ROHIT BHARGAVA - A NON-OBVIOUS KEYNOTE SPEAKER
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Rohit Bhargava has spent more than a decade advising retail, FMCG, and fashion brands - including L'Oreal and Coca-Cola - on consumer insights and cultural trends, and has keynoted NRF, the industry's largest annual gathering. His Non-Obvious Trend Report, read by over 1 million people, predicted retail shifts like Shoptimization and Reverse Retail years before they reshaped the industry. A 3-time WSJ bestselling author of eleven books, including the #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller Non-Obvious Megatrends, Rohit helps retailers spot important trends early and anticipate what customers will value next. He has keynoted events in 32 countries, loves the Olympics, and actively hates cauliflower.
Watch some recent videos from Rohit's social media accounts all about non-obvious thinking and some ideas that may be relevant for your audience:
For the past 15 years, Rohit's trend research and books have frequently focused on spotlighting the biggest trends in the retail, FMCG & fashion industry. Here are just a few from his past research that are still deeply relevant for retail, FMCG & fashion professionals and that he often integrates into his trend presentations.
As the lines between industries erode, how we sell and buy anything changes constantly, leading to a continual disruption of business models, distribution channels, consumer expectations and even innovation itself.
More On This TrendBuying used has shed its stigma and become a signal of taste, thrift and environmental awareness, and resale platforms let sellers show off their own entrepreneurialism on top of it. Depop hosts nearly two million micro-entrepreneurs, 90…
More On This TrendPeople say they want to buy responsibly and then routinely take the easier, cheaper or more convenient option, because our desire is there but our actions are inconsistent. The opportunity is not to demand more sacrifice but to remove the…
More On This TrendProducts and their packaging are being redesigned so that disposal is not somebody else’s problem later, using compostable materials, seaweed-based packaging and marketplaces that make waste-free supply chains available to businesses of…
More On This TrendWhen most of us picture a company with positive impact we picture something like Patagonia: founder-owned, mission driven and relatively small. The numbers say the advantage is not limited to midsize companies, with firms in JUST Capital’s…
More On This TrendAs consumers and employees demand more sustainable and ethical practices from businesses, companies respond by adapting products, taking stands on issues, and putting purpose first.
More On This TrendBrands increasingly invest in high-touch in-store experiences to build brand affinity and educate customers, while seamlessly integrating online channels to complete actual purchases and fulfill orders.
More On This TrendCertain retail brands enjoy unprecedented levels of loyalty from customers that want a connection with the brands they buy from.
More On This TrendRohit Bhargava is a popular choice for retail, fmcg & fashion industry events because of his unique ability to offer relevant insights along with a valuable outsiders perspective. Learn more about Rohit’s industry experience here.
Industry Experience Highlights
Most Relevant Keynotes
Rohit over writes about the retail, FMCG & fashion industry and has published numerous articles focused on the industry since 2005. Start below with a few of his most popular articles and insights.
A FEW TO START WITH
The 14-Day Bikini and How Fast Fashion Really WorksJUNE 2026The AI Data War in Retail Is Just Getting Started. Lessons from Black Friday ...DECEMBER 2025How Barnes & Noble Is Winning by Rethinking the Usual Retail ConventionsNOVEMBER 2023IKEA Dubai Becomes First Retailer To Let Customers Pay With TimeAPRIL 2023How Genderless Design Is Taking Over FashionSEPTEMBER 2021Rave Reviews
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Dawn Dovey · Sage Hospitality Group“Rohit Bhargava has a rare ability to make big ideas feel accessible and actionable.”
Buddy Rizer · Loudoun County Economic Development“I’ve been hearing nothing but positive feedback on Rohit’s talk.”
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Mitch Whitten · Visit Fort Worth“Rohit was terrific! 94% top two boxes which is phenomenal.”
Event Planner · Large Global Bank“He’s no Beyonce, but still worth standing in line for!”
Attendee · SXSW Austin
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