The Retail Morning Club

The Retail Morning Club is a get-together breakfast event for businesses in the retail space (brand companies, international retailers, professionals in the industry) to meet, get inspired and discuss around international markets, coordinated by Business Sweden. We will zoom in on different regions/markets/cities and invite people with international perspectives and to share international retail journey’s of common interest.

The breakfast sessions will take place at Hotel Kung Carl, Birger Jarlsgatan 21.
We offer a light breakfast and coffee/tea. Duration is approximately 1 hour. Please register here to secure a spot.

Warmly welcome!

Franca Lippitz (main contact), Linda Bradley and Johan Chun

Schedule and topics for upcoming Retail Morning Club events:

• 21 April at 8.00 AM - 9.00 AM – Asia: How to stay in Korea and how to enter Thailand
  • Asia offers strong growth potential, but markets require different strategies. This session focuses on South Korea, where the challenge is often how to stay competitive in a mature and demanding market, and Thailand, where companies are looking to enter and build momentum. We will share practical insights on market dynamics, consumer behavior, and go-to-market considerations, highlighting how strategies need to differ when maintaining a position in Korea versus establishing one in Thailand. Join us to receive and discuss concrete takeaways for a successful market growth.
    
    
• 9 June at 08.00 AM - 09.00 AM – Americas: Zooming in on Mexico
  • As North American supply chains reshape, Mexico is emerging as one of the most strategically relevant markets in the Americas. This session focuses on what this shift means for retail, from understanding local consumer expectations to the market dynamics shaping how international brands enter and grow. We will explore retail trends, competitive positioning, and the practical implications of nearshoring for brands looking to establish or expand their presence in Mexico. Come prepared to exchange perspectives and leave with a clearer picture of where Mexico fits in your international retail strategy.
    
    
• August at 08.00 AM - 09.00 AM  – Fundraising for growth: Hands‑on advice and insight
  • Hands-on advice on funding strategies, investor perspectives, and how retail brands can prepare for growth capital, including insights from guest speakers.
    
    
• September at 08.00 AM - 09.00 AM – Winning in Mature European Retail: What It Takes to Win with European Retailers Today
  • Being present in Europe is one thing – delivering performance is another. In mature European retail markets, competition is intense and retailer expectations are higher than ever. This session explores what it takes to build relevance, scale performance and succeed with European retailers today, with a practical focus on real-world challenges faced by experienced brands.

Additional event and topics will be announced. Feel free to suggest focus areas and ideas by email to franca.lippitz@business-sweden.se 

Participation is free of charge, sign-up to secure space and breakfast.