Walmart’s flagship retail-tech event will explore cutting-edge technologies that are redefining the way the world shops.
Bengaluru, NFAPost: As the retail landscape continues to evolve, Converge @ Walmart is set to return with its fourth edition on September 20, 2024 in the city.
This flagship retail-tech event, hosted by Walmart, promises to be a deep dive into the technologies reshaping the future of shopping. Themed ‘Technology: Transforming the Future of Retail’, the event will explore how next-generation tech is driving retail innovation and redefining the shopping experience globally.
Today’s shoppers expect more than just products; they demand personalised, tech-driven, and seamless experiences. From artificial intelligence to supply chain innovations and generative AI (GenAI)-powered personalisation, technology is redefining what customers value most.
Converge @ Walmart will bring together some of the brightest minds in the retail and tech industries to decode the trends shaping the future of the sector. Attendees will have the chance to hear from an exciting lineup of thought leaders and industry experts, including:
- Vineeta Singh, Co-founder and CEO, SUGAR Cosmetics
- Musthafa PC, CEO and Co-founder, iD Fresh Food
- Ranjani Mani, Director and Country Head, Generative AI, Microsoft India
- Neha Parekh, Nivea India
- Shalu Jhunjhunwala, Country Director – gTech Ads, Google India
- Sameer Nigam, Founder and CEO, PhonePe
- Jeyandran Venugopal, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Flipkart
- Raghu Krishnananda, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Myntra
- Suresh Kumar, CTO and CDO, Walmart Inc.
- Kathryn McLay, President and CEO, Walmart International
- Vinod Bidarkoppa, EVP and CTO, Walmart International
- Hari Vasudev, EVP and CTO, Walmart U.S.
- Sravana Kumar Karnati, EVP – Global Tech Platforms, Walmart Global Tech
- Balu Chaturvedula, SVP and Country Head, Walmart Global Tech
These leaders will share insights on topics such as human-AI collaboration, next-gen supply chain intelligence, and the impact of new-age shopping trends on the global market. With a focus on retail’s technological future, the event will serve as a platform for networking, learning, and exploring how innovation is helping businesses stay resilient and future-ready.
Adding to the excitement, the event will feature an exclusive conversation with Shikhar Dhawan, one of India’s most celebrated cricket players, offering a fresh perspective on leadership and resilience in high-pressure environments.
Walmart Global Tech, known for being at the forefront of innovation, will showcase its cutting-edge solutions aimed at transforming retail tech. As a people-led, tech-powered organization, Walmart Global Tech has a significant impact on the global retail ecosystem, driving digital solutions that cater to millions of customers worldwide.
Converge @ Walmart 2024 promises to be a must-attend event for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and retail, where the future of shopping will be discussed and shaped by the industry’s best.
