In today’s retail landscape, data is both an enabler and a paradox: it offers the power to unlock growth, personalisation, and customer loyalty—yet too often remains siloed, underutilised, or treated as a technical rather than strategic asset. Effective utilization of data can be a critical tool for female retail leaders to have their voices heard in the boardroom by presenting tangible facts and using data to evidence their points giving them the confidence to speak up. Join us as we explore:

• How are female digital leaders using data to redefine business strategy and challenge the status quo, ensuring they can have their voices heard in boardrooms to drive innovation across teams by making data the catalyst for fostering cross-functional collaboration—bridging sales, finance, product, and marketing—to create a unified, actionable view of the customer?
• How can reframing data as a strategic asset empower female leaders to lead with authority, influence boardroom decisions, and build long-term value for their organisations?
• How can female leaders’ model and mentor data literacy across teams, ensuring eCommerce, marketing, and brand functions are aligned around insight-driven decision-making removing siloes and driving rapid growth - understand what benefit becoming a champion of data will have in boosting their own profile and furthering their careers.
• Looking ahead, what skills, mindsets, and leadership qualities will be critical for women leaders striving for both business success and personal growth in an increasingly data-driven, AI-accelerated retail environment?