Maybe you’ve heard the news… after having to take a year off, RetailSpaces is back, in-person, this September (19-21)! We’re really psyched to come together with you all again — we have a lot of stuff to catch up on this year!
Like everyone else, the last 12 months have forced us to take a careful look at everything we do. When we come together in San Diego, RetailSpaces will feel pretty different from what it used to be like.
Here are some of the ways we’re changing (for the better 😉.)
Safety First
Our chief concern this year is ensuring the well being of our attendees, staff, and event partner crews.
As well as requiring a negative COVID-19 test result (or proof of vaccination) from all in attendance, we’ll be providing contactless registration and ample sanitizer stations on-site... fun fact: Purell is our official partner 👍
Recommended social distancing and capacity limits will be adhered to. We’re also keeping vigilant of any changes in government and health authority regulations and recommendations as we draw nearer to September, and will update our protocols accordingly. Wanna check out what else we’re doing on the health and safety front? Head here.
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Nothin’ Like Fresh Air
This year, we’re taking things outdoors as much as possible. Rather than cramming you all into a ballroom to hear from our featured speakers, we’ll host many of our sessions in open-air tents and on terraces, taking advantage of San Diego’s warm and welcoming climate.
Think breakfast keynotes, interactive AMA sessions, peer-to-peer roundtables and sunset cocktail hours all outside of the usual confines of a conference center.
And Now for Something That’s Not Changing…
Something we pride ourselves on is that our events are the opposite of a trade show. This year, we’ll be continuing that tradition. RetailSpaces ‘21 will be limited to 275 attendees.
As well as helping us keep the retreat as safe as possible, this smaller size helps ensure RetailSpaces remains intimate and conducive to creating genuine connections.
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Less Talks, More Talking
After more than a year of yawning through webinars… it’s about time we got talking with one another again.
One of the most anticipated components of our in-person retreat has always been our peer-to-peer breakout sessions. While our attendees enjoyed hearing from retail innovators on the mainstage, it was in these small, candid roundtables where the real learning took place.
We’ve heard your feedback, and we’re allocating more time for these discussions around topics top-of-mind to you right now.
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More Time To Chill
One thing RetailSpaces became known for was our packed schedule. In trying to cram as much inspirational and thought-provoking content into our program, often, attendees were left with little time to take a breather.
Well, it’s been a long time since many of you have attended a business event. We get it… after so much time working from home, it might be a little overwhelming. We’ll be leaving a lot more space in this year’s agenda for you to take a break from it all.
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… the Same Goes with Networking
The best thing about RetailSpaces isn’t the content… it’s the connections you make and the community you find when you’re with us.
Our retreats are renowned for breaking down barriers and encouraging the kind of genuine interactions that can lead to lasting friendships and partnerships. Sure, that idea you heard during a keynote is handy, but hanging in a laid-back environment and connecting with people who “speak your language ” is what it’s actually all about. At RetailSpaces '21, you’ll have plenty of time for more organic, serendipitous connections.
We can’t wait to see you at RetailSpaces! Haven’t requested an invite yet? Do it now.
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