SPECS is formatted to provide optimum opportunities for learning and growth, as well as meaningful dialog, best practice-sharing, and strategic face-to-face interactions – all under one roof. Once you arrive at the Gaylord, you'll stay for the duration of SPECS!
KEYNOTE ADDRESSES AND MAIN STAGE PRESENTATIONS
Headlining speakers deliver inspirational and actionable content specifically geared toward retail design and construction, planning, development and facilities executives.
EDUCATIONAL BREAKOUT SESSIONS
Concurrent breakout sessions cover a variety of relevant topics, including big ideas, nuts-and-bolts solutions, design trends, professional development subjects, talent discussions, experiential retail, technology trends, and interactive demonstrations. Sessions are in-depth 50-minute presentations and workshops
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NETWORKING
Within the SPECS agenda are multiple opportunities to meet and mingle with other guests in meaningful ways. SPECS is all about relationship-building through interactive functions such as:
 
  ♦  Retailer-only and Supplier-only networking receptions
    Evening receptions
    Networking breakfasts and round-table discussions
    Face2Face information exchanges (require advance sign‑up)
    Networking lunches on the Exhibit Hall floor
    Women-in-Retail networking reception
    Wrap-up meetings for both retailers and suppliers
    Closing night SPECS Appreciation Party at the Glass Cactus nightclub