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Manila Bulletin devider Technews devider NRCE 2023 kicks off innovation fest today at SMX Convention Center

NRCE 2023 kicks off innovation fest today at SMX Convention Center

Published Aug 10, 2023 12:54 am

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The Philippine Retailers Association (PRA), the national organization of retailers, suppliers, and shopping centers in the country, is leading the retail industry as it enters a new digital era through its biggest event for retailers - the two- day National Retail Conference and Expo (NRCE) 2023 opening today  at the SMX Convention Center Manila. 

Headlining the 29th NRCE slated on August 10 to 11, 2023 with the theme "Retail Breakthrough" are Mariana Zobel de Ayala, director of Ayala Land Inc., who will deliver an empowering opening keynote on "The Power of Women at the Forefront of Progress" and Joseph Tanbuntiong, Chief Business Officer of Jollibee Foods Corporation, who will provide a progressive closing keynote on "Rapid Expansion: Challenges and Opportunities in Managing Business Growth."

Under the guidance of the new PRA president Roberto Claudio Sr., who's also chairman emeritus of Quorum Holdings Corporation, the organization is offering its audience superior learning sessions led by industry captains and visionary leaders in retail and allied industries. These sessions provide up-to-date and practical insights with actionable strategies that will serve as a blueprint for stakeholders to progress, stay ahead of the competition, and achieve global competitiveness.

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Joining the high-caliber roster of speakers are representatives from the country's big four shopping malls, including Ayala Malls president Christopher Maglanoc; Megaworld Lifestyle Malls Head and First Vice President Graham Coates; Robinsons Malls EVP and General Manager Faraday Go; and SM Supermalls President  Steven Tan, for a future-centric panel session.

The conference will also feature distinguished speakers who will share their insights on achieving business success, including Herve Bullot, Marketing Director of Levi's Strauss & Co. - East Asia Pacific; Jake Yrastorza, Managing Partner of Gigil; and Pauline Fermin, President & CEO of Acumen Strategy Consultants. Their valuable experiences and expertise promise to inspire and enlighten attendees at this prestigious event.

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"We believe it is our duty to genuinely serve the retail industry and together with the hardworking NRCE 2023 organizing committee, we have crafted a program and an avenue that not only caters to the needs of our retailers but also equip them with information and insights to propel growth in their respective businesses,"  Claudio emphasized.

The 29th NRCE is made possible by these sponsors and partners: Relex Solutions, The SM Store (Diamond); ETP International PTE LTD, Wilcon Depot Inc., Anchanto, Globe Business, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls, PLDT Enterprise, Ayala Malls, Converge Business, Unilab (Platinum); Gateway Mall 2, Robinsons Malls (Gold); Security Bank, Bench, Bayer Philippines, SM Supermalls (Silver); Retailgate Technologies, Vasavah Consultancy (Official Partners); DOOH, Mediacast Digital Group (Media Partners); Wish 107.5 (Radio Partner); Unicommerce, CMG Retail Inc., Shangri-La Plaza, Avolution, Inc., Mercury Drug, Primer Group of Companies and Heritage Multi-Office Products (Sponsors); and its official PR partner Media Blitz Group.

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