INSPIRING WOMEN IN RETAIL & LICENSING

Are you ready to take your career to new heights? Join us at the Leadership Summit: Women in Retail & Licensing presented by the Merchantwise Group.

Thursday 29th May

MicDrop Level 5/111 Cecil St, South Melbourne VIC 3205

Like all Business in Heels Summits this event is tailor-made to inspire, empower, and support women as they aim for senior leadership roles.

Now in it’s fifth year and sold out each time.  Our summit offers a power-packed agenda featuring keynote presentations, panel discussions, professional development sessions, industry updates  and extensive networking opportunities. Plus, enjoy breathtaking views overlooking Melbourne.

The day kicks off with a keynote from Sarah Hunter CEO, Officeworks and is followed up by insightful panel discussions and thought provoking workshops. After a sumptuous lunch we will hear from our second keynote, Rennie Freer Chief marketing officer KMart. 

Check out the Workshops ..

The State of the Market

Roy Morgan CEO Michele Levine is a highly sought-after expert on market trends and factors that impact industries.

As well as providing an update on the current industry trends we are facing, Michele will provide insights into how she made her way to the top job as CEO of Australia’s largest independent market researcher and why this path is available to any woman who is prepared to challenge herself.

Driving Customer Acquisition: The Power of Licensing to Attract New Customers

Retail sales have been flat in many categories. Traditional brick-and-mortar stores are being challenged by new e-commerce paradigms and the desire to play safe is leading to boring retail executions.

What You’ll Learn:

• The global impact of licensing financially
• What is trending in licensing
• Which product categories are growing locally and globally?
• Some best practice collaboration executions

How Retail Businesses Are Winning with AI :  Real-World Use Cases & Strategic Insights

Many retail businesses are struggling to keep up with shifting customer expectations, rising operational costs, and increasing competition from online marketplaces. While AI offers powerful solutions—from personalised marketing to inventory optimisation—most retailers don’t know where to start or how to implement AI in a practical, cost-effective way.

What You’ll Learn:

Understand real-world examples of AI in retail
Identify the most impactful areas to apply AI in your business
Learn how AI can help reduce costs and increase sales
Discover simple, affordable AI tools retailers are using today
Learn how to assess your business’s AI readiness
Get a step-by-step framework to start your AI transformation journey