Private · Invitation-only
Retail Leaders Dinners
Good food. Candid conversations. Meaningful connections.
Our private, invitation-only dinners bring together a small group of retail and consumer brand leaders to share experiences, discuss the challenges shaping our industry and get to know the people around the table.
From a recent dinner
September 2026 · Melbourne
What to expect
An evening built around conversation
- A small group of retail and consumer brand leaders
- A hosted dinner in a relaxed restaurant setting
- Candid discussion about shared challenges and opportunities
- Introductions and connections with others in the industry
- Sponsors participating in the conversation, with no sales pitches or presentations
Discussions are held under the Chatham House Rule. Guests can share what they learn, but must not identify who said it or their organisation.
Who attends
Who’s around the table?
Our dinners bring together founders, CEOs and senior leaders from retailers and consumer brands, alongside representatives from the dinner’s sponsors.
We curate each guest list to create a relevant mix of people, perspectives and experience.
How invitations work
How to join us
- 1
Express your interest
Tell us a little about yourself, your business and where you would like to attend.
- 2
We curate each dinner
We consider location, relevance and the mix of guests around the table.
- 3
Receive an invitation
We’ll contact you when a suitable opportunity arises, with the dinner details and how to confirm your place.
Expressing interest does not guarantee an invitation or confirm attendance at a dinner.
Interested in a seat at the table?
Express your interest in future Retail Leaders Dinners and let us know which locations suit you.
Sponsorship
Build relationships around the table
Support a Retail Community Leaders Dinner and join a small group of retail and consumer brand leaders for an evening of conversation and connection.
Our dinners are designed for open discussion and relationship building. Sponsors participate in the conversation, with no sales pitches or presentations.
Contact us to discuss upcoming locations, availability and sponsorship options.
Contact Dean through the Retail Community.