The founder of Retail Prophet, Doug Stephens is one of the world’s most respected and influential retail industry futurists and advisors. His work and thinking have influenced many of North America’s best-known retailers and brands, including Walmart, Home Depot, Razorfish, Disney, Loblaws, WestJet, Citibank and Air Miles to name a few.

Drawing on over 20 years of international experience in the retail industry, including the leadership of one of New York City’s most historic retail chains, Stephens tracks key shifts in economics, demographics, technology and media to assemble a complete and credible picture of how retail and consumerism are evolving.

He is a highly sought-after keynote presenter, speaking regularly to diverse business and government audiences across North America and Europe about the key changes in consumer behavior and technology that are central to the success of organizations and entrepreneurs.

He is also a regular contributor on the acclaimed television series App Central TV, a retail business contributor for CBC Radio, and a frequent source of opinion for global business media. Stephens sits on the advisory boards of a mobile technology company and the Dx3 digital conference. Follow Doug on Twitter @RetailProphet.