SPECS 2023 reveals program updates
Learn about what’s trending in physical retail and what’s coming next at Chain Store Age’s 59th annual SPECS event, March 19-21, 2023, at the Gaylord Texan, in Grapevine, Texas, just outside of Dallas.
This year’s program includes dynamic keynote addresses, starting on March 20, with Daymond John, the founder and CEO of global brand FUBU.
John, who is also one of the most popular investors on the Emmy-winning television show“Shark Tank,” will share marketing insights and discuss today’s changing business world.
On Tuesday, March 21, pro-football Hall of Fame running back Emmitt Smith will deliver a keynote in which he will detail his journey from football hero to accomplished entrepreneur.
In addition, economic expert Mark Zinder will review what to expect from the economy in the coming months — and how businesses can best position themselves for success. And Ian Khan, also known as “The Futurist,” will highlight how emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, robotics and automation, are transforming and future-proofing business operations!
SPECS provides a forum where top executives and suppliers involved in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of stores, restaurants and non-traditional retail come together to network and collaborate and plan for the future.
Along with keynote addresses, the agenda includes 30 targeted educational sessions, with content that features first-hand insight from retail professionals on design, construction, facilities management, personal development, real estate, and employee and customer safety.
Some of this year’s session topics include:
• Maximizing Energy Use: New Solutions for Retailers;
• Construction Innovation: How Technology is Changing the Industry;
• Trends in Materials and Store Finishes;
• Emergency Response and Readiness;
• Top Strategies for Women to Emerge as Leaders;
• Top Retail Center Experiences;
• How to Improve Leasing Communication Between Landlords and Tenants;
• How to Plan for Supply Chain Disruption;
• Maintaining &Replacing Equipment in Challenging Times; and more.
The SPECS experience also includes best-in-class networking receptions and a dynamic exhibit floor,
For more information on SPECS and to register, click here.