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.
Inside the event
The biggest and best party at NRF is back. Join hosts Cathy Hotka, Doug Weich, and Jenna Posner for an evening of celebration to kick off the week. See your old retail friends and make new ones at this exclusive evening of elevated networking, crafted cocktails, and real conversations with peers shaping the future of retail. Last year's guest list included retail executives from brands like Abercrombie & Fitch, Bloomingdale’s, Canada Goose, David Yurman, Disney, Gap, Johnston & Murphy, L'Oréal, Levi Strauss, Ralph Lauren, Sephora, Tecovas, Tiffany, Victoria's Secret, The Vitamin Shoppe, World Market, and many more! Attendance is by invitation only. We're guaranteed to hit the waitlist. RSVP and get in early. 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.
Meet in New York, NY
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Last checked: Oct 13, 2026. Confirm current availability before making plans.