Women’s Leadership Summit 2025 (WIRLS)

The Women in Retail Leadership Summit is an exclusive, invitation-only event designed for senior women executives at leading retailers and brands. Over three days, you’ll gain insights from industry pioneers, build powerful connections, and uncover strategies to advance your leadership journey.

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Lessons in Leadership from a Retail Tech Trailblazer

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Retail never stands still… and neither does Karen Beebe. From leading major brands through reinvention to building powerhouse teams, she’s seen (and done) it all.

But what does it really take to drive change in an industry that never slows down? In this intimate fireside chat, Karen sits down with Melissa Wong, Co-founder and CEO of Zipline, for a candid conversation about the pivotal moments that shaped her career.

She’ll share how to:
✔ Take bold risks and drive innovation
✔ Lead through uncertainty with confidence
✔ Build strong, resilient teams while keeping culture at the core

Join us for an inspiring and insightful discussion filled with real talk, leadership wisdom, and actionable advice on navigating career growth, leading with confidence, and embracing change—not as a challenge, but as an opportunity.

 

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