Leaders in Retail: 2025 Trends & Landscape

Join us in Vancouver for a forward-looking conversation with senior retail and innovation leaders.

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Hear From Industry Leaders

Nadia Gillies

Director of Brand

Nadia Gillies is a brand and marketing leader passionate about storytelling and creative strategy. As Director of Brand at DUER, she shapes brand identity, drives engagement, and leads innovative campaigns. With experience in lifestyle and retail marketing, Nadia crafts compelling narratives that connect brands with audiences.
Josh Larsen

Director of Retail

Josh Larsen is a retail leader focused on building exceptional customer experiences and driving store growth. As Director of Retail at Vessi, he oversees retail strategy, operations, and expansion. With a background in scaling brands and optimizing in-store experiences, Josh is passionate about creating innovative, community-driven retail spaces.
Andre Lucha

Senior Director Growth and Loyalty

Andre Lucha is a growth and loyalty expert enhancing customer engagement and retention. As Senior Director at MEC, he drives data-led strategies to strengthen brand loyalty and accelerate growth. With expertise in digital marketing and customer experience, Andre builds impactful programs that foster lasting customer relationships.

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The Future of Brand Storytelling in Retail

Explore how visionary retailers craft compelling narratives that forge deep emotional connections, foster brand loyalty, and drive long-term consumer engagement.
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The Role of Personalization in Brand Experience

Discover how cutting-edge data strategies and AI-driven insights are redefining personalization, elevating brand interactions, and curating bespoke consumer journeys.
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Experiential Retail: Creating Moments That Matter

Explore how immersive retail environments captivate audiences, cultivate brand affinity, and transform transactional moments into lasting experiences.

BrainStation Vancouver

455 Granville St, Vancouver, BC

Finding Your Way

Steps away from the Waterfront Station’s Granville St entrance. Our event space is on the ground floor.
Ride Sharing and Taxi Drop-off

Visitors being dropped off by a ride sharing service or taxi should enter the Starbucks across the street at 700 W Pender St as only city busses are allowed on Granville St in front of the campus.
Once You're Inside

Our staff will be there to greet you at the campus reception.