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Retail has entered a data boom, with AI in Retail providing retailers unprecedented access to numbers, insights, and powerful tools. As the industry experiences an uptick in sales, those who know how to leverage this data are gaining a significant advantage. Discover how to transform your store's data into smarter buying strategies, tighter inventory management, and stronger financial decisions.

Speaker: Dane Cohen, Management One

Sponsor: Dune Jewelry

Artificial intelligence in retail is  transforming the industry, yet it doesn't have to alter the unique qualities that make your business stand out. Discover five effective retail profit strategies that buyers and retailers can implement using  AI. You'll learn how to save time, enhance marketing efforts, streamline operations, and make informed business decisions—all while maintaining your business' personal touch. 

Speaker: Melissa Steadman, Moonbridge Consulting

Sponsor: Evelyn & Kate

This dynamic session reveals how entrepreneurs can transition from invisibility to influence through strategic PR. Learn how to enhance your digital presence, craft compelling story angles, and pitch journalists with newsworthy ideas. Discover how consistent media coverage and building strong relationships will enhance your credibility, visibility, and create long-term momentum for your brand.

Speaker: Jennifer Johnson, The Confident Entrepreneur

Sponsor: RetailBuzz 365

Running out of best-sellers or overstocked shelves can sink your sales, especially in today's competitive landscape. Learn practical strategies for tracking, ordering, and managing inventory, ensuring you always have the right products at the right time. Discover how AI in retail can help you reduce waste, improve cash flow, and keep your store operating smoothly.

Speaker: Ciara Stockeland, Inventory Genius

Sponsor: Jackie Gallagher Designs

Instead of overwhelming you with complicated operations manuals or corporate jargon, you'll learn a practical framework for building systems one step at a time. You'll discover how simple checklists, workflows, and clear processes become valuable business assets that improve consistency, strengthen your team, and enable a business that can continue growing without relying on you for everything. 

Speaker: Kathy Cruz, Savvy Shopkeeper

Sponsor: Smart Glass Jewelry

Discover fresh, high-impact merchandising strategies that transform every inch of your sales floor into a profitable selling opportunity. Learn from expert Michael Hale on how to create eye-catching displays, maximize valuable space, and enhance the customer experience. These proven retail profit strategies will spark discovery, boost engagement, and drive measurable sales results.

Speaker: Michael Hale, Retail REHAB

Sponsor: Living in Glass Houses