The CPG View

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Recent Episodes

Jan. 29, 2026

Inside CMX: Scaling Retail Media Without Losing the Consumer (Parbinder Dhariwal, VP, General Manager at CVS Media Exchange (CMX))

To kick things off, can you share a bit about your journey and what led you to your role at CMX, and what experiences have shaped the way you think about omnichannel media today? CMX is known for turning consumer intent into ...
Jan. 22, 2026

Scaling Innovation by Empowering People With AI at Walmart (Dave Glick, SVP, Enterprise Business Services at Walmart)

What are the key lessons you've learned about building high-performance teams that actually move the needle? You’ve described the classic “SWAT team” lifecycle: small, focused, agile—and then scale brings complexity and drag....
Jan. 15, 2026

Progress Over Perfection: How Marketing Leaders Make Smart Risk Decisions (Nick Hammitt, Chief Marketing Officer at Newell Brands)

Your career spans some of the world’s biggest CPG brands, from Unilever to PepsiCo to Newell. Looking back, what pivotal moments or decisions shaped your approach to marketing leadership? Consumers today interact with brands ...
Jan. 8, 2026

Marketing Where Life Happens: Turning Everyday Moments into Powerful Brand Experiences (Jack Shannon, CEO & Co-Founder at Recess)

Can you walk us through how Recess works — from how brands discover experiential opportunities to how they execute and measure success through the platform?" You’ve worked with powerhouse brands— what’s something happening in...
Dec. 18, 2025

Leading with Purpose: Bryan Santee on Innovation, Trust, and Customer-Centricity at PepsiCo Beverages (Bryan Santee, Chief Commercial Officer at PepsiCo Beverages U.S.)

Can you walk us through your career journey and share a pivotal moment that defined your leadership approach? You’re passionate about fostering high-performing teams. What principles or practices do you prioritize to build a ...
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...