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April 27 - 29, 2026 | JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa

Why Attend

Here's Why You Should Attend

Three days of inspiration, content and connections with fellow executive women at leading retailers and brands — that only begins to describe why you can’t miss the Women in Retail Leadership Summit. 

As an attendee, you’ll experience powerful and inspirational presentations from women leaders; uncover new and innovative leadership practices; and learn about the latest and greatest retail and technology trends, and how they will affect your business. You’ll be able to share your best practices with new contacts during fun and unique networking opportunities, find inspiration on how to conquer challenges in both your personal and professional lives during keynotes and panels, relax by shopping at fun pop-up shops, and experience unique activations at this white-glove event.

 

Access a sample letter to present to your employer outlining the benefits of supporting your attendance at the event by clicking here.

Benefits of Attending

  • Participation in this unique event enables women in leadership positions at retail companies to network, learn from each other and improve business processes. Share best practices with new contacts, discuss industry issues, and find inspiration on how to conquer challenges in both your personal and professional lives.
  • Experience powerful presentations from women leaders; uncover trending leadership strategies, the latest omnichannel and mobile best practices, and more! Learn the keys to success firsthand from your peers and walk away with knowledge that will benefit your organization and career.
  • Share ideas, ask questions and maybe even just commiserate with colleagues. Between the in-the-trenches sessions, lively and interactive workshop sessions, and our networking receptions, the Women in Retail Leadership Summit will be an intimate event buoyed by great conversations and easy access to speakers and fellow attendees.
  • Women in Retail Leadership Summit 2026 will take place will take place at the beautiful JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa
  • Attendees will have the the opportunity to schedule complimentary executive coaching sessions throughout the conference. Each expert coach is hand-picked by the WIRLC team.

What's Included?

The Women in Retail Leadership Summit is the first and only event of its kind that enables women in leadership positions at retail companies to network, learn from each other, improve business processes and hit the reset button to soar to new heights. Share best practices with new contacts, discuss industry issues, and find inspiration on how to conquer challenges in both your personal and professional life. And these are not idle promises.

From the moment you arrive at the airport, you’ll experience the white-glove treatment that’s the hallmark of the Summit. In addition to an extraordinary agenda, you receive all of the following for the conference value of $3,495:

  • Complimentary executive coaching sessions
  • Access to all activations and activities throughout the Summit
  • Access to dinner experience
  • WIRLS exclusive pop-up shops
  • WIRLS swag
  • Expert content, connections and so much more!

Women in Retail Leadership Circle members receive a significant discount as part of their membership. Apply to become a member by clicking here.

Sample of Past Attendees

CEO, Best Buy

Senior Vice President Marketing and E-Commerce, Centric Brands

Chief Marketing Officer, World Market

CEO, The Vitamin Shoppe

Executive Vice President, Stores and Services, The Container Store

Chief Creative Officer, Vera Bradley

Vice President of Marketing, Ann Taylor and Loft

President, Signet Jewelers

Vice President, Pet Supplies Plus

Chief Marketing Officer, Half Price Books

Vice President, QVC

Senior Vice President, Nordstrom

Senior Vice President, E-Commerce and International, Crate and Barrel

Senior Vice President, General Merchandising, Michaels

CEO, PacSun

President, DVF

Chief Human Resources Officer, J.Jill

Founder, Carol’s Daughter

Vice President, Rent the Runway

Chief Marketing Officer, Chicos FAS

Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, DSW

Brand President, Marquee Brands

Vice President, CRM and Loyalty, Big Lots

President, Lands’ End

CEO, Five Below

Board Member, American Eagle Outfitters

President, Saks OFF 5TH

Questions?

Please contact us at wirls@napco.com or read the FAQs

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