Retail Industry Insights & Trends
An exclusive AWS and Axrail session on the evolution of retail in ASEAN — from digital transformation to GenAI impact.
Thursday, 6 November 2025, 6PM – 9PM
The Library, Level 11, Intercontinental Singapore
What to Expect at the Event
Across ASEAN, the retail industry is undergoing rapid transformation. Shifts in consumer behavior, evolving business models, and the integration of emerging technologies are redefining how retailers operate, connect, and grow.
At this exclusive session hosted by AWS and Axrail, retail leaders will gain a deeper understanding of the forces driving change — and how innovation in the cloud is empowering brands to stay ahead.
Keynote
Kim Ho Min, AWS Head of Retail BD, ASEAN, unpacks the key themes reshaping the retail landscape:
The current state of retail in ASEAN
Technology trends driving the next era of growth
Consumer behavior shifts and what they mean for retailers
The impact of GenAI on retail operations and decision-making
Building a foundation for the future of retail technology
Agenda
| Time | Session Title | Speaker / Notes |
| 5:30 – 6:00 PM | Registration & Welcome Drinks | Welcome cocktails, canapés, and informal networking |
| 6:00 – 6:15 PM | Welcome & Opening Remarks | Speakers: Ariff / Miracle (AWS LT) & Axrail |
| 6:15 – 6:45 PM | Retail Industry Insights & Trends | Speaker: Kim Ho Min, AWS Head of Retail BD, ASEAN, covering technology trends, consumer shifts, digital transformation imperatives, and GenAI’s role in retail |
| 6:45 – 7:45 PM | Interactive Flashcard Discussion | Roundtable-style discussion on digital transformation, AI/ML implementation, cloud adoption, and preparing for the future of retail |
| 7:45 – 8:00 PM | Closing Remarks | Key takeaways, next steps, and AWS support offerings |
| 8:00 – 9:00 PM | Networking Drinks | Continue the discussion over drinks and connections with industry peers |