5th May 2026 | Riyadh, KSA

Shaping the future of
retail

A global platform for ideas and innovation where retail leaders shape the next era of commerce.

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About the Summit

The Retail World Summit is where retail’s boldest thinkers and builders come together to chart what’s next.

Across a full day of keynotes and deep-dive discussions, the summit highlights the ideas, systems, and innovations redefining how consumers shop and how brands win.

From AI-driven personalization and sustainable operations to new store formats, omnichannel intelligence, and experience design, the program offers a clear view of the future.

Attendees leave with actionable case studies, pilot-ready opportunities, and the peer networks needed to drive real-world transformation.

Fast Company Middle East

Fast Company Middle East brings editorial authority, thought leadership, and storytelling expertise to the summit, elevating the ideas, insights, and innovations that are shaping the industry.

Celebrating Excellence. Honoring Innovation

The Retail Excellence Awards recognize organizations and individuals driving transformation across technology, design, customer experience and sustainability

What to Expect

Keynotes, Firesides & Panels

Hear directly from the leaders shaping the next chapter of Saudi retail. Ministers, CEOs and industry pioneers will explore how commerce is evolving into a cultural force, a technological framework and a pillar of national development.

Technology in Action

Experience the next generation of retail firsthand. From AI-enabled operations to programmable payments, retail media networks and immersive in-store technologies, the focus is on solutions that already work and can scale across the Kingdom.

Strategic Breakouts

Join focused conversations with operators, investors and designers who are building the sector’s future. These sessions are designed to move ideas into pilots, partnerships and real-world implementation.

Building a Legacy

This is retail with purpose. Discover how Saudi’s new retail order will shape global consumer behaviour, drive economic diversification, and define the commerce blueprint for a new era.

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Speakers

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Awards & Nominations

Celebrating Excellence. Honoring Innovation

Fast Company Middle East is dedicated to highlighting innovation across business sectors.
Our annual Retail world summit list recognizes organizations in the region that are leading change, reshaping industries, and contributing to societal progress.

Being named to the list enhances a company’s reputation, increases visibility, and can open doors to new growth opportunities. Selected companies are featured on retailworldsummit.com, reaching a wide and influential audience. To curate the list, Fast Company Middle East’s editors and writers meticulously reviewed hundreds of applications from companies that exemplify innovative thinking, creative problem-solving, and a commitment to making a lasting impact.

Applications for the Retail world summit AWARDS & NOMINATIONS 2026 list are now open to all organizations based in the region. With innovation more critical than ever in shaping the future, we’re excited to shine a spotlight on the companies that are not only driving progress in the region but also making waves on the global stage.

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