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CommerceNext Post-Purchase Forum

Speaker Lineup for CommerceNext’s Post-Purchase Forum Announced

CommerceNext’s AI Forum is a closed-door event for retail and ecommerce leaders transforming the post-purchase experience. It’s happening October 15 at Tapestry’s HQ in NYC, and here’s who’s speaking. Speaker lineup:  Margot Johnson, Chief Digital Officer, Aritzia Melanie Travis, Founder & CEO, Andie Swim Dave Bolotsky, Founder & CEO, Uncommon Goods Heather Lane, VP, Supply Chain Strategy & Systems, Ulta Beauty Mark Friedman, Business Development, AS Beauty Andrew Laudato, COO, The Vitamin Shoppe Michael Allan, General Manager, Quince Julian Krenge, Founder & Chief Product Officer, parcelLab Jason Brenner, SVP Digital Portfolio, FedEx Carlos Dunlap-Beard, VP, Loyalty Strategy, ebbo Paula Macaggi, Founder & Host,

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CommerceNext AI Forum

AI Forum Speaker Lineup Announced: October 14 in NYC

CommerceNext’s AI Forum is a closed-door event for retail and ecommerce leaders turning AI investment into real P&L impact. It’s happening October 14 at Tapestry’s HQ in NYC, and here’s who’s speaking. Speaker lineup: Ekta Chopra, Chief Technology & AI Officer, e.l.f. Beauty Tirath Kamdar, Group Director, Product – Marketplace & Ecommerce, Walmart Vijay Talwar, Chief Digital, Data & Technology Officer, Avolta  Justin Edwards, VP, Creative DTC & Ecommerce, SharkNinja Sreeharsha Upadhyayula VP, Transformation, Under Armour Irene Joo, Global Head of Process Innovation, MCM Margaret Yuan, MIT AI Safety Fellow & Director of AI Innovation, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. Mandeep Bhatia, SVP,

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CommerceNext Growth Show

Top 5 Things to do at the CommerceNext Growth Show

For two days each June, retail’s most influential brands, fastest-growing companies and sharpest operators gather in NYC for the CommerceNext Growth Show, June 23-24 in NYC. From exclusive networking events to startup pitches and community gatherings, here’s how to make the most of your time at CommerceNext. If you haven’t yet, make sure to register today to join the excitement. 1. Attend the Retail Insiders Party with Retail AI Council As the official closing celebration of the CommerceNext Growth Show, this exclusive gathering hosted by Retail AI Council* brings together senior retail and DTC leaders for an evening of meaningful conversations, new connections

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New York City

Explore the Best of NYC During the 2026 CommerceNext Growth Show

Get ready for the retail, ecommerce, tech extravaganza of the year! The 2024 CommerceNext Growth Show is set to take place June 11-13, 2024, and what better place to host this spectacular event than the vibrant and electrifying city of New York! As you prepare for an enriching professional experience, why not seize the opportunity to explore the city’s cultural richness, delicious cuisine and thrilling activities? Here’s your ultimate guide to making the most of NYC during your visit this upcoming June.

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CommerceNext Growth Show

Why Attend the 2026 CommerceNext Growth Show

The CommerceNext Growth Show returns to New York City this June 23-24, bringing together the industry’s most forward-thinking retail, ecommerce, marketing and technology leaders for two days of insight, connection and momentum-building conversations. This is where senior leaders come to pressure-test ideas, learn what’s actually working and build relationships that drive real impact. Learn from 150+ Leaders in 60+ Sessions Hear directly from executives shaping the future of retail. Across 60+ sessions, you’ll learn from 150+ speakers who are redefining how brands grow. Past speakers include leaders from Ulta Beauty, Vuori, IKEA, Sam’s Club, Wayfair, American Eagle and more. In 2026, the agenda

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Shoptalk event

Top 5 Things To Do At Shoptalk 2026

Heading to Shoptalk? From March 17-20, Mandalay Bay in Vegas will buzz with top industry pros and cool companies. It’s a big event, so planning is key. We’ll show you the five must-dos, from great networking to awesome sessions. 

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CommerceNext Growth Show

Introducing the Vision for the 2026 CommerceNext Growth Show

The CommerceNext Growth Show returns to New York City on June 23–24, bringing together 2,700+ retail and ecommerce leaders for two days of learning, connection and forward-looking conversation. Expect thoughtful content, meaningful connections and practical takeaways you can apply long after the event ends. Register now. At the Growth Show: Topics Defining the Next Era of Growth Over two days, you’ll hear directly from leaders across retail, DTC and commerce technology as we dive into the strategies shaping what’s next: Agentic AI: AI is evolving from automation to action. Learn what happens when intelligent systems proactively optimize pricing, assortments, marketing and customer experiences

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CommerceNext at NRF

Top 5 Can’t-Miss Events at NRF’s 2026 Big Show

The NRF Big Show 2026 is fast approaching, taking place January 11–13 in New York City. As emerging technologies, shifting consumer expectations and new economic realities reshape retail, NRF offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in what’s next. To help you navigate the packed agenda, we’ve highlighted five events CommerceNext believes will deliver the most strategic value for retail and ecommerce leaders. 1.Vendor in Partnership (VIP Awards) Taking place on Friday, January 9 at Gotham Hall, the Vendor in Partnership (VIP) Awards offer a celebratory kickoff to NRF week with a focus on what moves the industry forward: strong, collaborative partnerships. The VIP

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CommerceNext

Top 5 Reasons to Attend the CommerceNext Post-Purchase Forum

CommerceNext’s Post-Purchase Forum, held at Tapestry’s HQ in NYC on October 15th, offers retailers a valuable opportunity to gain actionable insights, build connections and uplevel their skills, in an intimate, closed-door event. Check out our top 5 reasons to attend, and apply today to join us. 1. Learn Real Strategies to Help You Drive Post-Purchase Success  Skip the fluff and the theoretics. The Post-Purchase Forum brings bold, unfiltered keynotes and panels that dive into the real drivers of post-purchase success. You’ll leave inspired with new ideas to bring back to your business, while learning from leaders who are successfully navigating the challenges of

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CommerceNext Announces 2025 Winners of the Annual CommerceNexty Awards

Coach, Patagonia, Bliss, Bath & Body Works, Paula’s Choice, M&M’s and Shutterfly honored for marketing and ecommerce innovation New York, NY – June 26, 2026 – CommerceNext announced the winners of its 2025 CommerceNexty Awards on June 25 at the CommerceNext Growth Show in New York City. The annual awards program honors and celebrates the year’s best and most innovative marketing and ecommerce programs. Recipients are selected through a combination of votes from a panel of industry leaders and an equally weighted popular vote from the community. “The caliber of submissions this year was extraordinary”, said Veronika Sonsev, Co-Founder of CommerceNext. “What struck

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Important Notice: Avoid Unauthorized Housing Providers

Connections Housing is the exclusive housing partner for CommerceNext and the only trusted source for booking accommodations for our event. Be cautious of third-party companies posing as official housing providers. These entities may attempt to mislead you into booking through them, often resulting in non-refundable deposits or invalid reservations that we cannot assist with.

To ensure a secure and seamless booking experience, always reserve your accommodations directly with Connections Housing. If you are approached by anyone claiming to offer housing for CommerceNext outside of Connections Housing, please report this immediately to commercenext@connectionshousing.com.

For assistance or questions, you can contact the Connections Housing team at commercenext@connectionshousing.com or by phone at 725.201.7302.