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NRF Foundation early professionals programs help retailers invest in early talent, building their skills, networks and careers, connecting early professionals with their peers and with retail experts to help them reach their full potential.
Keep scrolling to discover the people, programs and opportunities shaping today’s retail careers.
NRF Foundation's Emerging Retail Leaders training helps retailers invest in their early talent, building their skills, networks and careers. This invitation-only event connects early professionals with their peers and with retail experts to help your Emerging Retail Leaders reach their full potential.
NRF Foundation Emerging Retail Leaders will take place at the Eaton DC hotel in Washington, D.C., Wednesday, Sept. 9 – Friday, Sept. 11, 2026.
Our NRF Foundation Store Leader Spotlight recognizes the contributions and shares the stories of store leaders who exemplify brand values, develop their teams, invest in their communities and drive success.
We’d love to showcase your amazing store leaders at the NRF Foundation Honors. Nominate one of your store leaders today.
Hear directly from associates at some of retail's biggest companies and learn how they found the jobs that've become their careers.
We’ve developed a series of industry spotlights that highlight real-world concepts in retail.
Learn from some of retail’s biggest companies and explore how our curriculum connects to everyday work.
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NRF Foundation Retail Training can kick start your career, providing the skills necessary to succeed on day one. These companies offer our credential earners the opportunity to thrive. Explore the career paths and opportunities at retail's biggest companies.
NRF Foundation Retail Recruiter Chats connect you with retail recruiters sharing their stories, insights, and what they’ve learned in their careers. All Recruiter Chats and Virtual Events are free and open to all college students and recent graduates.
