TradeBeyond opens registration for global sourcing summit in Hong Kong

TradeBeyond has opened registration for its 16th Annual Global Sourcing Summit, set for Nov. 11 in Hong Kong and focused on how retailers, brands and importers can move from resilience to growth. The invitation-only event will center on sourcing strategy, regulatory risk, digital product passports, AI and supply chain digitization.

Why it matters: - TradeBeyond’s flagship summit will gather sourcing and supply chain leaders as companies reassess how to grow while managing volatility, compliance pressure and visibility across global networks. - The event is aimed at senior executives from retailers, brands and importers, making it a targeted forum for decision-makers shaping sourcing strategy.

What happened: - TradeBeyond opened registration for the 16th Annual Global Sourcing Summit on Oct. 16, 2026. - The summit is scheduled for Nov. 11, 2026, at the Cordis Hotel in Kowloon, Hong Kong. - The event theme is “Global Sourcing Transformation: From Resilience to Growth.” - Registration requests are available through TradeBeyond’s summit registration page.

The details: - The invitation-only summit will bring together senior executives from retailers, brands and importers for industry insights, executive discussions and networking. - TradeBeyond said the summit is its flagship industry event and is now in its 16th year. - Confirmed speakers include leaders from Carrefour Global Sourcing, Oakley Apparel, 511, Centric Brands, NEXT Sourcing, KPMG, Otto International and H&M Group. - Confirmed speakers include Rene Lei, Adrien Charrier, Xavier Laforge, Vivian Lee, Marc Compagnon, Michelle Robinson, Anson Bailey, Sven Jasper and Lamberto Tarin. - The agenda will cover the state of global sourcing, emerging markets, extended supply chain digitization, sourcing strategy, regulatory risk, digital product passports, artificial intelligence and supply chain innovation. - The program will also include fireside chats, case studies and networking opportunities. - The event is open only to qualified retailers, brands and importers, and registration applications are subject to approval.

Between the lines: - TradeBeyond is positioning the summit around a shift from defensive supply chain management to growth-oriented sourcing strategy. - The topic list points to where industry pressure is building most: compliance, digitization, transparency and technology-enabled visibility. - The speaker lineup suggests TradeBeyond is using the event to convene both retail operators and outside advisors around sourcing transformation.

What's next: - TradeBeyond will review registration requests before approving attendance. - The summit will take place on Nov. 11, 2026, in Hong Kong. - TradeBeyond expects executives to use the event to compare sourcing strategies and discuss the next phase of supply chain transformation.