Conference for Automotive

Get ready to rev up with automotive retailers at Retail Fest 2024. Not one to be outdone, we’ve got you covered across numerous industries. So, while we are at the forefront of e-commerce retail businesses, we’re also your premier conference for automotive products and services. The innovative ways in which marketing evolves never stop, so get ahead of the curve by meeting with the people who know what’s what when it comes to digital marketing.

Whether you’re attending as a retailer, a startup or bringing the whole company along, Retail Fest 2024 is set to be the biggest year yet. April is just around the corner, start your engines and get ready for a conference unlike anything you’ve experienced before.

Stay Up to Date with Auto Marketing Strategies

You know your industry better than anyone, but learning how to market to people in a way that converts can feel like speaking a different language. We’ve got a whole host of speakers who can help you across the marketing funnel.

The opportunities you have within your industry are immense. Whether you focus on online forms of marketing or go for in-person retail, it all starts with branding. Learn from the best on topics, including personalising your brand, capturing the attention of potential customers, and cultivating brand loyalty.

Don’t forget to keep on top of the more technical aspects, with speakers who can help you create or refine your SEO techniques and how to dominate during sales season. Check out the full agenda for all the details. The most challenging part of the weekend is choosing which workshop to attend.

Learn The Latest in Automotive Development & Innovation

Aside from being surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in marketing, you’ll also be in great company with automotive retailers. With over 1,500 guests attending, you’ll be able to compare notes, share coffees, and mingle over drinks in the evenings at our Expo Happy Hour and After Dark party. With all varieties and sizes of businesses attending, you’ll meet people from everything from startups and SMEs to enterprises and franchisees.

Learn The Latest in Automotive Development & Innovation

Aside from being surrounded by some of the most innovative minds in marketing, you’ll also be in great company with automotive retailers. With over 1,500 guests attending, you’ll be able to compare notes, share coffees, and mingle over drinks in the evenings at our Expo Happy Hour and After Dark party. With all varieties and sizes of businesses attending, you’ll meet people from everything from startups and SMEs to enterprises and franchisees.

Hear From Thought Leaders & Experts

Aside from a whole lot of learning, you’ll also have over 30 hours of networking time, as well as room to explore the exhibitors in the showroom. Whether you’re bringing something new into the world and want to know how to create the hype it deserves or have been in business a while and want to crack into new markets, Retail Fest is the place to be. Get ready for three days of retail madness where you can pick the brains of our resident experts, meet potential clients and get inspired to promote yourself in a whole new way.

Get Your Tickets Now

Don’t wait too long, April will be here sooner than you think! With tickets available at a number of levels, depending on your priority, you can take part on your own as a retailer, a sponsor, an investor, or something in between. With over 100 guest speakers and more than 90 sponsors already ready to meet you, 2024 is set up to be our best year yet. We hope to see you there!

Retailer Ticket

Retailers and brands looking to elevate their presence in the industry, learn from industry leaders, and network with like-minded retail rockstars. Apply for our Hosted Programme to enjoy all these benefits without the financial burdens. Qualifying individuals receive complimentary tickets and a travel/hotel reimbursement of up to AU$800.

Service Providers and Vendors

Calling all agencies, tech providers, exhibitors, and vendors! Showcase your offerings, meet potential clients, and explore partnership opportunities at Retail Fest. Join us to put your business in the spotlight and connect with industry leaders and decision-makers.

Startups

Are you a startup with big dreams? Join Retail Fest to kickstart your journey. We offer tailored ticket options for both early-stage and growth-stage startups. Network with industry experts, gain exposure, and lay the foundation for future success at Retail Fest. Start small, dream big!

Frequently Ask Questions

When you’re fresh, there are so many things to build and create, which is why proper guidance from people who have done it all before is invaluable. Aside from learning what to do and how and when to do it, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to build connections with like-minded startup and small business owners. Our Retail Fest Hosted also puts you in the same space as a huge number of experts and can be the first point of contact for long-lasting relationships that’ll take your business to the next level.

Every year, we’re proud to host a diverse bunch of mentors, industry experts and leaders who will cover a number of topics. They’ll give you the knowledge and know-how you need with actionable tips and inspiration. You’ll have ample opportunities to meet them and chat in person, too, giving you the chance to ask questions that relate more specifically to what you’re doing, as well as the opportunity to collaborate with them in the future.

New businesses often benefit from a combination of learning from the best and workshops that teach you how to apply everything you’ve just absorbed. Everything we have at Retail Fest is oriented towards cultivating lasting relationships and giving you the information and skills you need to accelerate your business growth.

We offer a range of discounts across our tickets, including corporate discounts. We’re also proud to support new businesses and startups by giving special discounts on the standard attendee rate. If you’re ready to book and want to find out whether you’re eligible, you can contact us for more information.

In the unfortunate event you can no longer attend, please contact our team, and we will help you find a solution.

Your food and drink will be covered by the ticket price; however, accommodation is not included. If you’re heading to the Gold Coast for the event and need somewhere to stay, we have an agreement with Dorsett Hotel, and we can help you with special accommodation rates during your time with us.

Hear from our past attendees

While we’d love to toot our own horn, we think our past attendees do it best. We’ve had businesses and business owners attend year after year, and the feedback has been positive across our keynote speakers, catering, networking events, and everything in between.

When you attend, you’ll more than likely meet people who have been before, and our Retail Fest Hosted event is where you’re most likely to find them. With a fast-paced schedule that enables you to meet all the movers and shakers, we think you’ll have some great things to say once it’s all over, too.

"The quality of the keynotes and specialist presenters across so many sessions will go down as one of the most rewarding, educational, and actionable events of the year."

"I loved the whole experience, the collaboration, connecting with the industry, sharing trade experiences, meeting new people, the energy. Went back to the team refreshed with ideas to share."

"My brain got 10 years older and wiser with all the amazing knowledge that was shared and I picked up, and my soul grew 10 years younger being around so many awesome people!"