The Future of Retail: Equipping Students for Tomorrow's Challenges
Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the retail industry, the nation's largest private-sector employer. While human skills remain at the heart of its success. This engaging workshop for DECA advisors explores how AI transforms retail by empowering frontline teams, optimizing operations, and driving innovation through predictive analytics, dynamic pricing, inventory automation, and personalized product recommendations. At the same time, we'll highlight the enduring importance of human capabilities such as emotional intelligence, communication, creativity, leadership, and critical thinking skills that AI can't replicate and are essential for your students' future success. In this session, you'll also learn about endless career opportunities emerging in today's retail landscape. From store-based roles and corporate pathways to entrepreneurial ventures and tech-driven startups, students can pursue diverse and rewarding futures in retail. Whether you're preparing students for their first job or helping them envision long-term career paths, this workshop will equip you with insights to guide them in a rapidly evolving industry.
