CDW INNOVATE – Technology trends for Retail Stores in 2024

Global Industry Director and Retail COE lead at Intel Corporation 

David has been working in the Retail, Hospitality & Consumer Goods (RH&CG) industries for over 30 years, helping some of the largest global organisations with their Digital Transformation. In his current role, David leads a team of industry experts, which drive Intel’s sales strategy and supports ecosystem development in these key industries.  

Previously, David worked for 12 years at Microsoft and for 15+ years in other hardware and software businesses, selling a wide range of solutions to large Retail & Hospitality companies around the world.  

Retail Consultant & Public Speaker 

Ian is an independent consultant with 23 years’ experience within the retail sector.  

He works at a strategic level with brands and retailers around the world, providing insights, assisting with store development and offering a consumer-centric perspective. Ian introduced the concept of Symbiotic Retail; highlighting how all channels need to work together as one ecosystem for the shopper’s benefit..  

He’s also a keynote speaker, panel moderator and presenter, speaking at events including NRF, Marketing Week Live and others, and has previously gave a TEDx talk: ‘Is The Physical Store Dead?’ in January 2024. 

Chief Technologist – Hybrid Platforms at CDW 

Rob has held many diverse roles in his 20+ years in tech, ranging from IT to professional services, architecture, and finally, his current position as Chief Technologist for CDW.  

He has demonstrated a unique talent for simplifying complex challenges into clear and actionable business outcomes, and brings a wealth of experience and a broad perspective that extends across countries, sectors and industries.  

Rob’s engagement with C-Suite executives ensures that he effectively communicates the business value inherent in technology products and services. 

Retail Sales Manager at CDW

Jane leads the Retail Vertical and runs a dedicated sales team focusing on this sector. She has over 25 years industry experience in IT services, solutions and driving innovation. Her focus is on developing CDW’s retail strategy and enabling CDW to become a leading global solutions provider in this space.   

She is passionate about driving retail growth, working with leading brands around delivering their business objectives and how CDW can help achieve them.   

CEO at TRISON 

Peter is UK CEO of TRISON, who deliver expert consultancy, cutting-edge creative design, innovative hardware and software platforms and robust technical services, as well as driving digital brand and customer engagement in physical locations across the world.

Peter loves shaping the physical spaces people visit by using amazing digital experiences, and he works with his studio and project teams to constantly innovate. He and his teams harness the incredible power of technology, data and fantastic content to provide brilliant moments for customers, along with meaningful insight, relevancy and proof of value for his clients.