MEMBER LEADERSHIP NETWORKS
Retail Leadership Committees & Councils
RILA committees and councils bring together retail leaders to collaborate on the most important issues shaping the industry. Through peer exchange, policy engagement, and shared expertise, members work together to address challenges, advance solutions, and strengthen retail operations.
INDUSTRY COLLABORATION
Retail Leaders Driving Progress
Across every focus area, RILA committees and councils connect experts from leading retail companies to share insights, shape policy priorities, and develop strategies that move the industry forward.
Asset Protection Advisory Board
Senior retail asset protection executives collaborate to provide strategic guidance on loss prevention, organized retail crime, and emerging security challenges while helping shape the Retail Asset Protection Conference.Asset Protection Leaders Council
Senior asset protection executives address emerging industry challenges, share strategies, and collaborate on initiatives that strengthen retail security and operational resilience.Chief Store Officers Council
A leadership forum for senior retail executives responsible for store operations to share insights and address the evolving challenges of running retail’s front lines.View All Councils & Committees
Finance Leaders Council
Chief accounting officers, treasurers and/or controllers discuss positions on issues relating to financial reporting and procedures.Internal Audit Committee
Chief audit executives collaborate on internal audit challenges, emerging risks, and best practices for strengthening governance and internal controls.Payments Committee
Retail legal, privacy, and payments leaders collaborate on emerging payment technologies, fraud prevention, and regulatory developments affecting retail payment systems.View All Councils & Committees
Chief Legal Officer Committee
Chief legal officers collaborate on regulatory developments, legal strategy, and emerging legal challenges affecting the retail industry.Compliance Council
Chief compliance officers collaborate on regulatory requirements, corporate compliance strategies, and risk management practices affecting retail operations.Consumer Products Committee
Retail product safety, compliance, and regulatory leaders collaborate on product standards, safety regulations, and emerging compliance challenges.View All Councils & Committees
Communications Committee
Senior communications leaders from retail member companies collaborate on strategic messaging, public affairs communications, and best practices for engaging stakeholders and shaping the industry narrative.Finance Leaders Council
Chief accounting officers, treasurers and/or controllers discuss positions on issues relating to financial reporting and procedures.Government Affairs Committee
Senior government relations executives from retail member companies shape RILA's public policy agenda and advocacy efforts at the federal level.View All Councils & Committees
Chief Store Officers Council
A leadership forum for senior retail executives responsible for store operations to share insights and address the evolving challenges of running retail’s front lines.Distribution Committee
Retail distribution leaders collaborate on warehouse operations, fulfillment strategies, and innovations in distribution network management.International Trade and Customs Committee
Trade and import compliance experts collaborate on global trade policy, tariffs, and customs regulations affecting retail supply chains.View All Councils & Committees
Environment & Waste Compliance Committee
Retail compliance professionals collaborate on environmental regulations, waste management practices, and strategies for meeting evolving sustainability requirements.Responsible Sourcing Committee
Retail leaders collaborate on ethical sourcing, supply chain transparency, and responsible labor practices across global supplier networks.Sustainability Committee
Retail sustainability and ESG executives collaborate on environmental strategy, emissions reduction, circular economy initiatives, and responsible resource management to improve retail operations and product lifecycles.View All Councils & Committees
Chief Information Officer Leaders Council
A leadership community for senior retail technology executives to collaborate on digital transformation, enterprise technology strategy, and the innovations shaping modern retail.Privacy Leaders Council
Chief privacy officers and legal leaders collaborate on evolving privacy regulations, data governance, and best practices for protecting consumer information.View All Councils & Committees
Retail Labor and Employment Committee
Labor and HR executives collaborate on the employment and labor issues impacting retail, sharing insights and helping shape policy conversations that affect the industry.Retail Talent & Culture Committee
Retail leaders collaborate on workforce strategy, employee experience, and organizational culture to improve talent retention, engagement, and long-term workforce development.Retail Talent Committee
The Retail Talent Committee brings together executives focused on talent acquisition, retention, development, and benefits. Members collaborate on workforce trends, benchmarking insights, and strategies to build a skilled and innovative retail workforce.View All Councils & Committees
Upcoming Events
Connect with Leaders. Advance your Career.
Committee meetings, conferences, and industry gatherings provide opportunities for members to exchange ideas, build relationships, and stay ahead of the issues shaping retail.
Our Centers
Strategic initiatives advancing retail leadership
Through the Retail Litigation Center, Retail Compliance Center, and Retail Communities Foundation, RILA advances compliance, legal advocacy, and community impact across the retail industry.
Retail Insights & Industry News
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Organized Retail Crime Is a Federal Issue—Not Just a Store Level Problem
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How the War in Iran impacts retail supply chains
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What Is the Work Opportunity Tax Credit?
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Why Supply Chain Executives Should Rethink Internal Systems
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What the flurry of new trade deals could mean
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What happens to Trump’s IEEPA tariffs if he loses in court
