Retail Keynote Speaker

Renee Hartmann is an international keynote speaker, author and retail strategist with

nearly 30 years of experience across Asia, North America and Europe.

Her keynotes explore the forces transforming retail and commerce, from AI and

the next-generation consumer to retail media, social commerce and the future of commerce.

Keynote Topics

AI & The Future of Retail

How AI is reshaping retail, from discovery and personalization to customer experience, operations and competitive advantage.


The Next-Generation Consumer

How changing consumer expectations are reshaping the way retailers and brands build relationships, experiences and loyalty.


What Western Retailers Can Learn From China

The innovations, consumer behaviours and commerce models emerging from one of the world's most advanced retail markets.



The Future of Physical Retail


How stores are evolving as technology, experience and consumer behaviour change.

The Future of Retail Media

Where retail media is heading and what it means for retailers, brands and consumers.

Why Renee?

30+ years of experience

Operating, advisory and board experience across Asia, North America and Europe.


Global retail experience

Built and operated businesses in China and advised leading retailers and brands around the world.

Author & retail expert

Co-author of Next Generation Retail and named a Top Retail Expert by ReThink Retail.

International keynote speaker

Speaking experience across leading retail, technology and business events including NRF, VivaTech, DMEXCO and Luxury Outlook.