Department Stores are a unique and challenging retail business model. In order to address the major issues, Selfridges and IGDS are launching the first Global Department Store Summit (GDSS) - to coincide with the IGDS's 60th AGM.

The GDSS is a new and focused discussion platform, open to all stakeholders, aiming to provide true insight into the strategies of leading Department Stores.

With an impressive list of Chairmen, Chief Executives Officers and Managing Directors from the world’s most famous Department Stores addressing and attending the two-day conference, you will have a unique opportunity to get answers to your most pressing questions: Where are the growth opportunities for Department Stores? How have some companies successfully re-positioned their stores to attract new customers and brands? What are the successful strategies to be developed in changing markets?

• Identify the latest shifts and emerging trends in the global Department Store market
• Assess the practical impact of new visions, strategies and re-positionings
• Benchmark your ideas against the latest business models for department stores
• Meet with top executives from the most influential Department Stores in the world.