Happy New Year! As we step into a fresh chapter, we here at Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) recognize that 2025 is brimming with opportunities to innovate, connect, and create transformative experiences in our ever-evolving industry. Here’s to a year filled with bold ideas, impactful leadership, and shared success.

We’re committed to bringing our community more opportunities for connection and growth than ever before. To that end, WIRLC is excited to partner once again with CommerceNext at the CommerceNext Growth Show, taking place June 24-26 at the New York Hilton Midtown.

This premier event provides attendees with access to visionary keynotes and informative panel discussions, opportunities to forge meaningful connections, and actionable insights to drive success in e-commerce and retail. From growth strategies to exploring the intersection of physical and digital retail, CommerceNext has it all.

As part of our partnership, Women in Retail Leadership Circle will present the Top Woman of the Year CommerceNexty Award. The CommerceNextys are peer-reviewed awards recognizing marketing and e-commerce achievements among retail and direct-to-consumer brands. The Top Woman of the Year Award celebrates a woman leader in retail and/or e-commerce who has made significant contributions to the community and mentored others toward success. This marks the fourth year of our partnership with CommerceNext on this prestigious award. Stay tuned for information on how to nominate yourself, a client or colleague for the honor!

Additionally, Women in Retail Leadership Circle will have a dedicated pavilion in the exhibit area of the event. Members and friends are welcome to stop by, say hello, or use the space for quick meetings. We’ll also be recording podcast episodes live from the pavilion as well as curating a Retailers’ Women’s Breakfast at the event. Look out for a date and time to be announced!

If you’re interested in joining us at the CommerceNext Growth Show, register at this link using the code WIRLC for a 10 percent discount.

Want to know where else WIRLC will be this year? Check out our full calendar of events here. We look forward to seeing you at our 2025 events!