RILA to hold conference on environmental sustainability and compliance

ARLINGTON, Va. The Retail Industry Leaders Association on Monday announced its plan to hold the first-ever comprehensive retail conference devoted to issues of environmental sustainability and compliance, to be held Sept. 22 through 24 in Dallas.

“This exciting event will bring together America’s leading retailers who are committed to sustainable causes worldwide,” stated RILA president Sandy Kennedy. ”We are proud to be the first to bring the retail industry and its partners together to address an issue of great importance to both retailers and consumers.”

The event will feature representatives of all major retail segments and will include manufacturer and service supplier participants. The program will address the major operational aspects of sustainability and environmental compliance for retail, including supply chain, operations, real estate and development issues, through a series of general and breakout sessions featuring the industry’s leaders.