Our Focus
The Retail Industry Leaders Association is the US trade association for leading retailers. RILA partners with leading retailers to meet the challenges of a dynamic economy. Through collaboration and thought leadership, we advance ideas that foster free markets, competition, economic growth, and sustainability.
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Finance
RILA is focused on serving as a resource for our members as they navigate finance-related challenges and opportunities by offering several networks.
Sustainability / Environment
RILA uses benchmarking studies, partnerships, and research to help leading retailers collaborate and tailor their programs and initiatives.
Asset Protection
RILA is committed to supporting the AP industry’s efforts to adapt to today’s consumer needs without compromising safety, security, and profit.
COVID-19 Resources for Retailers
RILA’s coronavirus resources for retailers provide up-to-date information on the developments around COVID-19 for the retail industry and community.
Legal Affairs and Compliance
RILA provides a network for leading retailers to share best practices and act on the most pressing legal issues of the day.
Supply Chain
RILA is committed to providing retail leaders with knowledge and innovative solutions as ubiquitous and evolving consumer shopping disrupts retail.
Technology and Innovation
The retail innovation ecosystem, which includes RILA’s RTech community, works strategically together to address critical retail industry needs.
Workforce
RILA advocates for sound policies that support diversity, flexibility, upward mobility, and the power to choose one’s own path.
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The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) is the trade association for retail leaders.
Take it from our members
“My experience serving on RILA’s board to date has shown me what incredible things our industry can accomplish when we work together on a shared vision for retail. As chair, I’m thrilled to be able to continue working so closely with fellow leaders to build upon our successes and help shape the future of our industry.”
Mary Dillon
- Chairperson, RILA – Chief Executive Officer
- Ulta Beauty, Inc.
- Bolingbrook, IL
LEADING RETAIL INSIGHTS: THE 2021 CONSUMER SHIFT
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