Doug Stephens

Doug Stephens is widely recognized as one of the world's only retail industry futurists.

His intellectual work and research have influenced many of North America's best-known retailers and brands including Wal-Mart, Home Depot, Hudson's Bay Company, Air Miles, Disney, Loblaw, Benjamin Moore and TD Bank.

Doug is also a regular guest expert on the CTV television series App Central TV, and sits on the advisory board of the Location-Based Marketing Association.

Prior to founding Retail Prophet Consulting, Doug spent 20 years in retail, holding senior international roles, including the leadership of one of New York City's most iconic retail chains.

When not speaking, Doug is a highly sought after writer, corporate and government advisor and business media contact on trends and changes in retailing and consumerism.