
SCMM 2024
AT A GLANCE
SCMM,
THE PAST & THE FUTURE
The 1st International Conference on Shopping Centre & Mall Management was held in Antalya-Türkiye on 12 & 13 November, 2024.
Although SCMM 2024 was not too big, but fortunately was a real international event. We had participants and Speakers from more than 20 countries (including but not limited to US, UK, Italy, France, Türkiye, UAE, Germany, Spain, Netherlands, Denmark, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Sweden,KSA, Switzerland, Iran, Brazil, Ireland, Poland, Czech Republic & Iraq).
Our inaugural event was an overall success, as our participants and guests left Antalya happy.
Now, we're planning for the 2nd event and are serious to make SCMM 2025 a more successful one.
Istanbul has been chosen as the host city for the SCMM 2025.
Stay tuned for more exciting news to come.
Let's take a look at the CLOSING CEREMONY
of SCMM 2024

TESTIMONIALS
See what people are saying about SCMM 2024
SHANNON QUILTY

I was pleased to participate in the first annual SCMM event in Antalya. The speakers and panels were presented by some of the best professionals in the industry giving attendees actionable insights, recommendations and future food for thought. I look forward to more in 2025!
SHANNON QUILTY
General Manager
City Center Bishop Ranch
Sunset Development
USA
PATRICE PREVOST

I want to share my very positive experience from this incredible event I had the chance to attend last year. This conference is a unique opportunity to meet professionals from around the world, specializing in shopping centers and retail🌍
Don't miss this second edition, which will take place in Istanbul at the early of October, 2025. Join us to live this enriching experience together!
PATRICE PREVOST
CEO
C. E. D., PP Concept
France
DARAWAN RASUL

Attending SCMM 2024 in November was a valuable experience for our team at Family Mall Sulaimaniya. We gained key insights into mall management, tenant relations, marketing, and design, which will help us improve our operations and customer service. The event also offered great networking opportunities. We're excited to attend next year’s conference in Istanbul and continue growing with the industry.
DARAWAN RASUL
General Manager
Family Mall Sulaimanya
IRAQ
Dr. ULUĞ HAKAN İYİGÜN

SCMM 2024 was a comprehensive event addressing the latest trends, innovations and management strategies in the shopping center and retail industry. It was a great experience as experts from different countries brought together a variety of perspectives and experiences, providing attendees with a global perspective. The fact that this important conference was held in Turkey for the first time was a great source of pride in terms of strengthening Turkey's international position in the field of retail and shopping center management.
Dr. ULUĞ HAKAN İYİGÜN
Mall Manager in Kuwait
KSK Group
ALEXEY CHERKASHIN

Attending the SCMM 2024 conference was an enlightening and truly valuable experience. The event brought together top industry leaders to discuss the latest trends and challenges in shopping center and mall management. The sessions were insightful, covering key aspects of the retail property sector, and the networking opportunities were outstanding. I had the chance to connect with incredible professionals, forming both business and personal relationships that I deeply appreciate. This conference was not just beneficial from a professional standpoint but also on a personal level. SCMM 2024 was a well-organized and inspiring event, and I highly recommend it to industry peers.
Alexey Cherkashin
CEO
Mall Insight
Spain
SANEL AHMIC

The 2024 Shopping Centre & Mall Management Conference brought together industry leaders to explore the future of retail. Discussions covered data-driven operations and experiential environments, optimizing efficiency and business performance.
As Vemco Group, we were thrilled to engage in conversations on analytics’ role in shaping shopping centres and retail. The event provided valuable insights, meaningful connections, and practical takeaways that will drive real impact in the industry, reinforcing the power of innovation in modern retail & mall management.
SANEL AHMIC
Business Development Director
Vemco Group
KSA
BADER AL JUMAH

The conference was a remarkable gathering of industry experts, offering valuable insights into the evolving landscape of shopping center and mall management. The sessions were highly engaging, covering strategic innovations, technology integration, and best practices that are shaping the future of retail. Networking with professionals from diverse markets was equally enriching. SCMM 2024 was truly a well-organized and insightful event that fostered knowledge exchange and collaboration.
BADER AL JUMAH
Commercial Mall Manager
KSA
ALI AL-KHALIL

SCMM 2024 was not only a pleasure to attend, but also a very insightful event full of dynamic speakers and experienced panelists, all in a very friendly and informal atmosphere which made the event end too soon. The organizers are definitely on to something and I can not wait to see what they have planned for next sessions.
ALI AL-KHALIL
International Operations Director
LUFIAN
Türkiye
WILHELM ODWARKA

Starting a new conference format within the overwhelming number of formats is a courageous move. But what I have experienced, was the birth of one of the greatest engaging and connecting communities I have ever experienced developing out of any conference I have ever been. So I would say the foundation for something great is laid and I cannot wait to see it evolving further.
Wilhelm ODWARKA
Founder and CEO
Heartatwork Hospitality Consulting
Dubai - UAE
GIULIA WAELTER

The SCMM Conference in Antalya was a must-attend event for anyone looking to understand the future of shopping centers and malls. It brings together industry leaders and experts who share forward-thinking insights on navigating change, from the impact of eCommerce to the power of creating meaningful, people-centered spaces.
The conference fosters dynamic discussions, fresh perspectives, and actionable ideas that go beyond traditional retail thinking.
I highly recommend it to professionals seeking to stay ahead of industry shifts and contribute to shaping the future of retail environment.
GIULIA WAELTER
Confidence Builder & Business Developer
SWITZERLAND
HITESH MIRANI

The SCMM 2024 Conference in Antalya was an incredible experience, an intimate gathering of top professionals from diverse corners of retail real estate. The depth of connections formed was truly unparalleled; conversations went beyond surface-level networking, leading to meaningful and lasting relationships. I’m still in touch with many brilliant minds I met there, and the insights exchanged continue to shape my perspective about this very challenging & rewarding industry. The event was impeccably organized, with seamless execution, engaging speakers, and a collaborative atmosphere. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to grow, connect, and elevate their network in the shopping center industry.
HITESH MIRANI
Co-Founder & Managing Director
Rashed Lootah & Partner Consultancies
Dubai - UAE
MICHEL ŽALAC

SCMM 2024 was a rare opportunity to cut through the noise and challenge traditional thinking in the retail and commercial real estate sectors. While many conferences focus on familiar discussions, this event encouraged real debates about what’s next for shopping centres, retail parks, outlet centres, and beyond.
From the panel and wider content I participated in, to the side discussions with great new and like-minded friends, I found SCMM to be a space where ideas weren’t just exchanged; they were tested and refined. Conversations weren’t about repeating industry buzzwords but about examining the real business impact of brining the best out of people, emerging technologies, shifting consumer behaviour, and data-driven strategies.
The SCMM audience was a great mix of industry professionals, and those unafraid to challenge assumptions, making the event all the more valuable. It’s not often that you walk away from a conference with a sharper perspective, tangible ideas, and new strategic angles to explore, but this was one of those times. I look forward to seeing it all evolve in 2025.
MICHEL ŽALAC
Managing Director
CARON PARTNERS
NETHERLANDS