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Episode 22

How RAIN RFID Powers Next-Gen Customer Experiences

Featuring: Gaylene Meyer, Impinj

In the wake of the pandemic, flexible fulfillment and contactless commerce both came to the forefront. To enable great experiences in these areas, retailers need to bridge the gap between their online and digital inventories, and ensure real-time visibility into product availability and location. This is an area of…

Episode 21

Will “On-The-Way” Delivery Shake Up The Fulfillment Space?

Featuring: Marc Gorlin, Roadie

Retailers have bolstered their delivery and fulfillment offerings to cater to an increasingly demanding consumer. While speed is critical, retailers also need to think about how efficient and profitable these fulfillment offerings are. Not to mention the fact that organizations are being held more accountable for their environmental and…

Episode 20

Assessing SEO For Online & Brick-And-Mortar Discovery

Featuring: Chris Rodgers, Colorado SEO Pros

Most purchase decisions still begin with a basic search. What’s changing, however, is where those searches take place. Most still happen on a search engine, but some occur via personal digital assistants, Amazon and other platforms. This is making brand discovery and engagement far more difficult, especially for smaller brands. Not…

Episode 19

COVID-19 vs. The Great Recession: Assessing The Retail Impact

Featuring: Barbara Kahn, Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania

Barbara Kahn is the Patty and Jay H. Baker Professor of Marketing for the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. Over the course of her career, Barbara has kept a close watch on the evolution of retail and key economic and social trends that are impacting it. In recent weeks,…

Episode 18

E-commerce’s Big Discovery Problem

Featuring: Andrew Blachman, Tophatter

Sure, the Internet has given us undeniable power, connecting us to millions of sources of information, inspiration and commerce. But when we take a closer look at most e-Commerce experiences, Andrew Blachman, who is the President of Tophatter, believes there’s plenty of room for improvement. Specifically, he believes that many brand…

Episode 17

The Last Mile: A New Way To Surprise & Delight

Featuring: Dan Eblagon, Bond

Last Mile has evolved from an operational concern, to a core component of the customer experience. Essential retailers have successfully pivoted to offer flexible fulfillment options, such as curbside pickup, while e-Commerce giants like Amazon are bolstering their workforce and partnerships to fulfill their delivery promises. These initiatives leave…

Episode 16

Which COVID Trends Have Staying Power?

Featuring: Vanessa Cartwright, Astound Commerce

Astound Commerce is a digital commerce company that has worked with top brands, including L’Oréal, Under Armour and Jimmy Choo. To understand how these and other brands must adapt and evolve in light of the pandemic, the company studied consumer sentiment and shifting habits during the crisis. During this…

Episode 15

Why Eastbanc Is Prioritizing Brand Partnerships Amid COVID-19

Featuring: Philippe Lanier, Eastbanc

As a principal at Eastbanc, a prominent retail landlord in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington DC, Philippe Lanier has been having a lot of conversations with retail partners. Through steady communication, Philippe and his tenants are determining the best way to navigate current realities, and develop a forward-looking plan for success that…

Episode 14

A New Era Of Employee Training & Empowerment

Featuring: Bob Phibbs & Carol Leaman

During the National Retail Federation’s 2020 BIG Show, host Alicia Esposito had the chance to sit down with Bob Phibbs, the Retail Doctor, and Carol Leaman, CEO of Axonify. While the conversation was insightful, zeroing in on the fact that associates were tasked to do more than ever, the current situation has…

Episode 13

Is Touchscreen Tech Having A Major Moment?

Featuring: Sam Zietz, GRUBBRR

As retail stores begin to reopen, business leaders are thinking more critically about the future of the in-store experience. What is the best way to build consumer trust and make them feel at ease about going into a store? How can brands creatively bring the best of digital and…

Episode 12

Closing The Digital-Physical Gap With IoT

Featuring: Cameron Worth, SharpEnd

For many years, the Internet of Things (IoT) got a lot of buzz. Smart home and store technology illustrated the value of connecting devices and data. However, most IoT use cases have revolved around improving efficiencies, reducing energy consumption and tracking inventory throughout the store. Experience use cases are…

Episode 11

Creating A Culture Of Continuous Transformation

Featuring: Elizabeth Elliott, Columbus Consulting

Testing, learning and pivoting haven’t necessarily been retailers’ strong points. Right before COVID-19 hit, many businesses were still struggling with legacy infrastructures and disjointed processes. These legacy qualities inhibited them from responding swiftly to new consumer behaviors and competitive forces. That is why Elizabeth Elliott, who is a managing partner…

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