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BW RETAIL WORLD · THE 4TH EDITION

BW RETAIL WORLD SUMMIT & AWARDS

2026NEW DELHI
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The 4th Edition
BW Retail World
Summit & Awards 2026

The 4th Edition BW Retail World Summit & Awards 2026, brings together the visionaries, disruptors, and decision-makers who are shaping the Future of Retail in India and beyond. Positioned as a flagship gathering for the retail ecosystem, the summit serves as a powerful platform for dialogue, insight, and innovation across the entire retail value chain.

From eCommerce, D2C, and omnichannel retail to phygital experiences and next-gen store formats, the summit will explore how brands are adapting to rapidly changing consumer expectations and technology-led disruption. Industry leaders, retail pioneers, and policy influencers will take the stage through inspiring keynotes, high-impact panel discussions, and immersive interactive sessions.

The agenda will deep-dive into critical themes such as digital transformation, AI-driven retail, data-led decision-making, brand storytelling, customer experience, supply chain and logistics optimization, sustainability, and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence, blockchain, and 5G.

Beyond thought leadership, the summit offers unparalleled networking opportunities, enabling meaningful connections between retailers, brands, solution providers, and innovators. Attendees will gain actionable insights, benchmark best practices, and uncover growth opportunities essential to staying competitive in today’s fast-evolving retail landscape.

The BW Retail World Summit & Awards 2026 is a must-attend platform for retail leaders who are not just responding to change but Leading it.

BW Retail World Summit & Awards 2026

The People BehindRetail Excellence.

Meet the distinguished jury recognising leadership, innovation and excellence across India’s retail ecosystem.

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BW Retail World 40 Under 40Awards 2026

BW Retail World 40 Under 40 Awards brings together the next generation of retail leaders and innovators who are redefining the future of India’s retail ecosystem. These emerging leaders are the hustlers, innovators, and agile adopters driving transformation across every facet of retail — from eCommerce and D2C brands to omnichannel and phygital business models. They are excelling in warehousing and logistics, elevating consumer experience, redefining marketing strategies, and pioneering new-age merchandising and store design.

Bold, resilient, and forward-thinking, these young achievers are navigating a fast-evolving retail landscape with speed, creativity, and technology-led strategies. By recognizing their impact and leadership, BW Retail World 40 Under 40 aims to celebrate excellence today and inspire the retail leaders of tomorrow.

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UNDER 40
Recognising Tomorrow’s
Retail Leaders · 2026
Innovation · Leadership · ImpactCelebrating What’s Next

Areas of Impact

Celebrating emerging leaders shaping every corner of the retail value chain.

01 / COMMERCE

eCommerce & D2C

New-age business models, digital commerce and brand building.

02 / EXPERIENCE

Omnichannel & Phygital

Connected retail journeys and next-generation store experiences.

03 / OPERATIONS

Warehousing & Logistics

Smarter fulfilment, operational excellence and supply-chain innovation.

04 / CUSTOMER

Consumer Experience

Customer-first thinking that elevates engagement and loyalty.

05 / GROWTH

Retail Marketing

Fresh strategies, compelling storytelling and technology-led growth.

06 / INNOVATION

Merchandising & Store Design

New-age merchandising and retail environments built for tomorrow.

Are You One of the 40?

The programme aims to celebrate emerging retail leaders whose innovation, leadership and technology-led strategies are helping shape the future of retail.

Please refer to the official nomination form for complete eligibility criteria and submission requirements. The impact areas shown above are illustrative, not confirmed official award categories.

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Be part of the next generation of retail leaders
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Who All Can Nominate?

The Next Generation
of Retail Leadership
The BW Retail World 40 Under 40 Awards are open to retail professionals and service providers aged 40 years or below as on 31st March 2026, who have demonstrated tangible contributions to innovation, knowledge, and on-ground execution across the retail ecosystem.
01 / LEADERSHIP

Retail Leaders

02 / NEW VENTURES

Retail Startups

03 / TECHNOLOGY

Retail Technologists

04 / POLICY

Policymakers of Retail

05 / ENTREPRENEURSHIP

Retail Entrepreneurs

06 / INSIGHTS

Retail Analysts

07 / EDUCATION

Retail Academics

08 / MANAGEMENT

Retail Managers

09 / ADVISORY

Retail Consultants

10 / INVESTMENT

Investors in Retail

11 / MARKETING

Retail Marketeers

12 / SUPPLY CHAIN

Retail Suppliers & Vendors

Under 40. Driven by innovation. Built to shape retail’s future.

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Be Part Of Retail’s Future.

Join industry leaders, innovators and decision-makers at BW Retail World Summit & Awards 2026. Register your interest to be part of the conversations shaping the next era of retail.

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    Our Partners

    Recognising the partners who help bring BW Retail World Summit & Awards 2026 to life.

    BW Retail World Summit & Awards 2026 — Our Partners
    Together We Create Impact
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    Questions, Enquiries & Assistance

    Let’sConnect.

    Have a question about the summit, registration or awards nominations? Contact our team for assistance and event-related enquiries.

    BW Retail World—Where Retail Moves Forward

    General Event Enquiries

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    Sharon Verma

    Event Enquiries

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    Email Addresssharon.verma@businessworld.in
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    For general event information and assistance

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    Kavita Kumari

    Nominations & Registrations

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    Email Addresskavita.kumari@businessworld.in
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    Phone Number9871162203
    For nomination submissions and registration assistance
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