Events Archive

On this page you will find all the previous, present and future events of Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags.

The events are free of charge and can be watched in person or in live streaming. They can also be seen on demand starting from 24 hours after the direct transmission on the Digital Connection platform.

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17th June 2024
Online
Startup competition 101 ERS


Speakers:
  • Kamal Hussain - UK Country Manager Buy Buddy
  • Nicola Carnevali - Project Manager JustinShop
  • Juanjo Mestre - CEO Dcycle
  • Sivan Baram - CEO & Co-Founder radd.
  • Joshua Behar - VP Strategic Accounts and BD Tymely
  • Anna Filazzola - Founder You Addict
  • Patrik Von Bergen - Chief Marketing Officer Fibbl
  • Lorenzo Maggioni - CEO & Co-founder GEL Proximity
  • Kateryna Pokorovska - Sales Development Representative VanOnGo
  • Francesco Fichera - Founder & CEO Blaster Foundry
  • Moderator: Alberto Mattiello - Member of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee in charge of Innovation
  • Jury: Enrico Cietta - President of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee
  • Matteo Pasca - Vice-President of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee
  • Malvina Podestà - CEO & Founder Quanticlo
  • Marcello Pace - CEO Scarpe&Scarpe
  • Patrick Abend - Head of Sales Wortmann Schuh-DACH Tamaris
  • Pedro A. Fernandez Ruiz - Men's accessories and footwear buyer Tendam Retail Group
  • Rahid Miah - Director Rivershop
  • Kevin Davis Biira - Head buyer Sneakercon Uganda
  • Jane Robertson - Owner Millwoods
  • Yosephine Susanto - General Manager for Footwear Business Matahari Department Store
  • Maria Jose Gerard - Development Shoe Manager Guante and Gacel
  • Mark Denkler - President National Shoe Retailers Association
  • Cammie McKenzie - President Brown’s Shoe Fit Co
  • Mohamed Zalat - Owner Zalat Commercial Group
  • Kheng Li Jason Tan - Supplier and Sourcing Specialist Pt Binacitra Kharisma Sejati
  • Akash Sehgal - Head buyer Landmark Group
  • Almas Nanda - Founder / Director Inc. 5 Shoes Private Limited
  • Alexandre Gastaldello - Export Director Grendene
Main themes:
  • INNOVATION

17 June 2024
Online
Innovation village Input 3: Efficiency & Sustainability in Retail

Innovative session dedicated to 'Efficiency and Sustainability in Retail', where some forward-looking start-ups will present their revolutionary solutions to promote positive changes in the sector.

Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello - Member of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee in charge of Innovation
  • Marcello Pace - CEO Scarpe&Scarpe
  • Mark Denkler - President National Shoe Retailers Association
  • Akash Sehgal - Head buyer Landmark Group
  • Kamal Hussain - UK Country Manager Buy Buddy
  • Nicola Carnevali - Project Manager JustinShop
  • Juanjo Mestre - CEO Dcycle
Main themes:
  • INNOVATION

16th June 2024
Online
Innovation Village Input 2: AI: Beyond the Buzzword

Step into the realm of practical AI applications with our session "AI: Beyond the Buzzword," where three pioneering startups will unveil their game-changing solutions tailored for eCommerce.

Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello - Member of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee in charge of Innovation
  • Micol Invernizzi - Country Marketing Manager Skechers
  • Mark Denkler - President National Shoe Retailers Association
  • Sivan Baram - CEO & Co-Founder radd.
  • Joshua Behar - VP Strategic Accounts and BD Tymely
  • Anna Filazzola - Founder You Addict
Main themes:
  • INNOVATION

16th June 2024
Online
Innovation Village Input 1: eCommerce Tools

Dive into the future of logistics with our first startup, poised to disrupt traditional supply chain management. Their solution leverages advanced technology to optimize inventory management, order fulfillment, and shipping processes, ensuring seamless operations and swift delivery for eCommerce businesses of all sizes.

Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello - Member of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee in charge of Innovation
  • Malvina Podestà - CEO & Founder Quanticlo
  • Renato Lo Presti - CEO Rohde Shoes GmbH
  • Patrik Von Bergen - Chief Marketing Officer Fibbl
  • Lorenzo Maggioni - CEO & Co-founder GEL Proximity
  • Kateryna Pokorovska - Sales Development Representative VanOnGo
  • Francesco Fichera - Founder & CEO Blaster Foundry
Main themes:
  • INNOVATION

15th January 2024
Online
Startup competition


Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello - Member of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee in charge of Innovation
  • Enrico Cietta - President of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee
  • Matteo Pasca - Vice-President of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee
  • Marco Lacchini - Head of Product Development
  • Production & Operations Velasca
  • Marcello Pace - CEO Scarpe&Scarpe
  • Malvina Podestà - Co-founder & General Manager Quanticlo
  • Mark Denkler - President National Shoe Retailers Association
  • Willie Eu - Business Director BRG (S) Pte Ltd
  • Imran Virji - Owner Regal Shoes
  • Liana Tashchyan - Head buyer Baldi London
  • Joanna Tan - Owner Tyan Pte Ltd
  • Jorgen Krebs - Owner Skoringen i Ringe
  • Amr Zakaria - Chief Operating Officer Town Group
  • Taranjeet Singh Chhabra - Owner Neemans Private Limited
  • Briton Christenson - Associate Director of Sourcing Shoe Show Inc.
  • Zoran Nasteski - CEO QX
  • Marcello Valerio - Co-founder iF Returns
  • Andrea Squatrito - CEO Data Boutique
  • Annie Cyr - CEO & Co-founder Tengiva
  • Andrea Herget - Co-founder & COO Finds
  • Giorgia Leonardi - CEO Beaware
  • Walfredo della Gherardesca - CEO & Co-founder Genuine Way
Main themes:
  • INNOVATION

15th January 2024
Online
Innovation village input 3: sustainable future

Explore innovations and sustainable practices in the footwear industry. We will delve into the latest eco-friendly
technologies, logistic solutions, and the use of blockchain in sustainability. Discover how companies can integrate
sustainability into the supply chain for a positive impact on the environment and brand reputation.

Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello - Member of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee in charge of Innovation
  • Marco Lacchini - Head of Product Development
  • Production & Operations Velasca
  • Mark Denkler - President National Shoe Retailers Association
  • Andrea Herget - Co-founder & COO Finds
  • Giorgia Leonardi - CEO Beaware
  • Walfredo della Gherardesca - CEO & Co-founder Genuine Way
Main themes:
  • INNOVATION

14th January 2024
Online
Innovation village input 2: data management tools

Analyze how data can transform your business in the "Data Management Tools" workshop. We will explore
advanced data management tools that enhance operational efficiency, enable accurate demand forecasting, and
optimize the supply chain. Learn how data analysis can drive strategic decisions, improve customer experience,
and provide a competitive advantage in the global market.

Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello - Member of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee in charge of Innovation
  • Marcello Pace - CEO Scarpe&Scarpe
  • Imran Virji - Owner Regal Shoes
  • Andrea Squatrito - CEO Data Boutique
  • Annie Cyr - CEO & Co-founder Tengiva
Main themes:
  • INNOVATION

14th January 2024
Online
Innovation village input 1: e-commerce tools

Examine the latest platforms, tools, and strategies to optimize online presence in the footwear, leather goods, and bags industry. From user experience to web3, from innovative fitting solutions to returns, discover how to reach a broader audience and increase sales in a constantly evolving digital environment.

Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello - Member of Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee in charge of Innovation
  • Malvina Podestà - Co-founder & General Manager Quanticlo
  • Willie Eu - Business Director BRG (S) Pte Ltd
  • Zoran Nasteski CEO QX
  • Marcello Valerio - Co-founder iF Returns
Main themes:
  • INNOVATION

13th January 2024
Online
Opening Ceremony 100 ERS

The Management of the Exhibition presents Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags in the presence of Authorities and Institutional partners.

Speakers:
  • Roberto Pellegrini Chairman Riva del Garda Fierecongressi
  • Matteo Masini - Director of the Consumer Goods Dept. ICE - Italian Trade Agency
  • Roberto Failoni - Autonomous Province of Trento
  • Cristina Santi - Mayor Municipality of Riva del Garda
  • Alessandra Albarelli - General Manager Riva del Garda Fierecongressi
  • Enrico Cietta - President Expo Riva Schuh Scientific Committee
  • Zhang Yan - Secretary General China Leather Industry Association Foreign Affairs
  • Emily Wang - Manager China Leather Industry Association

18th June 2023
Online
Startup Competition 99 ERS


Speakers:
  • Benjamin May
  • Giorgio Pagliara
  • Alberto Cisco
  • Alessio Mazzalupi
  • Francesco Pagano
  • Reem Emilia Mansour
  • Kheng Li Tan
  • Alejandro Biasiolli
  • Mark Denkler
  • Rajesh Kadam
  • Juan Perez Carpena
  • Mette Holmgaard
  • Gema Morera Garcia
  • M. Nieves Ivette Moraza
  • Massimiliano Suriano
  • Marcello Pace
  • Enrico Cietta
  • Matteo Pasca
  • William Wong
  • Alberto Mattiello

19th June 2023
Online
Innovation Village Input 3: The Future of Client Engagement

In this roundtable discussion we will explore client engagement and marketing tools that enhance the client experience and loyalty.

Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello
  • Marcello Pace
  • Rajesh Kadam
  • Francesco Pagano
  • Reem Emilia Mansour

19th June 2023
Online
Innovation Village Input 2: eCommerce: What’s Next?

In this roundtable discussion we will explore tools for your e-commerce business and topics such as sustainability, client engagement and social responsibility.

Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello
  • Massimiliano Suriano
  • Mark Denkler
  • Alberto Cisco

18th June 2023
Online
Innovation Village Input 1: Digital Transformation in Retail

In this roundtable discussion we will explore how physical and digital retail can create additional value for the final consumer.

Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello
  • Luciano Giacobini
  • Lisa Paine
  • Benjamin May
  • Giorgio Pagliara

18th June 2023
Online
Summit "Demand meets supply: challenges and opportunities on consumer trends and supply chain in the post pandemic world. Footwear industry leaders, from both demand and supply side, discuss the future of footwear sourcing"

The Summit has the scope to gather the Asian Manufacturers Associations and the international retailers Association & most important sourcing buyers to discuss together the challenges and opportunities of the post - pandemic market.  

Speakers:
  • William Wong
  • Eddy Widjanarko
  • Zhang Yan
  • Sanjay Leekha
  • Phan Thi Thanh Xuan
  • Ahmed Fawad Farooq
  • Mark Denkler
  • Juan Perez Carpena
  • Michelle Hong Chen
  • Stella Gong
  • Maria Labrador
  • Gema Morera Garcia
  • M. Nieves Ivette Moraza
  • Rosamari Gutierrez

17th June 2023
Online
Opening Ceremony 99 ERS

The Management of the Exhibition presents Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags in the presence of Authorities and Institutional partners.

Speakers:
  • Alessandra Albarelli
  • Roberto Pellegrini
  • Enrico Cietta
  • Carmen Arias Castellano
  • Roberto Luongo
  • Mario Tonina
  • Cristina Santi

16th January 2023
Online
Startup Competition 98 ERS


Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello
  • John Luck
  • Lisa Paine
  • Sacha Spencer
  • Mark Denkler
  • Chizzy Nnamchi
  • Sahil Malik
  • Harkirat Singh
  • Ellen Schmidt-Devlin
  • William Wong
  • Enrico Cietta
  • Matteo Pasca
  • Luigi Crudele
  • Fabrizio Dini
  • Sheyla Biasini
  • Enrico Mattioli
  • Riccardo Aragona
  • Veronica Crisafulli
  • Carlo Tafuri

16th January 2023
Online
Innovation Village Input: Disruptive Business Models in Footwear

We will hear from companies that are rooted in product and are shifting the B2B service landscape.

Speakers:
  • Ellen Schmidt-Devlin
  • Luca Demarchi
  • Harkirat Singh
  • Riccardo Aragona
  • Veronica Crisafulli
  • Carlo Tafuri

15th January 2023
Online
Innovation Village Input: Reinventing Operations and Reducing Impact

We will explore how technology can help small, medium and multi-national corporations to simplify logistics and create end-to-end traceability with the goal of improving processes. We will also learn how how technology can help companies to build sustainable business models.

Speakers:
  • Ellen Schmidt-Devlin
  • Luciano Giacobini
  • Massimo Brandellero
  • Sheyla Biasini
  • Enrico Mattioli

15th January 2023
Online
Innovation Village Input: Reinventing the Customer Experience

We will explore a new frontier of technology that is providing deeper levels of insights into the final consumer and is allowing companies to customize the consumer experience and create greater loyalty.  

Speakers:
  • Alberto Mattiello
  • Michele Zuccheri
  • Mark Denkler
  • Luigi Crudele
  • Fabrizio Dini

15th January 2023
Online
The future is now: the challenge of the new European regulations on sustainability and traceability

For some time sustainability and traceability were spoken of in future terms. Today the new regulations in some important European countries (Germany in particular) require us to speak in the present tense. What changes for fashion and footwear companies with the application of these new regulations? What are the requirements for companies that want to continue to be present in these markets? Through the description of how the competitive rules are changing in some large European markets, the workshop will take stock of the costs and the tools available for companies to adapt to the new requirements.

Speakers:
  • Matteo Pasca
  • Massimo Brandellero
  • Deborah Taylor
  • Manfred Junkert

14th January 2023
Online
Transparency in the fashion and footwear supply chain: what's next?

The topics of sustainability and traceability in fashion and footwear industries are always more frequently the centre of the attention of governments, companies and consumers, increasingly merging together in a logic of transparency between producer and consumer, concerning raw materials and processes used for the offered products. This requires necessarily a supply chain logic. But what should be our expectations for the near future? Which strategies are the companies planning for the next few years? Through the opinions of experts and companies in the industry, the workshop will be an opportunity to take stock of what has been done to date and what the challenges are for the next three years.

Speakers:
  • Ellen Schmidt-Devlin
  • William Wong
  • Dave Kelley
  • Elias Gröndal

14th January 2023
Online
Opening Ceremony 98 ERS

The Management of the Exhibition presents Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags in the presence of Authorities and Institutional partners.

Speakers:
  • Alessandra Albarelli
  • Roberto Pellegrini
  • Enrico Cietta
  • Cristina Santi
  • Roberto Failoni
  • Damiano Francovigh
  • Milena Del Grosso