Get a glimpse into the dynamic panels, engaging keynotes, candid interviews, insightful career coach discussions, and more taking place at Women in Retail Leadership Circle events throughout the year. Our regional On the Road events and annual Summit gather fabulous, powerful women together to connect, learn, and be inspired.
Mary Beth Laughton, president and CEO, REI, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Seattle event this fall. She was interviewed by Melissa Campanelli, co-founder, Women in Retail Leadership Circle. Laughton and Campanelli host an inspiring conversation about purpose-driven leadership in today’s evolving retail landscape. Drawing from her experience leading...
A panel of powerhouse C-suite executives took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this past fall. Speakers included Emma Mcilroy, CEO, Wildfang; Mary van Praag, CEO and board member, Milani Cosmetics; Meera Bhatia, brand president and COO, Fabletics; Mimi Swain, chief commercial officer, Ring and Blink, Amazon.com;...
Susie Kuhn, president, Active Group, Wolverine Worldwide, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this past fall. Kuhn spoke during an inspiring series of concise TED Talks-style presentations sharing leadership insights. In just 15 minutes, she discussed her experiences leading across cultures, channels, and change as well...
Grace Na, founder and creative director of Pistola Jeans, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this fall. Na spoke during an inspiring series of concise TED Talks-style presentations sharing leadership insights. In just 15 minutes, she discussed her journey to founding Pistola Jeans as well as...
Misti Blasko, CEO, ABLE, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this past fall. Blasko spoke during an inspiring series of concise TED Talks-style presentations sharing leadership insights. In just 15 minutes, she discussed leading with purpose throughout her career as well as shared key takeaways for...
A panel of rising retail and brand leaders took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this past fall. Speakers included Erin Herrera, senior global director of sales, SCOUT Bags; Josefina Aguayo, director, diversity, inclusion and belonging, eBay, Inc.; Jessica Street, senior director, digital marketing and e-commerce performance,...
Cindy Solomon, founder, CEO and president, Courageous Leadership Institute, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this past fall. In an era defined by disruption, notably shifting global trade policies, unpredictable tariffs, supply chain volatility, and economic instability, leadership demands strategic clarity and unwavering courage. This keynote...
Angela Clark, vice president of digital at Patagonia, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this fall. She shares what it’s like to be a part of the Women in Retail Leadership Circle community, serve on the Advisory Board, and why she values her membership. Women in...
Melissa Rivers, best-selling author, producer, and entertainment journalist, took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event last fall. She was interviewed by Kristen Stevens, vice president, omnichannel programming and pricing, QVC/HSN. Joan Rivers built an iconic legacy at QVC, connecting with millions of viewers through authenticity, humor, and...
A panel of leading retail and brand executives took the stage at the 2025 Women in Retail On the Road: Los Angeles event this past fall. Speakers included Erica Buxton, president, Razor USA; Vivian Weng, brand president, ColourPop; Olivia Gentin, chief commercial officer, ANINE BING; LaNiece Douglas, president, North America, Yonex Corporation; and moderator Catherine...
