5-7 May 2026 Hosted Retailer and Brand Meeting Program
Applications Open for 2026!
2000 individuals from hundreds of retailers and brands from across Australia and the world attend Retail Fest every year to improve their knowledge of retail’s latest technologies, trends and business models as well as to collaborate with peers, startups, tech companies, investors, and others in an open, friendly environment.
If you’re with a retailer or brand, you may qualify for complimentary Retail Fest tickets plus up to AU$800 in hotel/travel reimbursement with our Hosted Retailers & Brands Program. The travel/hotel reimbursement is based on receipts submitted following the event. To qualify, you must be responsible for buying or evaluating retail or ecommerce technology, solutions or services, and take up to eight (8) 15-minute onsite meetings with participating sponsors.
Applications Open for 2026 – Apply below!
BEYOND LEARNING The Event That Builds Mutual Partnerships
How does this epic connection happen?
Sign Me Up!
Register your interest below. Numbers are limited, if you are unsuccessful for a fully hosted buyer spot, you may still qualify for partial or locally hosted.
Whats Next?
The weeks proceeding Retail Fest you will fill in an extensive company profile and accept meetings!
Who Will I Meet?
All meetings are double opt-in (both parties want to meet each other) and you’ll get to both request meetings and opt in to meeting requests you received.
Will I Miss Sessions?
You will not need to miss any agenda sessions for these meetings. We have allocated meeting times.
Are You a Solution Provider Looking to Meet?
Retail Fest has sponsorship and exhibition opportunities for every budget.