Episodes

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: GapVintage: What’s The Verdict? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/2w2T7EP2Liw This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Aldi Selling Back Stores It Had Acquired From Southeastern Grocers For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/2w2T7EP2Liw This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this latest 5 Insightful Minutes episode, Caitlin Allen, SVP of Market at Simbe, breaks down the key misconceptions retail executives have about automation, why data quality is critical, and how top retailers are scaling AI-driven solutions. Learn the difference between good and bad computer vision AI, how autonomous robots are driving efficiency, and why collaboration between HQ and store teams is essential for successful tech rollouts. Plus, hear real-life "Aha" moments from retailers who...

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, and Scratch Event DJs, Chris and Anne discussed: The many angles to Aldi’s decision to sell back some of the stores it previously purchased from Southeastern Grocers (Source) How bullish they both are on Gap’s new vintage clothing play (Source) Why EG America’s new partnership with Quorso heralds a new age of store management technology (Source) If Save A Lot...

Join Nate Shutes, VP of Global Fulfillment & Logistics at Blue Dot, as he explores predictive supply chains, AI-driven scheduling, and the challenges of furniture logistics. Learn how Blu Dot is leveraging AI, warehouse automation, and workforce strategies to optimize e-commerce fulfillment and improve last-mile delivery efficiency. ⏳ Important Timestamps: 0:00 - Welcome & introduction from Manifest 2025 0:47 - Meet Nate Shutes, VP of Global Fulfillment & Logistics at Blu Dot 1:15 - Overview...

At Manifest 2025, we talk with Justin Liu, U.S. Country Manager for Alibaba.com, about how AI and automation are transforming the B2B sourcing experience. With new AI-powered communication tools, supplier verification, and automated comparison reports, Alibaba.com is streamlining supply chain operations for U.S. buyers and sellers. Learn how businesses can optimize sourcing, mitigate risks, and expand globally using Alibaba’s latest innovations. ⏳ Important Timestamps: 0:00 - Welcome & introdu...

At Manifest 2025, Birger Beusching, Head of Supply Chain for Philips North America, shares insights on supply chain transformation, AI-powered decision-making, and enhancing supply chain visibility. Learn how Philips is optimizing operations, improving planning efficiency, and leveraging AI for data-driven supply chain management. ⏳ Important Timestamps: 0:00 - Welcome & introduction from Manifest 2025 0:47 - Meet Birger Beusching, Head of Supply Chain at Philips 1:30 - Overview of Philips' ...

At Manifest 2025, we talk with Wesley Williams, VP of Supply Chain at Daily Harvest, about the biggest supply chain challenges and strategies for 2025. Instead of chasing the latest AI trends, Daily Harvest is doubling down on fundamentals like ERP, transportation management, and materials resource planning (MRP). Learn how supply chain leaders are making the most of their existing technology while preparing for long-term innovation and scalability. ⏳ Important Timestamps: 0:00 - Welcome & int...

The Future of Logistics & Supply Chain Automation is here! Live from Manifest 2025, we talk with Blake Neal, TGW Logistics Head of Business Development, about the biggest industry trends, including AI-driven warehouse solutions, supply chain efficiency, and automation in logistics. Whether you’re in retail, grocery, or apparel, this episode covers the most important innovations shaping the future of logistics. ⏳ Important Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction & welcome to Manifest 2025 0:33 - Shout...

What’s happening with retail automation in 2025? Investment in supply chain technology appears to be flattening out as retailers shift focus from large new projects to optimizing existing infrastructure. Anne and Chris sit down with Kim Baudry from Dematic to explore what this means for AI in logistics, warehouse automation, and the future of retail distribution. ⏳ Timestamps: 0:00 – Introduction & welcome to Kim Baudry 1:03 – The current state of automation investment in retail 3:00 – Why ...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: A Suitcase Full Of Sunshine Lightning Round For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/ySon4C9S-hQ This podcast uses the following third-party services for analys...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: The Impact Walmart's Same-Day RX Delivery Will Have On The Healthcare Landscape For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/ySon4C9S-hQ This podcast uses the follo...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: What We Should Make Of IKEA's Secondhand Marketplace For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/ySon4C9S-hQ This podcast uses the following third-party services f...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: The Pros Or Cons of Clinics Inside Of Retail Stores For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/ySon4C9S-hQ This podcast uses the following third-party services fo...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: If The Third Time's The Charm For Buybuy Baby For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/ySon4C9S-hQ This podcast uses the following third-party services for anal...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Ocampo Capital and Scratch Event DJs Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by special co-host and Shoptalk and Groceryshop’s VP of Original Content and Strategy Ben Miller. In this clip, the group discusses: The New CVS App And What It It Means For Customers For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/ySon4C9S-hQ This podcast uses the following third-party services for...

🎙️ Omni Talk Retail Ask An Expert – Featuring Placer.ai’s Ethan Chernofsky Retailers are rethinking their store formats, customer engagement strategies, and location choices—but what does the foot traffic data actually say? Placer.ai’s SVP of Marketing, Ethan Chernofsky, joins Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga to analyze real consumer shopping trends and predict what’s next for retail in 2025. Timestamps & Discussion Topics: ⏩ (0:00) – Intro ⏩ (3:45) – The return of the “third place” in retail ...

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, and Scratch Event DJs, Shoptalk’s VP of Original Content & Strategy, Ben Miller, joined Chris and Anne to discuss: CVS Health’s new app rollout (Source) Beyond buying back BuyBuy Baby (Source) Walgreens’ plans to close down 47 of its in-store health clinics in Illinois (Source) IKEA’s decision to expand its secondhand furniture marketplace in Europe (Source) ...

🎙 Omni Talk Retail Live at FMI 2025: Coborn’s COO David Best on Grocery Innovation 🎙 Join Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga as they speak with David Best, President & COO of Coborn’s, about how the regional grocer is innovating through food service, customer experience, and store operations live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025. ⏳ Key Moments: 00:00 - Introduction: Live from FMI 2025 with Coborn’s 01:30 - David’s Background and Journey from Target to Coborn’s 03:45 - How Coborn’s Compet...

🎙 Omni Talk Retail Live at FMI 2025: Benjamin Bond on Retail Automation with Simbe Robotics 🎙 Join Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga as they speak with Benjamin Bond, VP of Strategy & Business Development at Simbe Robotics, about how automation and AI are transforming grocery retail. ⏳ Key Moments: 00:00 - Introduction: Live from FMI 2025 with Simbe Robotics 01:30 - Benjamin’s Background and Role at Simbe 03:20 - The Impact of AI & Automation on Retail 06:00 - Key Benefits of Using Tally for In...

🎙 Omni Talk Retail Live at FMI 2025: A Conversation with Hy-Vee CMO Kathryn Mazza 🎙 Join Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga for an exclusive interview with Katherine Maza, newly appointed Chief Marketing Officer of Hy-Vee live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025. She shares insights on retail media, supplier partnerships, and the role of technology in grocery marketing. ⏳ Key Moments: 00:00 - Introduction: Live from FMI 2025 with Hy-Vee’s New CMO 02:30 - Kathryn's Journey from Retail Media t...

🎙 Omni Talk Retail Live from FMI 2025 🎙 Join Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga as they sit down with Karen Fang Grant, Managing Director at Accenture, live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025, to discuss how AI, robotics, and automation are transforming grocery retail. From shifting consumer demographics to new strategies for omnichannel success, this conversation is packed with insights. ⏳ Key Moments: 00:00 - Welcome & Introduction: Live from FMI 2025 with Accenture 02:00 - Consumer Behav...

🎙 Omni Talk Retail Live from FMI 2025 🎙 Join Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga as they chat with Bobby Gibbs, Partner at Oliver Wyman, live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025, about the evolving grocery landscape. From Walmart’s aggressive digital expansion to the growing intersection of healthcare and retail, this episode uncovers game-changing insights. ⏳ Key Moments: 00:00 - Welcome & Introduction: Live from FMI 2025 with Oliver Wyman 02:00 - The Future of Grocery Growth: Capturing more...

🎙 OmniTalk Retail Podcast | Live from FMI 2025 🎙 Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga chat with Corey Rochkin of Oliver Wyman about the latest robotic automation trends in grocery retail live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025. From AI-driven inventory tracking to customer service enhancements, discover how retailers are integrating cutting-edge technology to boost store efficiency. ⏱ Time Stamps & Topics: 🔹 [0:00] – Live from FMI 2025 at the Simbe Robotics Booth 🔹 [1:00] – Corey Rochkin’s ro...