Center for Retail Innovation and Strategy Excellence (RISE)
Dallas-Fort Worth is home to dozens of national and global consumer brands and enterprise retailers. The Center for Retail Innovation and Strategy Excellence (RISE) is a global educational leader in innovation through technological knowledge and strategy for the retail industry. We represent the “STEM side of Retail. ™”
RISE partners with current and former retail industry leaders for collaborative research, education and practice initiatives. RISE also serves as a hub for DFW’s regional retail industry as well as for Jindal School faculty and students through its facilitation of industry-funded research projects, retail-related research, lecture series, capstone projects, case study competitions and internships.
Preparation for
Students
RISE partners are invited to engage with top students who are honing their skills through capstone projects, competitions and events, allowing your organization to meet and evaluate top candidates.
Partnerships with
Corporations
ISE Partners can work alongside other thought leaders by appointing a representative to the RISE Advisory Board. The board participates in panel discussions, roundtables and networking at Center events. RISE Partners also receive brand recognition on the website and other marketing collateral.
Retail Process
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RISE Partners will further the development of the retail industry by participation in RISE Center research initiatives, retail industry challenges and global outreach efforts.
The National Retail Federation (NRF) at UTD
The National Retail Federation (NRF), the world’s largest retail trade association, has added the UT Dallas chapter to its roster of more than 100 university student associations, which number more than 6,500 students.
The NRF Foundation provides skills and resources to students for a life-changing career around the world. The NRF Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) that connects people to an industry that’s a great place to start and a great place to grow. The organization is home to an award-winning training and credentialling program providing skills that help people land jobs and get promoted.
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