Vendors in Partnership Presents:
The VIP Awards
Friday, January 9, 2026. Gotham Hall, NYC
New Speaker Announcement!
Find out who our 2026 VIP Awards Keynote Speakers are, and why they are experts in the value of partnerships.
Not your grandmother's award show
The VIP Awards aren't about stuffy speeches or checking a box. They're about celebrating the people, your friends, and shaping retail with the heart of partnership
We're different. We're bold, fun, and create the kind of experience you want to be part of. The night, the warmth, the reunion that everyone wants in on.
Event Schedule
Join us for a magical evening of cocktails, networking, fabulous attire, winners, and awards!
NYC VIP: Jan 9, 2026
- 06:00 Arrival & Cocktail Reception
- 07:00 Award Ceremony Commences
- 08:00 Dinner & Keynote Address
- 08:45 Award Ceremony Continues
- 10:00 Awards Evening Concludes
EMCEE
Billy May
Billy is the CEO of Brooklinen, committed to delivering high-quality, affordable home essentials. With extensive retail experience, he has held leadership roles at J. Crew Group, Sur La Table, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Adidas Group, where he helped drive business transformations and brand growth. At J. Crew, he played a key role in steering the company through a successful Chapter 11 restructuring, and at Sur La Table, he revitalized the brand and executed a successful refinancing effort. His commitment to the digital retail space is evident in his seven-year tenure as Vice Chair and Board Member of Shop.org. With a passion for innovation and leadership, Billy continues to make a lasting impact on the retail industry.
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