In this Omni Talk Retail interview, recorded live from the Consumer Goods Forum Global Summit 2026 in Vienna, Chris Walton sits down with Erika Rodríguez Cuervo, General Manager of Latin America at the Consumer Goods Forum, to explore why one of the most important growth stories in global retail is…
Dollar General is testing a new membership model to take on retail giants. By leveraging their proximity to customers, they might offer faster delivery than anyone else. Explore how this "no-risk" pilot could provide a massive profit boost for the retailer. Chapters: 0:00 A New Competitor for Walmart Plus 0:18…
DoorDash is changing how we find food and products by introducing an AI-based "ask" button. Users can now share recipe links, upload cookbook photos, or describe specific cravings to get personalized results in seconds. We explore how this move positions DoorDash alongside tech giants like Google and Amazon in the…
Starbucks is reimagining its footprint in the U.S. with a plan to open between 5,000 and 10,000 new locations. Unlike the traditional 2,500 square foot layout, these new stores will be significantly smaller—roughly 1,350 square feet—allowing them to be built on half the acreage for lower costs. In this video,…
Target is attempting to tap into how its fans engage with their favorite Bravo stars through a new, first-of-its-kind shoppable digital series titled "Shop What Happens." This weekly summer series features Bravo figures in conversation and games, while integrating shopping technology. Key Features of the Partnership: Integration: Viewers can shop…
Walmart is expanding its digital footprint by opening Walmart.com access to shoppers in Mexico. This move allows customers in Mexico to purchase goods across various categories directly from the U.S. site, leveraging Walmart's existing fulfillment network and international carriers for customs and shipping. In this video, we discuss: The Strategic…
Chris Walton got a behind-the-scenes tour of Veloq's automated fulfillment center in Vienna with Petr Lizner, and let's just say... the future of online grocery is already here. Inside: • 15,000 SKUs • 60-minute delivery • Robots everywhere • Fresh bread baked on-site daily • 99% inventory accuracy • Capacity…
Watch the full video with duvo.ai’s Tomáš Čupr here: https://youtu.be/cZvou7yN4zA
Watch the full video with duvo.ai’s Tomáš Čupr here: https://youtu.be/cZvou7yN4zA
Watch the full video with duvo.ai’s Tomáš Čupr here: https://youtu.be/cZvou7yN4zA
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five Lightning Round segment closes out the show with World Cup predictions, James Bond casting debates, cycling culture, and Chris Walton's favorite meal from his European conference tour. Chris Walton and Ben Miller discuss where a potential U.S. World Cup victory would rank among the…
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores DoorDash's new AI-powered search experience and why conversational commerce may be arriving faster than retailers realize. Chris Walton and Ben Miller discuss natural language search, AI shopping assistants, customer discovery, and why retailers must rethink how shoppers find products online. The conversation…
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Dollar General's plans to test a new subscription membership program and whether value-focused shoppers are ready for another retail membership offering. Chris Walton and Ben Miller debate the opportunities and risks of launching a paid program, including delivery benefits, customer loyalty, and…
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Walmart's decision to open Walmart.com to shoppers in Mexico and what it means for the future of global marketplaces. Chris Walton and Ben Miller discuss cross-border commerce, international marketplace growth, pricing transparency, and why Walmart continues to make bold investments in long-term…
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment examines Target's new shoppable Bravo digital series and what it says about the growing convergence of entertainment, media, and commerce. Chris Walton and Ben Miller discuss whether retailers are increasingly competing with streaming platforms, creators, and social media companies for consumer attention, and…
This Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment explores Starbucks' ambitious plans to add up to 10,000 additional U.S. stores and whether smaller-format locations can still deliver on the company's vision of rebuilding the coffeehouse experience. Chris Walton and Ben Miller discuss Starbucks' "Back to Starbucks" strategy, the role of drive-thru,…
In this week’s OmniTalk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Quorso, and Veloq, Chris Walton was joined by retail analyst Ben Miller for a discussion on the biggest stories shaping retail today. The episode opens with Ben reflecting on his departure from…
In this Omni Talk Retail interview, recorded live from the Global DIY Summit 2026 in Amsterdam, Chris Walton talks with Ryan Baker, Chief Operating Officer of Bunnings Group, about customer trust, omnichannel retail, and how one of the world's most successful home improvement retailers continues to evolve in a rapidly…
Watch the full video with duvo.ai’s Tomáš Čupr here: https://youtu.be/cZvou7yN4zA
In this Omni Talk Retail interview, recorded live from the Global DIY Summit 2026 in Amsterdam, Chris Walton talks with Raha Been, Senior Vice President of Research & Development and Commercialization, Consumer Business at 3M, about innovation, consumer behavior, and how one of the world's most recognizable brands is adapting…
