Each year, World Retail Congress is shaped by a world-class Advisory Board made up of senior leaders from across the retail landscape. Their insight ensures our programme tackles the most urgent challenges and opportunities facing the industry.

The 2026 Board brings together an exceptional group with proven track records in building high-growth businesses and leading top-performing teams.

          

Who are the Advisory Board members?

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Juliet Anammah

former Chair and Group Chief Sustainability Officer
Jumia Nigeria

Roy Bagattini

Group CEO
Woolworths

Gaston Bottazzini

CEO
El Corte Inglés

Scott Price

CEO
Dairy Farm International

Sally Elliott

Co-Leader, Global Retail Practice
Spencer Stuart

Jennifer Foyle

President and Executive Creative Director
American Eagle & Aerie 

Thomas Harms

Co-Founder and Chairman
NET4BOARDS

William Kim

CEO

Shinsegae International

Regis Schultz

CEO
JD Sports

Hani Weiss

CEO, Max Fashion
Landmark Group

Jaume Miquel Naudi

Chair & CEO
Tendam

Ying Xu

President
Wumei/Wumart

Judith McKenna

former President and CEO
Walmart International

Jennifer Woo

Chairman and CEO
Lane Crawford Joyce Group

Frederico Trajano Inacio Rodrigues

President
Magazine Luiza

Libby Wadle

CEO, J. Crew Group

Ian McGarrigle

Chair and Founder of World Retail Congress