A NORA INITIATIVE

Sydney • Wednesday 26th August
Melbourne • Thursday 15th October
Lead Partner

Past Speakers

Christelle Young
Managing Director | T2 Tea

Goran Stefkovski
CTO | Kogan

John Cox
CTO | Coles

Mark Mansour
Managing Director,
Woolworths MarketPlus

Jere Calmes
CEO | The Iconic

Tanya Houghton
CEO | Farmlands
Welcome to Retail’s Gen AI Summit Series 2026
Nora’s Retail Gen AI Summit is a six-monthly gathering of retail leaders focused on one thing:
sharing what actually works.
As AI moves from experimentation to everyday operations, the biggest competitive advantage
is no longer access to the technology…it’s access to real-world learning. This Summit brings
together retailers to openly share practical use cases, lessons learned, measurable outcomes,
and the challenges that don’t often make the headlines.
Each summit features candid conversations, live case studies, emerging innovations, and honest
reflections from leaders who are actively implementing Gen AI across their organisations - from
customer experience and merchandising to operations, marketing, supply chain, and corporate
functions.
Whether you’re scaling successful initiatives or just beginning your AI journey, you’ll leave with
practical ideas, meaningful connections, and insights you can apply immediately.
Discussion dynamics will be centred on
The 360 degree Gen AI industry review:
Assessment of pilot schemes and new initiatives
The 2025 shift into hyper personalised engagement,
CX, loyalty and communications
The Gen AI infused supply chain
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gearing up to compete in an uncompromising landscape
The 2030 consumer lens
A creative lens meeting future customer expectations
Technologies forging growth -
the critical 18 month path ahead and the adoption priorities
Leading an open Gen AI culture
Summit Partners
Plenary Speaking and Breakout Partners


Plenary Speaking Partners





Dinner Partner

Brand Partners

It's all happening here
Sydney:
The Grounds of Alexandria
7a/2 Huntley St, Alexandria NSW 2015
Melbourne:
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf