Kip Tindell, Chairman and CEO, The Container Store to Headline GlobalShop 2014
Retail Design and Shopper Marketing Show in Las Vegas on Track to be Biggest in Five Years
Parallel Track for Independent Retailers Offers Exhibition, Personalized Counsel, and Networking Opportunities
ATLANTA, Feb. 4, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- GlobalShop, the world's largest annual event for retail design and shopper marketing today announced the keynote address for its 2014 show, as well as highlights of its exhibition and conference activities. On Tuesday morning, March 18th, Kip Tindell, Chairman and CEO of The Container Store, will deliver a keynote entitled, "Organization with Heart" where he will discuss his organization's unique culture and its commitment to Conscious Capitalism®, referencing the retailer's Foundation Principles™ that guide every aspect of their business. Attendees will return to their own store environments thinking not only about merchandising and design but employee satisfaction and customer service as well. Also released was an updated schedule of events for the March 18-20th show, taking place at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.
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The show, which was recently named the fastest growing trade show by the Trade Show News Network, is once again on track to see the largest attendance in the last five years. Connecting the retail design industry every year since 1993, GlobalShop will feature a 200,000 sq. ft. expo floor filled with innovations for store fixtures innovations for store fixtures, visual merchandising, shopper marketing and the newest products for store design. As in previous years, GlobalShop 2014 is really six shows in one including:
- Visual Merchandising Show
- Store Fixturing Show
- Store Design and Operations
- At Retail Marketplace
- Digital Store
- Retail Marketing Services
A Track for Independent Retail
Continuing a parallel focus on independent and small business retail, new this year will be exhibitors marked "Independent Friendly," meaning that they serve the independent retailer of 10 doors or less. All independent retailer registration will also include a one-on-one store design analysis from a certified retail designer, and admission to an Independents Only reception where store owners, managers and merchandisers can talk shop.
"GlobalShop is the single most important business building venue for retailers of all size and scope. Whether visiting exhibitors to see the latest innovations, or attending any of the 23 conference events, sessions and workshops to learn best practices, there is something for everyone," said Doug Hope, Vice President, Content, Emerald Expositions. "With so many opportunities to interact and learn, no one will be leaving money on the table on this Vegas trip."
About GlobalShop
GlobalShop is the largest annual store design and at-retail marketing show in the world, bringing together retailers, brand marketers and industry suppliers each year since 1993. GlobalShop's conference program is led by top retail experts, who provide insight, advice and best practices on how to create sustainable brands that resonate with consumers.
GlobalShop is produced by Emerald Expositions, presented by design:retail magazine (formerly DDI) and sponsored by ARE, the Association of Retail Environments.
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