PALM SPRINGS, CA
Who you’ll hear from
Chuck D
Leader / Frontman
Toni Roeller
SVP, In-Store Environment
Paul Loux
VP, Store Design & Experience
Heidi Blesy
VP of Studio Development
Rick Neira
VP, Store Design, & Merchandise Operations
Steve Lamontagne
VP, Portfolio Optimization
Melissa Gonzalez
Principal/Founder
Lee Peterson
EVP, Thought Leadership
Casual Encounters Karaoke
Live Band
Much More
To be announced
The things we’re going to do…
Explore New Ideas
Hang at Frank Sinatra’s Estate
Group Run/Walks
Evaluate New Partners
Enjoy Live Music!
Reconnect with Industry Friends!
Explore New Ideas
Hang at Frank Sinatra’s Estate
Evaluate New Partners
Enjoy Live Music!
Group Run/Walks
Reconnect with Industry Friends!
Topics we’re going to explore
Advancing Sustainability in Store Development
Piloting and Testing New Store Formats
Streamlining Rollouts With New Tech + Analytics
How Generative AI, Like ChatGPT, will Transform Retail
Creating In-Store Experiences that Resonate
Optimizing Real Estate Portfolios in a Competitive Market
Tackling Escalating Development Costs
Avoiding a Cookie-Cutter Approach in Store Design
Progressing DEI in Retail Design + Construction
…and more TBA!
Intimate and Carefully Curated
1.
Limited to 250 industry leaders
2.
Engage in meaningful conversations
3.
Establish genuine relationships that take your business to the next level.
Check out highlights from
A Past Event
WHAT OUR FRIENDS SAY
”
The biggest thing you take away from RetailSpaces is the relationships with other retailers and vendors.”
SVP of Store Development, T-Mobile
Check out photos from RetailSpaces ’22!
Where you’ll be
LA QUINTA RESORT & CLUB | Palm Springs, CA
La Quinta Resort & Club, a Waldorf Astoria Resort is a legendary hideaway, renowned since 1926 for its charm and serenity. This premier Palm Springs luxury resort, features a world-class Spa, PGA West golf courses, 41 pools, 21 tennis courts, eight pickleball courts, and much more.
Agenda
SUNDAY
SEP 17
12:00pm Welcome!
1:30pm BBQ at Frank Sinatra’s Twin Palms Estate
6:30pm Sunset Cocktail Reception
7:15pm Dinner + Keynote on the Lawn
9:00pm Fire Pit Session
MONDAY
SEP 18
6:30am Group Run/ Walk
7:15am Breakfast
8:00am Outdoor Keynote
9:30am Sourcing Session
10:30am Innovation Talks
11:30am Sourcing Session
12:30pm MasterMind Roundtables
1:30pm Networking Lunch
2:30pm Sourcing Session
4:00pm Happy Hour Talk
7:00pm White Party
9:30pm Live Band Karaoke
TUESDAY
SEP 19
7:15am Breakfast
8:00am Innovation Talks
10:00am Sourcing Session
11:00am MasterMind Roundtables
12:00pm Closing Remarks
12:30pm Goodbye Brunch
Wanna join us?
ATTEND
(Retail Exec)
Qualified retail execs attend at no cost. The invitation includes accommodations for two nights, full meals and access to all networking excursions.
PARTNER
(INDUSTRY VENDOR)
Partnering with RetailSpaces is a great way to get your company in front of the top minds in retail store development, design, construction, and facilities.
FAQ
When and where does the event take place?
September 17-19, 2023 at the La Quinta Resort & Club in Palm Springs, CA
What airport should I fly into?
The closest airport is Palm Springs International Airport (PSP), which is a 20 miles/34 min drive to the resort.
Who attends the event?
RetailSpaces is by invitation-only. Invited attendees are real estate, store development, design, operations & customer experience strategy leaders for the world’s top retail brands and industry vendors.
I’m a store development + design leader and would like to attend. How do I register and what's included?
Registration is complimentary for qualified executives and includes 2 nights’ accommodation (Sunday and Monday), full meals (Sunday dinner – Tuesday lunch) and access to the entire program. Click here to request an invite.
I’m an industry vendor and would like to attend. How can I get involved?
Industry vendors can participate by becoming a Partner. Click here to submit a request and a member of our team will reach out shortly to discuss available options.
What is your cancellation policy?
- Less than 4 weeks prior to the event (August 19th, 2023) – cancellations received after this date are subject to a $499 cancellation fee. Fees will be waived if a suitable replacement from your organization is sent.
- Less than 1 week prior to the event (Sep 9th, 2023) – cancellations received after this date are subject to a $999 cancellation fee. Fees will be waived if a suitable replacement from your organization is sent.
Who will be speaking?
RetailSpaces is unlike a traditional conference. The content we present at our live event includes Innovation Talks, fireside chats, and facilitated discussion groups led by provocative thought leaders from outside and inside the industry. For the developing list, click here.
Can my spouse attend the events?
Your spouse is welcome to come along with you and enjoy the resort while you are at the event. You can register your spouse to attend the Monday night party once our Attendee portal is open. If space allows, we will open up the Sunday networking events to spouses the week prior to the event. Guest fees apply for both.
What is the dress code?
The entire event is casual (no suit or jacket required). We recommend bringing a sweater or light jacket for evening outdoor events and sessions that take place inside air-conditioned ballrooms.
