Chris Igwe recognized by NRF & RETHINK Retail /// Credit: Chris Igwe
Chris Igwe recognized by NRF & RETHINK Retail /// Credit: Chris Igwe

Chris Igwe recognized as Class of 2026 “Retail Voices by NRF”

Founder and President of Chris Igwe International, Chris Igwe has been one of the 2026 Retail Voices by NRF – a recognition program from NRF in partnership with RETHINK Retail.

The program acknowledges most influential thinkers and innovators of the retail industry, and for the second year in a row, Chris Igwe has been selected from among 400 nominations. Chris Igwe is a standout thought leader who brings impactful insights and drives some of the most important conversations happening in the industry.


Igwe joins a distinguished network of retail professionals shaping the industry’s future. Each year, Retail Voices are recognized for advancing ideas, innovation and collaboration that move retail forward.

As Chris Igwe sums it up:


“It is a real privilege and honor to be recognized for the second year in a row. I do not take this recognition lightly, especially give the number of strong candidates nominated from around the world. I commit to continue to lead, inspire and collaborate to progress the retail industry.”

More details about the 2026 class of Retail Voices are featured here.