Be a part of the most influential discussions in retail this year.
RILA is excited to announce the dates for the Retail CEO Washington Summit. Supply chain issues, global conflicts, workforce challenges and economic headwinds will shape the environment for leading retailers for years to come. Join us in Washington, DC to hear from top policymakers and discuss the critical issues that will impact economic growth and consumer confidence—and shape your long-term business plans.
This exclusive event is an opportunity for leading retail executives to discuss crucial issues and related strategies in a private setting. We will talk with key members of the Biden administration and members of Congress who are directly engaged in the issues that matter most to your business.
This is a critical time to influence public policy. Don’t miss this opportunity to join your peers and leading policymakers to prepare for the challenges that lie ahead. Register today!
Schedule-at-a-Glance
- Wednesday Jun 29, 2022
- Thursday Jun 30, 2022
- 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
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Executive Committee Lunch & Meeting (Invite Only)
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
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RILA Board of Directors Lunch (Invite Only)
- 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
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RILA Board of Directors Meeting (Invite Only)
- 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM
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Welcome and Opening Remarks
- 3:15 PM – 4:00 PM
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Featured Speaker: Marvin Ellison, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer at Lowe's Companies, Inc.
- 4:15 PM – 5:00 PM
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General Session
- 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
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Reception & Dinner (Hotel Washington Roof)
- 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM
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Networking Breakfast
- 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
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General Session
- 9:00 AM – 9:40 AM
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General Session
- 9:40 AM – 10:00 AM
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Networking & Business Break
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
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General Session
- 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
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Networking & Business Break
- 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
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General Session
- 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
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Lunch
- 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
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General Session
- 1:45 PM – 2:00 PM
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Networking & Business Break
- 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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Closing Session
Our Past Speakers Have Included
Governor Lael Brainard
- Vice Chair
- Federal Reserve Board of Governors
U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper
- (D-CO)
- United States Senate
Roger W. Ferguson, Jr.
- Immediate Past President & CEO
- TIAA
U.S. Senator Tim Scott
- (R-SC)
- United States Senate

Who Attends
The Retail CEO Summit is where executives go to top policymakers and discuss the critical issues that will impact the retail industry. Discover top retail executives who have attended.
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Last Year's Program
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Past Speakers
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