APAC’s commerce experts on the future of retail marketing

APAC Trends Briefing and Retail | May 3, 2023

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E-commerce, social commerce, contextual commerce – it’s all about getting consumers to buy. This region sets the trends for the rest of the world when it comes to tech and innovation in this sector. From loyalty programs, re-targeting, social influencers and the next big thing in retail, this panel of experts will share insights and predictions to help marketers engage with APAC consumers.

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