, this research highlights actionable opportunities to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.
Join us to discover the top AI trends set to redefine retail and gain practical strategies to harness AI in your organization. Don’t miss this opportunity to get ahead with insights that will shape 2025 and beyond.
Tuesday Jan 14th
1:00pm - 1:45pm
Expo, Level 3, Expo Stage 3
Retail is navigating unprecedented challenges amid today’s rapidly shifting technology landscape. The emergence of AI, fluctuating consumer demand, frequent promotions, and the complexities of managing seasonal stock require innovative, data-driven strategies to stay ahead and satisfy customer needs.
Join industry leaders as they discuss how AI technology is transforming merchandise planning. They’ll share insights on how a simplified approach to AI-driven solutions enables more accurate, agile decision-making, leading to improved outcomes for both retailers and shoppers.
Don’t miss this valuable session, where you’ll gain a deeper understanding of emerging trends and next-generation retail strategies in the apparel sector.