3 Sep 2026 – 8:45
Creator Stage
9 h 15 min
Retail Leaders Summit
At the IFA Retail Leaders Summit, the movers and shakers of the global retail industry come together with senior executives from the world’s leading home & consumer tech brands. They’re joined by respected industry analysts and pioneering technology leaders – all ready to share insights, spark ideas, and shape the future of connected commerce.
Track: Retail & Future of Commerce
Language: English
Access: Invitation Only
Delivery, Logistics and Fulfilment
Omnichannel Strategy
Supply Chain Innovations
5 Sep 2026 – 13:30
Expert Talks (Hall 26c)
30 min
New Routes to European Markets
Europe can be a daunting challenge for marketers, from start-ups to growing companies. The best way to learn the mechanics of routes-to-market throughout Europe is to listen to the experiences of others.
Track: Marketing & Creativity
Speakers
Access: Trade Visitors Only
Delivery, Logistics and Fulfilment
Omnichannel Strategy
Digital Marketing
IFA Global Markets
6 Sep 2026 – 11:30
Expert Talks (Hall 26c)
60 min
Turn Supply Chain Pressure into Innovation
The world's supply chain is making headlines as geopolitical forces combined with AI's rapid rise create extreme chip shortages in consumer electronics and home appliances. Join us for a Fireside Chat with supply chain expert Jasmin Konnegen whose experience is shaped by an unusual combination of roles: entrepreneur, engineer, industry connector, and hands-on electronics professional.
Track: World of AI & Future of Tech
Speakers
Language: English
Access: Trade Visitors Only
Circular Economy
Delivery, Logistics and Fulfilment
Supply Chain Innovations
IFA Global Markets
6 Sep 2026 – 14:00
Expert Talks (Hall 26c)
30 min
Cracking the Route-to-Market Puzzle Across EMEA - Warren Hudson CEO Unlock EMEA
Warren Hudson, Founder and CEO of Unlock EMEA, has spent more than a decade helping brands enter the European market, launching more than 50 innovative international brands into tier-one retail and distribution, unlocking over a quarter-billion dollars in channel revenue.
Track: Retail & Future of Commerce
Speakers
Language: ENGLISH
Access: Trade Visitors Only
Customer Insights
Delivery, Logistics and Fulfilment
Omnichannel Strategy
IFA Global Markets
6 Sep 2026 – 15:00
Expert Talks (Hall 26c)
30 min
Buying from China
Sourcing from China? Learn about the latest developments from an industry veteran. Paul Weedman's company in Shenzhen focuses on supply chain management service, including product/factory sourcing & verification, quality control, project management, designing, shipment consolidation & financing in China.
Track: Retail & Future of Commerce
Language: English
Access: Trade Visitors Only
Delivery, Logistics and Fulfilment
IFA Global Markets
6 Sep 2026 – 15:30
Expert Talks (Hall 26c)
30 min
PANEL DISCUSSION: Doing Business with China
A panel of three industry veterans will share their insights into buying from-- and selling to- China. Paul Weedman, Etienne Finet, and Chris Pereira will join forces to cover the different aspects of successful business with China.
Track: Retail & Future of Commerce
Speakers
Language: English
Access: Trade Visitors Only
Delivery, Logistics and Fulfilment
Customer Insights
IFA Global Markets