24-28
June’24
Join us at Retailpreneur Week, the essential conference for modern retail leaders.
STEPHANIE HEINATZ
Founder, Consociate Media
JENNY CRITTENDEN
CEO, Retail Alliance
MARTIN
GUERRERO
Community Education Specialist, Square
ANGELA
KNIGHT
Founder, Angela Knight Coaching
Network with a community of passionate retail leaders. Share experiences, forge connections, and disrupt the industry together. Retailpreneur Week is your opportunity to thrive through collaboration.
VIP
Pre Keynote Small Group Power Hour with keynote speakers (10 people per group)
VIP seating at Keynote
Access to all virtual workshops and panels
VIP Q&A after each workshop and panel
Post event access to workshop recordings
Dive deep into virtual workshops, panels, and in person keynotes led by industry experts. Discover the latest trends, technologies, and success stories to adapt your business and thrive in today's dynamic market.
ALL ACCESS TICKET INCLUDES
In person keynote on Monday, June 24 @ 5:30 - 7:30pm + access to all virtual workshops and panels + workshop recordings for reference
$45
DIGITAL ACCESS TICKET INCLUDES
Access to all virtual workshops and panels + acess to private workshop recordings for the rest of 2024
$35
Schedule and topics are subject to change based on availability of speakers and sponsors.
12:00pm
FREE Live on Facebook
The State of Retail
Host: Amanda Forrester, SBDC
MONDAY, JUNE 24
2:30pm
In Person
VIP Small Group Experience
Host: Stephanie Heinatz and
Jenny Crittendon
5:30 - 7:30pm
In Person
All Access Kickoff Keynote
City Market Building, Charter Hall
Cash Bar and Hors d’ouevres
9:00am
Virtual Workshop
Future Proof Your Retail Game: The AI Playbook
Host: Jeff Robertson, SBDC
TUESDAY, JUNE 25
12:00pm
Virtual Workshop
Mastering Retail Finance
Host: Tom Tanner, SBDC
3:00pm
Virtual Panel
Foot Traffic Frenzy, Boosting In-Store Sales
Dolores Vest, Book No Further
Kelsey Bryant, Bryant Orchards
Matt Thompson, Fleet Feet
Catherine and Whitney, Punch Boutique
Nick Guacheta’, Txtur
9:00am
Virtual Workshop
From Bland to Brand: Crafting a Magnetic Marketing Message
Host: Erica Cundiff, Blue Honey Rose
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26
12:00pm
Virtual Workshop
Today’s Strategies = Tomorrow’s Success: The Retail Forecast Playbook
Host: Angela Knight,
Angela Knight Coaching
3:00pm
Virtual Panel
Finding Your Perfect Fit: Navigating Retail Space
Melisaa Yanko, Ink Eork Studios
John Garland, Garland Properties
Elliot Broyles, Commercial Realtor
Roanoke City Planning & Zoning
THURSDAY, JUNE 27
9:00am
Virtual Panel
From Main Street to Mic Drop: Insights from Local Retail Icons
12:00pm
Virtual Workshop
Square Up Your Sales: Mastering Square for Retail Success
Host: Martin Guerro, Square
Jane Johnson, R.M. Johnson and Sons Jewelers
Diane Speaks, She’s International
Crystal McBroom, La De Da
JD Sutphin, Big Lick Comics
Melissa Palmer Mays, Chocolate Paper
Andrea Futrell, Outdoor Trails
3:00pm
Virtual Panel
Likes to Loot: Converting Social Media Strategies into Paying Customers
Mary, 310 Rosemont
Pamela, Vintage Vault
Jared, C&F Farms
Austin, Humble Hustle
FRIDAY, JUNE 28
9:00am
Virtual Workshop
The Power of Place: Using Branded Interior Design to Drive Sales
Host: Amanda Forrester, SBDC,
Commercial Designer
12:00pm
Virtual Panel
Selling Wholesale: Increase Your Revenue
Krissy & Wes, Sun & Spruce
Cathy, Bulldog Field Equipment
Jesse, Fermented Hot Sauce
Cassie. Medina Mercantile
VIP
$75
$45
3:00pm
Virtual Workshop
Sales Samurai: Mastering the Art of Retail Selling
Host: Jeff Robertson, SBDC
$35
The RRSBDC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and supported by America’s SBDC, Virginia SBDC, George Mason University Mason Enterprise. Other funding is provided by local administrations, economic development offices, organizations, and businesses that are all champions in your corner. Thank you to our fiscal host, the City of Roanoke for providing space and support for our work.
