Daymond John Announced as Guest Speaker at Inaugural WiresConnect Conference Hosted by The Wires, Parent Company of Retail Technology Platforms FashWire, GlossWire and PawWire
Hosted at the Public Hotel in New York City on June 25, 2025, sessions at WiresConnect will focus on the impact of artificial intelligence, the future of consumerism, recommerce, brand loyalty, supply chain evolution, and more. Attendees will have the opportunity to network, engage in a live question and answer session with leaders shaping AI in commerce, and the day will wrap up with an evening cocktail hour.
'WiresConnect is not just a conference; it is an ecosystem where brands, retailers, investors, tech innovators, and other industry influencers come together to envision and shape the future of retail,' said The Wires CEO Kimberly Carney. 'Having attended hundreds of industry events over the years, our team has carefully curated the best experiences and activations into one comprehensive event that delivers value for everyone involved.'
"WiresConnect is bringing together the leading minds in retail and consumer goods, creating the momentum to shape the future of business,' said Daymond John, Founder & CEO of FUBU and Star of ABC's Shark Tank. 'I am excited to be part of a community that is pushing boundaries, where innovation meets opportunity, and ideas turn into action.'
Deborah Weinswig, CEO and founder of Coresight Research, the leading market research firm for retail and retail technology, will be hosting the fireside chat session with Daymond John. She said, 'There has never been a more critical time for brands and retailers to be engaging with their community and building relationships throughout their networks. This is a pivotal time for the industry economically, brands and retailers are at technological junctures, and events like WiresConnect are critical opportunities for learning, growth, and laying the pathway for future success.'
For more information about sponsorship opportunities available at WiresConnect, email info@wiresconnect.com. Brands, retailers, investors, and other industry influencers interested in attending WiresConnect can learn more by visiting https://thewires.com/pages/wiresconnect or following @WiresConnect and searching #WiresConnect on social media platforms.
About The Wires
The Wires is a multi-vertical B2B2C technology company operating three dynamic platforms: FashWire, GlossWire, and PawWire. Each platform is designed to revolutionize how fashion, beauty, and pet care brands connect with consumers by delivering an immersive, real-time digital experience. The Wires interactive marketplaces follow a two-sided model that empowers consumers to discover and shop a curated selection of global brands while simultaneously empowering those brands with real-time insights and actionable feedback. By leveraging advanced analytics and AI-driven engagement tools, The Wires helps brands strengthen consumer relationships, make data-informed decisions, and optimize everything from product development to merchandising strategies. Through this powerful fusion of technology and consumer behavior, The Wires is not only enhancing the way people shop but also transforming how brands grow, adapt, and compete in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape. To learn more about The Wires, visit www.thewires.com. To learn more about FashWire, visit www.fashwire.com or download the app on the App Store or Google Play Store. To learn more about GlossWire, visit www.glosswire.com or download the app on the App Store or Google Play Store. To learn more about PawWire, visit www.pawwire.com, or download the app on the App Store or Google Play.
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