Matthew Shay
President and CEO
National Retail Federation
Matthew Shay is president and CEO of the National Retail Federation, the world’s largest retail trade association and foremost industry group focused on the people, policies, ideas and technologies shaping the consumer retail economy. He serves as chief advocate and spokesman for the nation’s largest private-sector industry employer, responsible for supporting one in four U.S. jobs – 52 million working Americans – and generating $3.9 trillion in annual GDP. Since his arrival in 2010, Shay has transformed NRF into Washington’s most powerful voice supporting the retail industry. Under his tenure, membership and revenue have more than doubled and the organization’s influence has grown significantly inside Washington, across the United States and globally. He has led the organization to new levels of effectiveness on policy issues, increasing awareness of the industry’s economic impact and expanding political engagement. Shay has held leadership positions in the retail, consumer and services sector for more than 20 years. Before NRF, he served as president and CEO of the International Franchise Association, which represents more than 1,400 franchise companies in retail and other industries around the world. He is a graduate of Wittenberg University in Springfield, Ohio, and The Ohio State University College of Law, and holds a master’s degree in business administration from the Georgetown University McDonough School of Business.
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Tuesday Jan 14th
8:30am - 9:15am
Javits North, Level 5, SAP Theatre
Join this fireside chat to hear fresh insights from David Solomon, Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, on the global economy, capital markets, the geopolitical landscape, the impact of generative AI and more. These and other macro factors point to interesting times for the health of the global consumer and the retail industry overall.
Monday Jan 13th
9:00am - 9:30am
Javits North, Level 5, SAP Theatre
Tommy 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.
Monday Jan 13th
9:30am - 10:00am
Javits North, Level 5, SAP Theatre
Corie Barry, CEO of Best Buy, is committed to surrounding herself with people she can learn from and focusing every day on leaving things better than she found them — including Best Buy. In a fast-paced retail environment, stewardship remains key to navigating change and creating long-term value for customers and communities. By embracing this approach, Corie leads Best Buy in being a purpose-driven company that makes a meaningful impact in a world that continues to change. Hear Corie explore these principles in a fireside chat with NRF President and CEO, Matthew Shay.
Sunday Jan 12th
3:30pm - 4:00pm
Javits North, Level 5, SAP Theatre
Doug Herrington, CEO of Worldwide Amazon Stores, will talk about how Amazon continues to evolve to meet the needs of customers. Herrington will share lessons he’s learned from Amazon’s successes and failures, how robots and automation are reshaping Amazon’s operations and improving employee safety, and how Amazon is approaching the game-changing opportunities created by generative AI.
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