Retail reinvents itself daily. The Retail Podcast arms founders, operators, and retail technologists with battle-tested tactics to outpace change. Each week candid conversations with store chiefs, DTC disruptors, and tech visionaries reveal how to turn AI, data, and culture into margin and loyalty. No jargon just hard numbers, honest lessons, and plays you can run before next Monday. Press play; lead the future of commerce.
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ostman is a podcast focusing on the issues around culture, art and society in the postdigital era. Postman interviews and discusses with artists using code, electronics or digitality in interesting way. Furthermore, postman interviews researchers and other people focusing on the research of digital culture and society.
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Brick-and-Mortar CAC • Aesop’s $2.5B Playbook • DigitalFirst Meets Store Staff • Marketplaces
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26:35Customer-acquisition costs exploded online. Smart brands are responding with bricks, data—and a dash of theatre. ⚡️ What we tackle in 20 minutes Physical retail as the new CAC – DTC brands discover rent can be cheaper than Meta ads when the store becomes a stage. Aesop’s $2.5 billion masterclass – From Melbourne to 400 boutiques, every location i…
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AI-Powered Retail Engagement: How Braze Unlocks Zero-Party Data & Omnichannel Loyalty
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23:35Braze’s Global Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships, James Herridge-Leng, lays out a blueprint for retailers who refuse to be trapped by channel silos or third-party walled gardens. Expect hard numbers: a 200 % jump in ROAS, email open rates doubling when WhatsApp joins the mix, and loyalty lift when zero-party data fuels real-time journeys. K…
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Asia’s Five-Element Edge • Australia’s IT Surge • 8-Minute Delivery • Meta’s AI Ad Rules • The Hybrid Consumer
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35:40Retail evolves faster than it’s ever moved. This week Alex, Ryf, and Laura unpack five forces reshaping the industry—and the brands proving each point. Asia’s five-element advantage – Emotional value, community identity, nighttime escapes, immersive art, smart-health choices. Gentle Monster, LVMH, Hermès, Burberry, and Lefty’s show why experience b…
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NRF APAC 2025: Retail’s New Frontier with Jill Dvorak and Ryf Quail
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21:22Alex Rezvan from The Retail Podcast sits down with JillDvorak, SVP of Content at NRF, and Ryf Quail, Managing Director of NRF APAC. Recorded live from NRF APAC 2025 in Singapore, this conversation explores why the next generation of consumers is not just arriving—they’re here and reshaping retail in profound ways. Discover how retailers can navigat…
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NRF APAC 2025: Day 1 Highlights with Ryf Quail & Guests
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8:36🎙️ Podcast Title (Apple & Spotify) NRF APAC 2025: Day 1 Highlights with Ryf Quail & Guests 🎧 Podcast Episode Description Kicking off Day 1 of NRF APAC 2025 in Singapore, Alex is joined by Ryf Quail, Managing Director and co-host of Five Things Friday, for a fast-paced walk-through of the opening highlights. Fresh off the ribbon-cutting, Ryf shares …
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NRF APAC 2025 Soundbite: Panchalee Weeratammawat on Retail’s Human Core
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3:19Recorded live at NRF APAC 2025, this short soundbite features Panchalee Weeratammawat, Chief People Officer of Central Retail. With nearly 80,000 employees across Thailand, Vietnam, and Italy, Panchalee shares what’s top of mind for retail leaders in Asia today. Key Highlights: Why employee happiness drives customer loyalty Retail’s evolving role: …
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Five Things Friday APAC Edition: Retail’s Next Moves at NRF Singapore & Shoptalk Europe
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20:30Welcome to a special APAC edition of Five Things Friday from The Retail Podcast.This week, host Alex is on the cusp of two retail mega-events: Shoptalk Europe and NRF APAC in Singapore. With Laura under the weather, we’re joined by special guest Reef Quail, Managing Director at NRF APAC, for a candid, front-line take on the pulse of Asian retail.In…
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How Microsoft is Redefining Retail with Generative AI
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30:52The pace of retail transformation hasnever been faster—and Microsoft is at the heart of it. In this exclusive interview, Alex fromThe Retail Podcast sits down with Keith Mercier, Vice President ofWorldwide Retail & Consumer Goods at Microsoft. They explore: ·How generative AI and copilots are reshaping the frontlineexperience ·The myth of data read…
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Retail Transformation in Asia-Pacific: Ryf Quail (NRF APAC) & Shopify’s Bold Moves, with The Retail Podcast
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22:28In this special “Five Things Friday: APAC Edition,” Alex from The Retail Podcast and Laura from Neat sit down with Ryf Quail, Managing Director of NRF APAC, to unpack the biggest trends shaping retail in Asia-Pacific ahead of NRF APAC in Singapore.🎙️ Topics covered: Ryf’s top insights for APAC retail leaders Digital transformation: AI, 5G, and clou…
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Retail’s Next Frontier: Leadership, Agility & Digital Influence with Ben Miller of Shoptalk
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23:43In this powerhouse episode of The Retail Podcast, Alex sits down with Ben Miller, VP of Content at Shoptalk, to unpack what’s really shaping the future of global retail. From rising pressure on operational efficiency to the explosive growth of retail media and AI-powered discovery, this conversation goes deep into: How leaders are navigating uncert…
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Morrisons, Shein & the Realities of Retail Leadership | Five Things Friday
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22:12In this episode of Five Things Friday, Alex and Laura break down the strategies, trends, and tensions shaping the retail landscape. Fresh from the World Retail Congress in London, Alex shares how Morrisons is rebuilding trust with a simple but powerful 5-5-5 framework. Laura brings sharp insights from Australia, highlighting Shein’s explosive $12B …
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Five Things Friday: Luxury Wellness, World Retail Congress & Retail Strategy Insights
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18:34Welcome to Five Things Friday—your new weekly dose of insights, hosted by Laura & Alex from The Retail Podcast! In this debut episode, we explore: - 🌟 Luxury Wellness Clubs: How Sunday Sporting Club is reshaping social gatherings through fitness and meaningful connections. - 🛍️ World Retail Congress 2025: A sneak peek at next week's event in London…
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Empowering Frontline Workers: How Jabra and AI Transform Retail Communication
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16:45Join Alex on The Retail Podcast as he speaks with Andrew Doyle, VP of Frontline Workers at Jabra, about how cutting-edge audio technology and AI are revolutionizing frontline communication in retail. Discover how Jabra enhances productivity, customer engagement, and employee satisfaction by enabling crystal-clear audio interactions and seamless int…
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How Retailers Can Win the Battle Against Returns with ReturnPro CEO Sender Shamiss
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22:04Returns are costing retailers nearly $900 billion annually—and the problem is accelerating. In this episode, Sender Shamiss, CEO and co-founder of ReturnPro, joins The Retail Podcast to expose the operational chaos, financial impact, and future-facing solutions around retail returns. We explore why returns are no longer a back-office issue—but a st…
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Inside NRF APAC: Building Asia-Pacific’s Retail Powerhouse with Ryf Quail
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23:54Step backstage at the NRF APAC Big Show 2025 with Ryf Quail, Managing Director at Comexposium, as he reveals the powerful growth, strategic decisions, and transformative experiences shaping retail across Asia-Pacific. Ryf shares candid reflections from NRF APAC 2024, dives into what's driving the 2025 agenda, and highlights unique regional retail t…
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Trust Place: The Saviour of Luxury Goods?
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18:22Didier Mattalia, co-founder and CEO of Trust-Place, joins Alex on The Retail Podcast to explore how digital passports transform traceability and customer relationships post-purchase. Discover how luxury and premium brands across fashion, home furnishings, electronics, and mobility are leveraging digital passports to authenticate products, engage cu…
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Scaling Global Businesses with Language AI | Bryan Murphy, CEO of Smartling
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16:31Global expansion means speaking your customers’ language, not just translating words but capturing your brand’s unique voice. Bryan Murphy, CEO of Smartling, joins The Retail Podcast to unpack how AI-driven localization transforms content strategy, boosts global SEO, and dramatically reduces costs and complexity. Learn why automated, on-brand trans…
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Driving Marketplace Innovation at Kingfisher
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17:06In this episode, David Gomez Cardona steps into the studio to discuss his global journey in e-commerce, logistics, and digital transformation. He highlights how Kingfisher—parent company of B&Q, Castorama, Brico Dépôt, and Screwfix, continues to strengthen its omnichannel approach. David describes the evolution of customer expectations, from ultra-…
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Elevating Retail with Innovation and Experience at the Retail Technology Show 2025
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14:40Matt Bradley, Founder and Director of the Retail Technology Show, joins Alex to share the behind-the-scenes story of growing one of the UK’s leading retail events. Discover why Matt believes retail gatherings must go beyond exhibitions—they should entertain, educate, and inspire. He reveals the strategic move to London’s Excel Centre, the decision …
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Redefining Wellness Retail With Holland & Barrett on Store Design, Community, and Innovation
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15:09Richard Fisher, part of Holland & Barrett’s design team, joins Alex from The Retail Podcast to explore a new era of store design. They discuss how to infuse “showbiz and punk” energy into store layouts, the crucial role of community spaces, and what it takes to make every visit memorable. Richard reveals why Cardiff’s upcoming massive refit could r…
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Inside NRF: How a Modern CMS is Powering Retail’s Biggest Show
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19:44Join Alex from The Retail Podcast in conversation with Mark Wheeler (Storyblok) and Jason Hoolsema (CIO, NRF) on how a headless CMS revolutionized one of the world’s largest retail shows—enabling rapid content creation, seamless personalization, and a better experience for attendees. Description In this special episode of The Retail Podcast, host A…
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🎙️ How air up® is Changing the Way We Taste Water – with Co-Founder Lena Jüngst
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16:54💡 Can scent trick your brain into tasting flavors? In this special Shoptalk Europe partnership episode of The Retail Podcast, Lena Jüngst, Co-Founder & Co-Inventor of air up®, shares how neuroscience, innovation, and product design are revolutionizing hydration. Lena will also be at Shoptalk Europe in Barcelona (June 2-4, 2024)! 📢 Don’t miss Shopta…
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AI in Retail: How Executives Are Embedding AI
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29:07📢AI is transforming retail from supply chain to customer experience. In this episode, Jane Cheung, Global Research Leader at IBM, shares insights from a study of 5,000 executives on how AI is being embedded across retail operations. 00:00 - Welcome & Introduction 02:15 - AI Investment Trends in Retail 05:30 - AI’s Impact on Supply Chain & Operation…
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Top 5 Digital Retail Trends 2025: Michelle Evan, Euromonitor
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16:32Join us for a conversation with Michelle Evans, Global Lead for Retail and Digital Consumer Insights at Euromonitor, as she reveals the top five digital trends that will transform retail in 2025. In this episode, Michelle discusses: • Rebuilding Consumer Trust: The shift toward micro and nano influencers and the role of social media in establishing…
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The Future of Retail: Harnessing UGC, AI & Sustainability
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19:04In this episode, Keith Nealon, CEO of Bazaarvoice, dives into how brands can leverage user-generated content (UGC) and artificial intelligence (AI) to boost consumer trust and drive retail success. Discover how sustainability, ethical practices, and innovative AI tools are reshaping the consumer journey—from product discovery to purchase. Tune in f…
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Generative AI in Retail: Insights from NVIDIA’s AI Leaders
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23:48Discover how generative AI is revolutionizing retail. NVIDIA’s Azita Martin Vice President and GM of AI for Retail, CPG and QSR Director of AI & Cynthia Countouris, NVIDIA’s director of product marketing for retail discuss multimodal AI, virtual shopping assistants, and supply chain optimization. Learn how businesses are leveraging AI to boost prod…
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Shoptalk 2025: Innovation, Luxury, and The New Market
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7:53Get an insider look at Shoptalk 2025 with Sophie Wawro, Global President of Shoptalk, and Joe Laszlo, Head of Content US. Discover how this year’s groundbreaking initiatives—The New Market and Shoptalk LUXE—are redefining retail. Learn about the attention economy, luxury retail trends, and what’s shaping the future of customer engagement. 📌 Highlig…
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Revolutionizing Retail: Insights from Tesco’s Transcend
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20:42Join us as we dive into Tesco’s groundbreaking supply chain solution, Transcend, with CEO Oliver Ward. Discover how data-driven tools, streamlined operations, and customer-centric strategies are reshaping retail globally. Learn how retailers can scale online operations, optimize fulfillment, and stay competitive in today’s evolving market.…
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How To Transform Supply Chains for a Resilient Future
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38:11In a rapidly evolving business landscape, supply chains are facing unprecedented challenges. The transformation is not only driven by technological advancements but also by the need to adapt to shifting global dynamics. In this article, we'll discuss the critical factors that are shaping the future of supply chains and how organizations can thrive …
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The Future of Retail: Innovations in Grocery and Quick Commerce
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21:12Discover how Deliveroo’s Product Director, Paul Wilkinson, is shaping the future of retail innovation. From drone delivery and AI in grocery stores to the evolving customer demand for quick commerce, Paul shares insights from his experience at Tesco Labs, Amazon, and Deliveroo. Learn how technology, data, and customer-first strategies are transform…
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Retail Robotics: Insights with Michel Spruijt of Brain Corp
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30:31In this episode, Michel Spruijt, President of Brain Corp, discusses how robotics and AI are addressing challenges like labor shortages and inventory management in retail. Learn how automation is creating consistency and efficiency across store operations. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why robotics adoption is critical for retail success. How B…
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How a Canadian Bakery is Transforming Gluten-Free and the Vegan Industry
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22:55Join Molly Robins, founder of Molly's Market, as she shares her journey from a personal health crisis to building a thriving Canadian gluten-free and vegan bakery. Discover how her brand is revolutionizing allergen-friendly treats, scaling a CPG business, and prioritizing clean-label ingredients. A must-listen for foodies, entrepreneurs, and indust…
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Crafting Authentic E-Commerce Experiences
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41:03Explore how Saddleback Leather founder Dave Munson and BigCommerce’s Melissa Dixon craft an authentic e-commerce experience that keeps customers coming back. From storytelling that builds brand loyalty to BigCommerce tools that simplify the customer journey, this episode dives into the strategies driving Saddleback Leather’s online success. Discove…
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How In-Store Retail Media is Transforming with Personalized Digital Signage
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10:50In a recent Retail Podcast interview from Groceryshop, Hans Fischmann, VP and GM of nCountR, shared insights on how the company is reshaping in-store retail media through data-driven digital signage. Fischmann explained that nCountR’s platform enables retailers and advertisers to personalize messages for customers, effectively blending physical sho…
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Albertsons' Retail Media Network: Transforming Shopper Connections
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15:04Albertsons Media Collective is redefining how retail media drives success by connecting brands with over 100 million loyal consumers across 2,000 stores nationwide. Leveraging data-driven insights, they cultivate deep customer relationships that translate into sustainable growth for partner brands. Michelle Weiskittel, Head of Media, Creative, and …
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Empowering Retail: The Evolving Landscape of E-commerce Platforms
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21:56In an era of rapid digital transformation, retailers face unprecedented challenges and opportunities. Jay Topper, Chief Customer Officer at fabric, shares invaluable insights on the current state and future of e-commerce platforms. Topper emphasizes the significance of cloud-native, composable platforms in today's retail environment. fabric, built …
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Groceryshop and Shoptalks President Sophie Wawro
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19:56Grocery Shop and Shoptalk: Pioneering Retail Innovation with a Global Lens With the grocery and retail industries undergoing rapid transformation, industry leaders are converging for Grocery Shop and Shoptalk Fall, two flagship events led by Sophie Road, the President of both events. These gatherings are not just an exploration of retail’s future b…
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Event that was mentioned by Eric: https://tradebeyond.com/events/2024-global-sourcing-day/ The Future of Retail Supply Chains: Insights from TradeBeyond Navigating the Future of Retail Supply Chains: Insights from Eric Linxweiler In an era of rapid change and increasing complexity, retail supply chains are evolving at an unprecedented pace. Eric Li…
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Retailers leveraging AI must prioritize responsible practices to maximize benefits and minimize risks. This approach ensures customer trust, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Full report can be found here Artificial intelligence revolutionizes retail operations, from supply chain to customer engagement. However, its power demands r…
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The future of e-commerce is connecting touchpoints, not channels.
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26:18The Power of Resilience: Natalia Horvath's Journey from Corporate to Purpose-Driven Entrepreneurship In the fast-paced world of retail, adaptability and resilience are key to success. Natalia Horvath, award-winning marketer and founder of TEDx Coolhaven Women, embodies these qualities as she transitions from corporate leadership to purpose-driven e…
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Discover how Twilio’s innovative customer engagement solutions are transforming retail experiences, as shared by Nicolas Kontopoulos, Regional CMO at NRF APAC 2024. Full details here: https://retailnews.ai/how-to-enhance-customer-engagement/
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The Evolution of Retail: Insights from Steve Dennis at NRF Singapore
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18:36For more information please go to: https://retailnews.ai/insights-from-steve-dennis-nrf-singapore/
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How WorkJam's CEO Is Transforming Retail Workforce Management
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13:14For more information: https://retailnews.ai/workjam-ceo-transforming-retail-workforce-management/
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How Can NRF APAC 2024 Fast-Track Your Retail Growth
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21:30For show notes and how you can get a discount on your NRF APAC ticket please go to https://retailnews.ai/how-nrf-apac-2024-can-fast-track-retail-success/
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For listeners eager to dive deeper into the nuances of leveraging real-time feedback in the retail sector, a comprehensive guide awaits at RetailNews.AI. The article, "How to Embrace Real-Time Feedback," offers an in-depth exploration of strategies, benefits, and real-world applications of instant feedback systems. Discover actionable insights and …
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In an illuminating discussion on the Retail Podcast, Nick Patrick, Co-Founder and CEO of Radar, sheds light on how his company is reshaping the retail industry through advanced geolocation services. Radar, self-described as the all-in-one location platform, has emerged as a cornerstone in the retail sector, offering solutions that bridge the digita…
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Big Commerce Unleashes Next-Gen E-Commerce Dynamics
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10:57In an enlightening conversation at the NRF, Meghan Stabler of BigCommerce outlined the transformative impact of their platform on the retail industry. BigCommerce, known for its enterprise-level e-commerce solutions, is propelling brands and retailers into the future with a modern, composable tech stack designed to meet the dynamic needs of both B2…
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Retail Media Networks: Transforming Grocery Ads
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Find out more: Here With 25 years of global retail experience as a practitioner (Lids, Marshalls, Hit or Miss), an industry analyst (AMR Research), a strategy consultant (IBM), and a software leader (Salesforce), he is no stranger to the industry and the challenges retailers face. Rob is also a frequent industry speaker and a member of NRF’s Digita…
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In a fascinating interview at NRF 2024, Barry Padgett, CEO of Amperity, sheds light on the burgeoning role of data unification in the retail sector. As we delve into this topic, it's clear that the future of retail is inextricably tied to how effectively businesses can manage and utilize customer data. For more information www.retailnews.ai…
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