SPECS reveals speaker lineup; don’t miss out — register now
Chain Store Age’s SPECS 2026 has revealed the speaker lineup for its upcoming event.
The premier event for retail and restaurant design, construction and facilities maintenance professionals, SPECS will be held March 8–10 at the Gaylord National in National Harbor. Md., which is just outside of Washington, D.C. As it enters its 62nd year, SPECS 2026 will combine educational content — featuring more than 50 retail experts across 25 targeted sessions — with dynamic keynotes and plenty of networking opportunities.
To see the lineup SPECS speakers, click here.
Some of the educational sessions on tap for SPECS 2026 include:
•Construction Innovations: 3D Concrete Printing, Robotics and More;
•Renewable Energy Trends: Emerging Technologies;
•Dark Space Management: Avoiding Lease Liabilities;
•Technology and Data Driven Design; and
•Lighting Trends: What You Need to Know.
Keynotes
Alex Rodriguez, the 14-time MLB All-Star and 2009 New York Yankees World Series Champion, will deliver the opening keynote at SPECS on Monday, March 9. He will discuss his journey from being one of baseball’s biggest superstars to successful business entrepreneur and share lessons on how strategic pivoting can build success.
In another keynote address, Mark Zinder, economist and former national spokesman for global asset management firm Franklin Templeton, will share his economic outlook with SPECS attendees and detail how to achieve success in today’s changing world on Tuesday, March 10.
Another hallmark of the show is the SPECS Solution Center/Exhibit Hall, which will spotlight products and services designed to maximize operational efficiencies and provide a better in-store experience.
In addition, the achievements of female retail executives in store development and facilities management will be honored at the show with a special awards presentation. The CSA Retail’s Top Women in Store Development and Facilities awards will be presented on March 10.
To learn more about SPECS 2026 and register for the event, click here.