A focused environment where senior leaders in digital, marketing and technology move ideas from conversation to execution. NRF Nexus 2026 introduces a new format, new learning pathways and an expanded mix of sessions built for clarity, collaboration and measurable progress.
The redesigned format accelerates decision-making and alignment. From intimate discussions to strategic workshops, every session is crafted to inspire action. Attendees leave with sharpened insight, practical tools and fresh momentum to apply inside their organizations.
NRF Nexus moves beyond traditional conference models. Executives engage directly with peers, interact with new technologies and shape solutions through small-group dialogue.
Formats include:
Leadership exchanges
High-value conversations with cross-functional leaders.
Feature labs
Hands-on exploration of emerging technology and applied innovation.
Collaboration rounds
Small-group sessions designed to surface shared challenges and collective solutions.
NRF Nexus 2026 introduces more structured opportunities for learning, discovery and strategic clarity:
Breakout Sessions (NEW) — Designed for hands-on problem-solving and focused insights.
Headline Keynotes — From the visionaries and disruptors shaping the future of retail.
The CEO Track (NEW) — Executive-level dialogue around future planning, organizational transformation and long-term competitive strategy.
Exclusive AI Deep Dive (NEW) — Presented with PwC, offering an in-depth look at how AI maturity is reshaping operations, customer experience and leadership decision-making.
These additions enhance the core Nexus experience and expand the opportunities for meaningful, real-time learning.
Cross-functional leadership converges here to align priorities and accelerate results. Content spans three interconnected domains that define modern retail:
Digital
Platforms, analytics, data-driven commerce and new discovery mechanics.
Marketing
Creativity, personalization and customer-led strategies.
Technology
Integration, innovation, operational agility and AI infrastructure.
Sign up to get information about NRF Nexus 2026 and experience an environment intentionally designed for momentum.
