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Feb. 8, 2024

Starbucks Overnight, Zac Posen & Amazon’s Rufus Has Us Barking Like A Dog

In this week’s Omni Talk Fast Five retail news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris and Anne were live from Manifest as they discussed: - Amazon’s new AI-assistant Rufus - Grabango’s large scale autonomous store installation with Aldi near Chicago -…

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Feb. 7, 2024

Live From Manifest 2024 | Food Distributor Bets Big on AI and Startups for Supply Chain Innovation

Jeff Barry, Chief Innovation Officer at Dot Foods, joins us to share how the wholesale food redistributor is driving innovation across its supply chain operations and business models. Listen as Jeff explains Dot Foods' approach to piloting new AI capabilities for fuel procurement optimization, predictive truck maintenance, and more. We…

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Feb. 7, 2024

Live From Manifest 2024 | Serta Simmons Supply Chain Leader on Resilience, DEI, & AI for Visibility

Bhavani Subramaniam, Chief Supply Chain Officer at mattress manufacturer Serta Simmons, joins us to discuss the complexities of managing a made-to-order supply chain. He explains how they build resilience through dual sourcing, nearshoring, and an intense focus on supply chain visibility, along with how his team uses data analytics and…

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Feb. 7, 2024

Live From Manifest 2024 | Mars Supply Chain Exec On Partnerships For Automation & Omnichannel Growth

Kristen Daihes, Vice President of Global Supply Chain at Mars, shares her approach to building partnerships across Mars' vast manufacturing and distribution network. Learn how Kristen leverages industry conferences to connect with peers and vendors to advance Mars' warehouse and factory automation, tackle tough omnichannel challenges like same day delivery…

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Feb. 6, 2024

Live From Manifest 2024 | The Future of Distribution & Supply Chain at American Tire

We go live from Manifest 2024 to speak with Moid Alwy, EVP & Chief Supply Chain Officer at American Tire Distributors, about the future of distribution and supply chain. Topics include the launch of their B2B marketplace "Radius", last mile delivery scaling, AI implications, network design changes, omnichannel complexity, inventory…

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Feb. 6, 2024

Live From Manifest 2024 | The Future of Returns & Supply Chain with Happy Returns' CEO David Sobie

We go live from Manifest 2024 to speak with David Sobie, Co-Founder and CEO of Happy Returns, on the future of retail returns and innovations in supply chain. Topics include their recent acquisition by UPS, plans for expansion through large enterprise retailers, incorporating more automation like robots into their processing…

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Feb. 6, 2024

Live From Manifest 2024 | Krispy Kreme's Innovation & Development Leader

We go live from Manifest 2024 to speak with Patrick McIntyre, Head of Development at Krispy Kreme, about retail and supply chain innovation. Topics include omnichannel expansion, automating the consumer journey, daily delivered fresh donuts, scaling up production and delivery, partnerships with Amazon and others, using AI and technology to…

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Feb. 6, 2024

Live at Manifest 2024 | Future of Logistics & Supply Chain Tech with DHL's Drew Taranto

We go live at Manifest 2024 to discuss the future of retail logistics and supply chain technology innovations with Drew Taranto, Senior Director of E-commerce Strategy at DHL. Topics covered include omni-channel retail trends, B2B ordering experiences, cost reduction through automation and AI, machine learning for better decision making, returns…

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Feb. 6, 2024

Who Will Surprise?

Ethan Chernofsky, SVP at Placer.ai, talks about the negative surprises that have and could still impact retail. Watch the full interview with Ethan here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxtNaptruTA&t=1s #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement #fashionretail #luxuryretail #beauty Chris Walton Anne Mezzenga

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Feb. 6, 2024

Who Will Embrace Agility?

Ethan Chernofsky, SVP at Placer.ai, discusses how the retail world is changing faster than ever, and the question on everyone's mind is: Who Will Embrace Agility? Watch the full interview with Ethan here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxtNaptruTA&t=1s #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement #fashionretail #luxuryretail #beauty Chris Walton Anne…

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Feb. 6, 2024

Where Will The Big Shifts Settle?

Ethan Chernofsky, SVP at Placer.ai, discusses how the retail industry could settle out in 2024. Watch the full interview with Ethan here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxtNaptruTA&t=1s #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement #fashionretail #luxuryretail #beauty Chris Walton Anne Mezzenga

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Feb. 6, 2024

What Did We Learn From (& About) The Holidays?

Ethan Chernofsky, SVP at Placer.ai, discusses the retail industry and what we've learned from the holidays – it's fascinating! From the surge in e-commerce to the importance of seamless shopping experiences, the holiday season offers valuable insights for businesses. Watch the full interview with Ethan here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxtNaptruTA&t=1s #retail #retailing #grocery…

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Feb. 6, 2024

How Is The Shopping Center Changing?

Ethan Chernofsky, SVP at Placer.ai, dives deep into the evolving landscape of shopping centers! Join the discussion as he explores the exciting changes shaping the future of retail and how it impacts your shopping experience. Watch the full interview with Ethan here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxtNaptruTA&t=1s #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing…

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Feb. 6, 2024

How Big Of An Effect Will Value Have In 2024?

Ethan Chernofsky, SVP at Placer.ai, has a lot to say about the transformative power of value in 2024. Watch the full interview with Ethan here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxtNaptruTA&t=1s #retail #retailing #grocery #conveniencestores #cpg #branding #advertisingandmarketing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry #supplychainmanagement #fashionretail #luxuryretail #beauty

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Feb. 3, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | TikTok Trials Making All Posts Shoppable

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest host Ben Miller of Shoptalk discussed: TikTok Trialing Making All Posts Shoppable For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/hjehOT4ddMM

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Feb. 3, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Should A Grocery Store Really Feel Like Pokemon GO?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest host Ben Miller of Shoptalk discussed: If A Grocery Store Really Feel Like Pokemon GO? For the full episode head here:…

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Feb. 3, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | You Better Self-Checkout Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest host Ben Miller of Shoptalk discussed: Everseen's new self-checkout data For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/hjehOT4ddMM

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Feb. 3, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Walmart Store Managers To Make Up To $400K/Year

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest host Ben Miller of Shoptalk discussed: Walmart Store Managers Making Up To $400K/Year For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/hjehOT4ddMM

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Feb. 3, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | What Do All These Layoffs Mean For The Future?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest host Ben Miller of Shoptalk discussed: What All These Layoffs Mean For The Future For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/hjehOT4ddMM

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Feb. 1, 2024

Self-Checkout Losses Spike, Walmart Managers Get MASSIVE Raises, TikTok Turns ALL Videos Shoppable!

Shoptalk's VP of Original Content and Strategy, Ben Miller, joins retail experts Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga as they break down the top retail news of the week in just 5 headlines. Learn how losses at self-checkout have doubled, hear why Walmart is offering their store managers up to $400K…

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Jan. 30, 2024

The 5 Biggest Questions Facing Retailers In 2024

In this retail industry discussion, Placer.ai's Ethan Chernofsky and Omni Talk Retail's Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga analyze holiday shopping patterns, the continued impact of value consciousness among consumers, shifts in shopping centers like mixed-use development and placemaking, the return to office, migration trends, and the power of pop-up shops.…

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Jan. 26, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | How Should Retailers Merchandise To Generation Alpha?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Manola Soler and Michael Prendergast discussed: How Retailers Should Merchandise To…

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Jan. 26, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Will Plan & Order Stores Work For IKEA?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Manola Soler and Michael Prendergast discussed: If Plan & Order Stores…

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Jan. 26, 2024

Fast Five Shorts | Can Wayfair's CEO Remove The Egg From His Face?

In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Manola Soler and Michael Prendergast discussed: If Wayfair's CEO Remove The…

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