Retail Media Leaders to Gather at Annual RMN Forum

Google, IAB, and major retailers to headline discussions on evolving retail media capabilities

Apr. 9, 2026 at 2:49am

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The Retail Media Network (RMN) Forum, a partnership between CSP, Informa Connect and consulting firm NexChapter, is returning in May 2026 with a focus on moving retail media from experimentation to execution. The forum will feature sessions from Google on the latest advancements in AI and data, as well as the IAB discussing industry measurement standards. Retailers like Love's Travel Stops, Dollar General, and Circle K will also share their experiences building retail media networks.

Why it matters

As retail media continues to grow, the forum aims to provide practical guidance and meaningful connections for retailers and brands looking to build and scale their retail media capabilities. The event reflects the industry's shift from exploring retail media as a concept to operationalizing it as a core capability.

The details

The RMN Forum agenda will cover topics like joint business planning, merchandising alignment, scalable network design, and executing retail media in-store and across omnichannel environments. The event will also include collaborative workshops to help attendees define near-term priorities and pressure-test strategies. With limited attendance and a curated group of senior leaders, the forum continues to sell out each year as the industry seeks guidance on how to participate in retail media the right way.

  • The RMN Forum will take place from May 4-6, 2026.

The players

Google

An American multinational technology company that specializes in Internet-related services and products.

Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB)

A trade association for the digital media and marketing industries that develops industry standards, conducts research, and provides legal support for its members.

Love's Travel Stops

A chain of truck stop and convenience stores headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Dollar General

An American discount store chain that provides a selection of merchandise, as well as high-quality private brand items.

Circle K

An international chain of convenience stores that is a subsidiary of the Canadian company Alimentation Couche-Tard.

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What they’re saying

“We built RMN Forum to be different. This is not about theory or sales pitches. It's about bringing the right people together to share what's working, where the gaps are and how we move forward as an industry.”

— Art Sebastian, Founder and CEO of NexChapter

What’s next

Retailers interested in attending the RMN Forum can reach out to Mike Marino at Michael.Marino@informa.com. Sponsors interested in sponsoring the event can reach out to Jeanie Hornung at Jeanie.Hornung@informa.com.

The takeaway

The RMN Forum reflects the retail industry's shift from exploring retail media as a concept to operationalizing it as a core capability. By bringing together leaders from Google, IAB, and major retailers, the event aims to provide practical guidance and meaningful connections for companies looking to build and scale their retail media networks.