Innovators Showcase

Introducing the NRF APAC Innovators Showcase!

We’re excited to introduce the NRF APAC Innovators Showcase – an exclusive exhibition of the top thirty innovative technology companies transforming retail in and around the APAC region.

Curated by the NRF Innovation Advisory Committee, this invite-only showcase will spotlight the latest technologies reshaping how consumers shop and how businesses operate.

Participating companies will be featured in targeted promotions to retailers, media and venture capitalists.

Previous NRF Innovation Lab participants have generated hundreds of qualified leads, made valuable fundraising connections, secured business with leading retailers (including Walmart, Macy’s, Starbucks, Nike) and been featured in media coverage (including CNN, Associated Press, Axios, CNBC, Fox Business, Forbes, The Verge, Modern Retail, WWD, Retail Brew, The Robin Report, Retail Wire, and more). See what previous years' attendees had to say about their experience.

Apply to the NRF APAC Innovators Showcase Today

Companies interested in applying must complete this short survey. Applicants will be evaluated on 4 key questions:

1. What problem does it solve for retailers
2. How significant is the problem?
3. What product market fit has the technology achieved?
4. Is the company ready to scale?

Other important requirements for participation are:

1. Technologies must have entered the market within the past 3 years.
2. Technologies must be live with a retailer or in a pilot phase – no concept phases permitted.
3. Technologies cannot have previously participated in the 2024 NRF APAC Innovation Lab unless showcasing a brand new product or service that is entirely unrelated to the previous demonstration.
4. Technologies must be displayed in an interactive and immersive manner.

The Innovation Advisory Committee (IAC) seeks to select companies that represent the latest technologies (including artificial intelligence, machine learning, extended reality, Internet of Things, blockchain, biometrics, robotics and more).

We encourage applicants to provide a detailed and thoughtful application that provides a 360-degree view of their organization, solution, and technology.

Secure your spot today – applications are open! Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The application deadline is January 15th, 2025.    

Note: Participants in NRF 2025 Innovators Showcase in New York are eligible to apply.

What is included & costs?

1. What does the booth include?

• 2.5 x 3m (7.5sqm) booth with kiosk, backwall, and carpet
• 1 Barstool
• 1x 500 watt electrical drop 
• 1 full conference badge, 4 booth staff badges

• Startup Companies: $6,000 USD (Companies founded in or after 2020)
• Established Companies: $7,500 USD
• Larger booth packages with sizes of 10’ x 20’ and 20’ x 20’ available upon request

Want to learn more or have questions?

Please contact Zara Safiullah who coordinates the IAC selection process.