Retail Leaders Circle, the Middle East and North Africa’s preeminent annual strategic forum for the retail, real estate, tourism and related sectors, has announced the theme of its 10th edition: “Fearless Innovation: Charting the Next Frontiers.” The flagship event will convene notable global and regional industry leaders on Feb. 19-20, 2024 at The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh to highlight the importance of international dialogue, action, and consensus to drive systemic positive change.
The 10th anniversary edition of the summit will see a confluence of global CEOs, senior policymakers, innovators, and investors from more than 40 countries and across industries, including retail, real estate, tourism, and technology, to drive discussions and share their diverse perspectives and experiences.
Themes of discussion will include: The New Growth Agenda; The Lifestyle Destinations Frontiers; AI and Tech: Powering Progress; Leadership in the New Normal; Purpose, Profit and Conscious Consumerism; and The Future Disruption Catalysts.
“For a decade, RLC has cemented its legacy by pushing boundaries, embracing disruption, and pioneering change in the global retail industry,” said Panos Linardos, chairman of RLC. “Riyadh is the ideal host city for the 10th anniversary of RLC as Saudi Arabia’s retail narrative extends beyond commerce; it exemplifies how, through fearless cross-industry innovation and collaboration, retail can redefine a nation’s trajectory.”
As part of Saudi Arabia’s transformative journey toward becoming a top global retail hub and the biggest in the Middle East and Africa, RLC also highlights the retail sector’s pivotal role as a key pillar of Vision 2030. A cornerstone of the Kingdom’s GDP, retail fuels economic growth, emphasizing non-oil revenue streams and invigorating consumer spending.
By serving as a strategic platform for influential conversations, RLC acknowledges Saudi Arabia’s retail milestones and positions the Kingdom as a leading force in the global retail landscape.
