Tabletalks

Meaningful Connections

Peer-Led Conversations That Drive Real Insights 

Tabletalks are designed to connect retail supply chain leaders through carefully matched, small-group discussions. Each discussion brings together retailers facing similar challenges and priorities—creating a space for honest dialogue that helps uncover fresh perspectives, surface strategic opportunities, and deliver actionable insights that support business growth at scale.

Meet the right peers. Focus on what matters. 

Walk away with ideas you can use.

Retail supply chain leaders participating in a small-group discussion

Small Groups. Big Impact.

Tabletalks deliver 45 minutes of fast, focused conversation with 5–8 matched peers navigating the same challenges you are. Select up to two sessions, choosing from timely, high-impact topics spanning AI, automation, theft, transportation, returns, and more. Your attendee profile—opening Dec. 8—helps us build your ideal group using a precision matching process that aligns your interests, expertise, and availability.

Real Connections. Real Takeaways.

Tabletalks create a high-trust environment where leaders can speak openly about what’s working—and what isn’t. You’ll walk away with fresh perspectives, new relationships, and actionable insights that help you make smarter decisions back at your desk.

Not a Panel. Not a Lecture. A Conversation.

Tabletalks are intentionally unproduced: no slides, no branded materials, no sales pitches. Instead, conversations are driven by the retailers at the table, grounded in experience, and focused on solutions. Every voice matters, and every minute supports real-time learning.

Retail supply chain leaders participating in a LINK Tabletalk discussion

Sample Topics Include

Dig into real-world challenges with peers who are solving them every day. LINK Tabletalks cover topics like AI on the Move, DC Automation: Lessons Learned, Solving the Last-Mile Puzzle, Vendor Engagement & Collaboration, Women Leading the Chain, Tackling Cargo Theft, Smarter Returns & Inventory Planning with AI, and Managing Through Disruption.

How to Join

Tell us your preferred topics, set your availability, and share any peer-matching preferences. We’ll build your personalized schedule—then you’ll confirm your sessions during the acceptance window.

Everything You Need to Know About Tabletalks

Tabletalks are small-group, peer-led lunch discussions on timely retail supply chain topics like AI, tariffs, and disruption. Each session brings together 5–8 participants for real, off-the-record conversations designed to spark collaboration and insight.

All Tabletalks are held in a dedicated Tabletalks area in the Exhibition Hall and each Tabletalk is assigned a table number (check your calendar invite or the mobile app for the table number). Lunch will be available in the Tabletalks area starting from 11:30 am ET 

All registered retail and CPG attendees of LINK2026 are eligible. You do not need to be part of LINK Connect (the hosted meetings program) to participate in Tabletalks.
During registration, you’ll complete a brief profile where you can opt into Tabletalks and select the topics you’re most interested in. If you skip this step, don’t worry—you can still join later when the scheduling window opens.
Tabletalks are held during lunch hours at LINK2026. Sessions will run on Monday and Tuesday from 12:00 PM and 12:45 PM, lasting 45 minutes each.
Tabletalks uses the same smart scheduling algorithm as LINK Connect to match participants based on topic preferences and availability. You’ll receive calendar invites once your schedule is finalized.
No. Tabletalks are included as part of your LINK2026 registration—there’s no additional cost to participate.
No prep is needed. A RILA-appointed discussion starter or sponsor-trained facilitator will guide the conversation. Just show up ready to engage.

Attend the can’t miss event for your supply chain team!

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