Schedule At-a-Glance
Below is an abbreviated three-day agenda to give an overview of our program offerings.
Tuesday, April 8
Networking Events
2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. – Retail Inspiration Tours (Tour begins at LITTLE’s headquarters across the street from the convention center.)
6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. – Welcome Reception
Sponsored by: Retail Elements
Meeting Room 219
(Level 3, East Meeting Wing)
Wednesday, April 9
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Trade Show Hours
Main Stage Keynotes/Opening Discussions
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. – Opening Keynote
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Keynote #2
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Keynote #3
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Keynote #4
SmartStation Presentations
10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m. – Station 1, Speaker 1
10:30 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. – Station 2, Speaker 1
12:00 p.m – 12:20 p.m. – Station 2, Speaker 2
12:30 p.m. – 12:50 p.m. – Station 1, Speaker 2
2:00 p.m. – 2:20 p.m. – Station 1, Speaker 3
2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m. – Station 2, Speaker 3
4:00 p.m. – 4:20 p.m. – Station 1, Speaker 4
4:30 p.m. – 4:50 p.m. – Station 2, Speaker 4
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Shop! Awards Reception
Sponsored by: Acrylic Design Associates, SEG Systems, Vanguard Companies & Vulcan Industries
8:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. – PAVE Social
Thursday, April 10
Main Stage Keynotes/Opening Discussions
10:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. – Day 2 Opening Keynote
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Keynote #6
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. – Closing Keynote
SmartStation Presentations
9:30 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. – Station 1, Speaker 5
12:00 p.m – 12:20 p.m. – Station 2, Speaker 5
1:30 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. – Station 1, Speaker 6
Your Agenda for Shop! MarketPlace
SPECIAL EVENTS & SHOW FEATURES
Shop! MarketPlace Offsite Inspiration Tours
Get ready to explore Charlotte’s retail scene! Situated in the heart of Charlotte’s historic South End, the Design District is a vibrant retail and dining hub reshaping the city’s modern shopping experience.
Attendees will begin their tour at Little’s headquarters across the street from the convention center. A self-guided map will be provided as well as a pre-purchased ticket for the light rail, which attendees will use to reach the Design District. From there, attendees will have a chance to explore merchants including: 704 Shop, VELA Aesthetics & Mercantile, Rowan, Salted Melon Market & Eatery, Framebridge, Paddywax Candle Bar and OMJ Clothing to name a few.
Hosted by the Carolinas City Chapter of the Retail Design Institute.
Industry Welcome Reception
Help us kickoff the start of Shop! MarketPlace. See your industry friends and make new connections while enjoying drinks, light appetizers and live entertainment.
Included with your trade show pass.
Sponsored by:
Shop! Awards Reception
Don`t miss this celebratory evening where we`ll honor the winners of Shop! 2025 Outstanding Merchandising Achievement (OMA) Awards, Global Awards and Design Awards. Your ticket includes hors d`oeuvres, open bar cocktails and networking with industry greats! This year’s awards reception will take place at the incredible, NASCAR Hall of Fame, just a short walk from the Charlotte Convention Center.
A separate ticket is required for this event. Purchase your tickets here.
Sponsored by:
