Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA)

Retail Law Conference

A premier gathering of retail legal leaders exploring emerging legal, regulatory, and compliance challenges shaping the retail industry.

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IEEPA Tariffs: What Retailers Need to Know

Explore RILA resources explaining tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and what recent developments mean for retail supply chains and global trade.

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LINK: The Retail Supply Chain Conference

Join the industry’s most influential supply chain executives for three days of high-impact networking, curated 1:1 meetings, and strategies shaping the future of retail operations.

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USPS Fuel Surcharge Could Raise Retail Shipping Costs

The proposed fuel surcharge would mark a first for the Postal Service, with ripple effects across retail shipping costs, pricing strategies, and congressional oversight.

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OUR FOCUS

Advancing Leadership & Policy Across the Retail Industry

The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) is the U.S. trade association for leading retailers. RILA convenes retail executives, advocates for policies that strengthen free markets and competition, and connects industry leaders through conferences, councils, and research that advance the retail industry.

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Finance Leaders Council

Chief accounting officers, treasurers and/or controllers discuss positions on issues relating to financial reporting and procedures.

Internal Audit Committee

Chief audit executives collaborate on internal audit challenges, emerging risks, and best practices for strengthening governance and internal controls.

Payments Committee

Retail legal, privacy, and payments leaders collaborate on emerging payment technologies, fraud prevention, and regulatory developments affecting retail payment systems.

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Retail Law Conference

Retail’s premier gathering of legal leaders, bringing together chief legal officers, general counsel, and law firm partners to address the most pressing legal issues in retail.

Retail Litigation Center

The Retail Litigation Center is a membership-based association representing the retail industry in the courts through coordinated litigation defense, appellate advocacy, and peer collaboration.

Chief Legal Officer Committee

Chief legal officers collaborate on regulatory developments, legal strategy, and emerging legal challenges affecting the retail industry.

Compliance & Ethics Council

Chief compliance & ethics officers collaborate on regulatory requirements, corporate compliance strategies, and risk management practices affecting retail operations.

Consumer Products Committee

Retail product safety, compliance, and regulatory leaders collaborate on product standards, safety regulations, and emerging compliance challenges.

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Monday Morning Policy Insights

Start your Monday in the know and be prepared for the week ahead in Washington. On Monday morning, the RILA government affairs team delivers a snapshot of the politics and policies colliding to shape the landscape for leading retailers. Members get updates, insight, and analysis on legislation, regulation, and the politics driving lawmakers.

Retail Works for All of Us

Through the Retail Works for All of Us framework, RILA advances public policy solutions that strengthen communities, support workers, protect consumers, and promote economic growth across the retail industry.

Communications Committee

Senior communications leaders from retail member companies collaborate on strategic messaging, public affairs communications, and best practices for engaging stakeholders and shaping the industry narrative.

Finance Leaders Council

Chief accounting officers, treasurers and/or controllers discuss positions on issues relating to financial reporting and procedures.

Government Affairs Committee

Senior government relations executives from retail member companies shape RILA's public policy agenda and advocacy efforts at the federal level.

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LINK: The Retail Supply Chain Conference

LINK: The Retail Supply Chain Conference brings together senior supply chain leaders from the world’s leading retailers to address the challenges and opportunities shaping modern retail operations. Through strategic conversations, peer collaboration, and industry insights, LINK connects the people and ideas moving retail supply chains forward.

IEEPA Tariffs & Retail Supply Chain Resources

RILA’s expert analysis of the IEEPA tariff ruling, with insights on trade policy, supply chain disruption, and the implications for retailers, pricing, and global sourcing strategies.

Chief Store Officers Council

A leadership forum for senior retail executives responsible for store operations to share insights and address the evolving challenges of running retail’s front lines.

Distribution Committee

Retail distribution leaders collaborate on warehouse operations, fulfillment strategies, and innovations in distribution network management.

International Trade and Customs Committee

Trade and import compliance experts collaborate on global trade policy, tariffs, and customs regulations affecting retail supply chains.

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Environment & Waste Compliance Committee

Retail compliance professionals collaborate on environmental regulations, waste management practices, and strategies for meeting evolving sustainability requirements.

Responsible Sourcing Committee

Retail leaders collaborate on ethical sourcing, supply chain transparency, and responsible labor practices across global supplier networks.

Sustainability Committee

Retail sustainability and ESG executives collaborate on environmental strategy, emissions reduction, circular economy initiatives, and responsible resource management to improve retail operations and product lifecycles.

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Chief Information Officer Leaders Council

A leadership community for senior retail technology executives to collaborate on digital transformation, enterprise technology strategy, and the innovations shaping modern retail.

Privacy Leaders Council

Chief privacy officers and legal leaders collaborate on evolving privacy regulations, data governance, and best practices for protecting consumer information.

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Retail Labor and Employment Committee

Labor and HR executives collaborate on the employment and labor issues impacting retail, sharing insights and helping shape policy conversations that affect the industry.

Retail Talent & Culture Committee

The Retail Talent and Culture Committee is a committee designed to foster deeper collaboration and address evolving challenges and opportunities across talent, organizational culture, community impact, and workforce development.

Talent Leadership Council

Comprised of senior human resources executives from leading retailers, the Talent Leadership Council focuses on long-term workforce trends and strategic leadership. Members help shape the future of retail employment through research, insight sharing, and policy engagement.

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THE VOICE OF RETAIL LEADERS

Representing the Retail Leaders Driving the Global Economy

Our aim is bold but simple: to elevate a dynamic industry by transforming the environment in which retailers operate.

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Upcoming Events
Where Retail Leaders Connect

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Internal Audit Committee Meeting

May 4, 2026 |

Washington, D.C.

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Sustainability Committee Meeting

May 13, 2026 |

Bolingbrook, IL

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Retail Talent & Culture Committee Meeting

May 27, 2026 |

Richfield, MN

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ESG Executive Committee Meeting

Jun 2, 2026 |

Washington, DC

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Take it from our Members

“Retail is facing genuine challenges. RILA brings together the leaders of the nation's top retailers who are focused on finding solutions. Together, we are working to strengthen our businesses, support our workforce, and better serve our customers.”

Phil Daniele

Chair, RILA – President and CEO - AutoZone

Our Centers

Strategic initiatives advancing retail leadership

Through the Retail Litigation Center, Retail Compliance Center, and Retail Communities Foundation, RILA advances compliance, legal advocacy, and community impact across the retail industry.

Retail Litigation Center

The Retail Litigation Center is a membership-based association representing the retail industry in the courts through coordinated litigation defense, appellate advocacy, and peer collaboration.

Retail Litigation Center

Retail Compliance Center

A central hub for state-by-state compliance matrices, regulatory issues, fact sheets, and peer committees addressing retail regulatory and compliance topics.

Retail Compliance Center

RILA Communities Foundation

The RILA Communities Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to strengthening retail communities through public-private collaboration, education, and initiatives that address retail crime, support public safety, and promote vibrant local economies.

RILA Communities Foundation

News & Insights
Retail Insights & Industry News

Press Release

Michael Levine Joins RILA as Vice President & Assistant General Counsel

04/22/2026

Blog Post

CBP Launches CAPE Portal for Tariff Refund Claims

04/20/2026

Blog Post

Pro-Growth Tax Policy and What It Means for Retailers

04/14/2026

Blog Post

Why the Top 10% of Offenders Drive Most Retail Crime Loss

04/13/2026

Press Release

RLC Supports Illinois Interchange Fee Ban on Taxes and Tips

04/10/2026

Blog Post

Court Clarifies Consumer Injury Standards for Retail Pricing Claims

04/02/2026

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Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA)

Retail Law Conference

IEEPA Tariffs: What Retailers Need to Know

LINK: The Retail Supply Chain Conference

USPS Fuel Surcharge Could Raise Retail Shipping Costs

Advancing Leadership & Policy Across the Retail Industry

Retail Asset Protection Conference

Vibrant Communities Initiative

Asset Protection Advisory Board

Asset Protection Leaders Council

Chief Store Officers Council

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Finance Leaders Council

Internal Audit Committee

Payments Committee

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Retail Law Conference

Retail Litigation Center

Chief Legal Officer Committee

Compliance & Ethics Council

Consumer Products Committee

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Monday Morning Policy Insights

Retail Works for All of Us

Communications Committee

Finance Leaders Council

Government Affairs Committee

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LINK: The Retail Supply Chain Conference

IEEPA Tariffs & Retail Supply Chain Resources

Chief Store Officers Council

Distribution Committee

International Trade and Customs Committee

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Environment & Waste Compliance Committee

Responsible Sourcing Committee

Sustainability Committee

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Chief Information Officer Leaders Council

Privacy Leaders Council

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Retail Labor and Employment Committee

Retail Talent & Culture Committee

Talent Leadership Council

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Representing the Retail Leaders Driving the Global Economy

Where Retail Leaders Connect

Internal Audit Committee Meeting

Sustainability Committee Meeting

Retail Talent & Culture Committee Meeting

ESG Executive Committee Meeting

Strategic initiatives advancing retail leadership

The Retail Litigation Center is a membership-based association representing the retail industry in the courts through coordinated litigation defense, appellate advocacy, and peer collaboration.

A central hub for state-by-state compliance matrices, regulatory issues, fact sheets, and peer committees addressing retail regulatory and compliance topics.

The RILA Communities Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to strengthening retail communities through public-private collaboration, education, and initiatives that address retail crime, support public safety, and promote vibrant local economies.

Retail Insights & Industry News

Michael Levine Joins RILA as Vice President & Assistant General Counsel

CBP Launches CAPE Portal for Tariff Refund Claims

Pro-Growth Tax Policy and What It Means for Retailers

Why the Top 10% of Offenders Drive Most Retail Crime Loss

RLC Supports Illinois Interchange Fee Ban on Taxes and Tips

Court Clarifies Consumer Injury Standards for Retail Pricing Claims

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