RETAIL COUNCIL OF CANADA

RETAIL WEST

September 25, 2025

NEW LOCATION: Hyatt Regency Vancouver

Shaping the Future of Retail in Western Canada

RCC Retail West is where meaningful connections happen. Whether you’re exploring new trends and technologies or simply looking to learn from peers facing the same challenges, this event brings Western Canada’s retail leaders together for real conversations and practical insight.
AI for Smarter Retail

Learn how retailers are using real tools to improve customer experience, increase conversion, and lighten to operational load.

People, Risk & Resilience in Retail

Understand how retailers are handling today’s biggest threats while staying operationally resilient. 

Turning Data into Customer Insights

Get real insights from tools you’re already using including POS, loyalty, reviews, and post-purchase surveys.

Rethinking the Retail Format

Hear how brands are evolving their formats to stay profitable and meet local shopper expectations.

Come for the insight—stay for the connections.

Spend the day engaging with innovative tools, fresh perspectives, and a vibrant network of retailers, suppliers, and thought leaders. RCC Retail West is your opportunity to ask questions, share ideas, and discover resources tailored to your unique market.

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What People Say

Retail West Advisory Committee

The Retail West agenda and speaker lineup is curated by influential leaders in the Canadian retail sector.

Luke O’Hare

President

Jak’s Beer Wine and Spirits

David Ian Gray

Principal

DIG360

Jackie Ross

Principal

JRoss Retail Recruiters

John Benjamin

Vice President Human Resources

Walmart Canada

Yvonne Anyon

Vice President, Marketing and Communications

London Drugs

Guillaume Hautson

Regional Manager British Columbia

Decathlon Canada

Brenda Kirk

Senior Vice President, Merchandising

Pattison Food Group

Farouq Manji

Chief Marketing Officer

Sleep Shop

Retail West Speakers

Santo Ligotti

Vice President, Marketing and Member Services

Retail Council of Canada

Cari Covent

Head of Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technology

Canadian Tire Corporation

David Katz

Founder & CEO

Plastic Bank

Rob Dunlap

Partner and Generative AI Practice Leader

IBM Consulting

Laura van der Veer

Co-Founder

She Summits

Carla Ladeira

Human Resources Director

JAK'S Beer Wine & Spirits

Lindsay Winslow

Manager – HR Business Partnerships West Division

Rexall Pharmacy Group

Briannah Fisher

Senior Manager, Digital + Content Marketing

Trail Appliances BC

Lauren Megson

Canadian Regional Manager of Retail Sales

Fjällräven

Ivan Pak

Chief Business Development Officer

Smart Label Solutions

Rachel Mielke

Founder & CEO

Hillberg & Berk

Jackie Ross

Principal

JRoss Retail Recruiters

Jennifer Barr

Vice President, Best Buy Express

Best Buy Canada

Eric Morris

Managing Director, Head of Retail

Google Canada

Jeff Driedger

President

Big Box Outlet

Brenda Kirk

SVP, Operations & Merchandising

Pattison Food Group

Ivano Pirro

Vice-President, Retail Sales

Bell, Virgin Plus & Best Buy Express

Sgt. Craig Reynolds

Operations Support Unit

Vancouver Police Department

Dr. Lana Porter

Senior Vice President

Leger

Andy Priestman

Director of Business Development & Innovation TC In-Store

TC Transcontinental

Ivan Pak

Chief Business Development Officer

Smart Label Solutions

Michael E. LeBlanc

Senior Retail Advisor

Retail Council of Canada

SAVE THE DATE

September 25, 2025
NEW LOCATION: Hyatt Regency Vancouver

Increase your brand’s relevance and impact on Western Canada’s retail community.

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As The Voice of Retail™ in Canada since 1963, Retail Council of Canada (RCC) represents over 45,000 independent, regional, national mass and specialty retail businesses and online merchants in general merchandise, drug and grocery.