Big Ideas Session
Empowering the Front Line with AI: 7‑Eleven and Hy‑Vee’s ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Transformation
Monday, January 12
9:15 AM–10:00 AM | Stage 5, Level 1
- Rachel Allen, Head of Talent Acquisition, 7‑Eleven
- Becky Olson, Senior Principal Product Manager, Hy‑Vee
- Kalan Comba, Chief Technology Officer, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
Learn how top retailers 7‑Eleven and Hy‑Vee use ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ to empower frontline teams. Discover strategies for boosting productivity, engagement, and retention by leveraging real‑time insights and intelligent workforce planning.
Event Agenda
Connect with us at NRF 2026!
From insightful talks to hands-on workshops, this is your chance to learn, connect, and grow with your retail peers. Scroll down to take a look at the full agenda and start planning your experience.
Sunday, January 11
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1:1 Demo Session with ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
9:00 AM–5:00 PM | Booth 5057, Expo Hall
Want to dive deeper? Our solutions experts are here for all your IT needs. Reach out to schedule a 1:1 demo.
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AI Value Conversations with ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
9:00 AM–5:00 PM | ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Meeting Rooms
Explore the retail-focused AI capabilities of ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Illuminateâ„¢ during a 30-minute consultation, and discover how ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ can help you translate insights into faster AI adoption.
Invitation-only event.
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Workforce Management Workshop
12:00 PM–1:00 PM | Meeting Room 2D01
Join ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ and Connors Group for a hosted lunch tailored for retail leaders. Explore how ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Workforce Management helps streamline store operations, optimize labor to demand, and reduce the complexity of managing large hourly workforces. See how a unified platform can lower turnover; strengthen manager effectiveness; and deliver the consistent, high-quality customer experience today’s shoppers expect.
Invitation-only event.
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Retail Store Tours
2:00 PM–6:00 PM | Select retail stores
²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ will be hosting retail delegates for curated store tours of our ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ customers throughout NYC.
Invitation-only event.
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Exclusive Michelin-Level Reception with ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ and Accenture
6:00 PM–9:00 PM | Rockefeller Plaza
²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ and Accenture invite retail delegates to indulge in an exclusive Michelin-star culinary experience, complemented by expertly crafted drinks in an intimate, upscale setting.
Invitation-only event.
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Retail Insiders Party
9:00 PM–11:30 PM
²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ is thrilled to be a sponsor of the Retail Insiders Party this year. Join us for premium cocktails, delicious food, and conversation with retail leaders.
Invitation-only event.
Monday, January 12
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Merchandising Breakfast
7:30 AM–8:30 AM | Meeting Room 2D01
Join ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ for a hosted breakfast for an inside look at merchandising integration with our retail partner Island Pacific. Together, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ and Island Pacific deliver a fully connected next-generation retail ERP that unifies merchandise planning, finance, store operations, and the frontline workforce. By eliminating data silos and creating one real-time view of inventory, sales, and labor, retailers can make faster decisions, improve margin performance, and keep stores and channels operating smoothly.
Invitation-only event.
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1:1 Demo Session with ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
9:00 AM–5:00 PM | Booth 5057, Expo Hall
Want to dive deeper? Our solutions experts are here for all your questions. Reach out to schedule a 1:1 demo.
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AI Value Conversations with ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
9:00 AM–5:00 PM | Booth 5057, Expo Hall
Explore the retail-focused AI capabilities of ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Illuminateâ„¢ during a 30-minute consultation, and discover how ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ can help you translate insights into faster AI adoption.
Invitation-only event.
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Empowering the Front Line with AI: 7-Eleven and Hy-Vee’s ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Transformation
9:15 AM–10:00 AM | Stage 5, Level 1
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Rachel Allen
Head of Talent Acquisition, 7-Eleven
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Becky Olson
Senior Principal Product Manager, Hy-Vee
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Kalan Comba
Chief Technology Officer, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
Join us to discover how innovative retailers transform the frontline worker and manager experience by leveraging the power of the ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ platform.
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Talent Acquisition and Recruiting Lunch Workshop
12:00 PM–1:00 PM | Meeting Room 2D01
Join ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ and Paradox for an exclusive lunch designed for retail talent and operations leaders. Learn how ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ helps you attract and hire top store and distribution-center talent at scale—so you can stay staffed to meet fluctuating demand and deliver great customer service. Hear how to transform high-volume retail hiring with faster, smarter, more personal experiences powered by conversational AI, reducing time-to-fill and helping candidates move seamlessly from application to their first day on the floor.
Invitation-only event.
Tuesday, January 13
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1:1 Demo Session with ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ
9:00 AM–4:00 PM | Booth 5057, Expo Hall
Want to dive deeper? Our solutions experts are here for all your questions. Reach out to schedule a 1:1 demo.