This week on the OmniTalk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, Quorso, and Veloq, Chris Walton is joined by Jenn Hahn, Founder & CEO of J Recruiting Services, for a deep dive into the biggest retail headlines shaping early 2026. The…
Watch the full video with Dematic’s Kim Baudry here: https://youtu.be/NWlzA-ewpDk
Watch the full video with Dematic’s Kim Baudry here: https://youtu.be/NWlzA-ewpDk
Watch the full video with Microsoft’s Amy Vener here: https://youtu.be/yUqgI6oCl8o
Watch the full video with Dematic’s Kim Baudry here: https://youtu.be/NWlzA-ewpDk
Watch the full video with Microsoft’s Amy Vener here: https://youtu.be/yUqgI6oCl8o
Watch the full video with Ulta Beauty’s Josh Friedman here: https://youtu.be/EuuW71Bsji8
Recorded live at FMI 2026, Omni Talk Retail hosts Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton wrap up their conference coverage with Benjamin Bond, SVP, Strategy & Client Success at Simbe, from the Simbe booth. In this final interview of the conference, Ben shares how Simbe thinks about long term strategy while…
Recorded live at FMI 2026, Omni Talk Retail hosts Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton sit down with Justin Weinstein, EVP, Chief Merchandising & Marketing Officer at Giant Eagle, Inc., from the Simbe booth. Justin shares an update on Giant Eagle’s progress since their last conversation, including how the company is…
Recorded live at FMI 2026, Omni Talk Retail hosts Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton sit down with Alyssa Vescio, Chief Merchandising Officer at The Fresh Market, from the Simbe booth. In this conversation, Alyssa shares her career journey from Target to Whole Foods Market and now The Fresh Market, and…
Does Magic Mike Live really belong on Broadway? Anne questions whether the Vegas-style show translates to a Broadway stage or if this move signals a deeper struggle to attract audiences. With plenty of traditional productions still ahead on his list, he frames Magic Mike’s arrival as less innovation and more…
If your wardrobe could only be one designer, who would you choose? Reflecting on the passing of fashion icon Valentino, Chris shares why fit ultimately drives his choice, pointing to Hugo Boss as a brand that consistently gets it right. In a world of endless options, comfort, confidence, and knowing…
Should weddings even have a first dance anymore? Reacting to Brooklyn Beckham’s story about his mother stepping in during the scheduled first dance, Anne questions whether the tradition still makes sense at all. From awkward spotlight moments to unnecessary pressure, she argues it may be better to skip the ritual…
Why are handwritten letters, calligraphy, and typewriters suddenly cool again? Chris reflects on the resurgence of tactile creativity and shares the story of the last letter he ever wrote. As digital overload pushes people toward more intentional, hands-on expression, analog writing tools are finding new life through nostalgia, storytelling, and…
Are retailers buying or selling Tally’s 4.0 upgrades? Chris explains why the latest enhancements make retail robots more valuable than ever, pointing to expanded coverage across produce and freezers and what that unlocks for store operations. With consistent scanning, fewer out-of-stocks, and near full-store visibility now within reach, Tally 4.0…
If retail brands are leaning into entertainment, who will wear it better: Fanatics or Gap? Anne explains why Fanatics has a built-in advantage, pointing to sports as a powerful content flywheel, deep consumer data, and a clean-slate approach to entertainment. While Gap’s creative studio strategy can support brand marketing and…
Will consumers really shop Walmart for high-end espresso machines, designer chairs, and colorful crockpots? Chris explains why price, search behavior, and fast delivery make premium home categories a natural expansion for Walmart. Drawing on his experience running home furnishings at Target, he argues that brand trust, value, and shipping speed…
