Conference sessions will explore how AI, sustainability, social commerce, and emerging innovations are redefining the fashion, beauty, and retail ecosystem
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Following a resounding success for its first conference, WiresConnect announces its second conference, taking place December 10, 2025, at the Virgin Hotel in New York City. Founded by Kimberly Carney, CEO & Founder of The Wires, WiresConnect is an exclusive, invite-only gathering of visionary designers, entrepreneurs, creatives, and industry leaders shaping the future of fashion and beauty. The conference agenda includes curated panels, high-impact networking, and showcases that spark meaningful conversations and collaboration.
During the daylong event, brand partners, thought leaders, investors, and attendees will explore timely topics such as sustainability, digital innovation, inclusivity, and the evolving relationship between style, self-expression, and technology. Investors will also share insights into what they are looking for in the next wave of retail tech. Selected brands will have the opportunity to go head-to-head in the WiresConnect Pitch Competition, presenting their business plans to an elite panel of investors, industry influencers, and technology leaders.
The keynote address will be delivered by retail visionary Deborah Weinswig, CEO of Coresight Research, the leading research and advisory firm specializing in retail and technology. “Brands and retailers alike are making critical decisions today about how to incorporate technologies like artificial intelligence into their operations. We are on the cusp of a retail technological revolution and the insights and experiences the incredible line-up of speakers at WiresConnect will be sharing with attendees will be invaluable to their future success.”
Kimberly Carney, founder of WiresConnect, will close the sessions for the day with a much-anticipated fireside chat with FUBU CEO and ABC’s Shark Tank Star, Daymond John.
“I am excited to welcome back another amazing lineup of speakers to our second WiresConnect conference,” said Carney. “AI is redefining every corner of the retail ecosystem, and my goal is to give brands, retailers, and founders the insight and the access they need to stay ahead. Bringing together visionaries like Deborah Weinswig and Daymond John signals just how pivotal this moment is for our industry.”
The full conference agenda includes the following sessions:
- AI Power Plays: The Innovations That Will Reshape Fashion in 2026 and Beyond, moderated by Chiun-Kai Shih, CKS Creative Management.
- Fireside Chat: Kimberly Carney, Founder of WiresConnect & CEO of The Wires, in Conversation with Kristin Savilia, CEO of JOOR.
- The New Age of AI-Driven Commerce: Rewriting Discovery, Engagement & Customer Connection, moderated by Kimberly Morgan, The Fashion Tech Exec.
- The Future of Beauty: Technology, AI and the Era of Hyper-Personalization, moderated by John Cafarelli, BeautyMatter.
- The Future Is Conscious: Sustainability Meets Innovation, moderated by Kerry Bannigan, PVBLIC Foundation.
- Leading with Intelligence: AI’s Impact on the Future of Hiring, moderated by Dani Monaghan, Expedia Group.
- Investing in the Next Wave of Retail Tech: AI, Data and Connected Commerce, moderated by Dominick Miserandino, Retail Tech Media Nexus.
- Add to Cart: The New Power of Social Commerce, moderated by Casey Golden, Luxlock and CI&T.
- Fireside Chat: Kimberly Carney, CEO of The Wires, with Daymond John, FUBU CEO and ABC’s Shark Tank star.
For more information on WiresConnect and to get updates on future events, visit https://wiresconnect.com, follow @WiresConnect, and search #WiresConnect on social media platforms. Any brands, retailers, technology providers, or creatives interested in attending or learning more about WiresConnect can contact [email protected].
About WiresConnect
WiresConnect is a conference and collaboration platform that unites brands, retailers, influencers, and industry leaders through education, discovery, and meaningful connection. Designed for brands to showcase their products, innovations, and perspectives, WiresConnect creates an environment where participants learn from thought-leadership sessions and engage directly with key partners. By blending purposeful networking with rich educational content, WiresConnect is redefining how modern businesses connect, communicate, and grow in a digital-first world. To learn more about WiresConnect, visit https://wiresconnect.com.
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