Past Events
IN PERSON HIGHLIGHTS
June 2026 · New York
The Accessories Summit
Marie Driscoll, President of RMS, and Karen Giberson, President & CEO of ACC, lead a timely conversation on the current state of the jewelry market, sharing fresh insights straight from JCK Las Vegas. Joining them were three voices shaping today's accessories landscape: Sarin Bachmann, group VP at JCK shows; Julia Briggs Parson, founder of Incredible Rising; and Alen Mamrout, CEO and founder of American Exchange Group, who broadened the lens to the wider accessories market.
April 2026 · New York
Private Tour of Bloomingdales
Members received a private guided one-hour store tour led by Connor Nix, Vice President and Regional Director of Stores NYC, exploring key departments including Home, Ready-to-Wear, Designer, and more inside one of retail’s most recognizable flagship locations.
March 2026 · New York
Wine Stories
Members were treated to an intimate evening of discovery at the Slowear boutique on Lafayette Street, where curated pours became a gateway to conversation about craft, provenance, and slow living. Wine Stories brought together a selection of rare and distinctive wines in a setting that embodied Slowear's philosophy — that the finest things in life are worth savoring.
December 2025 · New York
RMS Holiday Party
Featuring our host Forvis Mazars and our special guest Mickey Drexler, Chairman of clothing brand Alex Mill. Drexler brought his extensive experience and expertise to both established and emerging retail and consumer brands. Mickey addressed the following issues with our interviewers Richard Baum and Marie Driscoll, Chairman and President, respectively of the Retail Marketing Society.
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Can a fashion brand be successful without a merchant CEO?
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Has the luxury sector shot itself in the foot?
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Why does the off-price sector consistently flourish?
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How important is the balance between art and science in retailing?
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Have venture capital and private equity been the saviors or destroyers of retail businesses?
July 2025 · New York
Exclusive Tour of Art Gallery Amélie, Maison d’Art
Members recieved an exclusive tour of Amélie, Maison d’Art at 85-87 Mercer Street in Soho New York. A new type of art gallery that provides a tailored experience that begins online where you select a piece of art or an artist and moves to the gallery where the hanging is designed specifically for you. Art & Culture Specialist Laure-Anne Germond will be our guide. Afterwards we stopped at The Lost Draft for coffee and conversation at 398 Broome Street.
May 2025 · New York
Private Tour of Printemps
Join us as we reflect on the highlights from our May 2025 Private Tour of Printemps NYC. This exclusive experience offered a glimpse into luxury shopping, featuring personalized service and curated selections. Every moment celebrated elegance, making it a memorable journey through the art of fashion in iconic department store.
WEBINAR ARCHIVE
"Athletech News ATN Innovation Summit" 2026
"Halloween: Trick or Treat?" 2025
"AI Future Forum" 2025
"Navigating Tariffs: An Ever-Changing Kaleidoscope" 2025
"Selling Sexy: Victoria's Secret and the Unraveling of an American Icon" 2025
"Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption" 2025
"Holiday 2024 Outlook"“Amazon: The Everything War” 2024
“Where’s the Action in Retail M&A?” 2024
“Shoptalk: Let's Talk About Shoptalk” 2024
“Menswear: Where Has All The Fashion Gone?” 2024
“NRF & ICR Conference Highlights” 2024
“AI: Is it Hype or Hope?“What’s In Store for ’24?” 2024
“Holiday 2023 Outlook” 2023
“Beauty… + Barbie” 2023
“Resuscitating Brands” 2023
“Will Shopping Malls Become Dinosaurs?” 2023
“Resale Revolution” 2023
“Jitters in the Retail C-Suite” 2023
“Conversation with Ken Hicks” 2023
“Fallen Unicorns” 2023
“Celebrity Endorsers & Influences” 2023
“Putting the Fun in Retail” 2023
“Travel Retail” 2023