NRF Rev 2027 Exhibitor List

Scot Case is vice president of corporate social responsibility and sustainability at NRF, and executive director for the Center for Retail Sustainability. He also leads NRF’s Sustainability Council and supports retailer efforts to use their businesses to make the world a better place for everyone. Case has focused on the intersection of business, environmental and social concerns since the mid-1990s. With strategic leadership experience in the retail, quick-service restaurant, manufacturing and nonprofit sectors, he provides a system-wide perspective that helps NRF members thrive in a rapidly changing future. Throughout Case’s career as a strategist, consultant and sustainability expert, he has worked with organizations including the White House, World Bank, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, large publicly traded and private-sector companies, and federal, state and local governments around the world. Case was also a partner in a small business that he grew and sold, which provides him with a deep appreciation for the unique challenges faced by smaller and growing NRF members. A frequent keynote speaker and conference presenter on strategy development, leadership and sustainability, Case has published dozens of articles and case studies, testified before Congress and been quoted broadly in mainstream media. Case is originally from Charlotte, N.C., and holds a master’s degree in political science with a focus on sustainability from Virginia Tech.

Chris Woodbury is the leader of Reverse Secondary Markets at Best Buy, overseeing key areas such as returns, damaged goods, product refurbishment, trade-in programs, and non-new product resale. With over 25 years at Best Buy, Chris has driven growth and innovation across a wide range of functions—including Merchandising, Consumer Loyalty Marketing, Demand Planning, Geek Squad Services, and Supply Chain. Before joining Best Buy, Chris held roles in Merchandising and Inventory Management at Target Corporation. He earned his BSB in 1997 and later completed his MS in Supply Chain Management in 2019, both from the Carlson School of Management. Chris is a dedicated University of Minnesota alumnus, actively involved with the Alumni Association and co-founder of the University of Minnesota Alumni Network at Best Buy. He currently serves as President of the Retail and Consumer Studies Advisory Board for the College of Design. Passionate about mentorship, Chris has spent many years guiding professionals, college students, and high school youth alike.