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Reinventing Retail AI Summit: The Future of Merchandise Planning

Join a growing group of 50+ brands in NYC for retail's most exclusive conference. 

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Connect with retail and fashion industry leaders, discover actionable AI-driven strategies and gain a competitive edge through expert-led sessions. This is your opportunity to engage with other retail executives, hear from renowned thought leaders and network with peers shaping the future of retail.

We know schedules are tight—feel free to attend one or both days, stop by for a few sessions, or just join us for happy hour on Day 1.

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Event Highlights

What you’ll experience:

  • Inspiring keynotes from invent.ai leaders and top industry thinkers.
  • Panel discussions on AI-driven retail transformation, inventory optimization and future trends in fashion.
  • Networking sessions on the scenic rooftop with city views, designed to foster collaboration among retail innovators.
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invent.ai Conference by the Numbers

150+
Retail Leaders Attending
10+
Expert-Led Sessions
95%
Attendee Satisfaction Rate (2023)

Day 1 - Tuesday, October 21

8:30 am

Registration & Breakfast

9-9:45 am

Welcome & opening keynote: The AI-powered retail revolution—Shaping 2025 and beyond

A look at how AI is driving retail forward—from experimentation to real-world execution—helping brands adapt to consumer uncertainty, boost efficiency and personalize experiences at scale. Breaking down predictive, generative and agentic AI—and how they’re converging to reshape forecasting, decision-making and operational agility across retail.
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Gurhan Kok
Founder & CEO, invent.ai
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9:45-10:30 am

Customer Spotlight - Tailored Brands

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how invent.ai customers are successfully applying AI to solve complex retail challenges and improve business outcomes.
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Jamie Bragg
SVP, Chief Supply Chain Officer
Tailored Brands
10:30-10:45 am

Morning break

10:45-11:30 am

AI that works for operations and people

A look at how AI copilots and agentic systems streamline internal workflows, support frontline employees and unify data to help retailers stay agile in a changing environment.
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Emre Kok | Koray Parkin
SVP Technology & Software | SVP Product Management
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11:30 am-12 pm

Customer Spotlight - Alo Yoga

Get a behind-the-scenes look at how invent.ai customers are successfully applying AI to solve complex retail challenges and improve business outcomes.
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Eya Yerkes
EVP, Planning & Allocation
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12-1 pm

Lunch

1-1:30 pm

Customer Spotlight: Tecovas

Discover how Tecovas blends location intelligence, predictive analytics and merchandising precision to deliver personalized experiences and drive growth.
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Karah Kite
Senior Director of Planning and Allocation
Tecovas
1:30-2:15 pm

Retailer panel discussion | 2025 & beyond: Competing on AI for speed and precision.

A fast-paced discussion on how AI is enabling real-time decisioning and precision planning for peak seasons—plus what's at stake if retailers fail to act.
Scott Vifquain | Eya Yerkes | Burak Ovunc
Tailored Brands | Alo Yoga | Mavi
2:15-2:30 pm

Afternoon break

2:30-3 pm

Optimizing inventory and pricing to drive revenue

Learn how AI is solving retail’s most complex planning challenges from allocation to returns.
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Lance Menuey
VP of Sales
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3-4 pm

Retailer panel discussion | Why leading retailers chose AI for inventory optimization

Hear directly from leading retailers as they share why they chose an AI inventory optimization solution. This panel will explore their goals, the role of change management, and how teams collaborate around strategy and execution. Gain an inside look at how our Hub Model helps drive alignment and measurable results.
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Dan Willmer
SVP Delivery, North America
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4-4:45 pm

Day 1 wrap-up & Q&A

Gurhan Kok & Tav Tepfer
5 pm

Happy Hour Cocktail Reception

The Standard Biergarten
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Day 2 - Wednesday, October 22

8:30 am

Registration & Breakfast

9-9:15 am

Opening introduction

Recap of day 1 and intro to day 2
Gurhan Kok
Founder & CEO, invent.ai
9:15-10 am

Retailer panel discussion: Operational resilience through AI: Collaborating with humans to future-proof the supply chain

As retail faces unprecedented volatility - from supply disruptions and tariffs to consumer demand shifts and sustainability pressures - leaders are rethinking how operations and supply chains are built, managed, and scaled. This panel will explore how AI, when paired with human judgment, can transform planning, forecasting, compliance, and collaboration to deliver both resilience and innovation.
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Kim Morgan | UNCTUCKit | Tailored Brands
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10-10:30 am

Customer Spotlight: Mattress Firm

How leading retailers are identifying the right use cases, aligning KPIs and launching high-value AI programs fast—without falling into common traps.
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Priya Swamy
VP Corporate IT
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10:30-10:45 am

Morning break

10:45-11:15 am

The autonomous retailer: What’s now and what’s next?

Discover the path to fully autonomous decision-making from self-driving pricing and supply chains to the crucial role of trust and explainability in AI systems.
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Gurhan Kok & Emre Kok
Founder & CEO | SVP Technology & Software
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11:15-11:45 am

A Step-by-step guide to real-time pricing

For digital retailers, the ability to revise prices swiftly and on a large scale has emerged as a decisive differentiator—especially during periods of inflation, when prices fluctuate more frequently. Many retailers scrape rivals’ websites for price information and use it to set their own prices manually or automatically, often using a strategy of charging X dollars or X percent less than the lowest-price competitor. However, retailers that use such simple heuristics miss significant opportunities because they fail to tailor their responses to product availability and demand, among other factors.
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Santiago Gallino
Associate Professor of Operations, Information and Decisions at the Wharton School
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11:45am-12:45 pm

Closing keynote & CEO fireside chat

An inspiring close, the keynote will serve as the culmination of the summit, tying together the themes and discussions from across both days. Dominick will also host a fireside chat with invent.ai CEO Gurhan Kok for an exclusive conversation on the future of retail and AI.
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Dominick Miserandino
CEO & Founder, Retail Tech Media Nexus
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12:45-1 pm

Closing remarks

Gurhan
Founder & CEO, invent.ai
1-2 pm

Lunch

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should attend the Reinventing Retail AI Summit?

This event is designed for retail executives, merchandising leaders, and operations professionals focused on leveraging AI to optimize business outcomes in fashion and specialty retail.

What topics will be covered at the event?

Sessions will address AI-powered demand forecasting, inventory optimization, pricing strategy, and real-world case studies from successful retailers.

Where is the event located?

The conference will be held at The Standard High Line, a premier venue in NYC known for its modern design and stunning city views.

How can I register for the event?

Simply fill out the form below to secure your spot. Early registration is recommended due to limited availability.

Will there be opportunities for networking?

Yes, the agenda includes multiple networking sessions—both formal and informal—on the venue’s outdoor patio and rooftop spaces.


Why register to attend?

  • Hear directly from invent.ai customers and industry experts on how AI is revolutionizing merchandise planning

  • Gain actionable insights into forecasting, allocation, pricing and inventory tailored for apparel and fashion retailers

  • Network with peers and solution architects in an intimate NYC setting designed for collaboration, not just presentations

  • Leave with strategies and tools you can apply immediately to streamline planning and boost performance

Walk away with practical strategies, real-world examples, and the confidence to lead your merchandise planning into the future with AI.