Ones to watch at NRF 2025

Manhattan will once again play host to retail’s pinnacle event, but how can attendees ensure they make the most of Retail’s Big Show? Here is our pick of the most exciting and important experiences, exhibitors and speakers to encounter at NRF’25.

The legendary fashion icon

With more than 175 sessions already on the agenda it’s hard to pick out the top speaker, however, fashion trailblazer Tommy Hilfiger’s keynote promises to be something special, with a deep dive into four decades at the sharp end of the apparel industry.

The CEO who swapped shop floor for boardroom

Walmart is well-represented with multiple speakers contributing throughout the three days. John Furner, CEO, Walmart, U.S, will discuss managing a 1.5 million strong associate workforce, the performance of a 4,700-store estate and his rise from hourly worker to CEO of one of the world’s most recognised brands.

All go for North American grocers

As a partner to some of the world’s largest grocery brands, we like to keep our finger on the pulse of supermarket shopping trends. Michelle Evans, Global Lead of Retail and Digital Consumer Insights at Euromonitor International, will discuss the ongoing impact of inflation, digitisation and the complex geopolitical landscape on grocery in a special Sunday session.

The freshest faces in retail

NRF’s Startup Hub is always a hotbed of innovation and inspiration, and the 2025 cohort promises to be no different. More than 60 startups, ranging from delivery disruptors to video messaging solutions to scented shopping tech will provide an eclectic set of experiences for any visitor to the startup zone.

The exciting innovators

The NRF 2025 Innovators Lab includes some of the most intriguing names for brands in retail. Who doesn’t want to learn about a business named Tolstoy, bops, Haus, soona, or Nibble?

… and the unexpected

NRF has shown a real willingness to experiment at the 2025 event, with an opportunity to grab a new head and shoulders shot of yourself, a women in retail oasis, and even a big concert to enjoy.

Of course, no trip to NRF would be complete without a visit to Flooid at booth #3221. Our team will be running demos and taking questions across any topic related to point-of-sale or unified commerce. We’ll also be working closely with our partners Glory and Acrelec at booth #6120, who will bring vast expertise on cash operations and customer experience in retail and restaurant environments.

To see how Flooid’s platform and services can revolutionise your point-of-sale operations and customer experience, book a meeting with our team at NRF.

Retail’s Big Show takes place at the Jakob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan, New York, from Jan 12th through 14th, 2025.