Sheraton New York Hotel & Towers
Attendees from companies located outside the U.S. are invited to attend this exclusive reception to mix and mingle with attendees from more than 68 countries.

Sponsored by SAP

Join your peers to discuss challenges, key issues and successes.

Gotham Hall
Attended by everyone – retailers, industry partners and exhibitors alike – the Opening Night Reception at Gotham Hall is the party you just can’t miss. Enjoy musical sensation The Contours.

Sponsored by Wincor Nixdorf

A one-hour session designed to provide direction on how to navigate the EXPO. Retail attendees only and registration is required. Learn more.

NRF Membership has its privileges. And, during Retail’s BIG Show, NRF members are treated to a private, Members-Only luncheon with author Michael Gates Gill. 
                                                                                                  Sponsored by Oracle

Open to everyone with a BIG Show Badge. Join the fun in the DESiGN STUDiO.

Mix and mingle on the EXPO Hall Floor. Everyone is welcome.          Sponsored by Wipro

ARIL is an opportunity to acknowledge and honor innovative retailers for their advancements and career achievements.

Sponsored by American Express

Gold Medal Award – Michael S. Jeffries, CEO,
on behalf of Abercrombie & Fitch

International Retailer of the Year – Nick Badminton, CEO, Pick ‘n Pay Stores Ltd., South Africa

Awards Emcee - Kip Tindell, Chairman and CEO, The Container Stores

Open to everyone with a BIG Show Badge. Join the fun in the DESiGN STUDiO.

Mix and mingle on the EXPO Hall Floor. Everyone is welcome.          Sponsored by Wipro

Participate in intimate study tours, featuring new concepts in retailing and store design. Two tours are available - the Meatpacking District and the Plaza Hotel. Tour preview provided over lunch at 12:15 p.m. at the Javits Center. Limited seating, advance registration ($75 NRF member/$150 non-member) required.