Women In Travel Retail+

Navigating Growth, Culture & Opportunity in the Middle East - A Woman's Perspective
2026-01-13 12:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London)
Speaker: Tonya Tan World Future Enterprises.
Moderator: Irene Revilla, The Moodie Davitt Report

Singapore Networking Event
2025-12-12 12:30 - 14:00 (Asia/Singapore) | Allora Ristorante and Bar, Crowne Plaza Changi Airport (Level 1), Singapore, Singapore

Kindness Walk
2025-12-03
Join Steering Committee member Erin Lillis on a “Kindness Walk” to visit a past WiTR+ project “IMPACT HK” and afterwards for drinks and networking and much more at the Mondrian Hotel, Hart Avenue, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong.
Numbers are limited, so if you are interested to join – please contact Erin Lillis – email: elillis@lacoste.com

WiTR+ Christmas Quiz 2025
2025-12-02 12:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Zoom
Speakers

Gerry Munday – WiTR+

Mission Impossible: Juggling Career And Personal Life In Travel Retail
2025-11-18 12:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Zoom
Speakers

Beste Ermaner – PHILIP MORRIS INTERNATIONAL

Moderators

Gerry Munday

MEADFA Networking Event, hosted by Dubai Duty Free
2025-11-10 15:30 - 17:30 (Asia/Dubai) | Vista Restaurant – Intercontinental Hotel
Dubai Duty Free, MEADFA, and Women in Travel Retail came together for “Unveiling the Mystery of Middle Eastern Women,” celebrating the richness of Emirati culture. Mona Al Ali set the tone with an insightful cultural introduction, paving the way for an afternoon filled with Emirati women’s fashion, traditional perfumery, soothing qanun melodies, expressive calligraphy, and an Arabian Elegance showcase honouring the grace and strength of women in the UAE.

Guests had the opportunity to try on Emirati women’s dresses and jewellery for a deeper and more personal cultural experience. A memorable experience from start to finish, leaving guests eager for more.

When Storytelling Shapes Brands in Travel Retail
2025-10-30 17:00 - 20:00 (Europe/Paris) | GS1, 21 Boulevard Haussmann, Paris, 75009, France

The Business of Belonging: Why Inclusion and Authenticity Drive Performance
2025-10-21 12:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Zoom
Speakers

Clarisse Daniels – WHYTE & MACKAY
Leila Stansfeild – BACARDI

Moderators

Angela Farrugia – BrandX Society

Women’s resilience – A catalyst for Transforming the Professional World
2025-10-14 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Helsinki) | Le Chef Restaurant, Geneva Airport
On October 14th, Women in Travel Retail+, in collaboration with Genève Aéroport and Lagardère Travel Retail, proudly hosted its first-ever conference in Geneva — an evening dedicated to exploring female resilience as a driver of transformation in the travel retail industry.
More than sixty women leaders and professionals from across the sector gathered to share experiences, ideas, and inspiration during this vibrant and empowering event.
The discussion panel featured exceptional speakers — Noelle Goris (La Prairie / Beiersdorf Luxury), Charlotte Delmas (Lagardère Travel Retail Group), Sarah Gamblin (Association Découvrir) and Susanna Swann (Genève Aéroport) — who explored how resilience, diversity, and confidence can reshape leadership, strengthen collaboration, and elevate performance in our industry.
Key takeaway:
Diversity and cooperation are not just inspiring values — they are essential levers for innovation, inclusion, and sustainable growth in travel retail.
A heartfelt thank you to Genève Aéroport, Lagardère Travel Retail, and all our amazing partners – Le Chef, La Prairie, Mavala, Maestrani, Caran d’Ache, Maison Noir, Rémy Cointreau, Choya, and Valrhona – for making this event possible.
Together, we are building a stronger, more inclusive, and resilient future for women in travel retail.

The Inaugural Women in Travel Retail Event in Australia
2025-10-14 16:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Pernod Ricard Office, International Tower 1, Level 43, Sydney, Australia

TFWA Cannes Networking Event
2025-09-30 17:30 - 19:00 (Europe/Paris) | Brown Forman Stand, Cannes
To register for this event, click the registration link below the invitation. You must be logged in to your WiTR+ membership to view the link.

Building A Brand In Travel Retail
2025-09-09 12:00 - 13:30 (Europe/London) | Zoom
Speakers

Angela Farrugia – STRATEGIC BRAND DEVELOPMENT
Smruti Sriram – BAGS OF ETHICS
Anne Kavanagh – KAVANAGH COMMUNICATIONS

Moderators

Gerry Munday

New York Networking Event @ Joseph Ribkoff
2025-08-26 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Joseph Ribkoff, 336 West 37th Street, New York City, 1130, United States
WiTR+ Members and guest.
Limited spaces available.
RSVP by 15th August to Jessica@mortonjames.co.uk

Rooftop Networking Event
2025-07-02 17:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | Linda Farrow, 1 Rosoman Place, London, EC1R 0JY

Geneva networking event
2025-06-26 18:30 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | The Bloody Bar, PLace de Cornavin, Gare de Cornavin, 1201 Geneva
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Travel Retail 2.0: The Digital Takeoff
2025-06-25 08:30 - 12:30 (Europe/Paris) | Les Halles de l’Île, 1 Place de l'Ile, Geneva, 1204, Switzerland
SHIFT, A TRAVEL RETAIL TRANSFORMATION PARTNER, SET TO HOST ITS FIRST TRAVEL RETAIL EVENT, TO EXPLORE THE DIGITAL INNOVATIONS IN THE INDUSTRY.
On June 25th, 2025, SHIFT will host “Travel Retail 2.0: The Digital Takeoff,” a one-of-a-kind event that will explore the rapid digital transformation occurring within the travel retail industry. This exclusive event, held at Les Halles de l’Île in Geneva, is designed to bring together professionals from across the travel retail sector to discuss how digital technologies are revolutionizing the shopping experience for travelers.

Connecting Brands, Retailers & Airlines
Industry leaders will share insights into how digital tools, from advanced data analytics to omnichannel solutions, are enhancing the traveler shopping journey. This includes exploring how brands are leveraging mobile solutions, personalization, and e-commerce to engage and drive sales.
This event will be the first of a series that will aim at fostering synergies between actors from the industry as well as share valuable information on the latest trends. By connecting leading brands, technology experts, and thought leaders, SHIFT will provide a unique platform, offering actionable insights that can drive both short-term success and long-term growth in the travel retail space.
As of now, SHIFT is pleased to announce that over 60 industry leaders and professionals have already signed up to attend “Travel Retail 2.0: The Digital Takeoff”. This strong, early interest underscores the significance of the event and the growing demand for innovative discussions around digital transformation in travel retail.
For inscription, please register on our Evenbrite page
AGENDA

TIME
CATEGORY
THEME

08:00 – 08:30
Networking
Welcome, Breakfast & Networking

08:30 – 08:40
Speech
Welcome Word

08:40 – 09:10
Keynote
A trip into the Future, inspiration from EAST

09:10 – 09:40
Keynote
Drive-to, How to reach the Western travelers?

09:40 – 10:25
Panel
Panel : How to Leverage Digital to Cover the Traveler’s Journey?

10:25 – 11:00
Networking
Coffee Break

11:00 – 11:30
Keynote
E-Commerce for Travel Retail

11:30 – 12:15
Panel
Conversion: How data can fuel your performance in Travel Retail?

12:15 – 12:30
Q&A
Wrap-Up & Open Floor Discussions

SPEAKERS LIST

Mona L’Hostis, CMO L’Occitane Group Travel Retail
Theres Briger, Head of Onground & Airport Experience at SAS
Laurent Marteau, Ex-CEO L’Occitane Group / Ex Travel Retail Director of La Prairie & Dior
Sarah Blanc, Head of Digital Nestlé Travel Retail
Branislav Peric, Co-Founder of WITH Group
Vadim Wichmann, Managing Director of SHIFT – a WITH Group Company
Michael Chrisment, Managing Partner of SHIFT – a WITH Group Company
Candice Pisiou, Head of Consulting of SHIFT – a WITH Group Company

And more to come…
ABOUT SHIFT
SHIFT, a WITH Group company, is a Digital Travel Retail Transformation Partner. Our digital expertise and understanding of retail and travel retail enable us to provide significant leaders with cutting-edge solutions. We always offer tailor-made missions fully adapted to our client’s needs. Our expert talents give a holistic approach from consultancy to project delivery, enabling our clients’ teams to extend their operations in the long term. We collaborate with significant leaders such as L’Oreal, PUIG, L’Occitane, Cartier, and Coty, supporting their transformation journeys.

DFNI Cruise Conference Networking Event
2025-06-18 08:00 - 09:00 (Europe/Madrid) | Melia Barcelona Sky

Asutil Networking event
2025-06-03 - 2025-06-06
Date TBC

Digital Media | High Street Vs Travel Retail
2025-05-20 12:00 - 13:30 (Europe/London) | Zoom
Speakers

Rachel Ingram – FOLK
Andrew Machin – KOUNTER (part of The Bluedog Group)

Moderators

Gerry Munday

TFWA Asia Pacific Networking event
2025-05-13 17:30 - 22:00 (Asia/Singapore) | TFWA Asia Pacific Lounge
Come and join women from the Asia Pacific region and beyond! It’s a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and make new ones.

Madrid Networking Event
2025-05-07 18:00 - 20:00 (Europe/Madrid)
We’re thrilled to share that on the 7th of May, the very first WiTR+ event in Madrid (Spain) coordinated by Mondelēz International & Avolta, took place successfully!
Thanks to the dedication of Ana Quijada de Arístegui , Nuria Blanco Bernárdez, Ana de Neira de Mendoza and Marta P., over 50 guests joined us for an inspiring afternoon full of insights, idea-sharing, and meaningful connections.
We were also fortunate to count on the participation of four outstanding panelists – Romina Gabarró (Avolta), Beatriz de Otto Méndez (Mondelez), Victoria Soto Hombravella (Coty), and Cathy Rolland (Osborne) – who generously shared their experience and perspectives, both within and beyond the world of TR.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event truly special. It’s amazing to witness how this community continues to grow and thrive!

Seatrade Cruise event with the Moodie Davitt Report
2025-04-08 - 2025-04-09
Contact Jessica McGratty-Singer if you are attending and want to hear more about WiTR+ events and mentoring scheme. Email: jessica@mortonjames.co.uk

APTRA Networking Event
2025-04-07 17:00 - 18:00 (Asia/Kolkata)
APTRA hosted a WiTR+ networking session during its India Conference in Mumbai on 7 April. This was a great opportunity for delegates from several countries to connect with friends and colleagues from across the industry before the business of the conference got underway. In keeping with the positive energy of Travel Retail in India, the networking was enthusiastically attended by over 50 people.

Zurich networking event
2025-03-24

Octopus Arms - To Do All Or Nothing?
2025-03-11 12:00 - 13:30 (Europe/London) | Zoom
Speakers

Brittany Williams-Leverett – OCTOPUS ARMS

Moderators

Gerry Munday

Miami WiTR+ event kicks off 2025 fundraising efforts during Summit of Americas gathering
2025-03-08 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | IAADFS Summit of the Americas
Women in Travel Retail hosted a wonderful networking event to kick off the 2025 IAADFS Summit of the Americas exhibition in Miami.

Generously hosted by the International Association of Airport and Duty Free Stores (IAADFS), the gathering inclusively welcomed scores of industry colleagues (WiTR members and pluses), raised more than $500 for the group’s 2025 charity and honored a pioneer of the industry.
The gathering featured a raffle in support of WiTR+’s 2025 chosen charity, Toutes à l’école, an organization dedicated to providing quality education for underprivileged girls in Cambodia. This year, WiTR+ aims to raise €15,000 to renovated dormitories for 400 post-baccalaureate students, ensuring they have a healthy living environment to support their studies.

Raffle prizes included a travel case of award-winning Kroma Makeup made from organic-based natural botanicals & high-grade minerals; a collection of spirits from Waldemar Behn and the Family Brands Alliance; fragrances and accessories donated by Essence Corp’s Patricia Bona; selections from the new ABSOLU Luxury Fragrance Line from Cosper Distribution; and a selection of Geske Beauty tools donated by TMI.
WiTR+ Chair Sarah Branquinho welcomed attendees, briefly discussing the organization’s charity initiatives, membership and benefits, including the fast-growing global mentorship program. She reported that WiTR+ currently has 26 corporate partners and close to 800 members around the world.

A highlight of the evening – held on International Women’s Day – was when Sean Gazitua, President and CEO of Miami-based logistics company WTDC, shared a few words in honor of his late grandmother, Mercedes Gazitua. Mercedes, along with her husband Luis Rafael, founded one of the first logistics companies in Miami, and are considered pioneers of the trade that has enabled duty free and travel retail to flourish in the Americas.
WiTR+ was also delighted to welcome a visit from retired colleague Virginie Cordero, one of the organization’s very first members and a huge supporter over the years.

Asia Pacific Retail Operator Focus
2025-01-14 12:00 - 13:30 (Europe/London) | Zoom
Speakers

Freda Cheung – AVOLTA
Sunil Tuli – KING POWER

Moderators

Gerry Munday
Charlotte Turner

WiTR+ Christmas Quiz 2024
2024-12-03 12:00 - 13:30 (Europe/London) | Zoom

Women of FDFA hold WiTR+ gathering during Toronto Convention
2024-11-19 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | Royal Suite, King Edward Hotel, 37 King St E, Toronto, Ontario, M5C 1E9, Canada
On Tuesday evening at this year’s FDFA Convention, a special gathering of the Women in Travel Retail+ (WiTR+) took place which was put together by Sherri Gidney of Wine Classics, Alex DeBellis of Beler Holdings, and Barbara Barrett and Alison Gardner of FDFA. Generously hosted in the Beler suite, the event attracted a full house, and held a special presentation for the nominees of the new “Trailblazing Woman of Influence” award, celebrating outstanding women in leadership.

The three nominees were Heather Howard, who founded 1,000 Islands Duty Free some 40 years ago; Alex DeBellis, VP Sales & Marketing at Beler Holdings, who has helped develop the distribution side of Canada’s land border duty free business; and Lois Pasternak, Editor/Publisher, Travel Markets Insider.

Each of the nominees was recognized at the reception with a personalized congratulatory certificate from Ontario Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming Stan Cho.

Refreshments were provided by the FDFA, Wine Classics, Beler, Beam Suntory and Bacardi and a charity raffle to benefit Child Find Ontario was held.

Photo caption: from left: FDFA’ President Tania Lee, Heather Howard, Alex DeBellis, Michael Pasternak (representing me), FDFA Executive Director Barbara Barrett, and Sherri Gidney.

MEADFA Gathering
2024-11-18 12:00 - 13:00 (Europe/London) | Abu Dhabi
Around 45 industry women attended an informal WiTR+ gathering during the MEADFA conference in Abu Dhabi. Founder Sarah Branquinho explaned the history and purpose of WiTR+ along with the many benefits of membership – corporate or individual. Members now total nearly 800 across the globe with an increasing number of networking opportunities through regional events and webinars.
