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Retail Industry’s Most Innovative Brands, Thought Leaders and Technology Experts Converge in Orlando for Aptos Engage 2019

The leading technology user conference dedicated to retail will offer in-depth case studies, visionary keynote speakers and see-it-here-first solution demonstrations

ORLANDO, Fla. — April 29 — Aptos, Inc., a recognized market leader in retail technology solutions, today welcomed attendees to Aptos Engage 2019 (#AptosEngage19), the company’s annual customer conference. The event takes place through May 2 at the Hilton Bonnet Creek in Orlando, Florida.

With the event expanding since its launch in 2016, Aptos Engage is now the leading user conference focused entirely on retail — with every aspect designed to empower retail executives with new strategies, best practices and innovations that can take their businesses to new heights with Aptos solutions.

This year’s event benefits from the participation of more than 15 partner sponsors, including Gold Sponsors BRP, flexEngage and Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions. For a complete list of sponsors, visit https://aptos-engage.com/sponsors/.

The Aptos Engage lineup includes sought-after keynote speakers, retailer case studies, reimagined tracks and more.

Featured keynote speakers: Nicholas Goad, Boston Consulting Group, and Brendan Witcher, Forrester

On April 30, Nicholas Goad, partner and managing director of Boston Consulting Group, will present, “Insights: The State of Retail.” Goad will share new ways to leverage customer relationships, technologies and existing assets to ensure retailers are prepared for what the future holds.

“Hot or Not — The (Actual) Top Tech Investments for 2019” will be presented on May 1 by Brendan Witcher, vice president and principal analyst at Forrester. Witcher’s keynote will highlight the important (and surprising!) trends in digital transformation, the capabilities that leading organizations are making investments in today, and why these solutions are important for winning, serving and retaining today’s digitally savvy consumers.

In-depth retailer case studies offer real-world insights

Throughout the event, retailers will offer behind-the-scenes looks at how they are leveraging Aptos solutions to transform their businesses and delight shoppers.

For the full roster of retailer case studies, browse the Aptos Engage agenda.

Solution-specific content tracks deliver maximum value to delegates

Newly redesigned for 2019, Aptos Engage offers content-rich tracks based on each attendee’s role and solution interests. Track focus areas include Commerce, Customer, Planning, Platform and Executive.

Offering an immersive, “conference within a conference” experience, Aptos Engage tracks provide sessions, networking opportunities, private luncheons, off-site workshops and guest speakers relevant to each group of attendees. To browse the full list of tracks, visit the Aptos Engage website.

Other notable ways to Engage

  • Think Differently Awards:Aptos will announce the winners of its Think Differently Awards program, recognizing innovative retailers and Aptos colleagues who go above and beyond.
  • Structured Networking: During this session, conversations among like-minded retailers are encouraged and opportunities are created to expand professional networks.
  • The Engage Hub: At the Hub, attendees can meet with Aptos solution experts and event sponsors and check out the latest advancements in retail technology.
  • Retail Experience at Disney Springs: Conference attendees will visit Disney Springs for an exclusive look at this world-famous and experiential retail complex.
  •  Make a Difference: Continuing Aptos’ multiyear commitment to improve the lives of vulnerable children in Haiti, attendees can select a fundraising project benefiting residents of Bercy, Haiti, and Aptos will make a donation on the attendee’s behalf.

For additional information on Aptos Engage 2019, please visit aptos-engage.com/. For live updates from the event, follow the official hashtag (#AptosEngage19) on Twitter.

 

About Aptos “Engaging Customers Differently”

In an era of virtually limitless choice, sustained competitive advantage only comes to retailers who engage customers differently – by truly understanding who they are, what they want and why they buy. At Aptos, we too, believe that Engaging Customers Differently™ is critical to our success. We are committed to a deep understanding of each of our clients, to fulfilling their needs with the retail industry’s most comprehensive omnichannel solutions, and to fostering long-term relationships built on tangible value and trust. More than 1,000 retail brands rely upon our Singular Commerce™ platform to deliver every shopper a personalized, empowered and seamless experience…no matter when, where or how they shop. Learn more: www.aptos.com

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Contact:

Kristen Miller
Aptos, Inc.
+1 678 695 6566
kmiller@aptos.com