NRF CEO: Why Retail is Beating Growth Forecasts (The Tariff Factor) Matt Shay, President & CEO of NRF, reveals why retail is currently outperforming expectations and the surprising factor driving accelerated growth. Spoiler: it's not what you think. Recorded live from the VusionGroup Podcast Studio at NRF Europe, this is…
Top 10% of Americans Now Control 50%+ of All Consumer Spending NRF President & CEO Matt Shay drops a bombshell statistic that's reshaping retail strategy: the top 10% of American households by wealth now account for MORE THAN HALF of all consumption - up from just 37% a decade ago.…
NRF CEO: "Number 1, 2, and 3 Priority is Really Tariffs" In a candid moment, NRF President & CEO Matt Shay reveals that tariffs dominate EVERY retail boardroom conversation. But it's not about fighting them anymore - it's about execution and survival. Recorded live from the VusionGroup Podcast Studio at…
"Fashion Should Be For Everybody" - Walmart's $15-35 Fashion Revolution Designer Brandon Maxwell, Creative Director for Walmart's Scoop and Free Assembly brands, reveals how Walmart is achieving the "biggest price gaps to market in the whole fashion box" - delivering luxury-quality pieces at 1/3 to 1/4 the price of comparable…
Instacart's VP Reveals European Expansion Strategy & Partnership Evolution Ryan Hamburger, VP of Commercial Partnerships at Instacart, shares insider details on the company's 10-year journey and ambitious international expansion plans. Speaking from NRF Europe in Paris, he reveals why Europe is Instacart's "next frontier." Recorded live from the VusionGroup Podcast…
Instacart's 70-75% Incremental Sales Secret Instacart's Ryan Hamburger, VP of Commercial Partnerships drops a bombshell metric: they deliver 70-75% incremental sales for retail partners - meaning these aren't just customers switching channels, but genuinely NEW sales growth. Recorded live from the VusionGroup Podcast Studio at NRF Europe, this is essential…
EXCLUSIVE Interview: Instacart VP Reveals Consumer Behavior Shifts Driving Retail Strategy Ryan Hamburger, VP of Commercial Partnerships at Instacart, breaks down the key consumer trends reshaping grocery delivery and retail partnerships. Recorded live from NRF Europe in Paris, this deep-dive reveals how affordability concerns are transforming the industry. Recorded live…
EXCLUSIVE: Instacart's VP of Commercial Partnerships Ryan Hamburger breaks down the metrics that matter and reveals how the company is preparing for an agentic AI future. Recorded live from the VusionGroup Podcast Studio at NRF Europe in Paris, Ryan shares insights on: ✅ Why affordability is reshaping grocery delivery strategy…
EXCLUSIVE: NRF President & CEO Matt Shay reveals what topics are dominating every retail boardroom conversation and shares his outlook for the industry's future. In this must-watch interview recorded live from the VusionGroup studio at NRF Europe's inaugural show in Paris, Matt breaks down: ✅ Why retail is outperforming growth…
The Incredible True Story Behind Brandon Maxwell's $98 Walmart Blazer This will give you chills. Celebrated designer Brandon Maxwell opens up about his 10-year journey from dreaming of Walmart to making it his reality. From selling his first tiny collection to Bergdorf Goodman to asking everyone at parties "Do you…
EXCLUSIVE: Go Behind the Scenes at Walmart's Game-Changing NYFW Pop-Up! Join Denise Incandela (EVP of Fashion at Walmart) and celebrated designer Brandon Maxwell as they reveal how Walmart is revolutionizing fashion accessibility in America. From the heart of NYC's Meatpacking District, discover the strategy behind Walmart's incredible fashion transformation. Recorded…
Go behind the scenes at Walmart’s New York Fashion Week pop-up with Denise Incandela, EVP of Fashion at Walmart, and designer Brandon Maxwell, Creative Director for Scoop and Free Assembly, and the designer behind his own celebrated luxury brand. Discover how Walmart is democratizing fashion through elevated private brands, exclusive…
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Spinal Tap: The End Continues - Why We Still Say "Dialed Up to 11" The New Orleans Film Society is partnering with the Broad Theater for an exclusive advanced screening of "Spinal Tap: The End continues" in late October, bringing back the legendary mockumentary that gave us one of pop…
Would You Pay to See an AI-Generated Movie? OpenAI's $30M Film ExperimentOpenAI is making waves with "Critterz" - a feature-length animated movie created with AI tools in under 9 months for less than $30 million, debuting at Cannes Film Festival. But would audiences actually pay to see AI-generated films in…
Rating Ariana Grande's Talent: Is She Really an 11/10? With Ariana Grande's Eternal Sunshine tour tickets going on sale, we dive deep into just how talented the pop superstar really is. Our experts debate whether she deserves an 11/10 rating or if that level should be reserved for legends like…
Fashion Movies Debate: Zoolander vs Devil Wears Prada As we head out to cover New York Fashion Week, Chris and Anne dive into their favorite fashion-related movies! Chris makes the controversial take that Devil Wears Prada is overrated and champions Zoolander as the ultimate fashion industry satire, while Anne brings…
Is Office Depot's 15-Minute Promise Setting Them Up for Failure? Chris breaks down why he's skeptical about Office Depot's new 15-minute pickup promise, despite respecting CEO Kevin Moffitt. From staffing concerns to potential customer disappointment, this analysis explores whether ultra-fast fulfillment promises are sustainable for Brick x Mortar retailers. #OfficeDepot…
Kroger's Deli of the Future: Innovation or "Innovation-Induced Botulism"? Will Kroger's new deli concept cure what ails the grocery giant, or is it just another case of misguided innovation? Our retail expert breaks down the pros and cons of Kroger's deli modernization strategy, including the controversial open kitchen concept. #Kroger…
Albertsons Media Collective's Smart New Retail Media Strategy Chris breaks down what makes Albertsons Media Collective's latest retail media approach stand out in the competitive landscape. From their simple three-pillar framework to their innovative matching dollars program, discover why this grocery giant is making smart moves to compete against retail…