New York, NY
Community & networking

Retail Insiders Party at NRF

Hosted by Retail AI Council + Doug Weich

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The gathering

What to look forward to

Cathy Hotka, Doug Weich, and Jenna Posner will host an exclusive NRF week kickoff featuring crafted cocktails and conversations among retail executives shaping the industry’s future. Leaders from brands including Disney, Sephora, Levi Strauss, and Ralph Lauren are expected to attend.

From the organizer

Inside the event

For more than two decades, The Retail Insiders Party has opened NRF week in grand fashion. This year we return to the Prince George Ballroom with modern baroque theme for an evening worthy of the setting. Join your hosts Cathy Hotka, Jenna Posner, and Doug Weich as we raise a glass to the year ahead.

Celebrate with your fellow retail royalty. Reunite with old friends. Meet the new leaders shaping what's next. And settle into real conversation over crafted cocktails in a room built for connecting.

Last year's attendees included Adorama, AJ Madison, Albertsons, ALO Yoga, Amazon, American Eagle Outfitters, Arhaus, Ashley Furniture, Homestores, Autogrill, Avolta, Barnes & Noble, Bealls, BJ's Wholesale Club, Bob's Discount Furniture, bp, Buff City Soap, Catalyst Brands, CAVA, Chanel, Citi Trends, Cornerstone Brands, Cracker Barrel, Crocs, CV Linens, David Yurman, Deckers Brands, Dollar General, DXL Group, Eataly, EG America, Fabletics, Fanatics, Gap, Genesco, Giorgio Armani, Guess, Hanna Andersson, Helzberg Diamonds, Hermes, Hibbett Sports, HMSHost, Hudson, JD Finish Line, JD Sports Fashion, Johnston & Murphy, JustFoodForDogs, Kering, Khaite, King Arthur Baking Company, La Maison Simons, Leslie's, Living Spaces Furniture, Loblaw, L'Oréal, Marie Nicole, Mattress Firm, maurices, Modell's, National Amusements, Omni Retail Enterprises, Pandora, Pet Supplies Plus, PVH, Qurate Retail Group, Rainbow Apparel, Ralph Lauren, Rhone, Ross-Simons, Saks OFF 5TH, Savers, Sephora, Shoe Carnival, Skechers, SKIMS, Snipes, Solo Brands, Southeastern Grocers, Spencer's, Stanley 1913, Stanley Black & Decker, Steve Madden, Tarte Cosmetics, Tecovas, Tillys, Torrid, Total Wine & More, Tractor Supply, True Religion, Under Armour, Vitamin Shoppe, Warner Bros. Discovery, WHSmith, World Market, Zachys Wine & Liquor, Zumiez, and many more.

Attendance is by invitation only and reserved for leaders of established retailers and DTC brands that meet our event eligibility criteria. Space is limited, and the guest list fills quickly. A waitlist is all but certain, so RSVP early to secure your place.

By registering for this event, you agree to provide your name and email address to Retail AI Council, and consent to this information being shared with event sponsors for relevant communications.

The Prince George Ballroom

The Prince George Ballroom, 15 E 27th St, New York, NY 10016, USA. Confirm the venue with the organizer before traveling.

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Discovered through Cerebral Valley. Details come from the event listing and the organizer page; registration is managed by the organizer.

Last checked: Nov 2, 2026. Confirm current availability before making plans.

Organizer page checked: Oct 31, 2026. Check registration for the latest details.

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