Retail Global

✨Join the Retail Global Community✨

Were you at Retail Fest last week?

You’re in luck! You’ve unlocked access to the RG Community! Retail Global’s own, Hope Adair sent you an invite last Thursday. Check your inbox or reach out if you can't find it.🙂

Let’s keep Retail Fest going all year round with the RG community! - it’s where retail and ecommerce's elite come to connect, learn, and lead.

Get ready for:
• Exclusive insider content you won’t find anywhere else.
• Sessions and recaps full of actionable insights.
• Real talks with retail giants and rising stars.
• A community that’s all about lifting each other up.

It's a goldmine of opportunities, and it's reserved for Retail Fest attendees only. 🤫

Let’s shape the future of retail together!

𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 20 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐃 𝐎𝐔𝐓!

Don't miss your chance to be part of this unique blend of conference and festival where business meets innovation. If you're still looking to join us, we've got a waitlist going for any available spots due to last-minute changes.

📧 Want to be the first to know if a spot opens up? Email Dylan at 𝐝𝐲𝐥𝐚𝐧@𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥.𝐜𝐨𝐦 to secure your place on the waitlist.

Act fast — these last tickets won’t last long!

🌍 Building a Thriving Retail Community with eBay 🌍

eBay isn't just a platform; it's a community. As our Community Sponsor, eBay is set to bring unparalleled insights into creating vibrant online marketplaces.

Connect, learn, and grow with eBay at Retail Fest—see you next week!

💌 Communicate Smarter with Klaviyo 💌

Klaviyo, our Communications Sponsor, is changing the game for email and SMS marketing. Discover strategies that build lasting customer relationships and drive sales.

Your marketing revolution starts at Retail Fest—just 4 DAYS to go!

🔥 Boost Your Online Presence with a FREE Live Site Review from Reform Digital 🔥

Ready to take your website to the next level? Submit your site for a FREE Live Site Review by Reform Digital, exclusively at Retail Fest Gold Coast.

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Spots are limited – seize this golden opportunity to refine your digital strategy!

📦 Delivering Excellence with Team Global Express 📦

Logistics is the backbone of retail, and Team Global Express is leading the way. As our Logistics Partner, they're here to revolutionise how you think about shipping and fulfillment.

Don't miss their game-changing solutions at Retail Fest— kicking off in just 5 days!

📱 Elevate Your Messaging with Sinch MessageMedia 📱

Meet Sinch MessageMedia, our esteemed SMS Partner for Retail Fest Gold Coast 2024! Discover the power of personalised messaging and how it can transform your customer interactions.

Get ready to text your way to success!

🌟 Proudly Introducing Our Platinum Partner: Maropost! 🌟

As we gear up for Retail Fest, let's give a big shoutout to Maropost, our Platinum Partner. They're pioneers in redefining how businesses engage with their customers.

Stay tuned for how Maropost will elevate your Retail Fest experience.

See you next week!

🔥Decoding Social Engagement Mastery🔥

Experience a data-rich session with Dash Hudson, featuring Hannah Fillis, Head of Digital Marketing at MECCA Brands. Delve into exclusive insights unveiling MECCA's innovative method of enhancing customer engagement beyond conventional in-store experiences via social platforms.

• Discover MECCA’s strategy to entertain, engage, and educate their audience, moving beyond the traditional in-store experience to digital platforms.

• Learn how MECCA utilizes Dash Hudson to enhance customer connections through creator and user-generated content.

• Explore emerging trends and gain key insights across major social channels to sharpen your strategic approach.

Don't miss your chance to acquire actionable strategies for thriving in the ever-changing social media landscape! With Retail Fest only 7 DAYS AWAY, secure your tickets today to ensure you don't miss out!

Join Mel Haque, Founder and CEO of Wild Dough as she shares the inspiring story of turning a small business into a dough-tastic success! In this session:

• Dive into the origins of Wild Dough
• Explore the innovative ideas that set them apart
• Uncover the recipe for their entrepreneurial triumph.

✨Get ready for a session filled with passion, creativity, and the essence of making big ideas come to life. With Retail Fest just 8 DAYS away, secure your tickets today to ensure you don't miss out!

Join us at Retail Fest Gold Coast for an exclusive session with Laundry Lady Founder and CEO, Susan Toft!

Discover how Susan overcame obstacles and made waves in the Australian (and international) business scene after her TV debut on Shark Tank Australia. From scalability and custom digital systems to identifying and filling a market niche, Susan will take you through the incredible growth story of The Laundry Lady. 👕🧼

Get ready for genuine insights and actionable strategies that will propel your entrepreneurial journey forward. With Retail Fest just over 1 WEEK away, secure your tickets today to ensure you don't miss out!

Retail Rave Series: Unlock Your Business Potential with AI 🤖

This week we are thrilled to welcome Sven Ray, Founder & Managing Director of VPA Australia.

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In this episode, Sven unveils the transformative power of AI in unlocking unparalleled business potential. Explore the ways AI is reshaping efficiency, decision-making, customer experiences, and innovation.

⚙️Enhanced Efficiency: AI-powered automation streamlines repetitive tasks like data entry and customer inquiries, boosting productivity and reducing errors.

🔍Smart Insights: AI analytics tools uncover patterns and trends in vast datasets, providing deeper insights for informed decisions and staying ahead of the competition.

🛍️Personalised Experiences: AI analyses customer data to deliver tailored product recommendations and marketing messages, enhancing satisfaction and driving revenue growth.

💡Innovation on Steroids: AI revolutionises operations from supply chain manaagement to inventory forecasting, optimising processes and gaining a competitive edge.

Ready to unlock your business's full potential with AI? Join us at Retail Fest Gold Coast, where Sven will delve deeper into this topic. Secure your tickets today!

Get Ready to Supercharge Your Social Media Strategy at Retail Fest Gold Coast!

Don't miss out on these insightful sessions in the social media stream:

📣 Community Content: Drive User-Generated Content for Reach
Learn how to transform your customers into brand ambassadors and expand your reach fearlessly. Join us for an interactive exploration into customer advocacy and discover innovative ways to captivate your audience. Speakers: Hayley Wise, Brodie Cook, Nathan Bush.

🌐 Global Ecommerce Growth: Strategies and Tactics
Delve into the dynamic landscape of international online retail and explore effective methods for expanding digital sales worldwide. Gain insights into the latest trends and challenges facing ecommerce businesses. Speakers: James Domensino, Serena Patel.

🔓 Unlocking Success: Birdsnest's Digital Marketing Strategies
Discover strategies and tactics that propel Birdsnest to the forefront of digital marketing. Learn how data-driven insights, engaging content, and targeted campaigns can drive growth and enhance brand visibility. Speaker: Ashley Roberts.

With just 11 days to go, you won't want to miss out on these sessions. Grab your Retail Fest tickets today!

Gear up to discover innovative sessions in the Customer Focus stream at Retail Fest Gold Coast—just 11 days away! It's your opportunity to transform your retail strategies like never before.

⚡How to run customer research and not f*** it up: Join Emily Elvey for practical insights on effective customer research strategies, tailored for both novice and experienced retailers.

🔥Designing Winning Consumer Experiences: Gain expert advice from Michael Donath, Rob Godwin, Taeressa Fawthorp and Michael Rugendyke on optimising end-to-end consumer experiences to boost loyalty.

🤖AI for Personalisation: Join Alita Harvey-Rodriguez and unlock the potential of AI in enhancing customer experiences and engagement.

💗Humanizing Your Brand in A World of AI: Learn how to infuse personality into your brand amidst the rise of AI, fostering genuine customer connections with Rob Godwin Sarah Macleod, Holger Numrich, and Ellyce Horan.

📈Community Cultivation for Sales: Master the art of cultivating communities and converting engagement into sales, regardless of your background or experience level with Nat Kringoudis.

🤝 Community - the building blocks for loyal fans not customers Panel: Explore the importance of community and loyalty in transforming customers into devoted fans, fostering long-lasting brand connections. Speakers: Viv Conway, Scott Goodman and Anastasia Lloyd-Wallis.

✨ What sets you a part - Driving Loyalty & Trust Panel: Uncover invaluable insights and actionable strategies on how businesses can distinguish themselves by cultivating unwavering trust and fostering enduring loyalty among their customer base with Jade Cameron, Mel Haque, Katie Moore and Tabatha Venning.

🛍️ BFCM Panel: This panel guarantees actionable insights, ensuring your brand sails through Black Friday and Cyber Monday with confidence. Speakers: Rob Godwin, Lewis Battersby, Ellen Powell and Michaela Petrofes.

Get Ready to Optimise Your Post Purchase Journey at Retail Fest Gold Coast!

Explore transformative sessions in the Post Purchase stream:

🤝Last Mile Loyalty Panel: Unravel challenges and strategies to enhance the crucial last mile delivery experience, empowering your Australian business for growth with Matthew Mosse-Robinson, Karen O’Connor, Mark Little & Georgia Kirkham.

📦Shipping Secrets Unleashed: Join Guy Nappa and Hakan Steele, as they spill the beans on the decision-making process, implementation challenges, and triumphant victories of navigating the shipping solution landscape.

🛍️ Strategies for Efficient Fulfillment and Seamless Returns: Transform your retail store into a strategic hub for fulfillment and returns with innovative approaches and technology integration with Guy Nappa, Jemma Fox & Lothar Struckmeier.

Discover actionable strategies and insights to enhance your post purchase experience at Retail Fest Gold Coast! Secure your tickets today as the event is ONLY 12 DAYS away!

Get ready to explore cutting-edge sessions in the Conscious Commerce stream at Retail Fest Gold Coast—coming in just under 2 weeks! It's your ticket to revolutionise your retail game like never before.

Explore sessions in the Conscious Commerce stream:

🌿 Green Horizons: Navigating Sustainable & Ethical Practices: Explore ethical business strategies in a conscious consumer era, driving positive change for the planet with Aife O’loughlin, Yas Grigaliunas, Henry Reith and Fleur Richardson.

🛍️ Can Business and Mental Health co-exist: Gain insights and strategies from Ebay seller Minikin Zarelda on managing your business alongside mental health challenges.

🌏 Koh’s Story - Turning Surplus into Social Good: Join Adam Lindsay and Hayley Moffiet and explore Koh’s incredible growth journey. Learn how Koh have also used their business as a force for good, helping Australian communities by partnering with Good360 and turning a common business challenge into an opportunity to drive positive social impact, nationwide.

💗 The Power of Good: Join industry leaders, Taeressa Fawthorp, Anthony Chesler, James Bartle and Ruth Haffenden as they share insights on integrating purpose into business operations. Discover the strategic advantages of embracing sustainability and social responsibility and learn how doing good can drive sustainable business growth.

Secure your Retail Fest tickets today! Gain insights to elevate your business, make a meaningful impact, and join the movement towards conscious commerce.

Master Omnichannel Excellence at Retail Fest Gold Coast!

Explore dynamic sessions in the Omnichannel stream:

🏢Beyond Brick-and-Mortar: The Resurgence of Physical Retail: Delve into the contemporary role of physical stores and strategies for visionary retail in the digital age with Nick Gray.

📈Strategies That Move the Needle: Unlock the secrets of SEO success with proven techniques designed to boost your bottom line with Harry Sanders.

🛠️Surfing the Auto Parts Ecommerce Wave: Learn precise steps from ZELLIS Auto CEO, Tim Davies, to solidify your presence in the rapidly expanding automotive parts ecommerce market.

🔥 The BBQ Store - Omnichannel Systems and Strategies: Join Gabriel Gaewargis for cutting-edge strategies to propel your business to success.

Get ready to enhance your omnichannel strategy at Retail Fest Gold Coast! Don't wait, grab your tickets now as the event is just 2 WEEKS away!

Maximise Your Presence on Marketplaces at Retail Fest Gold Coast!

Get ready to explore cutting-edge sessions in the Marketplaces stream at Retail Fest Gold Coast—coming in 2 WEEKS! It's your ticket to revolutionise your retail game like never before.

Dive into insightful sessions in the Marketplaces stream:

📌Choosing the Right Marketplace for Your Brand: Gain strategic insights and real-world experiences to make informed decisions in the dynamic world of e-commerce.

🔥Creating Lasting and Profitable eCommerce Businesses: Explore the transformative potential of streamlined marketplace management with industry leaders.

🛒MedCart's Digital Transformation Journey: Discover optimization strategies for healthcare marketplaces with insights from MedCart's journey.

🔍Navigating Marketplaces Panel: Explore the strategic importance of marketplaces and learn to maximize brand visibility and growth.

Don't miss these sessions packed with valuable insights and practical tips to thrive on marketplaces. Grab your Retail Test tickets today!

Ready To Take Your Small Business to New Heights?

Join us at Retail Fest Gold Coast, where you'll discover practical strategies to expedite the growth of your small business.

Dive into inspiring sessions in the Small Business stream:

🦈From Solo Startup to Shark Tank Record-Breaker: Join Laundry Lady Founder and CEO Susan Toft as she shares her incredible growth story, from overcoming obstacles to making waves on the international business scene.

⚡Low Hanging Fruit: Discover 10 quick wins to boost sales and save time for small eCommerce businesses.

🔥Passion, Preparation, and Grind - The Savvy Touch Story: Hear from Savvy about the journey of his rapidly growing company and learn from their experiences in building a successful business.

💡SMB Spotlight Panel: Gain practical insights from seasoned small business owners on innovating and streamlining operations for success.

Don't miss these sessions packed with inspiration and practical strategies to fuel your small business success! Secure your Retail Fest tickets today.

Retail Fest Gold Coast Is Just Around The Corner—Only 16 DAYS To Go!

Retail Fest Gold Coast is almost upon us! With just over 2 weeks left until we gather on the sunny Gold Coast, get ready to:

💡 Explore 8 content streams on AI, Social Commerce, Security, Data, Logistics, Payments, and more!

🔥 Learn from 150+ visionary speakers, including industry leaders such as Simon Beard, Founder of Culture Kings and Olivia Carr, Founder of ShhhSilk, plus many more.

🎶 Enjoy unforgettable moments with colleagues-turned-friends and an epic charity concert featuring Sneaky Sound System and YOMAFIA!

Are you ready? 😉

Retail Rave: Mastering the Art of Short-Form Video Content for Organic Growth 📱 📈

This week, we're excited to welcome Gabi Saper, Creative Director & Founder of CMY Cubes.

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Dive into Gabi’s expert playbook on leveraging short-form video content for organic growth! Uncover the secrets to making your videos not just seen, but unforgettable, on platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.

Discover key strategies for:

⚡Crafting first impressions that halt the scroll.

🔥Balancing controversy with engagement

💡Ensuring every piece of content educates, entertains, or adds value.

Prepare to stand out in the digital landscape! Join us as we explore this topic further with Gabi at Retail Fest Gold Coast. Secure your tickets today!

Ready To Elevate Your Marketing Game?

Join us at Retail Fest Gold Coast for an array of cutting-edge marketing sessions guaranteed to take your skills to the next level!

Explore innovative sessions in the Marketing stream:

📈5 Ways to Level Up Your Marketing: Embrace first-party data, personalize marketing, create seamless omnichannel experiences, utilise mobile notifications, and dive into social selling.

📊Cracking the Conversion Code: Join industry leaders in optimizing your digital strategies for unparalleled growth through Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO).

👤Expanding Your Customer Database: Elevate your e-commerce game with strategies tailored for Australian businesses. Discover fearless ways to grow your customer base and excel in the digital retail revolution.

💡 Shattering the ROAS Myth: Explore the emergence of Marketing Mix Modeling for a holistic approach to measuring marketing effectiveness beyond Return on Advertising Spend (ROAS).

Secure your Retail Fest tickets today to gain actionable strategies and insights that will elevate your marketing game!

🌟 Retail Fest Gold Coast Presents: Shannah Kennedy 🌟

Join us for an enlightening keynote session featuring Shannah Kennedy, a Wellbeing Specialist and Executive Coach. In her session "BRAND ‘YOU’: Master Your Personal Strategy for Epic Impact," Shannah will guide you on a journey to discover your personal strategy for success.

With over 20 years of experience, Shannah is renowned for her expertise in executive strategy, values alignment, vision setting, overcoming burnout, and life planning. She is also the author of the global bestseller, "The Life Plan," and has authored 7 other books with Penguin Random House globally.

Shannah emphasises the importance of self-care, self-management, and self-leadership, believing that everyone needs a personalised plan to thrive in both their personal and professional lives.

✨Prepare to be inspired at Retail Fest! Secure your tickets now and don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from Shannah Kennedy.

Unleash Your Business Potential at Retail Fest Gold Coast!

Dive into growth strategies with our expert panels:

🤝 Affiliates & Partnerships: Learn the intricacies of successful affiliate programs and partnerships that transcend transactions.

🛍️ AfterPay Day Seller: Maximise profits during shopping extravaganzas like Afterpay Day.

🎉 BFCM Success: Triumph in the holiday shopping frenzy with actionable insights from industry experts.

📈Cultivating Strategies to Increase Revenue: Elevate revenue, conversions, and user experience.

🌿Green Friday: Delve into strategies resonating with mindful consumers.

🌏Growing Global: Expand onto the global stage fearlessly with expert insights.

🔍Maximise Organic Traffic: Optimise your online store for maximum visibility.

✨Working with Big Brands: Learn from Steve Pastor how to win over big brands and build lasting relationships.
Don't miss out on these sessions packed with actionable strategies and success stories! Secure your Retail Fest tickets today.

Step into the Future of Retail at Retail Fest Gold Coast!

Get ready to explore cutting-edge sessions in the Future Retail stream at Retail Fest Gold Coast—coming in just under three weeks! It's your ticket to revolutionise your retail game like never before.

🤖 AI Unleashed: Transform your ecommerce business with AI.

🚀 Charting the Future: Gain insights into retail predictions for 2024 and beyond.

🔍 Contemporary Retail Realities: Get insider tips to navigate today's retail landscape with confidence.

📱 Tech Fusion: Discover the transformative impact of AI in retail and ecommerce.

Don't miss out on these sessions shaping the future of retail! Secure your Retail Fest tickets today.

💡Session: Customer Focus: Cultivating Community and How to Convert to Sales 💡

Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from Nat Kringoudis, Co-Owner of Daysy Australia & M Body, as she shares insights on the art of cultivating community and mastering the alchemy of converting community engagement into tangible sales.

Whether you're a seasoned marketer, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone eager to strengthen the bond with your audience, this session will uncover the secrets to building a thriving community that drives meaningful conversions.

Ensure you catch this session if you're eager to elevate your community and boost sales! Grab your Retail Fest tickets today!

💡Panel Announcement: The Power of Good: How Doing Good Is Good for Business!

Dive into a transformative journey where we’ll explore the intersection of business success and social responsibility. Join industry leaders, as they share the strategic advantage of incorporating purpose into their DNA.

Discover how your business can thrive by embracing sustainable practices, fostering positive social impact and learn the pivotal connection between doing good and achieving sustainable business growth.

🎤 Anthony Chesler, CEO of Thread Together, Retail Fest 2024 Charity Partner.

👥Panellists:
• Ruth Haffenden, Global Head of Brand and Marketing at Boody
• Taeressa Fawthorp, Chief Consumer Officer at Team Global Express
• James Bartle, Founding CEO of Outland Denim & The Maeka Group

Don't miss out on this insightful panel—secure your Retail Fest tickets today!