Company News • 04.11.2013
The inaugural World Retail Congress Africa 2013 announces stellar line-up of speakers
The World Retail Congress Africa 2013, taking place from the 4th – 5thNovember 2013 in Johannesburg,has announced a stellar line-up of speakers from Pan-African and leading global brands as well as a wide-ranging and forward-thinking two day seminar programme, addressing over 250 delegates.
This entirely new event,marks a step change for industry in the region. The Congresswill give key-note speakers the opportunity to share their knowledge and understanding of thechanging face of retailing across Africa and the part it is playing on a global scale.
No other region offers the same growth potential for retailers as Africa, and understanding the continent’s size and diversity is the key for many retailers. The Congress will give delegates an insight into local cultures, beliefs, customs, economics, and practices required to be successful.
The packed two day programme will not only focus on specific country case studies but will also look at successful examples across the Continent. The highly anticipated programme will include highlights such as:
- Live CEO discussions from industry experts including:David Kneale, Clicks Group; Paula Disberry, Woolworths; Bruce Layzell, Yum! International; Godfrey Tapela, IFC (World Bank Group), Francisco Pimental, Sonae; Therese Gearhart, Coca-Cola
- Growth Opportunities in Sub-Saharan Africa
- Driving African Retail Entrepreneurialism Forward
- "Beyond Retail" for Africa?
- The Retail Landscape in Sub Saharan Africa: Trends& Opportunities
- Reshaping retail- why technology is transforming the industry
- How to maintain your brand DNA
Key speakers include:
- Herman Mashaba, Chairman of the Free Market Foundation
- Therese Gearheart, President (South Africa), Coca-Cola
- David Kneale,CEO, Clicks Group
- Christopher Gilmour,Retail Analyst, ABSA
- Yaw Nsarkoh,Managing Director – East & South Africa, Unilever, Kenya
- Michael Yates,Managing Director South Africa, Procter & Gamble
- Susanne Ackerman,Transformation Director, Pick n Pay
- Luke Mckend, Country Manager South Africa, Google
- MncaneMthunzi, Group Africa Food Retail & Supplier Development, Massmart
The Congress will give delegates an insight into global retail intelligence and how African brands can break through and build brands underpinned by local insights whilst delivering on a global standard. The Congress is set to become one of the most important dates in the industry calendar on the continent and will provide the perfect networking opportunity for retail leaders and delegates.
Further information can be found at www.worldretailcongressafrica.com
Source: i2ievents
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