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For full information download the brochure at: www.worldretailcongressasia.com/download-agenda.cfm

Hear from Wumart Stores , Giordano International, Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide, Spar International, CCFA, Reliance Industries, AEON, FairPrice International, Mango, Rustan Commercial Corporation Philippines , Courts Asia Limited, Coca Cola and many more at World Retail Congress Asia.  With panel discussions, keynote presentations and roundtable debates, delivered by retailers and consumer specialists, the Congress provides a unique opportunity to learn, exchange knowledge with your peers and make lasting business connections.

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INSPIRING KEYNOTE

An inspirational keynote speech from leading Asian retailer Giordano International ‘s iconic Chairman Dr Peter Lau will open the agenda for the Congress and a senior-level discussion between some of Asia’s leading retailers from CR Vanguard, Reliance Retail and Aeon will further explore the issues on the leadership agenda and what the winning strategies are for the Asian markets.  See all the speakers here.

One of the big questions on everybody’s lips is – can the growth continue? And if it can, how are retailers going to manage this growth sustainably, meet the needs of their loyal as well as new customers as well as adapting to the shifting developments and evolution taking place in modern retail throughout Asia?  Download the new programme here for full information.

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GALA DINNER – SIR DAVID TANG

Also not to be missed is legendary retail icon Sir David Tang, World Retail Congress Asia Pacific Gala Dinner on 28 March; over a 7 course Chinese banquet delegates will have the chance to network informally and enjoy an evening with industry peers and colleagues.

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NEW FOR 2012 – BEIJING RETAIL STUDY TOUR

This new addition to the event has proven to have captured the imagination, and curiosity, of the Congress delegates. The bespoke tour, taking place on the 27 March 2012, will take in some of the most innovative, creative and dyamic stores and Malls in Beijing, including the China World Trade Centre Mall, Joyce, Joy City and many more. Find out more information here.

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GLOBAL BRANDS SET TO SPEAK

Global brands talking on the key topics of ecommerce, luxury retailing, store formats and customer insight include the leaders of Starbucks, Coca Cola, Deloitte, Coach, Seven-Eleven (Dairy Farm) and Nike. Download the new programme here for full information.

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RETAIL GLOBALISATION

For those who can master their strategy to leverage the opportunities of the ongoing globalisation of retail, there are huge rewards to be won.  Just one of the many retailers sharing their invaluable insights into this diverse and dynamic market is Walmart’s Asia Chief Executive Scott Price. Download the new programme here for full information.

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AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS

•    Understanding the impact of digital influences on shopping trends
•    Maximising the opportunities for luxury retailing in the Asian markets
•    Developing world-class supply chains
•    Tailoring your product for the Asian markets
•    Leadership: retaining and developing talent
•    Growing your business and brand world-wide
•    Stores and Mall focus: Creating winning retail destinations
•    Global best-practice in smart technology Download the up to date new programme here for full information.

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ICONIC SPEAKERS

Julio Babecki, Partner, L Capital (LVMH)
Nishad Alani, Vice-President Regional Operations, Starbucks Asia Pacific
Scott Kronick, President, Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide, North Asia
Francois Gay-Bellile, Vice President, Customer Leadership, Pacific Group, The Coca Cola Company
Dr Gordon Campbell, Chief Executive, Spar International
Bijou Kurien, Chief Executive, Reliance Industries
Jerry T. Black, Chief Strategy Officer, AEON
Dr Ira Kalish, Global Research Director, Deloitte
David Sancho, Vice President International Expansion, Mango
Lim Beng Chee, Chief Executive, CapitalMalls Asia
Trevor Millett, International Strategy Director, Alliance Boots
Paul Sheldrake, Chief Executive, Seven Eleven South China (Dairy Farm)
Simon Pestridge, Global Brand Director, Nike
Jay Mark Caplan, Research Manager, China Youthology
Dr Ramesh Tainwala, President of Asia Pacific and Middle East, Samsonite
Mary Lynn Phillips, SVP, CFO North America, Coach, Inc.