With its focus on strategy, regulation, and market transformation, the summit under the theme “Creating Beloved Places”positions itself as a key meeting point for the industry at a time of significant change.
A Platform for Europe’s Retail Real Estate Leaders
Organized by Consiglio Nazionale dei Centri Commerciali, the European Shopping Places Summit brings together decision-makers from across the retail real estate ecosystem, including investors, developers, operators, and policymakers.
The event focuses on how shopping destinations must evolve to remain socially relevant, economically successful, and environmentally sustainable. The program reflects the growing complexity of the sector, combining market insights with regulatory perspectives and strategic discussions at EU level.
Key Topics Shaping the Agenda
This year’s summit addresses a broad range of critical industry issues, including:
- The role of retail real estate in EU policymaking
- Green lease guidelines and ESG strategies
- Safety and resilience of shopping places
- The impact of the EPBD IV directive on real estate
- Competitive dynamics between physical retail and e-commerce
- Retail investment trends and consumer behavior
The conference will feature keynote presentations and panel discussions with leading industry experts, offering both strategic perspectives and practical insights.
High-Level Speakers and Expert Panels
The agenda includes contributions from senior representatives of leading organizations and companies such as ECE Marketplaces, NEPI Rockcastle, Eurocommercial Properties, Sonae Sierra, and Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield.
The program also includes a keynote session by EY on investment and consumer trends, as well as a panel discussion on the future of shopping places featuring leading European operators and investors.
Among the speakers are:
- Joanna Fisher, CEO of ECE Marketplaces and Chair of ECSP
- Julien Bouyeron, Secretary General of ECSP
- Magdalena Gibney, Group Head of ESG & Sustainability at NEPI Rockcastle
- Erik Engstrand, CEO of Safe Asset Group
- Aigline de Ginestous, Group Director of Institutional Relations at Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield
Networking and Industry Exchange
Beyond the conference sessions, the event offers extensive networking opportunities. The formal program concludes with a networking cocktail and walking dinner, bringing together key stakeholders from across Europe.
ACROSS Magazine is the official media partner of the event.
Event Details, Agenda & Registration
Theme: Creating Beloved Places
Program highlights:
- Keynotes and panels on EU regulation, ESG, and market trends
- Insights into retail investment and consumer behavior
- Industry leaders from across Europe
- Networking dinner with key decision-makers
Participation fee: €244
