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How Forward-Thinking Brands are Developing Organizational Capabilities from the Retail Floor Up to Remain Competitive Employers & Navigate Industry Volatility
LEAP HR: RETAIL 2025
In its eighth year, LEAP HR: Retail was the must-attend event for retail HR leaders rethinking what was possible for the workforce of tomorrow.
This was your exclusive chance to join the retail HR community as we took a dive into the year's toughest challenges. From tackling talent shortages to reinventing engagement strategies and closing skill gaps, attendees found out how the industry’s most innovative HR leaders were creating a retail workforce that was ready for anything.
With 20+ real-world case studies from HR trailblazers who were rewriting the rules of retail talent, you headed back to the office with fresh ideas, actionable insights, and a network of 60+ retail HR leaders ready to support you every step of the way.
So now is the time to secure your place for 2026 to connect with bold thinkers, discover new solutions, and be part of the movement shaping the future of retail HR!
Top Speakers In 2025
4 Unmissable Highlights In 2025:
We Buillt Future Field Leaders from Within: You saw how New Balance strengthens its talent pipeline by moving store associates into management roles. You also found out how they were measuring and communicating the ROI of employee development and creating clear paths to leadership.
We Elevated Candidate Experience with Virtual Interviews: You learnt how RaceTrac reduced no-shows and improved retention by shifting to online interviews. You also discovered how virtual interviews save recruiters time, meet candidates’ needs for flexibility, and keep stores staffed with top talent.
We Boosted Engagement and Reduced Turnover with Authenticity: You saw how Albertsons' "Bring Your Flavor" initiative lowered turnover by fostering a culture where employees feel valued and heard. You also explored how they use meaningful feedback and unified messaging to align teams with company values.
We Created a Competitive Benefits Package with Strategic Brokerage: You discovered how Topco partners benefited brokers to craft packages that attract talent. You also learnt how they used SHRM survey data to stay in sync with employee benefit expectations and stay competitive in the talent market.
Previously Attending Companies Include:
