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A Glimpse of the 27th Anniversary Celebration of the Retail Congress MENA 2021 – The Year of New Opportunities
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A Glimpse of the 27th Anniversary Celebration of the Retail Congress MENA 2021 – The Year of New Opportunities
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The successful celebration of the Retail Congress MENA 2021, organized by the largest retail industry association, The Middle East Council of Shopping Centres & Retailers (MECS+R), and in partnership with the Dubai Association Centre and the Dubai Chamber, was held last December 6 & 7, 2021 at the Ritz Carlton DIFC Hotel.
The annual retail conference opened its doors to over 4,000+ delegates from around the world. The event began with welcome address from Younus Al Mulla, MECS+R Chairman, Eng. Wail Balkhair, MECS+R Board President and David Macadam, MECS+R CEO.
The event was followed by remarkable and insightful conference sessions conducted by industry experts with a back to back keynote addresses from incredible speakers Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment, Dubai Tourism and Steve Dennis, Author of Remarkable Retail along with panel sessions focused on the technology and marketing retail overview and trends. Day two of the conference sessions was also filled with remarkable line-up of speakers - Avi Akas - Chairman, JLL Israel, Serge Derhy Owner & CEO from Renuar/Twentyfourseven, Shahram Shamsaee CEO of Merex Investment, Bob Phibbs - The Retail Doctor and Michael Ruckman - CEO of Senteo.
The conference sessions were in parallel with the numerous exhibitions from prominent and upcoming shopping centres, retail brands, retail technology and solution providers showcasing their products and services.
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A Glimpse of the 27th Anniversary Celebration of the Retail Congress MENA 2021 – The Year of New Opportunities
The exhibition hall and foyer were filled with distinguished delegates, members, and guests from the leading retailers, shopping centres, and solution providers within the retail industry with the main objective to showcase their products, services and at the same time connect with the key players in the retail industry. More than thirty-six (36) companies have participated in the exhibition this year which has attracted more attendees.
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A Glimpse of the 27th Anniversary Celebration of the Retail Congress MENA 2021 – The Year of New Opportunities
Retail Congress MENA Awards Celebration Day 2 | 7th December 2021 | Samaya Ballroom
The MENA Awards event at the MECS+R continues to be the pinnacle of recognition for excellence locally, regionally, and globally in the retail industry. Despite the challenges brought by the pandemic, the Shopping Centre and Retail Industry faced each challenge with the same positivity, drive, passion, and creativity that made them successful in the first place. The Awards Celebration were filled with esteemed guests from the leading key players in the retail industry who celebrated and recognized the award winners at the event.
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A Glimpse of the 27th Anniversary Celebration of the Retail Congress MENA 2021 – The Year of New Opportunities
Retail Congress MENA Awards Cocktail Reception Day 2 | 7th December 2021 | Olive Garden
After the successful MENA Awards, a Cocktail Reception Celebration was held at the Olive Garden at the Ritz Carlton DIFC. The sponsors, winners of the awards and guests gathered to spend the night and celebrate the success of everyone who participated in the MENA Shopping Centre and Retailer Awards. The cocktail reception started with music performed by a saxophonist who rendered an excellent entertainment for all the guests. Thanks to Global Creative for sponsoring the entertainment that elevates the ambience.
