Retail Community is made possible by our wonderful sponsors. Their support helps us bring people together and build a more connected retail industry.
Retail Community Partners
Playtime
Playtime is a digital agency building and growing eCommerce experiences, custom software and AI solutions.
Working with Australian retailers and businesses, Playtime brings together strategy, design, development and digital marketing. From eCommerce platforms and custom applications to AI implementation and conversion optimisation, their team helps businesses create better digital experiences and grow online.
Helping retailers automate shipping, manage multiple carriers, and deliver better post-purchase experiences at scale
Starshipit brings shipping labels, carriers and tracking together in one platform. Connecting eCommerce platforms with more than 60 couriers, it helps retailers compare shipping rates, print labels, automatically correct addresses and automate fulfilment workflows — reducing manual work while delivering a better experience for customers as their business grows.
Want to partner with us? Below are some of the ways we can work together.
Retail Community brings retailers, consumer brands and the businesses that support them together through major industry events, intimate leadership gatherings and unique experiences throughout the year.
Community members
4,000+
Attendees per After Dark event
500–800
Attendees per Cocktail Evening
100–300
Retail leaders per dinner
10–20
Events planned for 2027
20
Who attends
Who comes to Retail Community events?
We run different events for different audiences, with company sizes and roles varying by event. Some bring together people from across the retail industry for networking, while others are curated for founders, CEOs or specific leadership roles.
2027 opportunities
Six ways in. One community.
Compare at a glance, then open the one that fits for full details, dates and packages.
Let’s build your 2027 Retail Community partnership.
Whether you want to connect with 20 senior retail leaders, put your brand in front of hundreds of industry attendees or build a year-round presence, we’ll shape a partnership around your objectives.
Connect with Dean online to request a discussion on partnerships.
Dean Salakas
CEO & Co-Founder, Retail Community
Don’t have Dean’s email or phone number?
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Join the Retail Community
Free to join. Pick the groups that fit your role, interest or city.
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Message an admin privately
Once you’re in, reach out to one of the admins — ideally Dean — using his contact details in the community.