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The platform for global retail
Connecting people, policy and ideas to address retail’s most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities.
The RLC Global Forum tracks and unpacks the key drivers of change for global leaders with the power and influence to change the world, empowering decision- makers to create lasting impact through a global retail strategy that promotes sustainable growth and innovation.
June 4, 2026
Milan
June 4, 2026, Milan
Taking place in Milan on June 4, 2026, the RLC Fashion Summit brings together global CEOs, institutional leaders, policymakers, and key voices from the Italian fashion and luxury ecosystem for a high-level exchange on the forces reimagining growth across the industry.
RLC Fashion Summit
Taking place in Milan on June 4, 2026, the RLC Fashion Summit brings together global CEOs, institutional leaders, policymakers, and key voices from the Italian fashion and luxury ecosystem for a high-level exchange on the forces reimagining growth across the industry.
January 31 - February 1, 2027
Riyadh
January 31 - February 1, 2027
Riyadh
Held in Riyadh on January 31 and February 1, 2027, the RLC Global Forum convenes the leaders shaping global retail—across business, policy, investment, and academia—for high-impact dialogue, actionable insight, and meaningful collaboration driving the sector forward.
2026 Annual Forum
Held in Riyadh on January 31 and February 1, 2027, the RLC Annual Forum convenes the leaders shaping global retail—across business, policy, investment, and academia—for high-impact dialogue, actionable insight, and meaningful collaboration driving the sector forward.
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Permacrisis, AI and the Future of Stores: The IGDS World Department Store Summit 2026
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European Consumer Discretionary Earnings: Auto & Luxury Sectors Hit Worst
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Why I’m Excited About the 2026 RLC Fashion Summit
Because the conversations shaping fashion and luxury have become more intentional, more strategic, and ultimately [...]
2026 RLC Fashion Summit in Milan Convenes Global Fashion CEOs as Industry Reassesses Growth Models
Brunello Cucinelli, Prada Group, Selfridges Group, Saks Global among confirmed participants at the Four Seasons [...]
Permacrisis, AI and the Future of Stores: The IGDS World Department Store Summit 2026
The department store sector has been declared dead more times than anyone cares to count. [...]
What is
the RLC Global Forum?
What is the RLC
Global Forum?
We are dedicated to facilitating discussions that lead to impactful, actionable outcomes, propelling the retail sector towards sustainable growth.
Trusted
Community
We cultivate a network where trust, respect, and shared ambition drive progress, embodying RLC’s vision of meaningful connections and partnership-building among diverse stakeholders.
Innovative
Framework
We provide a platform for the emergence of bold ideas, addressing urgent challenges and uncovering emerging opportunities, in line with RLC’s approach to fostering innovation through cooperation.
Cross-Industry
Collaboration
Reflecting the RLC’s commitment to multi-stakeholder engagement, we encourage collaboration across the entire retail value chain, bridging retail with diverse sectors and creating partnerships that drive collective industry impact.
Global Reach,
Local Impact
We combine international expertise with local knowledge, providing a platform that fosters globally informed, locally relevant action-oriented strategies. By addressing key retail trends, we help businesses navigate an evolving landscape with confidence—supported by global market insights that inform strategic decisions.
Trusted
Community
We cultivate a network where trust, respect, and shared ambition drive progress, embodying RLC’s vision of meaningful connections and partnership-building among diverse stakeholders.
Innovative
Framework
We provide a platform for the emergence of bold ideas, addressing urgent challenges and uncovering emerging opportunities, much like RLC’s approach to fostering innovation through cooperation.
Cross-Industry
Collaboration
Reflecting the RLC’s commitment to multi-stakeholder engagement, we encourage collaboration across the entire retail value chain, bridging retail with diverse sectors and creating partnerships that drive collective industry impact.
Global Reach,
Local Impact
We combine international expertise with local knowledge, providing a platform that fosters globally informed, locally relevant action-oriented strategies. By addressing key retail trends, we help businesses navigate an evolving landscape with confidence—supported by global market insights that inform strategic decisions.
10+ Years of Leadership
For more than a decade, we have been a leading voice in shaping the retail sector, creating platforms that foster meaningful connections and collaboration among industry leaders.
Our commitment to facilitating global dialogues, addressing critical industry priorities, and shaping a comprehensive global retail strategy, has positioned Retail Leaders Circle (RLC) as a premier hub for industry partnership and insight. The RLC Global Forum marks the new chapter in our evolution.
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Industry Leading Speakers
The Global Gathering
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The global
gathering for
retail leadership
Held annually, the RLC Global Forum convenes senior voices from retail, investment, policy, and academia to exchange ideas, share strategic foresight, and drive collaboration that redefines the future of global commerce.
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The topics and the format of the CEO Summit are terrific. Some really interesting speakers. I believe there’s a good amount of dialogues and the mix of content and participants is really quite good.
Steve Sadove
Principal at Stephen Sadove and Associates
This CEO Summit is all about quality: quality of the speakers and moderators and quality of the audience. The dialogue with them is very constructive and very inspiring. I am actually going to stay here the whole day because the line up is incredible!
Laurent Claquin
Chief Brand Officer, Kering
What the RLC Global Forum has built over the years is extraordinary — bringing us together, pushing us forward, and shaping the future of our industry.
Patrick Chalhoub
Executive Chairman, Chalhoub Group
The 2025 RLC Global Forum was outstanding. The fact that it’s held here in Riyadh also reminds us that the Middle East is an area of investment, an area of growth, an area of optimism.
Geoffroy van Raemdonck
Former CEO, Neiman Marcus Group and Luxury Retail Expert
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