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The Nordic Summit for retailers

What to Expect at The Nordic Summit?

As the crisp Nordic air signals autumn, excitement builds for the Nordic Retail Summit! This exclusive event will bring together vision-driven, results-oriented leaders to collaboratively transform the Nordic retail story.

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What is The Nordic Summit?

Organized by the Nordic Initiative, The Nordic Summit has quickly become a catalyst for innovation and collaboration in the retail industry. Each year, it attracts a diverse group of Tier 1 Nordic retailers, suppliers, Nordic and Central Banks, and emerging entrepreneurs—all united by a passion for enhancing customer service across the Nordics.


A Platform for Ideas and Innovation

The summit provides a dynamic platform for showcasing ongoing initiatives, groundbreaking ideas, and pioneering solutions. Attendees will experience keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive workshops designed to inspire bold thinking and drive transformation in the Nordic retail landscape.


Highlights of this year’s summit

This year’s summit will focus on five key sessions, each addressing crucial aspects of the retail industry:


  1. The Shopping Experience of the Future Explore how evolving technologies and consumer expectations are shaping the future of shopping. Delve into emerging trends and innovative approaches that promise to redefine the retail experience.

  2. Enhancing Global Payment Performance Understand the latest advancements in payment solutions and strategies for optimizing global payment systems. Gain practical insights into improving transaction efficiency and security.

  3. Increasing Customer Engagement Discover new strategies and tools for deepening customer connections and boosting engagement. Learn from experts about creating personalized experiences and leveraging data to enhance customer interactions.

  4. Failing Forward: Do We Have a Culture of Embracing Failure in the Nordics? Examine the Nordic approach to failure and risk-taking. Explore whether the region's culture fosters innovation through learning from setbacks and how this mindset can drive success in retail.

  5. How AI Will Disrupt Our Industry Uncover the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in the retail sector. Highlight AI-driven innovations and their implications for business operations, customer service, and competitive advantage.


We’re excited to announce that this year's summit will feature an impressive lineup of keynote speakers, with more to come! Our confirmed keynote speakers include:


  • Birgitta Söderlund Rietz, Global Product Owner Payment at H&M Group, sharing insights on the future of payment technologies and their impact on the retail industry.

  • Kristian Elvefors, Head of Global Commercial at Polestar, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of automotive innovation and retail.

  • Christoffer Sundby, CEO of Spenn, discussing the new currency and app revolutionizing payment systems with Strawberry and Norwegian.

Stay tuned for additional announcements as we finalize our full roster of speakers!


Drive Change

The Nordic Summit is not just about discussion; it’s about action. We’ll present the Nordic Merchant Service Framework with contributions from S Group, Kesko, Coop, Axfood, NorgesGruppen, Rema 1000, and Salling Group.


Interactive Workshops

Participate in hands-on sessions with experts and peers, focusing on practical solutions and real-world applications.


Build Valuable Connections

Networking at the Nordic Retail Summit offers unparalleled opportunities to connect with influential professionals and industry leaders, fostering relationships that extend well beyond the event. Attendees can exchange insights and ideas with like-minded peers, gaining valuable perspectives and potential collaborations. These connections pave the way for future partnerships and innovations, enhancing both individual and collective success in the retail sector.


Innovation Corner

The Innovation Corner will showcase groundbreaking innovations and offer a glimpse into the future of retail.


Participation

This event is by invitation only, with a maximum of 150 participants.


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