SPECS reveals Tuesday keynote speaker

SPECS, the “Retail Event for Store Innovation,” announced that a highly acclaimed military general who is an expert on security and global affairs will open the second day of the program of its 53rd annual conference, which will be held March 12-14, 2017, at the Gaylord Palms in Kissimmee (Orlando), Florida.



General Raymond T. Odierno, USA (Ret.), Chief of Staff, U.S. Army (2011-2015), will present “Mitigating Risk in a Complex and Global Environment” on Tuesday, March 14, focusing on increasing cybersecurity threats, the current geopolitical environment and the global economic landscape, and proven risk management strategies, to the retail executive audience.



Exclusively produced by Chain Store Age, SPECS brings together the nation's top retail executives and top suppliers involved in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of stores and restaurants. The program offers three packed days of rich content, including 30-plus workshops and educational sessions and top-tier keynote addresses, along with an abundance of networking opportunities.



To review the preliminary agenda and to register, click here.