Retail leaders to convene in key summit this month

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MANILA, Philippines —The Philippine Retailers Association (PRA), the country’s leading organization representing retailers, suppliers and allied industries, is staging the fourth Retail Leaders Summit on March 18 at Novotel Manila Araneta City, Quezon City.

PRA president and Golden ABC CEO Alice Liu said the platform would serve as a vital platform for leaders to expand their networks, enhance their capabilities, and drive their organizations forward.

“This premier learning event will bring together visionary executives and industry leaders for an engaging exchange of insights aimed at driving innovation and shaping the future of retail,” she said.

With the theme “Reconnect with Leaders. Reimagine the Future of Retail,” the summit will equip participants with actionable insights on evolving future trends, emerging technologies, and strategic frameworks essential for navigating today’s retail landscape.

Steven Tan, president of SM Supermalls, will deliver a keynote speech with the topic: “The Human Side of Growth: Leading People, Driving Change, Inspiring Futures.”

Tan’s leadership at SM Supermalls exemplifies this theme as he has consistently led with a people-first philosophy – empowering teams, nurturing service excellence, and transforming SM Supermalls into vibrant community spaces where culture, connection and innovation converge.

His talk forms part of the summit’s Leadership Growth Pathways, which highlight four key pillars: People, Culture, Change and Innovation, and Human Connection. It will provide attendees with actionable insights on cultivating leadership grounded in purpose, building empowered teams, and creating organizational cultures that drive sustainable growth.

The event is expected to attract over 200 business leaders, top executives, senior and middle managers, supervisors, SMEs, startups, entrepreneurs, and cross-sector organizations. Attendees will gain valuable insights on building high-performing teams, enhancing managerial effectiveness, fostering resilience, and aligning strategic goals – all essential for sustaining success in today’s competitive market.

Retail professionals, business leaders, and HR practitioners are encouraged to attend and gain valuable insights into leadership strategies that can shape the future of the industry. Registration is now open at www.retailsummitph.com. For sponsorship opportunities, interested parties may contact [email protected] or [email protected]