Logile Connect EMEA
Logile Connect EMEA is a new community for the leaders who run retail and grocery operations across the UK and EMEA. Our inaugural event brings customers, partners and industry voices together for one day, to compare notes on the challenges we all face, share what is working, and look ahead at where connected store operations are heading.
A conference built for the connected store.
- Labour Planning
- Workforce Management
- Fresh Operations
- Inventory Visibility & Control
- Store Execution & Compliance
Why Attend
Where retail and grocery leaders explore what's next.
Attend Connect EMEA to learn how leading retailers are improving productivity, reducing operational complexity, increasing visibility, and creating better experiences for colleagues and customers.
See What's Next from Logile
Be among the first to see how Logile is advancing AI-powered forecasting, workforce planning, fresh operations, inventory, and store execution to help retail and grocery leaders run smarter, more connected stores.
Hear from Retail and Grocery Leaders
Learn how leading retailers and grocers are transforming labor planning, workforce management, fresh operations, inventory, and store execution through real-world strategies, lessons learned, and measurable results.
Connect with Peers
Exchange ideas, share best practices, and build relationships with peers in retail and grocery navigating many of the same operational challenges and opportunities.
Take Away Practical Ideas
Leave with actionable strategies, proven approaches, and practical ideas to improve labor planning, fresh operations, inventory, and store execution across your stores.
One day of community, insight, and action.
From peer discussions and customer presentations to product innovation, Connect EMEA is designed to build a community to spark new ideas, strengthen connections, and help retailers and grocers run great stores through smarter, more connected operations.
Tuesday, 13 October (pre-conference evening)
Welcome Dinner & Networking
Highlights
- Welcome dinner (see below for accomodations)
- Networking with peers
- Relationship building
Wednesday, 14 October (conference day)
Vision & Learning
Highlights
- Customer keynotes and the Logile vision
- Product roadmap and breakout sessions
- Peer roundtable discussions
2026 Speakers
Inspiring speakers focused on running great stores.
Hear from retail and industry leaders who are driving operational excellence, sharing practical insights, measurable results, and their vision for the future of retail.
Rory Graham
Rory Graham is VP Customer Experience, EMEA at Logile, where he leads the Delivery, Customer Success and Value Engineering teams. He has a passion for helping leading retailers realise value from workforce management and operational optimisation initiatives. With extensive experience across retail operations, consulting, and technology transformation, he partners with customers to improve productivity, colleague engagement, and business performance.
James Freshwater
James Freshwater is VP - UK, EMEA & International at Logile, where he leads the company's growth beyond its North American roots. He has spent more than two decades in retail workforce management, with a consistent focus throughout: bringing customers, partners and teams into a more connected way of working. It is the thinking behind Logile Connect EMEA, which he hosts in Worcester.
Chris Love
Chris Love is co-founder of 'TCN Capital' a technology investment company focused on changing the way consulting and system integration is executed. Prior to the sale to Accenture in 2021 Chris was co-founder of REPL Group a retail focused consultancy specialising in workforce management and is a recognised authority on labour planning and the future of work in retail having advised many of the world's largest retailers on workforce transformation. TCN Capital is an investor in Frontline XP a member of the Logile partner ecosystem and sponsor of this event.
DAY-BY-DAY PROGRAM
Agenda - Wednesday, 14 October
Sessions, keynotes, and Logile Lab designed to help attendees run great stores through connected operations.
Registration and Breakfast
Welcome: Intros and Community
Opening Keynote, Chris Love
Break | Logile Lab Open
Customer Panel: Becoming World-Class at Labour Planning (hosted by Rory Graham)
Test Every Decision Before It Hits the Store: Enterprise Productivity Simulator
Fresh Is the New Battleground for Grocery Profitability
Networking Lunch | Logile Lab Open
Enabling Better Decision Making with Sports Data
Partners in Our Community
Partner Spotlight: Frontline XP
Product Roadmap: What's Next for the Connected Workforce Platform
Break | Logile Lab Open
Retail Industry Panel (hosted by Rory Graham)
The Connected Store
Next Community Meeting / Closing Thoughts
Stadium Tour and Group Photo on the Halfway Line (weather permitting)
Happy Hour | Logile Lab Open
Registration
Register for Connect EMEA.
Registration is complimentary and includes conference attendance, food and refreshments, and a welcome dinner on the evening before the event. If you need accommodations, see recommendations below.
Venue
Sixways Stadium Worcester
Conveniently located south of Birmingham and just minutes from Worcester Parkway station and the M5, Sixways Stadium stands as the premier choice for events and conferences. Sixways Stadium is easily accessible and provides ample, free parking, ensuring a stress-free arrival.
Plan Your Trip
Logistics
Plan your Connect EMEA experience, from travel and accommodation to event details.
Accomodations
Worcester offers a range of hotel accommodation options which are located within a short car or taxi journey from Sixways. We recommend the The Premier Inn at M5 Junction 6 (https://www.premierinn.com/gb/en/hotels/england/worcestershire/worcester/worcester-m5jct6.html). It is the closest to Sixways, a few minutes from the venue, for anyone who just wants convenience. Diglis House Hotel (http://www.diglishousehotel.co.uk/) is the nicer city-centre option by the river and the cathedral, about a ten to fifteen minute taxi out.
Travel
Easily accessible by road, rail, and air, this venue offers exceptional services and state-of-the-art facilities perfect for Connect EMEA. For more information on getting to Sixways Stadium: https://sixwaysstadium.co.uk/visiting/getting-here/
Food & Beverage
Enjoy meals and refreshments throughout the event as well as the dinner the evening before.
Dress Code
Business casual attire is recommended. Meeting rooms may be cool, so we suggest bringing a light layer.
FAQ
Connect is designed for retail and grocery leaders and operators across store operations, workforce management, fresh operations, inventory, supply chain, IT, and executive leadership teams.
Connect EMEA welcomes both current Logile customers and prospects in the retail and grocery industry.
Registration includes all conference sessions, meals and refreshments, plus an invite to the dinner the evening before the conference starts.
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If you need to cancel your registration, please contact the Logile events team at (events@logile.com).
Transportation is not provided.
For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Joey Kime (joey.kime@logile.com) for additional information.
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