Videos

July 1, 2025

How Joor Uses AI to Facilitate Brand-Retailer Matching

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June 30, 2025

Inside RetailClub: A Bold New Vision for AI and Retail

Omni Talk sits down with Krystina Gustafson, co-founder of RetailClub and former Shoptalk content chief, to talk about the new AI Deep Dive Retreat launching this September in Huntington Beach. In this candid conversation, Krystina explains how RetailClub is reinventing the retail event experience—ditching the booths and buzzwords in favor…

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June 23, 2025

JOOR CEO on Fashion’s Supply Chain Shifts, Tariffs, and Retail Tech Trends

Join Omni Talk’s Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga as they sit down with JOOR CEO Kristin Savilia to explore how JOOR is transforming the wholesale fashion landscape. Kristin shares exclusive insights on digitizing the buyer-brand relationship, enabling smarter assortment planning, and helping independent retailers thrive globally. Learn how JOOR's Shopify…

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June 19, 2025

Why Post-Purchase Communication Could Become Retail’s Next Big Differentiator

In this Spotlight Series interview, Catherine Dummitt, VP of Marketing at Narvar, explains how the post-purchase journey is evolving from a cost center to a powerful “trust center.” With insights from over 42 billion consumer interactions annually, Narvar is helping retailers rethink shipping, returns, and communication to boost loyalty, reduce…

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May 26, 2025

The Past, Present & Future Of E Ink And ESLs With Bryan Chan

🎙️ In this special Omni Talk Retail Technology Spotlight episode, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga sit down with Bryan Chan, Senior Director at E Ink, to explore the journey of electronic shelf labels (ESLs) and why they're finally catching fire in the U.S. Key Moments: [01:03] What is E Ink?…

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May 12, 2025

Why Retailers Can't Ignore Competitive Intelligence With ClearDemand CPO Rajat Nigam

In this deep-dive Omni Talk Spotlight, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga are joined by Rajat Nigam, Chief Product Officer at ClearDemand, to unpack the critical role of competitive intelligence in modern retail pricing. Formerly leading pricing innovation at Amazon, Rajat explains how engineering, data quality, and normalization are central to…

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April 28, 2025

Why Micro Fulfillment Centers (MFCs) Still Matter | Tesco's Transcend & Dematic Weigh In

Is microfulfillment still a viable strategy? In this new Omni Talk Spotlight, Chris and Anne sit down with Oliver Vogt, CEO of Tesco’s Transcend Retail Solutions and Danielle Dakin, Dematic's Market Development Director, to unpack everything happening with MFCs. Danielle explains how pandemic-driven hype distorted expectations (6:00), while Oliver lays…

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April 28, 2025

FSMA & The Future Of Food Safety Explained With Angela Fernandez Of GS1 US

Chris and Anne sit down with Angela Fernandez, SVP Market Development at GS1 US, to dive deep into the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and the massive shifts underway in food traceability. Angela explains: (6:27) The history of FSMA and how new regulations are reshaping the food industry (8:40) The…

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Feb. 20, 2025

Retail Strategies: Optimizing Assets, Automation & The Future of Distribution Centers

@Kim Baudry, Market Development Director @Dematic: Discover how strategic asset optimization and automation are and are not impacting distribution centers. Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/-csshLXsYxY?si=NYuZoAGvKG9E2HR5 #retail #retailing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry @chris @anne #supplychainmanagement

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Feb. 19, 2025

Tariffs & Retail: Navigating Uncertainty, Supply Chains & Automation Strategies

@Kim Baudry, Market Development Director @Dematic: Discover how retailers are approaching their operations in response to shifting tariffs and global trade dynamics. Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/-csshLXsYxY?si=NYuZoAGvKG9E2HR5 #retail #retailing #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry @chris @anne #supplychainmanagement

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Feb. 18, 2025

The Future of Retail: AI, Automation & Digital Twins

@Kim Baudry, Market Development Director @Dematic: Discover how AI and digital twin technology are transforming the retail landscape, ushering in a new era of warehouse operations. Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/-csshLXsYxY?si=NYuZoAGvKG9E2HR5 #retail #retailing #branding #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry @chris @anne #supplychainmanagement

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Feb. 17, 2025

Trybe: The Ultimate Conference for Women in Business—What You Need to Know!

Trybe is redefining women’s leadership conferences, bringing together top executives, founders, and industry leaders across retail, tech, and consumer industries. In this episode, Anne Mezzenga chats with Krystina Gustafson, Trybe's Chief Content Officer, about what makes this event different, who should attend, and why it’s a great opportunity for career…

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Feb. 10, 2025

The State of Retail Supply Chain Automation & Investment Spending with Dematic's Kim Baudry

What’s happening with retail automation in 2025? Investment in supply chain technology appears to be flattening out as retailers shift focus from large new projects to optimizing existing infrastructure. Anne and Chris sit down with Kim Baudry from Dematic to explore what this means for AI in logistics, warehouse automation,…

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Jan. 28, 2025

The Hidden Impact of Plugs and Spreads in Retail Operations

Watch the full video with @Brad Bogolea,,Co-Founder & CEO @Simbe here : https://youtu.be/33FVuPdtvLA?si=27GCW-Wp-vmxtbL_ #retail #retailing #supplchainmanagement #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry @chris @anne #grocery

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Jan. 27, 2025

2025: The Year of Retail Robotics – What Needs to Happen?

@Brad Bogolea, Co-Founder & CEO @Simbe: Retailers eye automation as the next frontier, with robots set to transform everything from warehouses to store floors. Will 2025 be the year smart robots finally master shelf-stocking, inventory, and customer service? The retail revolution awaits. Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/33FVuPdtvLA?si=27GCW-Wp-vmxtbL_ #retail #retailing #supplchainmanagement…

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Jan. 27, 2025

Private Label success: Balancing Trends, Stability, And Holistic Execution

@Bethany Davis, President at @The Barcode Group: Ready to revolutionize your private label strategy? Discover how to ride market waves while building a foundation that lasts. Dive deep into the art of balancing trendy products with stable offerings – your roadmap to sustainable private label success. Watch the full video…

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Jan. 26, 2025

How Retailers Can Successfully Deploy Robotics for Maximum Value

@Brad Bogolea, Co-Founder & CEO @Simbe: Transform your retail operations with intelligent robotics. From warehouse automation to inventory management, unlock efficiency gains and enhanced customer experiences. Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/33FVuPdtvLA?si=27GCW-Wp-vmxtbL_ #retail #retailing #supplchainmanagement #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry @chris @anne #grocery

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Jan. 26, 2025

Kirkland Leads, Sam’s Club Rises, And Target Innovates: Private Label Strategies

@Bethany Davis, President at @The Barcode Group: Shopping smart just got more interesting! Discover how retail giants are revolutionizing store brands, from Kirkland's market dominance to @Target's creative new offerings. Watch the full video here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ba-KXFhVtF0 #retail #retailing #supplchainmanagement #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry @chris @anne

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Jan. 25, 2025

How Robotics Are Transforming Retail: Real-World Success Stories

@Brad Bogolea, Co-Founder & CEO @Simbe: From automated inventory to price accuracy - see how robots are revolutionizing the retail experience and boosting profits. Discover how leading retailers are leveraging robotics to transform operations, enhance customer service, and stay ahead of the competition. Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/33FVuPdtvLA?si=27GCW-Wp-vmxtbL_ #retail #retailing…

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Jan. 25, 2025

Private Label success: Walmart Strategy And Target’s Room For Improvement

@Brandon Warren, Chief growth Officer at @The Barcode Group:Target's missing out while @Walmart dominates the private label game. Want to know why store brands are a goldmine for one retail giant and a missed opportunity for another? Watch the full video here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ba-KXFhVtF0 #retail #retailing #supplchainmanagement #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry @chris @anne

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Jan. 24, 2025

Why Autonomous Robots Are the Future of Retail Operations

@Brad Bogolea, Co-Founder & CEO @Simbe: From inventory management to customer service, autonomous robots are revolutionizing how retailers operate in the digital age. Learn how to transform your retail operations with AI-powered robots that boost efficiency, reduce costs, and deliver exceptional shopping experiences. Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/33FVuPdtvLA?si=27GCW-Wp-vmxtbL_ #retail #retailing…

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Jan. 24, 2025

Private Label Strategies: Supplier Challenges Across Target, Walmart, And Costco

@Bethany Davis, President at @The Barcode Group: Target, Walmart & Costco's private label game? It's changing the retail landscape. From supplier hurdles to market impact, here's how these retail giants are reshaping private label dynamics. Watch the full video here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ba-KXFhVtF0 #retail #retailing #supplchainmanagement #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry @chris @anne

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Jan. 23, 2025

How Robotics Are Revolutionizing Retail: Accuracy, Efficiency, And ROI

@Brad Bogolea, Co-Founder & CEO @Simbe : Robots aren't just sci-fi anymore - they're transforming retail operations with game-changing precision and speed. See how automation is delivering major cost savings while boosting customer satisfaction across the retail industry. Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/33FVuPdtvLA?si=27GCW-Wp-vmxtbL_ #retail #retailing #supplchainmanagement #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry @chris @anne…

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Jan. 23, 2025

Private Label Strategies: Similarities And Key Differences at Target Walmart, And Costco

@Brandon Warren, Chief growth Officer at @The Barcode Group: Building empires through private labels. @Target, @Walmart, and Costco's battle for brand dominance. The retail giants' unique approaches to store brands reveal how they're transforming from sellers to tastemakers. Watch the full video here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ba-KXFhVtF0 #retail #retailing #supplchainmanagement #onlineshopping #shoppingandtheretailindustry @chris @anne

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