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In this episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast, guest host Paula Rosenblum sits down with Chris Fox, an experienced sustainability leader who has spent an impressive 25 years with HanesBrands. In his role as Chief Sustainability Officer, Chris oversees the company's sustainability program, which emphasizes the importance of people, planet, and product. With a background in law and a wealth of knowledge about the apparel industry's sustainability challenges, Chris is the driving force behind HanesBrands' commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of employees, communities, and the environment through innovative initiatives and responsible practices. Episode Notes: Visit hbisustains.com to learn more about Hanesbrands' sustainability initiatives. Are you ready to be crowned hottest retail tech of the year? Sign up to participate in RETHINK Retail's Nxt Gen Technology Program at rethink.industries/nxt-gen-retail-tech or shoot us an email at media@rethink.industries. If you enjoyed this episode, pl

Welcome to Retail Therapy, a RETHINK Retail exclusive Podcast series where we examine retailers that have a unique history, are making innovative changes to their business model, or are overcoming challenges in order to stay relevant in this highly competitive landscape. In this episode, host Ian Scott is joined by RETHINK Retail Top Retail Influencers Hitha Herzog and Andrew Neelon to discuss Casper, a direct-to-consumer startup-turned industry giant that turned over $100,000 in debt into a billion-dollar mattress company with the help of influencer marketing and user-generated content. This episode of Retail Therapy was brought to you by the Retail Cloud Alliance, Optimizely, and Avanade. To see how Optimizely and Avanade can help transform your retail business, visit them at https://www.optimizely.com/ and https://www.avanade.com/en-us.

In this episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast, Paula Macaggi sits down with Roz Bridges, an acquisition manager at eBay. Despite the common misconception of eBay being solely an auction site for second-hand items, Roz enlightens us with statistics that position eBay as the UK's second largest e-commerce platform, following Amazon. She delves into the ways in which her role supports eBay in implementing sustainable practices within the Home & Garden category, shedding light on the company's commitment to environmental responsibility. Roz also shares inspiring success stories of brands and retailers she has collaborated with, highlighting how they have effectively reduced landfill waste by utilizing eBay's platform and provides a glimpse of what's on the horizon for eBay's Home & Garden category, discussing exciting advancements in technology and other sectors that will shape the future of e-commerce. This episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast was recorded live at the Retail Technology Show in London, U.K.

Join us in this episode of the RETHINK Retail podcast with guest host and Top Retail Influencer, Steve Lister, as he chats with Stefanie Sahmel, Head of Sustainability at Abel and Cole, about her inspiring journey as a sustainability champion in the retail industry. Stefanie's passion for sustainability led her to join Abel and Cole in 2005, where she has played a critical role in implementing innovative initiatives such as eco-impact labeling and the use of electric delivery vehicles. With her expertise in balancing business competitiveness with sustainability goals, Stefanie is an influential figure in the industry. Tune in to learn more about Stefanie's journey and how she's making a positive impact on the environment through her work at Abel and Cole. ---- Hosted by: Top Retail Influencer Steve Lister Produced by: Emily Manuel

In this episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast, Tiago Quaresma Takes Us on a Journey Through The Fantastic World of Sardines. Host Oliver Banks sits down with Tiago Quaresma, a visionary retailer who serves as the managing director of the Fantastic World of Sardines, a unique retail concept with 45 stores across Portugal. Tiago is a master of storytelling in retail, turning the centuries-old tradition of Portuguese sardine-making into an immersive experience for customers. His commitment to social sustainability and fair treatment of every individual within the supply chain has set a new standard in the industry. As the brand continues to expand, with plans to enter the US market, Tiago remains dedicated to sharing the rich history and stories behind his products with the world. This episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast was recorded live at the Retail Technology Show in London, U.K. If you enjoyed this episode, please let us know by subscribing to our channel and giving us a 5 star rating us on Spotif

Meet Deviprasad Rambhatla, SVP & Sector Head, Retail Services & Transportation at Wipro. Deviprasad is a business growth leader at Wipro with a strong background in computer science and systems engineering. With a Wharton School of Business graduate degree, Deviprasad is well-equipped to tackle complex challenges in today's retail landscape. Join us in this episode, hosted by Top Retail Influencer DeAnn Campbell, as she and Deviprasad explore the challenges facing the retail industry today and how businesses can overcome them. From financial instability to changing buyer preferences and labor scarcities, they'll discuss strategies for addressing these hurdles head-on. Tune in now to learn more! - - - - - - Hosted by: Top Retail Influencer, DeAnn Campbell Produced by: Gabriella Bock

Meet Corin Dennison, Director of Global Profit Protection / Risk at Adidas. As an expert risk professional with an investigative mindset, Corin navigates the ever-changing retail landscape to facilitate safe trading while embracing consumer analytics and addressing the challenges of online fraud and physical violence against employees. Having transitioned from a head of corporate investigations role with a luxury retail brand to a director of profit, protection retail risk, Corin has developed a deep understanding of the importance of well-developed policies and processes. In this episode, you will be able to: * Discover the significance of well-structured policies and processes in achieving successful risk management. * Expand your perspective on risk to encompass beyond traditional back-of-house functions and adapt to the evolving landscape. * Uncover new digital risk management approaches in response to the growing trend of online shopping. * Grasp the power of consumer analytics for enhancing retail

Get to know Scott Morris, a true innovator in the pet food industry who has made it his mission to improve the lives of pets and their owners. As the Co-founder and President of Freshpet, Scott has been instrumental in developing nutritious, environmentally-conscious meals for our four-legged family members. His experiences at Purina and in private equity have given him a deep understanding of the industry, making him an ideal guest to talk about Freshpet's commitment to nourishing pets, people, and the planet. Join guest host Michael Zakkour as Scott shares his inspiring story and the groundbreaking work Freshpet is doing to provide nourishing and sustainable options for pet owners. If you enjoyed this episode, please let us know by subscribing to our channel and giving us a 5 star rating us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. - - - - - - Hosted by: Michael Zakkour, Top Retail Influencer + Founder and Chief strategist at 5 New Digital Produced by: Gabriella Bock Research by Maggie Schwenn

In this episode of the RETHINK Retail podcast, host Paul Lewis is joined by Ken Pilot, a seasoned retail executive with over 30 years of experience in the industry. Ken has held C-level roles at Gap Inc., J Crew, Ralph Lauren and American Eagle. He was also the co-founder and CEO of RobotGalaxy and has an advisory practice that focuses on advancing direct-to-consumer methodology through technology and use of space. Join us as we dive into Ken's journey in the retail industry and learn how he is using his expertise at Ken Pilot Ventures to help companies advance their direct-to-consumer methodology through technology. Plus, learn more about his latest venture, The Retail Pilot podcast which features dynamic guests from all across the retail industry. --- Host: Paul Lewis Produced by: Emily Manuel

In this episode of RETHINK Retail, host Julia Hare sits down with Paula Panarra, Global Business Applications Sales Lead for Retail and Consumer Goods at Microsoft and Chris Alagna, Advisory Principal at KPMG to discuss all of the digital changes happening in retail today. Listen now to discover how retailers can harness data-driven strategies to create personalized customer experiences. Plus, learn how automation and AI technologies can boost employee productivity and satisfaction, and how natural language AI can elevate customer service and agent interactions. --- Host: Julia Raymond Hare

In this episode of RETHINK Retail, host Gabriela Bock interviews Blake Kvarfordt, a lead software engineer in iOS innovation at Nike. During their conversation, Blake shares insights into how mobile technology has revolutionized the customer experience, and how AI and machine learning are being used to improve it. Gabriella and Blake also discuss the future of machine learning, Chat GPT and how AR will be used to make the customer experience easier and more enjoyable now and in the future. Blake is also delivering a keynote session on ‘Improving Customer Experience Using Technology and Innovation’ at next week’s Smart Retail Tech Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. >>>If you would like to attend the show, you can register for a FREE ticket using promo code RETHINK100. See you there!

In this episode of the RETHINK Retail podcast, host Paula Macaggi is joined by Chris Riegel, CEO of STRATACACHE, and Jonathan Rosen, SVP of Content Strategy & Consumer Experience at PRN to discuss how STRATACACHE and PRN are revolutionizing digital retail transformation by offering a range of technology solutions under one roof. Tune in now to see how their cutting-edge retail solutions enable them to collaborate with retailers to create an in-store evolution that seamlessly integrates with their existing ecosystem. --- Host: Paula Macaggi

Welcome to Retail Therapy, a RETHINK Retail exclusive Podcast series where we examine a retailer facing a huge challenge or opportunity and provide actionable steps to revive, revitalize or rebrand them back from oblivion. In this episode, host Ian Scott is joined by RETHINK Retail Top Retail Influencer’s Guy Courtin and Venky Shankar to examine Wayfair, an e-commerce giant that worked its way up the ranks to become one of the largest furniture and home goods retailers on the planet - netting billions of dollars of revenue during the 2010s. This episode of Retail Therapy was brought to you by the Retail Cloud Alliance, Nuance, and Microsoft.

In this episode of the RETHINK Retail podcast, guest host and Top Retail Influencer Jeff Roster sits down with Dina Apostolou, Vice President of Content, Customer & Partner Marketing at Contentful and Riad Hijal, Global Head and VP, Marketing and Solutions at SAP Commerce. Jeff recently connected with Dina and Riad at Shoptalk US where they announced the Contentful & SAP Commerce Cloud, an e-commerce platform dedicated to helping retailers drive growth and meet their customers' evolving needs. Now that Shoptalk is over, we're going to take a deeper dive into the SAP Commerce Cloud and explore its features and benefits. Tune in now! - - - - - - Host: Top Retail Influencer Jeff Roster Produced by: Brooke Frankum

In this episode of the RETHINK Retail podcast, host Paula Macaggi sits down with Ben Miller, Content Director at ShopTalk Europe. They discuss the upcoming event and what attendees can expect. Miller shares exclusive insights on how to pull off an event of this size, why Barcelona was chosen as the location and what sets ShopTalk Europe apart from all of the other retail events out there. Tune in to get the inside scoop on one of the most exciting retail events of the year! - - - - - - Host: Paula Macaggi Produced by Paula Macaggi

In this episode of RETHINK Retail, host Gabriella Bock sits down with Sarah Lee and Christine Chang, founders of skincare sensation Glow Recipe. With backgrounds in both beauty and business, Sarah and Christine have revolutionized the skincare industry with their innovative approach to natural and effective skincare products. Their brand, Glow Recipe, has become synonymous with the glow skin skincare craze and has garnered a loyal following of beauty enthusiasts around the world. Christine and Sarah’s commitment to empowering women to feel confident in their skin has made Glow Recipe a trailblazer in the industry and a force to be reckoned with. Listen in as Christine and Sarah share their story of the early days of the company and the media tactics they leveraged to fast track their brand into a household name in just three months. Sarah and Christine also share their advice for brands aiming to remain authentic in everything they do as well as how they leveraged beauty influencers and snowmobiles to

In this episode of the RETHINK Retail podcast, guest host and Top Retail Influencer, Melissa Minkow sits down with Jonathan Johnson, CEO of Overstock.com. From startup to publicly traded with over $3 billion in sales, Overstock.com has come a long way. Meet Jonathan Johnson, the man behind the company's transformation into a focused strategy dedicated to providing dream homes for all. In Melissa’s conversation with Jonathan, discover how Overstock.com is using Chat GPT and AI to assist consumers with search capabilities and elevating consumer expectations. Plus, as the home furnishing industry continues to grow and evolve, Jonathan gives us a sneak peek into what role Overstock.com will play in the coming years. - - - - - - Host: Melissa Minkow Produced by Gabriella Bock

This episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast was recorded live at Shoptalk 2023. In this episode, guest host Melissa Minkow sit down with Matt Cleary, U.S. Head of Retail & eCommerce, Global Business Solutions at TikTok. TikTok has become one of the most popular social media platforms in recent years, with over a billion users worldwide. However, many people may not realize the impact it's having on the retail sector, particularly when it comes to the democratization of discovery. In Melissa’s conversation with Matt, we dive into how TikTok is influencing retail and e-commerce, and how retailers can leverage the platform to create engaging and effective campaigns. Matt shares his insights on how TikTok works with retailers to create compelling content that resonates with their target audience. He also provides advice for retailers who are new to using TikTok for their marketing efforts and explains how they can get started and see real results. As TikTok continues to grow and evolve, Matt gives us a snea

This episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast was recorded live from our podcast studio at Shoptalk 2023. In this episode, Host Gabriella Bock sits down with Maureen Kelly, founder and CEO of Tarte Cosmetics. During their conversation, Maureen shares her inspiring story of why she started Tarte Cosmetics and how she grew the brand to become one of the key players in the beauty industry. A pioneer in the beauty industry, Maureen also shares insights into how she navigates the ever-changing landscape of social media while staying true to Tarte's authentic brand voice. Maureen offers valuable advice and tips for leaders who want to give back to causes near and dear to them. This interview is a must-listen for anyone who is interested in learning how to build an authentic brand, leverage social media and influencers, and turn a passion into a successful business. If you enjoyed this episode, please let us know by subscribing to our channel and giving us a 5 star rating us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

This episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast was recorded Live at Shoptalk 2023. Guest host James Tenser sits down with Peter Pernot-Day, Global Head of Strategy and Corporate Affairs at SHEIN, one of the world's fastest-growing apparel retailers. In this interview, we delve deep into SHEIN's mission and its unique on-demand business model that has propelled the company to success over the past few years. We discuss the factors that have contributed to SHEIN's explosive growth and how they have been able to maintain this level of success. Furthermore, we also explore the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on SHEIN's supply chain operations and how they have adapted to the challenges presented by the crisis. Join us as we get an exclusive insight into the world of SHEIN and what's on the horizon for the global brand. If you enjoyed this episode, please let us know by subscribing to our channel and giving us a 5 star rating us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. - - - - - - Host: Top Retail Influencer James Tens