Episodes

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: 🎮 Walmart just launched Walmart Unlimited, a shoppable video game experience designed to merge immersive gaming and e-commerce. But is this the future of shopping or just another metaverse experiment destined to fail? In this week's episode, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capita...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: 🛋️ Furniture.com is shaking up the industry by integrating real-time inventory, search data, and in-store browsing into one seamless furniture shopping platform. Could this be the next big thing in home furnishings, or will giants like Wayfair and Walmart respond with their own versions? In this week's episode, sponsored...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: 🛒 Publix is facing a class-action lawsuit over allegations of overcharging customers on weighted food items. Did a simple pricing error cause this, or is there a bigger problem with grocery store transparency? In this week's episode, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, we br...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: 🚀 Amazon has launched Alexa Plus, its next-generation AI-powered assistant—but is it truly revolutionary or just another Alexa upgrade? 🤔 In this week's episode, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, we discuss its new features, generative AI improvements, and whether it final...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Target teaming up with Warby Parker to bring in-store eyewear services to select locations—but is this a brilliant retail move or a risky bet? 🤔 In this week's episode, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, we break down how this partnership benefits both brands, potential oper...

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne discussed: All the wrinkles surrounding Target and Warby Parker’s new partnership (Source) The launch of Alexa+ (Source) The deceptive pricing lawsuit against Publix (Source) Furniture.com’s unique take on omnichannel commerce (Source) And closed with an examination of Walmart Unlimited, Walmart’s new video game shopping experience (Source...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: An LA Raiders Latch Hook Lightning Round For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/mJ9TENRdNnE 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, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If They're Buying Or Selling: Walmart’s New Ai Tool For Merchants, Aka Wally? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/mJ9TENRdNnE 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, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Kroger And Schnucks Enhancing Their Quick Delivery Offerings Via Instacart For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/mJ9TENRdNnE 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, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Sprouts Launching Its First-ever Loyalty Program For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/mJ9TENRdNnE 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, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Joann Closing All Its Stores For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/mJ9TENRdNnE 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, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Adidas Offering Buy With Prime Via Its App & Website For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/mJ9TENRdNnE This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

How is AI transforming beauty retail? At eTail Palm Springs, Milani Cosmetics CMO Jeremy Lowenstein joins Omni Talk Retail to discuss how the brand is using AI, social listening, and influencer marketing to create a seamless shopping experience across online and its in-store channels. 🛍 Key Moments: ✅ (2:42) – How Milani’s baked blush is handcrafted in Italy ✅ (5:08) – The role of AI in content creation & personalization ✅ (6:55) – Why influencers are shaping brand perception ✅ (8:54) – How...

How can AI-driven pricing optimization boost retail profits and customer loyalty? 🚀 Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga sit down with Matt Pavich, Senior Director of Strategy & Innovation at Revionics, to discuss how AI-powered pricing is shaping the future of retail and what retailers must do to stay competitive. 📌 Key Moments: ⏩ 00:00 – Intro ⏩ 02:00 – Why pricing optimization is the biggest lever in retail ⏩ 07:15 – The evolving complexity of pricing in retail today ⏩ 12:45 – AI-powered price o...

In this insightful episode of Omni Talk Retail, Anne sits down with Kevin Moffitt, President of Office Depot and Office Max, live from eTail 2025! Kevin shares how his team is focusing on small business needs, AI-powered operational improvements, and omnichannel experiences. 📌 Key Moments: 0:06 - Welcome to eTail 2025 & sponsor shoutout 1:00 - Kevin’s role at Office Depot and the importance of small businesses 2:35 - How Office Depot is catering to digital-first customers 4:50 - The evoluti...

How is DSW adapting its approach to loyalty? 🤔 In this exclusive interview from eTail West 2025, Paige Sheedy, VP of Growth Marketing at DSW, shares how the brand is using AI, predictive modeling, and personalization to enhance customer loyalty and drive engagement. 📌 Key Moments: ⏩ 00:00 – Intro & Sponsor Shoutout ⏩ 01:30 – How DSW Defines Modern Loyalty & Customer Retention ⏩ 03:45 – The Role of AI & Predictive Modeling in Personalization ⏩ 06:00 – DSW’s Omnichannel Strategy for Customer ...

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Anne remoted in from eTail West, Chris was back home in Minneapolis, and together they discussed: Adidas offering Amazon Buy with Prime via its website and app (Source) Joann no longer being in the fabric of our lives (Source) Sprouts launching its first-ever loyalty program (Source) Kroger and Schnucks enhancing their quick delivery offerings via Instaca...

We’re live from eTail West in Palm Springs with NetElixir CEO Udayan Bose, who breaks down the latest innovations in AI-driven retail marketing. From predictive analytics to strategic experimentation, Udayan shares how brands can increase revenue, optimize Google and Meta ad spending, and navigate the digital marketing evolution. 🔹 [0:14] Live from eTail West: Introducing NetElixir and its mission 🔹 [1:06] Udayan’s 19-year journey with eTail and key industry shifts 🔹 [2:30] How NetElixir pion...

We’re live from eTail West with Andrei Rebrov, CTO & Co-Founder of Scentbird, to explore the transformative power of AI in retail. From personalized fragrance recommendations to AI-driven automation, Andrei shares how technology is redefining customer experiences and workplace efficiency. 🔹 [0:14] Welcome to eTail West: Scentbird’s evolution from fragrance subscription to a global scent destination 🔹 [2:18] The challenge of discovering new scents online & how Scentbird solves it 🔹 [4:45] How ...

In this episode, Rick Egan, VP of Performance Marketing at Beyond (Bed Bath & Beyond & Overstock), explores how AI and first-party data are impacting digital marketing strategies. Learn about the role of behavioral AI in customer acquisition, the impact of predictive analytics on promotions, and the future of AI-powered search and personalization. 🔹 [0:14] Live from eTail West: Introducing Rick Egan & Beyond’s marketing strategy 🔹 [1:25] Rick’s early days in e-commerce & the evolution of digit...

Live from eTail West, Walmart EVP Denise Incandela shares how Walmart is reshaping its fashion business with premium private brands, national brand partnerships, and an expanding marketplace. Discover how Walmart is reaching new customers, enhancing in-store experiences, and leveraging AI for a personalized shopping journey. 🔹 [0:14] Live from eTail West: Walmart’s evolving fashion strategy 🔹 [1:07] How Walmart is shifting beyond basics to full lifestyle offerings 🔹 [2:40] National brand part...

In this episode, we dive into the latest trends in retail investing with Claire Cherry, Partner at Era VC. Claire shares her journey from science to venture capital and provides a deep dive into how consumer brands can thrive in today's competitive landscape. 🔹 [1:09] Claire Cherry’s background and journey into venture capital 🔹 [2:28] What Era VC looks for in early-stage consumer brands 🔹 [4:09] Key investment areas: longevity, functional food, and wellness 🔹 [6:07] The rise of food as medi...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga, along with special guest hosts from the A&M Consumer & Retail group David Brown and Lisa Collier discuss: How "The Price Of Wishes Has Increased With Inflation" In The Latest Lightning Round For the full episode head here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5GLcP12oeI This podcast uses the following third-party services for analy...

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga, along with special guest hosts from the A&M Consumer & Retail group David Brown and Lisa Collier discuss: The Pros And Cons Of Amazon Featuring Products From Other Websites Within Its App For the full episode head here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5GLcP12oeI This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis...