This week on Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, brought to you by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, and Scratch Event DJs, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga explore the top retail stories shaping the industry.
From Macy’s small-format strategy shifts to Amazon's monumental AI investment and eBay listings on Facebook Marketplace, they break down what these moves mean for the future of retail. Don’t miss the guest segment with Blue Yonder’s Tim Robinson, who shares cutting-edge strategies for handling returns in 2025. Stay tuned for a fun, New York City-themed lightning round to wrap up the show!
Key Moments:
[00:00] Opening and sponsor highlights.
[06:06] Macy’s small-format closures and strategy analysis.
[12:10] Amazon’s $11B AI infrastructure expansion in Georgia.
[17:42] Best Buy’s new Mirakl-powered marketplace initiative.
[23:31] Guest segment: Tim Robinson on transforming returns into opportunities.
[31:25] Amazon's new retail ad tools and implications for competitors.
[36:01] eBay’s integration with Facebook Marketplace explained.
[39:22] Lightning Round: Horseshoes, subway concerts, and gala memories!
Music by hooksounds.com
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