Episodes

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris and Anne discussed: Walmart’s new BNPL offering (Source: CNBC) Grubhub’s Mercato partnership (Source: Chain Store Age) Amazon’s low cost subscription grocery delivery plan (Source: Reuters) Instagram getting AI-powered search (Source: Daily Star) And closed with a look at the WSJ report last week that Amazon was running a secret operation to gain in...

In this exclusive interview from the VusionGroup studio at the World Retail Congress in Paris, Jose Gomez, Chief Development Officer at ETAM Group, sits down with Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga from Omni Talk to discuss the company's innovative approach to retail development and customer experience. ETAM Group, a leader in lingerie brands with over 1,500 stores across 50 countries, is revolutionizing the in-store experience with cutting-edge technology. Discover how ETAM Group is: Leveraging i...

In this exclusive interview from the VusionGroup stuido at the World Retail Congress in Paris, Sanjay Luthra, Executive Vice President EMEA and Global Direct-to-Consumer at Mattel, sits down with Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga from Omni Talk to discuss the company's innovative approach to building a premium D2C business. Discover how Mattel Creations is tapping into the growing market of adult fans and collectors, known as "kidults," by offering customized, nostalgic products and immersive digit...

In this exclusive interview from the VusionGroup studio at the World Retail Congress in Paris, Fahed Ghanim, CEO of Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle, sits down with Omni Talk's Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga to discuss the company's success in bringing fashion brands to the Middle East. With a portfolio of over 29 shopping malls, Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle is a major player in the region's retail landscape. Discover how Fahed and his team: Identify and bring relevant, exciting brands like Abercrombi...

In this exclusive interview from the VusionGroup studio at the World Retail Congress in Paris, Anton Vincent, President of Mars Wrigley North America and Global Ice Cream, sits down with Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga of Omni Talk to discuss the company's approach to engaging Gen Z consumers, creating memorable retail experiences, and driving innovation in the ice cream category. Discover how Mars Wrigley is: Leveraging iconic brands like M&M's, Snickers, and Twix to stay relevant to younger c...

In this exclusive interview with Omni Talk recorded in the VusionGroup studio live at the World Retail Congress in Paris, Ian Bailey, Managing Director of Kmart Group Australia, shares fascinating insights into the world of Australian retail. Discover how Kmart Australia differentiates itself through its strong focus on own brands, rapid product development, and the integration of cutting-edge technology like 3D design. Key takeaways: The power of private label and Kmart Australia's unique app...

In this exclusive interview from the VusionGroup studio at the World Retail Congress in Paris, Scott Price, CEO of DFI Retail Group, sits down with Omni Talk's Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga to discuss the critical issues shaping the future of retail in Asia. With over 11,000 stores across 13 countries, DFI Retail Group is a major player in the Asian market, operating food, health and beauty, and convenience stores, as well as the IKEA franchise in multiple markets. Key Takeaways: The growing ...

In this exclusive interview recorded live from the VusionGroup studio at the World Retail Congress in Paris, Susan Viscon, VP and Executive Director of Path Ahead Ventures at REI, sits down with Omni Talk's Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga to discuss the groundbreaking venture fund aimed at supporting entrepreneurs of color in the outdoor industry. With a career spanning over two decades at REI, including a role as Chief Merchant, Susan shares her journey and the inspiration behind Path Ahead Vent...

Join Omni Talk's Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga as they speak with Martin Urrutia Islas, Global Head of Retail Innovation and Experience at Lego, live from the VusionGroup studio at the World Retail Congress in Paris. In this exclusive interview, Martin shares the secrets behind Lego's success in creating engaging retail experiences that keep customers coming back for more. Discover how Lego: Develops and tests new in-store experiences, like the Minifigure Factory Balances digital and analog ...

Join us for an enlightening session from the VusionGroup studio at the World Retail Congress in Paris. In this exclusive interview, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga delve into a transformative discussion with Ulrika Biesert, Chief People Officer of the Ingka Group, the organization behind IKEA. Discover how IKEA integrates Swedish heritage with modern retail challenges to foster a workplace that believes in the magic of empowering its people. Learn about the strategies that have led to remarkable...

In this insightful interview from the VusionGroup studio at the World Retail Congress in Paris, Elsa Pedro do Souto, who currently works at MARS as the Global Senior Manager for Data & Analytics Engagement, sits down with Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga from Omni Talk to discuss the evolving role of data in driving personalized, human-centric retail experiences. With a diverse background spanning retail banking, energy, and now the retail industry, Elsa shares her unique perspective on the power ...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five live from the World Retail Congress in Paris, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW-Logistics and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: A Parisian, Cookie-Filled, Lighting Round This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five live from the World Retail Congress in Paris, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW-Logistics and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Just Walk Out Or The Dash Cart? Which One Is Better? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/CtdgYyYnafs This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five live from the World Retail Congress in Paris, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW-Logistics and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Why Aldi’s New “Aldigo” Store With Grabango So Notable For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/CtdgYyYnafs This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five live from the World Retail Congress in Paris, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW-Logistics and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: How Long It'll Be Before We See Zoom Cashiers At More QSRs? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/CtdgYyYnafs This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five live from the World Retail Congress in Paris, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW-Logistics and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Powered By Gopuff: Smart? Desperate? Or Both? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/CtdgYyYnafs This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five live from the World Retail Congress in Paris, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW-Logistics and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: What’s So Special About Walmart Canada’s Store Of The Future For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/CtdgYyYnafs This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privac...

In this exclusive 5 Insightful Minutes interview, Chad Lusk, Managing Director at the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, shares eye-opening insights from their latest consumer sentiment survey. Discover how the economic downturn is impacting consumer spending trends, particularly among high-income households, and learn how retailers can adapt their strategies in marketing, inventory management, and pricing. Key takeaways: Discretionary spending shifts and the prioritization of experiential purchas...

In this exclusive and candid interview with Omni Talk, Dilip Kumar, Amazon's VP of AWS Applications, sets the record straight on the future of the company's groundbreaking Just Walk Out technology and its Amazon Dash Carts. Kumar discusses the decision to pull Just Walk Out from Amazon Fresh stores, explaining how Dash Carts are the foundational platform for larger format grocery stores. He also dives into the role of computer vision, sensor fusion, and retail analytics in shaping the future o...

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris and Anne discussed: Walmart Canada’s big store of the future reveal (Source: Canadian Grocer) Gopuff’s debut of “Powered by Gopuff” (Source: Chain Store Age) A NYC Chicken restaurant that has replaced its cashiers with Zoom (Source: 404 Media) Aldi retrofitting a store to become checkout-free with Grabango (Source: Chain Store Age) Their perspective...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: A lightning round of questions around Eclipse Soundtracks, JCP Splurges, and More! For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/6L4-pympUzo This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If Home Depot Just Spent A Boatload To Acquire SRS For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/6L4-pympUzo This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If Costco Hit A Home Run With Ozempic? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/6L4-pympUzo This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: What Kroger Shutting Down Its Spoke Facilities Says About E-grocery? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/6L4-pympUzo This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy