
Retail Transformation in Asia-Pacific: Ryf Quail (NRF APAC) & Shopify’s Bold Moves, with The Retail Podcast
In this special “Five Things Friday: APAC Edition,” Alex from The Retail Podcast and Laura from Neat sit down with Ryf Quail, Managing Director of NRF APAC, to unpack the biggest trends shaping retail in Asia-Pacific ahead of NRF APAC in Singapore.🎙️ Topics covered:
Ryf’s top insights for APAC retail leadersDigital transformation: AI, 5G, and cloudShopify Editions: Key updates, global e-commerce, new “Horizon” themeThe future of agencies and AI-driven retailCEO Club at NRF APAC and leadership networkingNRF APAC 2024The Retail PodcastLaura @ NeatChapters:
00:01 – Welcome & introductions
01:00 – What’s ahead for NRF APAC
03:00 – Shopify’s latest moves: AI, global markets, and new themes
08:00 – The agency landscape: how AI is reshaping service
13:00 – Digital transformation trends in APAC: AI, 5G, and more
16:30 – Ryf Quail: Economic outlook, CEO Club, and what’s different in 2024
21:00 – Networking for retail leadership
22:00 – Closing thoughts
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Notable brands & technologies: Shopify, NRF, Grab, GoJek, FairPrice, LottePlus: The real impact of generative AI, what’s driving optimism in the region, and why Asia-Pacific is setting the pace for global retail.Don’t miss this candid conversation packed with actionable insights for retail executives, technology leaders, and anyone shaping the future of commerce.Connect:Follow and share for more expert interviews from the world’s top retail leaders.3. Episode Show Notes
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