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Women’s Wellness: The Next Revolution
When? June 25, 2026
Where? New York City (Venue Location Coming Soon)
What? WSL Strategic Retail will host its 3rd in-person health symposium alongside RetailmediaIQ — a powerful, one-day deep dive into the forces reshaping Women’s Wellness, where we will be exploring how demographics, social change, new technologies, innovative design, and shifting shopper expectations are disrupting the wellness landscape.
Built for CEOs, merchants, marketers, and sales and insights leaders, this event will feature forward-thinking conversations, industry insights, and meaningful networking with those shaping the future of wellness.
Cosmoprof North America – Miami
When? January 27-29, 2026
Where? Miami, FL
What? WSL Strategic Retail took the stage at Cosmoprof Miami to moderate a panel of beauty industry experts exploring how brands and retailers can successfully pursue global distribution opportunities.
As cross-border growth becomes an increasingly strategic priority – driven by discovery tools that expose shoppers to brands from anywhere in the world – WSL’s session drew on insights from panelists representing Mario Badescu, Naked Sundays, and Charlotte Tilbury to examine the opportunities, the pitfalls, and what it actually takes to meet shoppers wherever they find you.
The Future of Commerce 2030
When? July 28-29, 2025
Where? Boston, MA
What? The Emerson Group, along with WSL Strategic Retail and retailmediaIQ, hosted a two-day event focused on The Future of Commerce 2030 with CVS and other visionary industry leadership. Over 350 industry leaders, including retailers, brands, and business partners, gathered to discuss the evolving retail landscape.
We believe the event struck a strong balance between education and networking, leaving attendees inspired and equipped with actionable insights. It set a new benchmark for industry gatherings focused on collaboration, innovation, and the future of commerce.
MMR Recognizes Women of Influence
When? June 25, 2025
Where? New York City
What? Wendy Liebmann will be recognized as part of MMR’s Women of Influence event and will be moderating an inspiring panel discussion.
In her session, Wendy will be joined by panelists Kelly Mahoney (Ulta Beauty), Amanda Coussoulle (Kenvue), Marla Fielder (Kroger Health) and Sharon Glass (InMarket). A huge thank you to Mass Market Retailers and retailmediaIQ for this incredible honor! We’re thrilled to be in such powerful company and excited to learn from the amazing women leading the way.
Cosmoprof North America, Las Vegas
When? July 15-17, 2025
Where? Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas
What? Wendy Liebmann presents How America Shops® in Chaos: What smart retailers and brands are doing to keep beauty shoppers close and inspire them during these times of economic upheaval.
Wendy will share WSL Strategic Retail’s latest research that reveals: How consumers are thinking about and shopping for Beauty in these chaotic times. Categories and retailers that are winning – and not. And much more! After which she will facilitate a panel discussion with leading retailers to understand how they are delivering value to keep their beauty customers engaged and inspired. A clue: It’s not about low prices.
The Quest For Next, NIQ C360
When? June 2 – 5, 2025
Where? Hollywood, Florida
What? WSL Strategic Retail CEO and Chief Shopper, Wendy Liebmann, presents “The Price of Growth: Re-igniting Volume in a Price-Sensitive Market” PLUS an exclusive, WSL-led Retail Safari®; A one-of-a-kind opportunity reserved just for the C360 attendees.
In her session, Wendy shares bold, shopper-led strategies to reignite volume growth, strengthen brand loyalty, and stay relevant in a rapidly shifting consumer landscape. This session offers actionable insights and innovative approaches to help brands thrive where value, trust, and meaning matter more than ever.
2025 Multiple Locations Conference
When? February 19-22, 2025
Where? National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA)
What? Debbie Kelly, Director of Insights, WSL Strategic Retail, shares the latest consumer insights and retail trends that are influencing shoppers today and creating opportunities for tomorrow.
From your role in garnering patient trust to the top health trends impacting buying habits, this session will leave you thinking creatively about how to meet a patient’s evolving needs as a consumer while also building your business.
New Views on Beauty Growth: Transforming Your Brand Via Expert Strategies & Exclusive Research
When? January 15, 2025
Where? 12:00 – 12:30PM ET, Virtual Event
What? WSL Strategic Retail and CEW present findings from an exclusive study of beauty industry executives.
Gain insights into how top beauty executives are shaping the future of their businesses. Discover strategies for growth, how they’re adapting to change, and what’s driving success (and what’s not). Join us for a presentation by WSL Strategic Retail’s Wendy Liebmann, revealing exclusive findings from custom research conducted for CEW, offering valuable perspectives and actionable insights for navigating the evolving beauty landscape.
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