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Shoptalk 2022 - The Ultimate Guide
March 15,2022 11 min read
Anisha Rajasekar
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Shoptalk 2022 - retail’s big reunion is finally here! After waiting for 3 whole 
years, retailers across the globe are ready to jump back in to reunite and 
revolutionize the industry at retail’s biggest event. We’ve curated the ultimate 
guide to help you get the best out of Shoptalk 2022.
Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of these four days!
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RETAIL'S BIG REUNION
SHOPTALK
2022 LAS VEGAS
WHEN: 27 - 30, March, 2022 WHERE: Mandalay 
Bay, Las Vegas
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WHEN: 27 - 30, March, 2022
WHERE: Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas | View on map
1. Hotels near Shoptalk 2022
First things first, while the Mandalay Bay is all set to host 
Shoptalk, let’s make sure you know where you’re setting up 
shop for the next four days. Here are some pretty great 
hotels you can find within a 5-mile radius.
The MGM Grand
Distance: 0.8 miles from the Mandalay Bay
MGM Grand Las Vegas is believed to be The Entertainment Authority-known for its 
star-studded events at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, incredible entertainment like 
KA™ by Cirque du Soleil, exquisite dining featuring celebrity chefs and an exciting 
nightlife. View on map
The Park MGM
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Located where the old Monte Carlo was, The Park MGM is the newest hotel in the 
heart of the densely packed three-and-a-half mile long stretch of hotel-casinos in Las 
Vegas known as the Strip. Get access to the biggest shows that come to Las Vegas. 
View on map
Vdara Hotel and Spa
Distance: 1.2 miles from the Mandalay Bay
The Vdara Hotel & Spa is a luxury rental boutique condo-hotel located in 
CityCenter Las Vegas, connected to the ARIA and Bellagio resorts. It’s just V2 a 
mile from the roller coaster at New York New York, that you simply have to try. 
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Bellagio Hotel and Casino
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Distance: 1.4 miles from the Mandalay Bay
The Bellagio Resort & Casino is in the center of the famous Las Vegas Strip. This 
luxury hotel takes inspiration from the villages of Europe and it overlooks a 
Mediterranean-blue lake with fountains performing a breathtaking ballet. View on 
map
Aria Resort and Casino
Distance: 1 mile from the Mandalay Bay
At the center of the best Vegas entertainment has to offer is the ARIA Resort and 
Casino. Whether it’s a show at Dolby Live or sporting event at T-Mobile arena ARIA 
curates the perfect itinerary for a night you’ll never forget. View on map
Luxor Hotel and Casino
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Distance: 0.3 miles from the Mandalay Bay
Known for its iconic pyramid shape and it’s situated right next to the sphinx. Being 
connected via an enclosed walkway, it’s just an easy 0.3 of a mile walk from 
the Luxor Hotel and Casino to its sister property next door at Mandalay Bay. View on 
map
The Palazzo at The Venetian
Distance: 2.2 miles from the Mandalay Bay
Nearly double the size of an average Las Vegas hotel room, the standard Las Vegas 
hotel suites are absolutely perfect! From hand-painted frescos to award-winning 
restaurants and lounges. The Venetian Las Vegas embodies the spirit and excitement 
of Venice. View on map
2. What’s the agenda?
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There’s so much to do at Shoptalk 2022! If you just can’t seem to decide what you 
want to do, we’ve listed down the tracks and themes explored by the speakers in the 
agenda below.
Explore what addresses the key pain points for your business and make the most of 
your time here.
You can find the detailed agenda with the list of speakers, the topics and more right 
here.
Day 1: Sunday - 27 March, 2022
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4
Developing Tomorrow's    Innovative Growth Global Shopping Shark Reef 
Retail Leaders    Opportunities Experiences Startup Pitch
Day 2: Monday - 28 March, 2022
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5
Sophisticated Cultivating Tech Startup 
Payments and New Retail Insights 
Commerce Customer Spotlight: Supply 
Checkout Innovations and Research
Offerings Relationships Chain
Advances in Sustainability Workshops:
Marketing
Groundbreaking Merchandising
Tech Startup 
Digital
Spotlight: Operations
Experiences
Day 3: Tuesday - 29 March, 2022
Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5
Workshops: 
The C-Suite on Catering to The Tech Startup 
Ecommerce 
Retail's Today's Sophisticated Supply Spotlight: Marketing 
Technologies and 
Transformation Consumer Chain and Merchandising
Capabilities
Elevating the Retail 
Store The Workshops:
Future of Strategic Retail Emerging
Marketing Supply Chain and the Partnerships and Ecommerce
Customer Experience Relationships Opportunities
Day 4: Wednesday - 30 March, 2022
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Track 1 Track 2 Track 3
Deep Dive: Spotlight on Deep Dive: Marketing and Deep Dive: Designing Tomorrow's Retail Verticals    
Brand-Building    Retail Experiences
3. Speakers
Shoptalk 2022 features retail changemakers from 
across the globe. This year, they have over 250+ 
speakers all set to offer their perspective on all 
things retail. We’ve handpicked this list of 6 
speakers you simply cannot miss if you’re at 
Shoptalk 2022!
Karen Bruck, Ecommerce VP, Mercado Libre
With an MBA from MIT and several years of 
experience in the retail market, she’s seen the 
radical growth of a company that’s competing 
with Alibaba’s, the Amazons and the Walmarts 
up close.
Karen is responsible for the Mercado Libre operations of Argentina, Chile, Colombia, 
Peru and Venezuela.
When we hosted Karen on our podcast, we dove deep into Mercado Libre’s vision to 
tailor growth in the Latin American Retail Market and the role of technology and AI 
in this journey using Vue.ai’s solutions. We’re looking forward to hearing her 
speak at Shoptalk where she unravels the nuances of the exciting ecommerce market 
in LatAm.
When: Sunday, March 27, 2022 | Session 3 - 3:30 - 4:10 Topic: The Leading Edge of 
Retail Innovation in Latin America Description: Latin America became the fastest-
growing ecommerce market in 2020, catapulting a region where digital penetration 
had previously stalled at 5%. This rapid rise has contributed to a booming startup 
scene, making Latin America one of the most exciting retail markets. In this session, 
the region’s retail leaders will discuss its transformation and remaining challenges, 
which range from a largely unbanked population to complex fulfillment and delivery 
logistics.
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As Head of e-Commerce and Technology for 
Gap Inc., John Strain looks into Technology, 
Product Management, Data and Analytics, and 
Loyalty and Payments. John also oversees the 
Digital business including eCommerce Strategy 
and Operations and Digital and Direct 
Marketing.
With almost 30 years in the retail technology and eCommerce space, John brings a 
customer-centric mindset to a delivery orientation that has resulted in a track-record 
of successful digital transformations.
When: Session 3 - 10:00am — 10:40am
Topic: Track Keynote: Payments and Digital Offerings that Build Shopper Loyalty 
Description: Buy Now, Pay Later programs and contactless payments are just two of 
many payment offerings seeing increased adoption as shoppers press for 
convenience and choice in how they make purchases online and in-store. This Track 
Keynote discusses how a sound payment strategy can deliver increased basket sizes, 
more shopping visits and ultimately stronger brand loyalty.
James Reinhart, Co-Founder & CEO, thredUP
In 2009, James Reinhart, the CEO and 
cofounder of thredUP set out to modernize 
thrifting with technology. At the forefront of 
sustainable fashion is thredUP, one of the 
biggest resale e-commerce platforms for 
women’s and kids’ clothing, shoes and 
accessories.
James is a graduate of the Harvard Business School and the Harvard Kennedy School 
where he earned a joint degree in public policy and business. .
Our association with thredUP goes way back to when they leveraged Vue.ai’s AI 
powered discovery solutions to help their shoppers locate their ideal product from 
an inventory of 5.5M unique items. Click here to see what they have to say about our 
solutions.
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Interviewer: Hilary Milnes, Executive Americas Editor, Vogue Business
When: Monday, March 28, 2022 | 4:45pm — 5:05pm
Topic: Scaling Resale Experiences for Sustainability and Profitability
Joon Silverstein, SVP, Global Head of Digital & Sustainability, Coach
Joon Silverstein, the Global Head of Digital & 
Sustainability at Coach, leads global digital, 
customer experience, and sustainability. With 
customer-centric innovation at the core of her 
approach, it drives to fuel brand 
transformation, identify and scale new business 
opportunities.
When: Session 4 - 2:20pm — 3:00pm
Topic: Sustainable Product and Packaging Innovations: A Conversation Katia 
Walsh, SVP & Chief Strategy & Artificial Intelligence Officer, Levi Strauss & Co.
At Levi Strauss & Co. Katia Walsh leads data, 
analytics strategy, and AI. Optimizing the 
capabilities of artificial intelligence, she is 
responsible for crafting a holistic corporate 
and digital strategy globally.
When: Sunday, 27 March | Session 2 - 2:45pm — 3:25pm
Topic: Attracting, Developing and Retaining Top Digital Talent
Description: Due to a tight labor market, increasing demand for digital skills and
shifting workplace dynamics, the competition for digital talent is fierce. This
session will address how companies identify and recruit the right talent, as well as
how they’re incentivizing their existing workforce to stay and embrace new
technologies.
Sharonda Weatherspoon, SVP of Retail Stores & Co-Chair for Diversity & 
Inclusion, Ralph Lauren
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maintaining strong roots and ties to the 
community in which she grew up. She is a 
results-oriented executive with over 25 years in 
the retail fashion industry. She has a proven 
track record in driving sales and profit, 
delivering an elevated brand experience while 
leading change in complex environments.
When: Sunday, 27 March, 2022 | Session 1 - 2:00pm — 2:40pm Topic: Empowering 
Tomorrow’s Women Leaders
Description: The number of women leading Fortune 500 companies hit a record in 
2021, with retail and consumer goods companies accounting for one-third of the 
total. Still, women’s representation remains far below parity at the C-level. In this 
session, retail executives will share how they’re sponsoring and empowering 
tomorrow’s women leaders.
4. Networking has never been easier
While you’re at Shoptalk 2022, there’s more to networking than just your meet 
and greets. Explore what works best for your business and get a head start. 
Learn more about networking opportunities at Shoptalk 2022.
HOSTED RETAILERS & BRANDS PROGRAM
Retailers or brands may qualify for complimentary 
Shoptalk tickets plus up to $750 in hotel/travel 
reimbursement with their exclusive Hosted 
Retailers & Brands Program. Click here for more 
information.
TABLETALKS
Retailers or brands may qualify for complimentary 
Shoptalk tickets plus up to $750 in hotel/travel 
reimbursement with their exclusive Hosted 
Retailers & Brands Program. Click here for more 
information.
SHOPHOP
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What’s a retail conference without some fun! Create 
deep meaningful peer connections at Shophop, a 
networking program designed to bring together 
hundreds of retailers and brands together in a 
socially conducive environment.
RETAILERS & BRANDS NETWORKING DINNERS
Shoptalk hosts a series of invitation-only dinners: 
Retailers & Brands Networking Dinners at high-end 
Las Vegas restaurants for groups of 15-20 retailers 
and brands.
Monday, March 28, 2022 | 7:30-9:30pm.
FUNDING FOUNDERS
Shoptalk’s Funding Founders program, matches 
startups and investors through pre-show 
introductions and onsite meetings.
EXHIBIT HALL
At the exhibit hall, you can meet 300 vendors who 
will be showcasing cutting edge technology 
through live demos and presentations by product 
experts. If you’re here, come over to booth 10011 
and say hi to us at Vue.ai.
5. Learn while you’re at Shoptalk!
Earning a Retail Education 
Certificate is a great way to make
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awarded to every individual who 
completes at least 10 of the 
approved credits continuing 
education at Shoptalk.
With more than 2000 attendees earning their Annual Retail Education Certificate 
each year, including some noteworthy brands such as: Amazon, Target, Best Buy, 
Google, Microsoft. Credits are earned onsite during the event by attending the track 
and keynote sessions - credits can also be earned through Tabletalks and Hosted 
Retailers & Brands Program. There are over 90 content sessions you can choose 
from.
6. Restaurants you have to visit!
Stripsteak
Stripsteak Las Vegas flaunts a 
unique blend of the modern 
American Steakhouse reinvented 
with a unique blend of Japanese 
influence.
Chef Michael Mina flair has curated an evocative menu that offers guests the best 
seafood, foie gras, and signature cuts of premium meat and steaks.
Hell’s Kitchen
Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen
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Inspired from the hit reality TV 
show starring world-famous chef 
Gordon Ramsay, you’re in for a 
whole new experience.
The restaurant also has a private dining room and a contemporary bar serving the 
latest trends in mixology.
Caviar Bar
New York-based chef Shaun 
Hergatt opened Caviar Bar that 
features an array of international 
caviar selections. Now, we can’t 
think of a more exquisite and 
quaint place for a fine dining 
experience.
The restaurant flaunts a strong Russian influence with deep dark colors and hints of 
silver and bronze. However, the bar area’s walls consist of vibrant diamonds.
The Pizzeria
Who doesn’t love a good pizza! If 
you’re trying to find your way to 
this pizzeria, be sure to ask 
around for ‘Secret Pizza’. Their 
New York-style slices seem to be 
causing insane lines well into the 
night at the Cosmopolitan of Las 
Vegas.
Some vegan options
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Truth and Tonic Wellness Cafe is 
the first completely vegan 
restaurant on the Strip, located 
inside the Canyon Ranch Spa at 
the Venetian.
They’re open for breakfast and lunch and also serves blended smoothies and fresh 
juice blends for those on the go.
Graze Kitchen
Graze Kitchen’s marketing team 
says “Charismatic comfort food, but 
make it plants.”, and they deliver.. 
The restaurant has a calm and 
relaxing ambience and they serve 
plant-based, gastropub-inspired 
comfort foods like crab cakes, 
Korean BBQ nachos, deviled 
hummus, and chili cheese fries. 
Don’t forget to try their Buddha 
Bowls and kombucha!
7. Emerging Retail Technologies
2022 is going to be a BIG year for retail!
Over the last two years, businesses have been slowly shifting 
towards an omnichannel approach. People miss going out and 
they don’t want to give up the unparalleled experience of 
shopping at their favorite stores but they sure do love the 
comfort of being able to shop online.
Technology has revolutionized the retail game and we 
believe it’s time you get your foot in the door. Learn what AI can 
do for your business and take the first step towards making 
your business Al-ready at Shoptalk 2022.
Come down to the exhibit hall and meet us at Booth #10011 and 
play around with the latest tech and say hello to our AI 
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generated models
We, at Vue.ai, provide you with all the tools you need to automate your processes so 
you and your teams can focus on building incredible retail experiences.
Meet our team at Shoptalk 2022
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Meet our team at Shoptalk 2022!
Brian Harris Swarna Rethas
Director - R&D, New Initiatives Director of Platform Solutions
Booth #10011
1127-30 March, 2022 9 
Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas
Set up a one-on-one with our team at Shoptalk 2022 and they’ll help you identify 
AI solutions tailored to your business’ needs. With Vue.ai’s holistic solutions, 
you can redefine retail.
8. Retail can really party
I’m sure the parties here don’t have a ‘no shoptalk’ policy, 
so you can network out here just fine! Explore some of the 
exciting parties they have in store!
Kick off Shoptalk 2022 with Sunday night’s party at The 
Park or say goodbye at Tuesday’s Whiteout Beach Party 
headlined by the legendary Flo Rida.
9. Safety first
With travel bans lifted across the world, After 
staring at screens day in and day out for the last 
two years, everyone is eager to step out and meet 
people offline! However, Shoptalk 2022 is doing 
what it takes to ensure you feel safe while 
you’re there.
Masks
The masking requirements mandated by Clark 
County, Nevada at the time of the event will be 
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followed strictly.
Distancing
The General Session Room and Track content rooms will see an increase in distance 
between chairs.
What Hasn’t Changed
They’re looking forward to hosting their outdoor Beach Party, retailer and brand 
dinners, and ShopHop as scheduled.
See you at Shoptalk 2022!
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