Retail Asia Summit Philippines 2026 to highlight AI, hyper-local strategies, and digital transformation

Top executives from SM Supermalls, National Book Store, ACE Hardware, and more will share insights on AI operations and localised marketing.

Retail Asia is set to bring together the country’s top retail minds for the Retail Asia Summit – Philippines 2026, happening 11 March 2026.

This year’s theme, “The Connected Filipino Consumer: Data-Driven, Hyper-Local and AI-Augmented Retail,” highlights how brands are leveraging technology and local insights to build stronger customer connections.

The summit will explore the evolving Philippine retail landscape, focusing on AI-powered operations, hyper-local marketing, digital transformation for MSMEs, and the growing role of social commerce.

Sessions will also discuss logistics innovation, strategies to adapt to consumer behavior amidst inflation, and opportunities in tourism-retail collaborations.

Featured speakers at the summit include Jason Ocampo, AVP for technology at National Book Store Group; Arnel Gamboa, vice president of Logistics at ACE Hardware Philippines Inc.; Alex Luu, regional director for the Philippines and Vietnam at Centric Software; Jonjon San Agustin, executive vice president of marketing at SM Supermalls; Ma. Margarita Atienza, vice president of investor relations and corporate planning and chief compliance officer at SSI Group, Inc.; Lorence Aurelio, vice president and head - central leasing & key accounts at Megaworld Lifestyle Malls; John Paul Paglinawan, country general manager at Anta Group; Jacqe Gutierrez, co-founder and CEO of Happy Skin and BLK Cosmetics; and Joel Martin Andrade, co-founder and creative director of Issy & Co.

The event promises interactive discussions, practical insights, and networking opportunities designed to help retail leaders harness technology, understand local consumers, and drive innovation in a rapidly changing market.

Participants can register here, and for any inquiries, please contact [email protected].