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Why You Should Attend

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Everything you need to help you innovate

  • Tuesday, April 8: Retail Tour, 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. | Industry Welcome Reception, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, April 9: Trade Floor Hours, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Conference Hours, 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, April 10: Trade Floor Hours, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Conference Hours, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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Participate in the Ultimate 3-Day
Conversation About Retail Experience

Hands On. Heads Together.

Be Part of the Conversation

  • Immerse yourself in Ideation’s Retail Challenge winner brought to life
  • Interact with the latest in store tech with Brand Experience Lab
  • Explore 3,000+ sq. feet of award-winning POP displays and store designs
  • Network with top brand representatives and retail innovators
  • Participate in retail tours hosted by Retail Design Institute
  • Compete in a variety of retail experience-creation challenges
  • Meet with vendors on the cutting edge of retail solutions

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Steps from Uptown’s Bustling Cityscape

Charlotte Convention Center

Conveniently located in Uptown Charlotte, the Charlotte Convention Center is the city’s premier meeting and convention space. The 600,000-square-foot convention center is located across the street from the 700-room Westin Hotel and is also connected to the NASCAR Hall of Fame via an over street walkway.

  • Only 7 miles from Charlotte Douglas International Airport
  • Easily accessible from Interstate 85, Interstate 77 and U.S. Highway 74
  • Convenient parking can be found in a garage or lot close to or connected to the Convention Center
  • Connected via a light rail line to nearby neighborhoods
  • More than 200 restaurants within walking distance

501 S. College St. Charlotte, NC 28202

Charlotte Convention Center

Look Who Exhibited In 2024

Thank You to Our 2024 Sponsors

Who Should Attend

Professionals from every sector of the retail/in-store experience industry including:

  • Independent Retailers
  • Chain Retailers
  • Consumer Package Goods Companies
  • Brand Owners
  • Design and Architectural Firms
  • Consulting and Branding Firms
  • Shop Association Members and Non-Members

People do not buy goods and services. They buy relationships, stories, and magic.

— Seth Godin

Those relationships, stories, and magic start with your trade relationships. There is no better way to strengthen bonds and find new trusted sources than trade conferences and exhibitions.


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