2025 Keynote Replays

Relive the excitement, access all Elevate 2025 keynotes below -- plus exclusive interviews with theCUBE.

Why the Next Decade Belongs to Businesses That Challenge the Status Quo

Commerce isn't just about transactions — it's about connection. In this opening keynote, commercetools CEO Andrew Burton challenges conventional thinking on loyalty, customer experience, and platform design. He'll share why emotional connection (not just conversion) is the future of commerce, and how businesses can embrace agentic systems that are open, intelligent, and built for customer choice.

From monolithic to composable to agentic, Andrew outlines the next chapter for enterprise commerce and why brands that prioritize relevance, trust, and adaptability will own it.

Commerce Rewired: AI, Autonomy, and the Next Era

We're entering a new era —one where shopping agents, not humans, may soon drive over 30% of digital commerce. In this joint keynote, commercetools founder Dirk Hoerig and Chief Product Officer Shiri Mosenzon Erez explore what it means to build for an AI-powered future.

Together, they'll walk through the rapid adoption curve of new technologies, why agentic commerce is the next major shift, and how businesses can prepare to “AI-proof” their operations. With bold predictions, live product moments, and a special guest expert, this session unpacks the path from experimentation to execution — and what the next two years will demand from modern commerce leaders.

The Future of Retail - Intelligent, Personalized, and Agentic with Google Cloud

The future of retail is intelligent, deeply personalized, and increasingly agentic. Join this keynote session to learn more about how Google Cloud and commercetools are partnering to empower retailers to unlock the "Art of the Possible" by leveraging cutting-edge AI solutions.

Gain valuable insights that transformed every aspect of the customer journey and retail operations, from seamless product discovery to hyper-personalized shopping experiences and the emergence of Agentic Commerce.

Digital Evolution: Commerce Transformations at Sephora and Petsmart

Hear from leaders at Petsmart and Sephora—two of commercetools' largest and longest-standing customers—as they share insights into their groundbreaking digital transformations. Discover how these iconic brands leverage cutting-edge technology to create unparalleled customer experiences, streamline global operations, and set benchmarks for innovation in modern commerce.

Screwfix's Digital Evolution: Driving Growth Through Technology

Join Nick Burton, CIO of Screwfix, as he discusses the company's rapid expansion to over 900 UK stores. Learn how innovative technology solutions and a customer-centric approach have propelled Screwfix's growth strategy, setting new standards in the retail industry.

2nd Renaissance: Unleashing Human Creativity Through AI Empowerment

Join futurist Anders Sörman-Nilsson as he explores how AI is reshaping creativity and innovation in a post-pandemic world. Discover how this new era— a Second Renaissance—fuses human imagination with machine intelligence to unlock profound potential and meaningful impact.

L.L.Bean's Digital Transformation: Merging Tradition with Innovation

Explore L.L.Bean's journey in modernizing its e-commerce architecture through a partnership with commercetools, and the best practices behind the successful migration. Learn how this iconic retailer balances its rich heritage with cutting-edge technology to meet evolving customer demands and drive future growth.

The 10 Trends Defining the Next Decade of Digital Commerce

If Day One was about why connection is the future of commerce, Day Two is about how to build for it. In this joint keynote, commercetools Cofounder Dirk Hoerig and Chief Product Officer Shiri Mosenzon Erez unpack 10 critical trends transforming the commerce landscape — from cost-saving integrations and AI-generated products to hyper-personalization, subscription models, and agentic commerce.

With bold insights, real customer stories, and a clear look at how commercetools is helping businesses adapt, this session connects what's happening in the market with what's possible through modern architecture. For every leader wondering what to do after disrupting the status quo — this is your roadmap.

AI in Action: Transforming Retail and B2B Commerce

Join IDC's Heather Hershey as she explores practical applications of artificial intelligence in digital commerce for retailers and B2B organizations, including manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors. Discover how AI enhances customer experiences, streamlines operations, and drives growth across diverse sectors.

Accelerating Commerce: Rapid Implementations at Scheels and LabelVie

Join a panel discussion with leaders from Scheels and LabelVie as they share insights into their swift digital transformations. Learn how these organizations leveraged composable commerce solutions to expedite implementation timelines, enhance customer experiences, and drive business growth.

Harnessing Best-of-Breed Strategies in Composable Commerce for Seamless Customer Experiences

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, leading brands are embracing a best-of-breed approach within composable commerce architectures to stay ahead of customer expectations.

By strategically integrating specialized solutions—ranging from personalized search and AI-driven recommendations to flexible checkout and order management systems—these brands are achieving unparalleled agility and innovation. This panel brings together industry leaders to explore how a modular approach empowers businesses to deliver seamless and consistent customer experiences across all touchpoints, channels, and markets.

Beyond Transactions: How Liverpool is Redefining Customer Experience in Mexican Retail

In Mexico's competitive retail landscape—where Amazon, Mercado Libre, and Walmart set high expectations for speed and convenience—Liverpool is differentiating itself by doubling down on what truly matters: a seamless, customer-centric experience.

With its deep-rooted presence in Mexican life, Liverpool is transforming from a traditional department store into a unified commerce powerhouse. Customers want the best of both worlds—trying on a jacket in-store but purchasing it online, reserving products for pickup in under two hours, or shopping across brands in a single, integrated marketplace.

This keynote will take you inside Liverpool's bold transformation—how it's redefining fulfillment, integrating digital and physical experiences, and ensuring customers get what they want, when and how they want it.

How Pet Valu's eCommerce & Engineering Teams Transformed Omnichannel Retail

Learn how Pet Valu, Canada's leading pet retailer, partnered with commercetools to modernize its digital platform. Discover how their composable commerce approach has enhanced scalability, improved customer engagement, and supported growth across over 800 locations and digital channels.

Transforming Eye Care Commerce: Inside Bausch + Lomb's Digital Shift

Explore how Bausch + Lomb is reshaping the ECP landscape with Opal, its innovative eCommerce marketplace. This conversation dives into the strategy behind launching a new digital channel, how first-party data is powering smarter marketing, and the impact on both providers and patients. Get actionable insights and key lessons from a bold digital transformation in healthcare.

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