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ARC Retail AI Summit 2026
Artificial intelligence is reshaping every part of the retail value chain – from customer experience and merchandising to supply chain, workforce and operations.
The ARC Retail AI Summit 2026 brings together Australia’s most senior retail leaders for a one-day event exploring the opportunities, challenges and practical applications of AI across the retail sector.
ARC members receive priority access to secure their place at the event. Non-member registrations received during the priority access period will be placed on a waitlist.
- Tuesday, 15 September 2026
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Deloitte, Sydney
FREE attendance. Registration is now closed.
Leading the future of AI in retail.
Global Sourcing Expo Melbourne
The Global Sourcing Expo is Australia’s only premier event dedicated exclusively to sourcing professionals, offering a unique platform to connect with manufacturers and suppliers from across the globe.
- Tuesday 17 November - Thursday 19 November 2026
- Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
ARC Leaders Forum 2027
The ARC Leaders Forum 2027 returns on 16 & 17 March 2027, bringing together Australia’s most influential retail leaders and industry changemakers for two days of bold ideas, strategic insights and high-impact networking.
- Tue 16 March - Wed 17 March 2027
- Jones Bay Wharf, Sydney
ARC Sustainability Lunch 26
Brought to you by Australia Post
ARC’s Sustainability Lunch in Melbourne brings together leaders from Australia’s retail and consumer goods sector to explore circularity within retail.
- Wednesday 29 July 2026
- 12:00pm - 2:30pm AEST
- Park Hyatt, Melbourne
Past events
ARC Retail AI Summit 2026
Leading the future of AI in retail
- Tuesday, 15 September 2026
- Deloitte, Sydney
ARC Sustainability Lunch 2026
Brought to you by Australia Post
- Wedneday 29 Juy 2026
- Park Hyatt, Melbourne
Winners announced!!
ARC Retail Awards 26
Brought to you by American Express
- Thursday 11 June 2026
- The Ritz Carlton, Grand Ballroom, Melbourne
ARC CEO Lunch 2026
Brought to you by American Express
- Thursday 07 May 2026
- The Lands, by Capella - 3 Gresham Street, Sydney