JUNE 10 - 11, COPENHAGEN
Struggling to connect with Gen Z? Empower 2026 brings together industry experts and young voices in the same room. Over two dynamic days, we'll explore bold ideas and the future of work.
Join and explore how to champion Gen Z, lead with a future-ready mindset, and harness the power of AI.
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We are looking forward to welcoming you to Empower26
Bonjour from Paris👋
We are looking forward to welcoming you to Empower on June 10–11.
We can't wait to share two inspiring days, where perspectives and mindsets from industry leaders come together, all to help you empower your frontline and lead with the tools of AI.
You don't want to miss this ⚡


Throwback to when we gave Gen Z the spotlight
Throwback to when we gave Gen Z the spotlight ⚡️
Last year at Empower, we sat down and listened. We asked the hard questions about who Gen Z really is, what drives them, and what their expectations are to a leader and a workplace.
But understanding is just the start.
This year, we're here to empower Gen Z, and explore how the power of AI can turn insights into action.
Because knowing your people is one thing. Empowering them with the right tools? That's where the real impact happens.

Relesys Team's Expectations for Empower 2026
Say hi to Sidsel and Rune, two of our Client Success Managers here at Relesys👋
One has been a part of Empower before. One is stepping into the room for the very first time. Two people. Two perspectives.
Empower 2026 isn't just an event, it's a movement.
Two days packed with bold ideas, real conversations, and the kind of energy that can changes how you lead your frontline. Expect talks from leaders who've done it. Be a part of inspirational tracks you can choose, based on what matters to your business, and hear honest conversations about how AI is reshaping the way frontline teams communicate, train, and perform.
This is the room you want to be in ⚡

Recap of Empower25
Last year, we brought retail and hospitality leaders together for two days at Empower.
C-level executives tackled real workplace dilemmas on stage. Gen Z frontliners took the mic and said what most organisations aren't ready to hear. Experts uncovered Gen Z's job expectations, how to guide, motivate and learn from them.
Honest conversations across generations and job titles – all in the pursuit of understanding Gen Z.
Now we take it further.Empower 2026 is about what comes next: how to turn that understanding into a frontline culture where the next generation stays, performs and grows. Expect inspiring keynotes, sharp panel discussions and perspectives that reflect the realities of today's workforce.
Product Roadmap Introduction
Curious to know the future? 🔍
Explore our Product Roadmap and get a transparent view of what we’re building next, and how we’re shaping the future, together.
Navigate through upcoming features, improvements, and long‑term initiatives, all designed to empower your workforce, and create smoother operations across your industry.
At EMPOWER 2026, on June 10th, our talented Product Team will be on the stage, once again, and give you a deep insight into the Relesys product.
Empower your workforce. Empower Gen Z.


Introducing our first speaker at EMPOWER 2026
When it comes to building winning teams, few know it better than Peter Bredsdorff-Larsen.
As a former professional handball coach and HR specialist, Peter won the European Championship with the Danish national team twice, claimed the Danish Championship with both AaB and BSH Handball, and made history by leading the Faroe Islands to their first-ever European Championship.
But his biggest wins weren't just on the scoreboard. Peter has always believed that true performance comes from culture – from embracing individual differences, creating a sense of belonging, and making every single person feel like they have a place on the podium.
At Empower 2026, Peter will bring that philosophy to the frontline. His talk will explore how leaders can empower Gen Z by celebrating what makes each person unique, using those differences as strengths, and building the kind of team-culture where everyone wins.
After Peter's talk, you can dive deeper in three inspirational tracks:
👀 Track 1: Academy – Certifications and training
Use training to spot talent and certifications to acknowledge them.
🤝 Track 2: KPI
How do we know if our efforts are making a difference and how can integrations be a tool?
🎯 Track 3: Gamification
Helping each other grow and making it fun.
Join us June 10–11 at Relesys HQ, Copenhagen

Empowering Gen Z
We’re getting ready to bring people together, share ideas, and create the kind of energy that inspires real action – all with one goal in mind: empowering Gen Z at #Empower26.
Expect deep‑dive talks, practical panels, and dedicated tracks that match your interests and your organisation’s frontline priorities.
Whether you join to learn, to connect, or to spark something new, there’s plenty waiting for you.
We can’t wait to show you what’s coming.






At EMPOWER 2026 you'll meet leaders facing similar challenges, get expert insights, and hear Gen Z perspectives that will help you turn your youngest employees into high-performing champions, driving sales and memorable customer experiences.
Join us for two fast-paced days, discover new tools, new thinking, and new ways to motivate and engage Gen Z through gamification and AI.
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PeterBredsdorff-Larsen is a former Professional Handball coach and HR-specialist.
In his career he won the European championship with the Danish national team twice as an assistant coach, the Danish championship twice with both AaB and BSHHandball and brought the Faroe Islands to the first ever Europeanchampionship.
Peter has always had a very inclusive and acknowledging approach and culture driven philosophy towards performance and success.
His angle on the topic of empowering Gen-Z will be the importance of accepting the individual differences, how it can be used as strengths that will help benefit the team and build culture.
Creating a sense of belonging and having a strong culture is not only a requirement fromGen-Z but also a key element of having a strong basis for performance and“winning”, Peter will tie the knot with how big of an impact the team has on success



Maybe you know Poul from our Gen Z webinar back in June? If not, Poul Cullura, is the CEO and champion of Gen Z!
As a recognized keynote speaker, store owner and mentor, Poul as more than 35 years of experience as a detail-leader.
Through his knowledge-sharing and innovative approach to team management, Poul received the prestigious award "Danish Retail Award 2024".



Already as a 17-year-old, Mads Wedderkopstarted his business journey at SaaS Companies, where he quickly started to bean entrepreneur in his own fast-growing business.
In 2022 Mads became the CEO of DreamInfluencers, to guide and create close relationships between brands and influencers.



With his passion and innovative mind, Mikkel Malesa created in 2017 Dream Influencers, to help companies get closer to the right influencers.
His success and growth through the years was quickly discovered by other entrepreneurs, and in 2022 the company was acquired by Blazar Capital.



Live talk moderated by Sofie Buch Hoyer on how C-level tackle real workplace dilemmas.



Industry Experts
Talks and Tracks
Networking
Product Roadmap
Past attendees
Navigating your experience
What is Empower?
Stay Aware. Stay Connected. Stay Ahead.
We aim to make Empower the leading summit for Retail and Hospitality in the Nordics, and this year the focus will be on the future of frontline work. Gen Z will be front and center of dialogues and debates, as experts and panels come together to exchange experiences and share knowledge about modern-day retention, engagement, and performance.
Prepare to question your beliefs. Get ready to gain invaluable insights and inspiration. Set yourself up to become an expert facilitator of lasting change. Attend Empower!
Who is Relesys?
Relesys champions your retail and hospitality teams with a platform that simplifies training, streamlines daily operations, and makes communication seamless, so everyone feels engaged and connected.
With gamified features, the Relesys all-in-one app boosts engagement and keeps teams united, while its desktop dashboard gives leaders the key insights needed to keep their businesses thriving.
Trusted by leading brands like Salling Group, Specsavers, Joe & the Juice, and Mercedes, Relesys empowers over 20,000 stores across 97 countries and 40 languages. Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, our team is committed to transforming the retail experience, championing efficiency and engagement to elevate the roles of frontline workers and global brands.
How to sign up?
EMPOWER is something we give to our clients, so if you don't what to miss out, contact us for a talk about how Relesys can benefit your business!
We will always be glad to have open conversation about our solutions!
If you are feeling lucky then you can sign up to our newsletter for a chance to win a ticket.
Where will Empower take place?
This years Empower will take place at our own HQ located at Orient Plads 1, 2nd floor 2150 Nordhavn.
We can't wait to see you!


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