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𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐧 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞. Join us on 24th September as Manish Sabnis, CEO of Grandiose, and our very own Executive Editor, Anurima Das, dive into the secrets of building niche private label brands. They’ll unpack the strategies driving their success and explore future growth opportunities. Save the date: Al Multaqua Hall, 2:40 PM - 3:10 PM, 24th September. Secure your complimentary all-access pass now: https://rb.gy/9v0j5a Don’t miss out on the Expert Stage Conference, happening from 24-26 September at Dubai World Trade Centre. It’s your chance to gain insights into the MENA region's booming private label market from industry leaders. Get your ticket today: visit.prime-expo.com/ #PrivateLabelMiddleEast #PLME #ExpertStage #PrivateLabel

MishiPay Partners with Middle East Retail Forum (MRF) to Revolutionize Checkout Solutions with Innovative Self-Checkout Technologies. As the Bronze Partner at #MRF2024 Mishipay is poised to lead the next evolution in retail technology with cutting-edge self-checkout solutions. Empowering retailers across sectors such as retail, travel, food & beverage, and hospitality, Mishipay's innovations like Scan & Go, SCO Kiosks, and MPos offer frictionless, efficient checkout experiences. Mishipay’s solutions are trusted by leading brands including Grandiose Supermarkets, Azadea Group, and Dubai Duty Free, underscoring their role as a transformative force in enhancing customer journeys.  At MRF 2024, join us to discover how Mishipay’s expertise is setting new standards in convenience and efficiency, paving the way for the future of retail. 🗓 26 September 2024 📍 JW Marriott Hotel Marina, Dubai 🔗 Download the Event Brochure: https://lnkd.in/dsc4SNCn 🎫 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/d4XsYBDt #RetailInnovation #SelfCheckout #MRF2024 #RetailTechnology #Mishipay #FrictionlessCheckout #RetailTransformation #CheckoutRevolution #CustomerExperience #RetailTechLeaders #RetailEfficiency #FutureOfRetail #DigitalCheckout #SmartRetail #RetailSolutions #TechInRetail #RetailPartnerships #MiddleEastRetail

𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝗞𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗷𝗶: 𝗣𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 May Kanounji, Chief Executive Officer at Blooming Wear, is set to unveil her transformative vision for the next era of retail at the Middle East Retail Forum (MRF) 2024. With her deep understanding of the fashion retail industry and commitment to driving change, May is leading Blooming’s innovative journey toward redefining customer experiences. 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗕𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴:  As a distinguished fashion retailer, Blooming is known for blending style with innovation, offering customers an elevated shopping experience. Under May's leadership, Blooming continues to expand its reach, creating retail environments that inspire and engage. From cutting-edge store designs to a customer-first approach, May’s vision is shaping the future of fashion retail in the region. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from one of the industry’s top leaders as she shares her insights on how Blooming is paving the way for the next wave of retail innovation. 🗓 26 September 2024 📍 JW Marriott Hotel Marina, Dubai 🔗 Download the Event Brochure: https://lnkd.in/dsc4SNCn 🎫 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/d4XsYBDt #WhatsNextInRetail #RetailInnovation #MRF2024 #MayKanounji #FashionRetail #CustomerExperience

𝐀𝐋𝐒𝐇𝐀𝐘𝐀 𝐒𝐄𝐓𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐊’𝐒 𝐃𝐄𝐁𝐔𝐓 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐈𝐃𝐃𝐋𝐄 𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐥𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩’𝐬 newly announced partnership with Primark, the Irish fashion powerhouse renowned for its value-driven approach, is poised to reshape the Middle Eastern fashion retail landscape. This collaboration signals Primark’s long-anticipated entry into the GCC—a development eagerly awaited by value-conscious consumers. From an industry perspective, this alliance stands out for its strategic implications. Alshaya’s dominance in franchise operations and Primark’s distinctive value-fashion proposition create a potent combination. While many global brands have already staked their claim in the region, Primark’s entry marks a new chapter in affordable fashion—introducing a model that is both accessible and trend-driven. John Hadden, 𝗖𝗘𝗢, 𝗔𝗹𝘀𝗵𝗮𝘆𝗮 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 said "𝘞𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘺 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘶𝘴𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘰𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴, 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘱𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘴𝘬𝘦𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘗𝘳𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘵𝘰 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘪𝘳 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘯-𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘎𝘊𝘊.” We will be closely watching how this partnership unfolds and will keep you updated on the broader impact it may have on the region's retail dynamics. 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤 ————————— Founded in Dublin, Ireland, 55 years ago, Primark now operates over 450 stores across 17 markets, offering customers great value essentials and high-quality fashion ranges at affordable and accessible prices for everyone. 𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 ———————————— Alshaya Group, a family-owned business established in Kuwait in 1890, has grown into one of the world’s leading brand franchise operators. With over 4,000 stores across MENA, Türkiye and Europe, Alshaya’s portfolio spans more than 70 well-known international brands, including Starbucks, H&M, Victoria’s Secret, Footlocker, Charlotte Tilbury, Raising Cane’s, Shake Shack and Chipotle. #RetailIntelligence #MiddleEastFashion #StrategicPartnership #GCCRetail #RetailDisruption #AlshayaGroup #Primark #IMAGESRetailME

Sun & Sand Sports operates 120+ stores globally. The brand has now brought fitness into its core and is all set to transition several of its stores to their innovative 3.5 concept, exemplified by their recently relaunched flagship location at Mall of the Emirates. With plans to significantly increase their footprint in the next six months, GMG wants to ramp up the #FunToTheFinish concept -where sport is all about enjoyment, not just winning within the GCC, across its existing and new stores. Their global ambitions are also robust, having recently entered South-East Asia & North Africa, specifically Egypt, the brand now wants to take it a notch higher with new initiatives. In conversation with Mohamed Azhar Bodiat Senior Vice President of Brands at GMG to understand how the brand is riding on retail growth through gamification and interactive store formats. Read full article here: https://lnkd.in/dtGANaPK #RetailInnovation #FunToTheFinish #SunAndSandSports #MOE #ActiveLifestyle #Sportswear #GMG #FitnessForAll #InclusiveRetail

𝗔𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗵𝗼𝘆: 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗘𝗿𝗮 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗶𝗺 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗼𝗻𝘀 Aamir Allibhoy, Chief Marketing Officer at Tim Hortons - Middle East, is set to unveil his visionary outlook for the future of retail at the Middle East Retail Forum (MRF) 2024. With his expertise in marketing and an acute understanding of evolving consumer preferences, Aamir is leading Tim Hortons’ innovative journey to deliver exceptional customer experiences across the region. 𝘼𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙏𝙞𝙢 𝙃𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙨: As one of the world’s most beloved coffee chains, Tim Hortons is renowned for its fresh coffee and iconic menu. Since its inception in 1964, the brand has evolved into a global powerhouse, and under Aamir's leadership, Tim Hortons Middle East is driving transformative change, pushing the boundaries of retail innovation. From implementing cutting-edge customer engagement strategies to enhancing in-store experiences, Tim Hortons Middle East continues to set new benchmarks in the fast-growing retail sector. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the industry’s brightest minds as he shares his insights on how Tim Hortons is shaping the future of retail in the region. 🗓 26 September 2024 📍 JW Marriott Hotel Marina, Dubai 🔗 Download the Event Brochure: https://lnkd.in/dsc4SNCn 🎫 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/d4XsYBDt #RetailInnovation #WhatsNextInRetail #MRF2024 #TimHortons #AamirAllibhoy #CustomerExperience #CoffeeChain

𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗦 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗠𝗘 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝟳 In this issue, explore the cutting-edge trends shaping the retail landscape and gain insights from the industry's leading voices. 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆: - Saudi Arabia's Retail Revolution: The Ministry of Commerce is leading a strategic study focused on the digital transformation of the sector, aiming to boost retail tech innovation and consumer experience. The study highlights the growing purchasing power and market potential, with retail purchases projected to hit $176 billion by 2026. 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 & 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀: - TASHAS GROUP welcomes Andy Holman as its new COO, bringing a wealth of hospitality experience. - Hyatt Hotels Corporation Hotels appoints two General Managers, Jean-Francois & Juan Paolo Alfanso to helm operations at the highly anticipated Red Sea Development. 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗼𝘄: - Purpose-Driven Business: Shifa Yusuff Ali of IdeaCrate shares her vision of creating enriching leisure experiences for families, while sheetal kapoor reflects on her entrepreneurial journey with SHREE, inspiring women to embrace resilience and calculated risks. 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: - Steve Jobs reminds us that the key to success is loving what you do. - Tony Hsieh’s “Delivering Happiness” reveals the importance of company culture in driving both employee and customer satisfaction. Join us as we continue to spotlight the visionaries and trends shaping the future of retail. Stay informed and inspired with RetailME. #RetailInnovation #DigitalTransformation #LeadershipInRetail #RetailTrends #Inspiration #RetailMEPeople

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗘𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗔𝗴𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀. Join industry leaders as they explore how digital advancements are reshaping the retail landscape. Meet our expert panelists who are driving innovation across e-commerce and retail: - Akshay Rao, Head E-Commerce, Landmark Group - Babyshop - Alex Tchablakian, CEO, LetsTango.com - Doaa Gawish, CEO & Founder, The Hair Addict   - Hassan Tamimi, CEO, The Little Things (TLT) - Maria Eduarda Becker Pavani, Founder & CEO, Três Marias Coffee Company   - Sachin K. , Head E-Commerce, Toys"R"Us- MENA   - Yahyah Pandor, Regional Lead – Retail, Blue Yonder Explore cutting-edge strategies in retail and connect with leading minds shaping the future.  Register Now to secure your spot and be part of this transformative conversation! 📆 26 September 2024 📍 JW Marriott Marquis Dubai 🔗 Download the Event Brochure: https://lnkd.in/dsc4SNCn 🎫 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/d4XsYBDt #MRF2024 #RetailFuture #MENA #RetailTrends #NextGenRetail #ThePowerOfNext #RetailInnovation #RetailLeadership #RetailCommunity #RetailExcellence #NetworkingEvent

In our September edition of IMAGES RetailME Magazine, the CIO Pulse & Perspective series explores the power of big data with insights from Joe Aoun, Director of Data Products at Chalhoub Group. "Big data and AI are revolutionizing decision-making and collaboration," Aoun shared as he discussed how Chalhoub Group leverages these technologies to stay agile, innovative, and responsible. 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gsW6Aky6 Join us at the Middle East Retail Forum 2024 to know more about Chalhoub Group’s innovation roadmap. Register here for MRF: https://lnkd.in/d4XsYBDt #RetailInnovation #BigData #AI #MRF2024 #ChalhoubGroup #CIOPulse #DataDriven #RetailTransformation #IMAGESRetailME #Leadership

Discover how Papa John’s is redefining the food service industry! In an exclusive chat, Tapan Vaidya, Group CEO of PJP Investments Group (UAE, KSA, Jordan), shares his insights on the brand's success, the rise of experiential dining, and what’s next for the QSR industry. Watch Full Interview Here: https://lnkd.in/gH9bZv45 Papa Johns #FoodService #PapaJohns #QSR #Leadership #ExperientialDining