{"id":208647,"date":"2026-02-12T10:23:48","date_gmt":"2026-02-12T09:23:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/efecomunica.efe.com\/?p=208647"},"modified":"2026-02-12T11:05:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T10:05:31","slug":"rlc-global-forum-and-hamat-celebrate-industry-leadership-at-the-2026-rlc-honors-in-riyadh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/efecomunica.efe.com\/en\/rlc-global-forum-and-hamat-celebrate-industry-leadership-at-the-2026-rlc-honors-in-riyadh\/","title":{"rendered":"RLC Global Forum and Hamat celebrate industry leadership at the 2026 RLC Honors in Riyadh"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Statement issued by the company (Announcement)<\/p>\n<div>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8pt; text-align: justify;\">Recognizing lifetime contribution and sustained leadership across the global retail and consumer ecosystem.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-bottom: 8pt; text-align: justify;\">In partnership with Hamat, advancing a shared commitment to long-term value creation and industry leadership.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>On February 3, <strong>Hamat<\/strong>, together with the <strong>RLC Global Forum<\/strong>, co-hosted the <strong>RLC Honors Gala Dinner<\/strong>, welcoming senior leaders from the global retail, luxury, and consumer ecosystem for an evening celebrating excellence, leadership, and lasting impact.<\/p>\n<p>Held on the sidelines of the 2026 RLC Global Forum, the RLC Honors recognize individuals whose careers have transformed businesses, industries, and markets over time. More than a celebration of success, the Honors reflect RLC\u2019s belief that leadership is defined by consistency, responsibility, and the ability to build relevance and resilience through periods of change.<\/p>\n<p>The 2026 RLC Honors were presented in a unique, intimate setting in Riyadh in partnership with <strong>Hamat<\/strong>, a longstanding supporter of RLC Global Forum and its community. Hamat\u2019s continued engagement underscores a shared commitment to long-term value creation and the advancement of the retail and consumer sectors.<\/p>\n<p>This year\u2019s ceremony celebrated two exceptional individuals whose influence has left a lasting mark on both global and regional retail.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Marco Bizzarri<\/strong>, former CEO of Gucci and now entrepreneur and investor, received the <strong>Lifetime Achievement Award for Excellence in Luxury Retail<\/strong>. Widely regarded as one of the most influential leaders in modern luxury, Bizzarri transformed Gucci into a global cultural force, redefining creative leadership, brand relevance, and long-term brand equity.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ingie Chalhoub<\/strong>, Founder and President of the Etoile Group, was honored with the <strong>Lifetime Achievement Award for Pioneering Women\u2019s Leadership in Retail<\/strong>. A visionary force in the Middle East\u2019s luxury retail evolution, Chalhoub has played a pivotal role in shaping the region\u2019s premium retail ecosystem while championing women\u2019s leadership and entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at the ceremony, <strong>Panos Linardos<\/strong>, Chairman of RLC Global Forum, highlighted the importance of recognizing consistency of leadership and depth of contribution over an entire career. In parallel, Hamat\u2019s leadership emphasized the importance of platforms that connect global insight with regional execution, reinforcing Saudi Arabia\u2019s growing role in shaping the next chapter of global retail.<\/p>\n<p>Together, <strong>RLC Global Forum and Hamat<\/strong>, in partnership, reaffirmed a shared purpose: to recognize leadership that lasts, foster meaningful global exchange, and contribute to a more resilient, relevant, and forward-looking retail industry.<\/p>\n<pre><strong>Contact:<\/strong>\r\nSudarshan Singh\r\nssingh@hamat.sa<\/pre>\n<p>A photo accompanying this announcement is available at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=GP2sRdA6KvOaNK13FxVwXN_nED3NUbMUQfg9AtEyWqFQxGz4v3adMH_x--66GU8AHMwIzMxI2-pMtkqbRAx8UB8gdcoid-b7ZrBjMyocfhw_jELewHkqaGVJ0GD7Pa7i-mhQVBezW1AFiEN02ScFQRP3A8tkRulUBvH0rAltZXA5BrYyurkWwi-jsp9jATK4RM14X9P2aZkqxd2BMmDABTDQTpjMxhWVVtZ1zZQWaSwLPUu9ywKFvsDcoKcQMPgyNyCjhvrheb4eefJ4dZw0eg==\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/NewsRoom\/AttachmentNg\/58c15ee5-2a6a-47b1-b6ba-3adbc9ba299f<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>AGENCIA EFE S.A.U.,S.M.E. shall not be liable for any information contained in this message and assumes no responsibility towards third parties in relation to its contents, being expressly exempt from any liability that the author may have in relation to the information in question. 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