RETHINK RETAIL

Retailer Tech Tips: How Retailers are Driving Next-Gen Fulfillment Strategies In this episode, we’re diving deep into how retailers are transforming fulfillment with the power of cloud technology. Brandon Rael (Kyndryl), Prateek Trivedi (Cognizant), and Shannon Kirk Nakamoto (Icertis) join us to unpack fulfillment strategies that deliver speed, agility, and customer satisfaction in an increasingly digital retail landscape. Key takeaways include: - The evolution of modern fulfillment - Automation and AI in warehouse operations - Dropshipping, hybrid models, and micro-fulfillment - Vendor collaboration through smarter data - Real-time tracking and visibility - Addressing labor, sustainability, and delivery challenges Whether you're reimagining your supply chain or scaling fulfillment for the holidays, this episode delivers practical insights and future-forward strategies to keep your business moving.

What’s the secret to transforming traditional hospital wear into stylish, comfortable, and empowering apparel? Host Robin Barrett Wilson sits down with Chaitenya Razdan, Founder of Care + Wear, to uncover how this visionary brand is changing the face of healthcare uniforms. Discover their mission to blend fashion with function, elevate caregiver morale, and push the boundaries of medical apparel design. ⏱ Timestamps: [00:00] Care & Wear’s origin story and vision [03:10] Designing for comfort without sacrificing style [06:50] How Care & Wear supports healthcare workers’ confidence [10:20] Overcoming challenges in a conservative industry [14:00] Future plans: innovation, sustainability, and growth [17:30] Chet’s top tips for entrepreneurship and brand building 🔗 Join our growing community: www.globalretailleaders.com

On this episode of Rethink Retail, host Marie Driscoll sits down with Shunda Lynch, luxury retail expert with extensive experience at Bloomingdale´s. Shunda shares her unexpected journey into luxury retail, from studying fashion design to building a loyal clientele through passion and deep relationship-building. Hear how her love for classic and innovative luxury brands shaped her approach in a competitive industry. Join the conversation and gain fresh insights into luxury retail leadership and customer connection. Join our global retail community: www.globalretailleaders.com

Welcome to Rethink Retail, the podcast where we uncover the stories and strategies behind some of the world’s most successful brands. From retail giants to ecommerce disruptors, we reveal the secrets of their success and share key insights to drive true retail transformation. Shannon Flanagan chats with Jessica Rosario-Calcano, VP of Merchandising at Perry Ellis International. Jessica shares her unique journey into merchandising, her philosophy of balancing data-driven decisions with creativity, and how collaboration across teams fuels innovation. Tune in to explore how the future of retail and AI are shaping the industry today, are you ready to rethink retail? 🔗 Join our global community: www.globalretailleaders.com

What sets great brands apart in the age of AI? Maria Carlton, former Under Armour Operations Executive and retail strategist, joins host Allan Malcomson live from The Lead Summit in New York. With 20+ years in the industry, Maria shares lessons on agility, authenticity, and leadership, from driving predictive analytics to embracing sustainability and mentoring future talent. ⏱️ Highlights: [01:00] Retail's constant evolution [03:30] How AI is transforming operations [06:00] The secret to brand authenticity [10:00] Agility & future-proof leadership 🌐 Explore more at: www.globalretailleaders.com

In this episode of Rethink Retail, host Rebekah Kondrat speaks with Victoria Katsarou, VP of Global Retail at Estée Lauder Companies, live from The Lead. Victoria unpacks how Estée Lauder blends luxury, innovation, and humanity to shape the future of beauty retail. From building agile teams to staying laser-focused on the consumer experience, her people-first philosophy drives transformation at scale. We cover: ✔️ Leading with empathy in a global retail org ✔️ How tech enhances, not replaces, the human connection ✔️ Scaling agility across 150+ markets ✔️ What the future of beauty retail looks like 💬 A must-listen for leaders in luxury and innovation. 🌍 Join our global community: www.globalretailleaders.com

In this episode of Rethink Retail, host Sharon Yourell sits down with Dr. Michael Schulte from Diebold Nixdorf and Reghu Kutikat from Lulu Group to explore how strategic partnerships and advanced retail tech are transforming in-store experiences. From smart checkouts to data-driven loyalty, discover how retailers are using personalization, automation, and AI to future-proof their businesses and deepen customer engagement. 🎧 Tune in to hear: - Real-world examples of seamless retail technology - How clean data fuels loyalty and personalization - Why long-term partnerships drive innovation

The Future of Commerce & Community with David Polinchock & Richard Honiball Welcome to Rethink Retail, the podcast where we uncover the stories and strategies behind some of the most successful retail markets worldwide. From traditional giants to e-commerce disruptors, we explore the secrets behind their success and deliver insights to transform the real retail experience. In this episode, David Polinchock and Richard Honiball dive into how the future of retail blends AI, community, and unified commerce, especially through the eyes of the younger generation. Discover how the concept of the “third place” is evolving and why creating authentic, connected retail experiences matters now more than ever. 🔗 Join our global community: www.globalretailleaders.com

In this podcast, top industry experts share how retailers can unify their in-store technologies to drive growth and improve customer experience. Featuring: 👤 Martin Bailie (MWB Advisory) 👤 Brian Kilcourse (RSR Research) 👤 Carl Boutet (Studio Rx) 👤 Pauline Monin (VusionGroup) Topics include: ✅ Connecting digital shelf solutions, IoT, and analytics ✅ Overcoming siloed systems ✅ Using real-time data to improve decisions and experiences

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