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DALLAS
May 6 & 7, 2025

One introduction can change your life.

18 HOURS WITH THE BEST IN BUSINESS

The world’s highest density of cool retail and real estate folks

Michael Townsend, Townsend & Associates

Cocktail Party

Drinks on the house.

The Automatic Cocktail Party occurs at the close of the first day’s programming and brings together the entire attendee group for a fun and memorable evening of superb food, drink, and live music.

Fantastic Food

No soggy ham sandwiches.

Automatic celebrates food and the people and businesses behind it. Fun lunches are included on both days and you won’t leave hungry.

Cool Merch

No mousepads.

Automatic has cool merch included, fun pieces that make memories

Ladies Lunch

The Ladies Lunch brings together industry leaders to build relationships.

Women represent the strongest force shaping the retail and hospitality industry and the lunch presents an opportunity to celebrate these leaders.

Property Tour

Get an insider’s look at what’s next.

We provide transportation to and from an epic project where you’ll hear from the visionaries behind it.

Retail Accelerator

Helping emerging brands grow through the Automatic Network

We bring emerging brick & mortar businesses the tools they need to grow:

  • Growth capital providers

  • Location technology 

  • Fresh real estate and ops talent

  • Design insights

  • Established brand leader mentorship

Small Groups

Learn from the best in an intimate setting.

Each day of Automatic is filled with a series of small group talks. Choose your own adventure and join whatever peaks your interest.

  • Emerging retailers

  • Design solutions

  • Investment ideas

  • Unique capital sources

  • New project reveals

Personalized Introductions

One introduction can change your life.

Automatic connects brick & mortar pros so that new business opportunities emerge. We get to know you and then introduce the people you need to know, all in a chill environment.

Online Community

Connect with other members before, during, and after the event.
  • Search member profiles

  • View property details

  • Learn from experts

  • Connect with chat

AGENDA

Choose your own adventure.

MONDAY, MAY 5

5:00 pm – Sponsor Reception (Premium Event Pass Holders)

TUESDAY, MAY 6

8:00 am – Coffee Reception
8:45 am 
– Welcome & Kickoff
9:00 am 
– Opening Presentation
10:00 am 
– Small Group Sessions
Noon 
– Lunch
2:00 pm 
– Small Group Sessions
3:00 pm 
– Off-site Property Tour
5:00 pm 
– Cocktail Party

WEDNESDAY, MAY 7

9:00 am – Coffee Reception
8:45 am – Welcome & Kickoff
9:00 am – Opening Presentation
10:00 am – Retail Accelerator
11:00 am – Fireside Chat
Noon – Ladies Lunch
2:00 pm – Small Group Sessions
3:00 pm – Emerging Retailer Panel
4:00 pm – Giving Kitchen Awards & Farewell Toast

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