Networking Events

Retail's BIG Show offered plenty of networking, fun and entertainment throughout the Convention. These were just a few of the BIG Events!

Receptions

International Retailer's Reception Saturday, Jan 12  |  5:30 PM - 7:00 PM  |  Galleria, Level 4 NRF'S BIG Show is an international show - with retailers from more than 82 countries in attendance. to network and make new business acquaintances! This reception was followed by a shopping event at Macy's. Shuttle transportation provided to Macy's.  Open to all international attendees.	Sponsored by:
EXPO Preview Reception Sunday, Jan 13  |  4:30 PM - 6:00 PM  |  EXPO Level 1  A sneak peek of the new EXPO Level 1 and networking with peers. Open to all attendees.	Co-sponsored by:   and
Opening Night Reception - Retail's BIGGEST Party Sunday, Jan 13  |  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM  |  Marriott Marquis Retail's BIG Party kicked off Retail's BIG Show - in a BIG way! This casual and exciting party was attended by retailers, industry partners and exhibitors alike. Open to all attendees.	Sponsored by:

Breakfasts

9th Annual Retail Sunrise Breakfast Monday, Jan 14 A retailer-only breakfast that provided attendees with the insight and information needed to maximize time at Retail's BIG Show. (A separate registration was required. Space was limited.) Open only to retail executives.	Sponsored by:

Luncheons

Associate Member Advisory Council's (AMAC) Annual "Town Hall" Session Sunday, January 13 NRF Associate Members were invited to attend a special session on programs and services designed for their benefit.
Annual Retail Industry Luncheon (ARIL) Monday, Jan 14  |  12:30 PM - 1:45 PM  |  Javits Hall North   The Annual Retail Industry Luncheon was an opportunity to acknowledge and honor innovative retailers for their advancements and career achievements. Open to full conference attendees. Introducers: Shane Berry SVP & GM, National Client Group American Express    Deborah Curtis VP, Entertainment Marketing and Sponsorships American Express Fashioning Retail's Global Lifestyle and Innovation Guest Speaker: Donna Karan Chief Designer, Donna Karan New York Founder, Urban Zen ARIL Awards Program Emcee: Claudio Del Vecchio Chairman and CEO Brooks Brothers NRF Gold Medal Award Jeffrey Bezos Founder and CEO Amazon.com International Retailer of the Year Accepted by: Delaney Schweitzer EVP, Retail Operations Lululemon Retail Innovator of the Year John McCarvel CEO and President Crocs, Inc.	Sponsored by:
Members-Only Luncheon Tuesday, Jan 15  |  12:30 PM - 1:45 PM  |  Javits Hall North NRF Membership has its privileges and this Members-Only Luncheon was one of them! Open to full-conference and EXPO only attendees with NRF, Shop.org or ARTS member designation on badge. Introducer: Mike Webster SVP, General Manager Oracle  Speakers: John Crary CIO American Red Cross  Neil Pasricha Author The Book of Awesome  J. Thomas Weyant Lifetime Achievement Award Presentation Award introducer:  Jon Hurst President Retailers Association of Massachusetts Award Winner John C. "The Chief" Mahaney, Jr. President and CEO The Ohio Council of Retail Merchants	Sponsored by:

Happy Hours

EXPO Hall Happy Hours Sunday, Jan 13  | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM | EXPO Level 1        Monday, Jan 14  | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM | EXPO Levels 1 & 3     Tuesday, Jan 15  | 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM | EXPO Levels 1 & 3      Vendors and retailers from around the world networked and enjoyed refreshing beverages on the EXPO floor. Open to all attendees.	Sunday co-sponsored by:  &  Monday co-sponsored by:  &  Tuesday sponsored by:

NRF Members Coca-Cola Happiness Lounge

New this year, the NRF membership team opened the inaugural NRF Members Coca-Cola Happiness Lounge, located on Level 4 in the Galleria. Perfect for networking, catching up with the office or learning more about NRF and its divisions. Learn more about this lounge as well as the Coca-Cola Experience. Open to all NRF, Shop.org and ARTS members as well as International Delegations with any registration type. 

The NRF Members Coca-Cola Happiness Lounge. is sponsored by: