ARA CEO Lunch 2024

The Australian Retail Association is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated ARA CEO Lunch 2024 – the premier networking experience for retail leaders across Australia’s $420 billion retail sector. Engage in high-calibre discussions and gain insights into this year’s topic – cutting-edge innovations in retail.

Guests will immerse in the elegance of Meers Hall at the Art Gallery of NSW whilst indulging in a sumptuous two-course lunch accompanied by premium wines.

Hosted by ARA CEO Paul Zahra, this event is open to ARA members and non-members.
Book early to avoid disappointment.

We extend our special appreciation to American Express, our valued event partner, for their continued support in making this event possible.

Rhys Williams

Managing Director, Media Sales Specialists, Google Australia New Zealand

Rhys is the Managing Director, Sales Specialists for Google Australia/NZ, and a member of the AUNZ Leadership team. He is an active industry speaker and represents Google on the IAB Australia board. Since joining Google in 2011, he has held a number of senior roles including leading the Google Marketing Platform team (previously known as DoubleClick), driving the programmatic and marketing technology business in Australia to be one of the strongest and most advanced globally.

Dr. Kellie Nuttall

Lead Partner, Deloitte Strategic and Business Design, Deloitte

Dr Nuttall Australia’s Strategy and Business Design practice, and directs the Australian Deloitte AI Institute, roles that see her helping some of Australia’s most iconic brands transform into AI-fuelled businesses. Kellie is also a faculty member of Singularity University and is focused on harnessing exponential technologies to address global grand challenges. Kellie holds a PhD in consumer decision making and nudge psychology, which allows her to readily apply its theory to decision making in a professional setting.

Olivia Hitchens

Partner and Founder, Artemide Law

Olivia advises many of Australia’s largest private businesses, property owners, high net worth families and private funds and is an expert in Commercial/Business Law and Property.

Host: Paul Zahra

CEO, Australian Retailers Association

Paul Zahra is a CEO, Non-Executive Director, Board and Company Advisor and one of Australia’s most influential diversity advocates. A leading force in the Australian Retail Industry for over 40 years, Paul’s corporate roles have included Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of former ASX listed department store, David Jones Limited as well as senior leadership roles at Target Australia and Officeworks Superstores.