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Leadership & the Future of Retailing

In our forthcoming seminar in St. Gallen, we will be exploring the intricate interplay between leadership and the evolving landscape of retailing. Our primary objective is to equip participants with the skills and insights needed to successfully navigate and lead retail companies in the digital age. Through an exploration of shared, digital, and positive leadership principles, coupled with agile management methodologies, participants will gain a deeper understanding of effective leadership strategies tailored to the retail sector's unique challenges. Moreover, we will delve into emerging distribution models such as social commerce and virtual commerce (metaverse retail), providing participants with invaluable insights into the future of retailing.

  • Core Topics

    • Shared, Digital & Positive Leadership
    • Agile Management
    • Social Commerce
    • Virtual Commerce
    • Generative AI & Metaverse
  • Further Reading

    Chancen für den Handel im Metaverse | Thomas Rudolph, Andreas Hauschke, Michael Hoang

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  • Further Reading

    Die Wahrnehmung verschiedener Metaverse Anwendungen aus Nutzersicht im November 2023 | Thomas Rudolph, Katharina Ruschmann

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Discover the Metaverse!

Are you ready to discover the untapped potential of Generative AI, Metaverse and Web 3.0 for your business? This event is designed to showcase the practical, real-world applications that lie beyond the hype, offering a wealth of inspiration, relevant insights, and valuable networking opportunities.

  • Prof. Dr. Thomas Rudolph, Director of the Institute of Retail Management at the University of St.Gallen HSG

    Prof. Dr. Thomas Rudolph

    Director @Institute of Retail Management (IRM-HSG)

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  • Robert Buchbauer Ex-CEO SWARWOSKI

    Robert Buchbauer

    Investor & Entrepreneur

  • Franz Kuehmayer is one of Europe's thought leaders on the Future of Work and on Leadership.

    Franz Kuehmayer

    Management Expert, Consultant, Speaker & Author

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  • Maria Graefin von Scheel-Plessen is a global speaker and marketeer based in Germany and known for her passion in Digital Transformation and E-Commerce . Director for Europe, Middle East, and Africa at Gucci.

    Maria von Scheel-Plessen

    Director EMEA @Gucci

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  • Evangelos Avramakis is an internationally recognized expert in the insurance field. He is known for his ability to anticipate future industry and market trends, as well as his expertise in emerging technologies and innovative business models.

    Dr. Evangelos Avramakis

    Lead Foresight, Intelligence & Development @Swiss Re

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