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AI in Retail
25 November 2025
Kimpton Fitzroy London

Stephen Reid
Chief Architect at The Very Group
Speaker

Profile

Steve joined The Very Group in August 2014 and is responsible for architecture, risk and governance across all The Very Group’s brands and touchpoints. He plays a pivotal role in defining the technology strategy and aligned target architecture for the group. Steve leads the team responsible for designing all systems as the retailer undergoes its biggest digital transformation to date. Prior to joining The Very Group, Steve spent 13 years in an IT/IS consultancy role for both PWC and IBM.

Agenda Sessions

  • Opening Keynote Panel: From Hype to Hard Truths: What AI Really Means for Retail

    09:35