Apparel Group, renowned leader in the global fashion and lifestyle retail industry, is delighted to announce its role as the headline partner for the prestigious 2025 RLC Global Forum. The event, taking place on February 4-5, 2025, in Riyadh, will bring together key figures in retail, policymaking, investment, and innovation to chart the future of the sector. As Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 continues to drive the GCC’s transformation into a hub of resilience and growth, this forum offers an unparalleled platform for shaping the evolution of retail.
Under the theme “Rebuilding a Shared Future,” the 2025 RLC Global Forum will address pressing challenges in the global retail landscape, such as technological innovation, international trade, market adaptability, and geopolitical shifts. The forum aims to foster collaboration across industries and generate groundbreaking strategies to propel the sector forward.
Sima Ganwani Ved, Founder and Chairwoman of Apparel Group, will join the forum as a distinguished speaker. Known for her dedication to creating inclusive workplaces and championing gender equality, she will share her insights on driving progress in the retail industry. Speaking about the partnership, Sima Ganwani Ved said, “Our collaboration with the RLC Global Forum underscores our commitment to addressing critical issues and facilitating impactful discussions that influence the future of retail. Prioritizing diversity, inclusivity, and women’s empowerment is not just an aspiration but a necessary foundation for building a thriving and forward-thinking business ecosystem.”
Apparel Group CEO Neeraj Teckchandani will also participate as a prominent speaker, contributing his deep expertise in global retail to the discussions. He expressed excitement about the partnership, stating, “Partnering with the RLC Global Forum for its inaugural event in Riyadh is a unique opportunity to engage with transformative ideas and innovations shaping the future of retail. At Apparel Group, we have always embraced change and driven growth, and this partnership reaffirms our commitment to leading through innovation and thought leadership.”
Panos Linardos, Chairman of the RLC Global Forum, shared his enthusiasm: “As we navigate an era of unprecedented change, the collaboration with Apparel Group symbolizes the alignment of our shared values and bold ambitions to redefine the future of retail. Together, we aim to empower leaders to turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s opportunities, forging pathways that will shape a resilient and thriving retail ecosystem across the GCC region and beyond.”
The 2025 RLC Global Forum is set to be a landmark gathering, uniting global CEOs, policymakers, and trailblazers to reimagine and advance the future of retail and commerce.
About the RLC Global Forum
The RLC Global Forum is a leading platform that brings together the world’s most influential global retail leaders, innovators, and policymakers to drive positive industry change. The Forum marks the next phase of the Retail Leaders Circle’s (RLC’s) decade-long mission to connect and empower leaders within the retail sector. Through high-level discussions and strategic cross-industry initiatives, the Forum addresses the long-term forces shaping a brighter future for retail and its interconnected sectors. https://rlcglobalforum.com/
About Apparel Group LLC
Apparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle retail conglomerate residing at the crossroads of the modern economy – Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Today, Apparel Group caters to thousands of eager shoppers through its 2,300+ retail stores and 85+ brands on all platforms while employing over 24,000+ multicultural staff.
Apparel Group has not only established a strong presence in the GCC – Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia & Kuwait but also strategically expanded its reach to thriving markets in India, South Africa, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Egypt. Moreover, the company has set clear strategies to venture into promising emerging markets such as Hungary and the Philippines, showcasing its forward-thinking approach.
Apparel Group has curated a diverse portfolio of brands, offering an omni-channel experience. These brands, originating from the USA, Canada, Europe, Australia, and Asia, include leading names in fashion, footwear, and lifestyles such as Tommy Hilfiger, Charles & Keith, Skechers, ALDO, Crocs, Nine West, Calvin Klein, Aéropostale, Jamie’s Italian, Tim Hortons, Cold Stone Creamery, Inglot, and Rituals. This diverse range reflects the company’s versatility and adaptability.
Apparel Group owes its impressive growth to the vision and guidance of its owners: Founder and Chairwoman Sima Ganwani Ved and Nilesh Ved, both have taken the company from strength to strength since its inception in the last two decades.
