The Reverse Logistics industry stands at a defining moment.
August 6, 2026 | Bellagio, Las Vegas
The Reverse Logistics industry stands at a defining moment.
Technology is accelerating. Consumer expectations are evolving. Artificial intelligence is reshaping business models. Sustainability demands are increasing.
The pace of change has never been faster, and the opportunities have never been greater.
The GRLA Founders Summit brings together a select group of the industry's most influential leaders, innovators, and decision-makers to discuss what comes next.
This is not a conference. It is not a series of presentations.
It is a working session designed to explore the future of Reverse Logistics, identify the challenges and opportunities that will define the next decade, and determine how the Global Reverse Logistics Alliance can best support the organizations and professionals driving the industry forward.
Together, we will examine emerging trends, evaluate critical industry needs, and establish priorities that create meaningful value for our members, our companies, and the broader Reverse Logistics ecosystem.
The conversations held in this room will help shape the direction of GRLA and influence the future of an industry that touches every major retailer, manufacturer, marketplace, and consumer in the world.
We appreciate your leadership, your expertise, and your willingness to help build what comes next.
Welcome to the GRLA Founders Summit.
The future of Reverse Logistics will not be determined by those watching from the sidelines. It will be shaped by those willing to lead.
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:00 – 8:45 AM | Networking Breakfast & Registration |
| 8:45 – 9:05 AM |
Welcome & State of the Industry
Opening remarks, industry inflection point, GRLA vision, objectives for the day |
| 9:05 – 9:50 AM |
The Future of Reverse Logistics: Executive Roundtable
Industry opportunities, challenges, disruption, and emerging priorities |
| 9:50 – 10:00 AM | Break |
| 10:00 – 10:50 AM |
Strategic Pillars Discussion
Technology & AI • Value Recovery • Material Sustainability • Standards • Workforce Development |
| 10:50 – 11:35 AM | Networking Lunch |
| 11:35 AM – 12:50 PM |
The Future Workforce in an AI-Driven Industry
Skills, automation, workforce transformation, training needs, and the role of GRLA |
| 12:50 – 1:00 PM | Break |
| 1:00 – 2:00 PM |
Breakout Working Groups
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| 2:00 – 2:30 PM |
Working Group Report-Outs
Key findings, recommendations, and proposed initiatives |
| 2:30 – 3:00 PM |
Building the GRLA Roadmap
Priority initiatives, strategic direction, and goals leading into RL Expo |
| 3:00 – 3:30 PM |
Launching GRLA Initiatives & Closing Session
Establish working groups, identify leaders, define next steps, closing remarks |
Align industry leaders around the GRLA mission and vision
Identify the most significant opportunities and challenges facing reverse logistics
Establish priority initiatives for Technology & AI, Value Recovery, Workforce Development, Sustainability, and Standards
Create working groups and leadership ownership for ongoing collaboration
Develop the foundation of the GRLA strategic roadmap leading into RL Expo
August 6, 2026 | Bellagio, Las Vegas
August 6, 2026 | Bellagio, Las Vegas
The future of Reverse Logistics will not be determined by those watching from the sidelines. It will be shaped by those willing to lead.
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