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Recent Episodes

Dec. 11, 2025

Leading at Target: Curiosity, Innovation and Thriving in an AI Driven World (Prat Vemana, EVP Chief Information and Product Officer at Target)

· You’ve often been described as a continuous learner and someone who thrives on curiosity and experimentation. How have those qualities shaped your leadership philosophy, and how do you bring that mindset to the teams you l...
Dec. 4, 2025

Rethinking Retail Reach: IGA’s Blueprint for Smarter Shopper Marketing (Michael La Kier, Vice President, Brand Development at IGA, INC. )

You’ve worked on some of the most iconic consumer-loved brands—how do you translate that big-brand thinking into IGA’s decentralized, independent retail model? How has your direct marketing mindset influenced the way IGA appr...
Nov. 20, 2025

The Lottery Ticket Effect: What Drives True Partnership (Chris Haimbach, North America General Manager at Perrigo)

You’re responsible for driving the global growth strategy across Perrigo’s Skin Healing division—what key consumer trends or unmet needs are shaping that strategy today? Balancing innovation with heritage can be tricky in cat...
Nov. 13, 2025

Rethinking Fulfillment: Amazon’s Big Change and What Comes Next (Rob Hahn, Chief Operations Officer at Pattern)

Amazon's decision to end FBA prep services is a significant shift for sellers. From your perspective, what are the immediate challenges brands should anticipate, and how can they proactively address them? You emphasized the i...
Nov. 6, 2025

Choose Your Own Adventure: Empowering the Next Generation of Commerce Leaders (Gemma Spence , CEO of VML)

You’ve been instrumental in driving growth and implementing transformative models in digital commerce. Can you share what you think are the key elements for success in this space? As the digital commerce landscape continues t...
Oct. 30, 2025

Sending the Elevator Down: Building Culture, Brand, and Empowering the Next Generation (Jeff Durham, CEO & Co-Founder Durham Enterprises)

You’ve built an impressive career leading innovative consumer brands. Can you walk us through your journey—what led you to start Durham Brands and Gimme Beauty? Building a CPG brand that scales globally is no small feat. What...