Why Sponsor?

A custom-built report in partnership with us, based on one of our 2025 key pillars.

3-month omnichannel marketing campaign to promote your report delivering on average 600 downloads per report.

A speaking slot within our curated programme to share the findings.

PR to spread your message far and wide.

Our 2024 Knowledge Partners were: Deloitte | AlixPartners | BCG

Share your insight and expertise by partnering with our expert content team to develop sessions that compliment our curated agenda.

With guidance from our team, create formats that present you best and gain the interest and engagement of a senior audience

Have your expertise promoted amongst a world-class speaking faculty on a key theme.

Share insider knowledge and showcase yourself as a leader in the industry by through our range of digital opportunities

From podcasts to reports and newsletters, work with our team to find unique ways to engage and share

Stay connected with the WRC community year-round and augment your presence at the Congress 

Co-sponsor the highly valued and respected Accelerator Programme: designed specifically for those preparing to step into the c-suite

Encourage new voices into senior retail leadership and contribute to their programme of learning

Participate in a number of closed-door, private workshops led by industry giants and connect with the next generation of leaders.

Host a bespoke private function with a guestlist of senior retailers

Bespoke events including breakfasts, luncheons, dinners and more can be hosted in special London locations to further build relationships that matter

Design a curated invitation process alongside the WRC team to provide a highly personalised experience to a targeted group of leaders

Connect and share a memorable experience 

Position yourself at the helm of our reimagined Flagship Tours, a highly acclaimed aspect of World Retail Congress.

Before the Congress commences, we take a group of retail leaders on a tailored tour of some of the most iconic retail concepts in our host city

Participants choose from a selection of behind-the-scenes visits to flagships across the city, to be led by senior leadership from the brand

Usually closed to retailers-only, join an intimate group in this unique setting.

The Speaker and VIP Lounge, located in the main networking area of the show, is the main area for speakers to relax, prepare and network at World Retail Congress

Position yourself front-of-mind for these special attendees with branding and gifting opportunities

All Lounge users are “tapped-in”, giving you valuable data from the most senior attendees.

Hosted in a special London location, the Opening Reception is the ideal space to position your brand at the forefront of the Congress experience for attendees

This special reception brings together Congress attendees to relax and connect in a more informal atmosphere as they prepare for the days ahead 

From private areas to event activations, put a personal and memorable stamp on the event

This highly coveted branding opportunity gives you the chance to connect your brand with the World Retail Congress experience for all attendees 

Providing something vital that our delegates need across the duration of the event, yours is a name that’s sure to be front of mind

Open conversations and build name-recognition across the event