RTS & RWIT: Optimising the Shopping Journey Workshop
Retail Women in Tech is coming to the Retail Technology Show 2026
Retail Women in Tech is bringing its community to Retail Technology Show 2026 for two days of insight, conversation, and meaningful connection with women and allies across retail and technology.
Taking place 22–23 April at ExCeL London, RTS brings together 15,000+ retail professionals, 450+ technology providers, and 125+ industry speakers for one of the biggest gatherings in retail.
As part of the week, Retail Women In Tech will host a featured workshop:
Optimising the Shopping Journey for Today’s Researched Consumer 🗓️ 22 April ⏱️2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 Workshop & Roundtable Room, next to the main stage
Today’s shoppers are more informed than ever, but more information does not always create more confidence. In this session, we’ll explore how retailers can simplify decision-making, support discovery, and create better customer journeys through the right mix of insight, data, and technology.
We’ll discuss how to: • reduce information overload • support more confident customer decisions • personalize the shopping journey at scale
Featured Speakers Renee Hartmann, Natalie Fresen, and Melissa Minkow
Then join us for the Retail Women in Tech Happy Hour at The Big Retail Party, RWIT will be bringing the community together for the Women of Retail Networking Hour. Expect great conversations, new connections and a complimentary drinks while celebrating the brilliant women shaping the future of retail.
🗓️ 22 April ⏱️4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Champagne Bar
A relaxed networking gathering to meet fellow leaders, spark new conversations, and celebrate the women shaping the future of retail.
If you’re attending #RTS2026, we’d love to have you with us.
Spaces for the workshop are limited, so early registration is encouraged. We can’t wait to see you there 😊