In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne discuss Target’s struggles and Walmart+'s surprising impact, including Chris’ personal experience with their service. They dive into TikTok testing shopping links directly in posts, Kohl’s hiring Michaels CEO Ashley Buchanan to turn things around, and QVC’s rebranding as it doubles down on live streaming and social media. Finally, they explore Perplexity’s new AI-powered shopping feature and its potential to disrupt traditional search engines like Google.
Packed with insights, this episode is a must-listen for anyone following the retail industry’s latest trends and transformations!
Key Moments:
(2:35) Chris's Walmart+ Experience
(7:36) Target: From Chic to Dull?
(16:47) Kohl’s CEO Hire
(20:49) TikTok Testing Shopping Links
(24:45) QVC’s Live Streaming Reboot
(31:04) Perplexity’s Shopping Feature
(39:29) Lightning Round: Shake Shack, KFC Bears, and More!
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