NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show Asia Pacific

The National Retail Federation and global event organizer Comexposium have announced the complete conference agenda for NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show Asia Pacific (NRF 2026 APAC), scheduled for June 2-4, 2026, at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre.

This year’s theme, “The Next Now,” will present over 100 content sessions, meticulously designed to provide attendees with advanced insights and forward-thinking strategies as retail transformation accelerates across APAC, the world’s fastest-growing consumer market.

Over 100 C-suite retail leaders to share their insights

This year’s conference will once again gather one of the most senior assemblies in global retail. In 2025, 113 speakers were C-suite executives, and the 2026 lineup is set to be even more impressive.

Confirmed speakers include:

·       Scott Price, Group Chief Executive, DFI Retail Group

·       Koji Nakata, President and CEO, Shiseido Japan

·       Steven Tan, President, SM Supermalls

• Samuel Kim, Senior Advisor, ex-Group CEO, Lotte Retail

·       Lee Young Ah, Chief Strategy Officer, Olive Young

• Carmen Chiu, Managing Director, Shanghai Tang

• Ngai Yuen Low, Managing Director, AEON360

• Shimakawa Motoi, Managing Executive Officer, Beverage Business Group, Nestle Japan

• Jamie Lim, CEO, Scanteak

• Sanveer Gill, Director, Gill Capital (Thailand/APAC)

“Asia is redefining modern retail, and NRF 2026 APAC is a crucial platform for that evolution,” stated Scott Price, Group Chief Executive, DFI Retail Group. “At DFI, we focus on integrating customer needs, data, and technology to create more streamlined experiences across our markets. I look forward to engaging with regional leaders and discovering how they are transforming retail for their customers and communities.”

“At Shiseido, we envision the future of retail as a dynamic dialogue between human insights and bold innovation,” said Koji Nakata, President and CEO, Shiseido Japan. “NRF 2026 APAC is pivotal in reimagining how beauty connects with people. We aim to shape the future of retail by creating immersive, purpose-driven experiences that anticipate and elevate the aspirations of tomorrow’s consumers.”

The biggest ideas shaping APAC retail

Exhibitor Big Ideas are a hallmark content feature of NRF 2026 APAC and one of the event’s most unique formats. Unlike typical vendor-led sessions, Exhibitor Big Ideas presenters collaborate with retail partners who have tested, implemented, and validated their solutions in real-world settings. This results in a series of highly practical sessions focusing on operational lessons and candid reflections on successes, failures, and reasons behind them.

As a popular feature in the past two editions, Exhibitor Big Ideas is expanding to four stages in 2026. The program will include nearly 60 sessions with brands like Google, Amazon Web Services, and Mastercard set to present. All pass holders will have access to these highly sought-after sessions and opportunities for learning across the three-day event.

In addition to the full conference program, NRF 2026 APAC will feature a two-floor Expo with over 300 exhibitors, showcasing the latest retail solutions and technologies. Attendees can also visit the Innovators Showcase, a specially curated area highlighting standout global innovators, selected through a rigorous evaluation process.

The event experience will be further enriched through various curated learning and networking formats, including guided Expo Tours and Retail Store Tours available in English, Japanese, and Chinese, as well as invite-only luncheons focusing on specific retail challenges.

Register early for greater savings and added benefits

Until March 31, retailers can save up to US$750 on All-Access Passes. Early registrants receive enhanced access and exclusive perks, including an additional US$200 travel rebate, a complimentary retail tour pass worth US$200, and invitations to private meet-and-greet sessions with selected speakers, among other benefits. These offers are available in limited quantities on a first-come, first-served basis.

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