Omni Talk Retail

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, and Scratch Event DJs, Shoptalk’s VP of Original Content & Strategy, Ben Miller, joined Chris and Anne to discuss:CVS Health’s new app rollout (Source)Beyond buying back BuyBuy Baby (Source)Walgreens’ plans to close down 47 of its in-store health clinics in Illinois (Source)IKEA’s decision to expand its secondhand furniture marketplace in Europe (Source)And closed with a discussion of whether Walmart+ and Walmart same-day Rx delivery will have the same impact on the pharmacy industry that Walmart+ has had on the grocery business (Source)There’s all that, plus we announced our February OmniStar (congrats Joe Coll of Macy’s), and Chris and Anne grill Ben on everything from #Tayvoodoo and the Fantastic 4 to what American-made products Ben plans to sneak back home to the UK from Las Vegas in his suitcase.P.S. Be sure to check out all our other podcasts from the past week here, too: https://omnitalk.blog/category/podcast/P.P.S. Also be sure to check out our podcast rankings on Apple Podcasts and on FeedspotMusic by hooksounds.com#RetailNews #WalmartPlus #HealthcareRetail #PharmacyDelivery #RetailTech #RetailInnovation #RetailBusiness #HealthcareTech #RetailIndustry #OmniTalkThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

🎙 Omni Talk Retail Live at FMI 2025: Coborn’s COO David Best on Grocery Innovation 🎙Join Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga as they speak with David Best, President & COO of Coborn’s, about how the regional grocer is innovating through food service, customer experience, and store operations live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025.⏳ Key Moments:00:00 - Introduction: Live from FMI 2025 with Coborn’s01:30 - David’s Background and Journey from Target to Coborn’s03:45 - How Coborn’s Competes with National Grocery Chains06:20 - Expanding Meal Solutions & Food Service in Grocery09:15 - The Upcoming Coborn’s Flagship Store in Plymouth, MN11:50 - How Coborn’s Leverages AI & Automation for Store Efficiency14:30 - Growth Strategies: Liquor, Pet Supplies, and Home Improvement17:10 - Technology Investments & Customer-Centric Innovations19:45 - Defining Success for Coborn’s in 2025 & Beyond💡 Discover how Coborn’s is shaping the future of independent grocery retail—Subscribe for more insights!#fmi #coborns #grocery #retailtrends #retailstrategyThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

🎙 Omni Talk Retail Live at FMI 2025: Benjamin Bond on Retail Automation with Simbe Robotics 🎙Join Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga as they speak with Benjamin Bond, VP of Strategy & Business Development at Simbe Robotics, about how automation and AI are transforming grocery retail.⏳ Key Moments:00:00 - Introduction: Live from FMI 2025 with Simbe Robotics01:30 - Benjamin’s Background and Role at Simbe03:20 - The Impact of AI & Automation on Retail06:00 - Key Benefits of Using Tally for Inventory Management09:15 - Understanding T-Spot and Multi-Modal Data Capture11:30 - Best Practices for Implementing Robotics in Stores14:00 - Future Trends in Retail Automation and Technology17:50 - How Simbe Supports Retailers with Accurate Data & Insights💡 Explore how Simbe Robotics is leading the charge in retail innovation—Subscribe now!#grocery #robotics #fmi #retailtrends #retailstrategyThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

🎙 Omni Talk Retail Live at FMI 2025: A Conversation with Hy-Vee CMO Kathryn Mazza 🎙Join Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga for an exclusive interview with Katherine Maza, newly appointed Chief Marketing Officer of Hy-Vee live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025. She shares insights on retail media, supplier partnerships, and the role of technology in grocery marketing.⏳ Key Moments:00:00 - Introduction: Live from FMI 2025 with Hy-Vee’s New CMO02:30 - Kathryn's Journey from Retail Media to CMO05:10 - Why Retail Media & Marketing Must Be Integrated07:45 - How Hy-Vee Uses In-Store Screens & Audio to Engage Customers10:30 - The Role of Supplier Partnerships in Grocery Success14:00 - Retail Tech Investments: Data, AI & Store Analytics18:15 - How In-Store Media & Digital Advertising Drive Sales21:00 - Kathryn’s Top Priorities for 2025 & Beyond💡 Learn how Hy-Vee is shaping the future of grocery retail—Subscribe now!This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

🎙 Omni Talk Retail Live from FMI 2025 🎙Join Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga as they sit down with Karen Fang Grant, Managing Director at Accenture, live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025, to discuss how AI, robotics, and automation are transforming grocery retail. From shifting consumer demographics to new strategies for omnichannel success, this conversation is packed with insights.⏳ Key Moments:00:00 - Welcome & Introduction: Live from FMI 2025 with Accenture02:00 - Consumer Behavior Shifts: The rise of Gen Alpha & aging populations05:30 - AI & Personalization: How technology is bridging the retail gap08:15 - Robotics in Grocery: Automation, smart stores, and store efficiency12:40 - Omnichannel Strategy: What it really means for grocery retail15:20 - Future Predictions: How grocery shopping will evolve in 5-10 years💡 Don’t miss this exclusive conversation from FMI 2025—Subscribe to Omni Talk Retail for more insights!#fmi #retailtrends #retailstrategy #accenture #groceryThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

🎙 Omni Talk Retail Live from FMI 2025 🎙Join Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga as they chat with Bobby Gibbs, Partner at Oliver Wyman, live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025, about the evolving grocery landscape. From Walmart’s aggressive digital expansion to the growing intersection of healthcare and retail, this episode uncovers game-changing insights.⏳ Key Moments:00:00 - Welcome & Introduction: Live from FMI 2025 with Oliver Wyman02:00 - The Future of Grocery Growth: Capturing more meal occasions04:30 - Walmart’s Digital Strategy: How BOPIS is reshaping grocery shopping07:20 - The Sustainability of Data Monetization & Membership Models10:40 - What Regional Grocers Need to Do to Compete14:10 - The Role of Food Service & Community Spaces in Grocery18:30 - Healthcare & Grocery Partnerships: The Next Big Thing?22:00 - Predictions for 2025 & Key Takeaways💡 Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of grocery retail—Subscribe to Omni Talk Retail!#retailtrends #fmi #grocery #retailstrategyThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

🎙 OmniTalk Retail Podcast | Live from FMI 2025 🎙Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga chat with Corey Rochkin of Oliver Wyman about the latest robotic automation trends in grocery retail live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025. From AI-driven inventory tracking to customer service enhancements, discover how retailers are integrating cutting-edge technology to boost store efficiency.⏱ Time Stamps & Topics:🔹 [0:00] – Live from FMI 2025 at the Simbe Robotics Booth🔹 [1:00] – Corey Rochkin’s role at Oliver Wyman and focus on in-store robotics🔹 [3:00] – Why choose robotics over fixed cameras? The cost and flexibility factors🔹 [6:30] – AI & labor shortages – How technology is helping augment store teams🔹 [8:00] – Top use cases for grocery robots – Inventory tracking, planogram verification, pricing accuracy🔹 [10:00] – Future use cases – AI-driven quality checks, theft prevention, and customer interaction🔹 [12:30] – Will robots take store jobs? The reality of labor constraints in grocery🔹 [15:00] – How grocery operations will change – The move toward enhanced customer service🔹 [18:00] – The future of AI in retail – Where robotics & automation are headed next📢 Don’t miss this insightful look at the future of grocery store automation!🔔 Subscribe for more retail innovations from FMI 2025!#robotics #retailtrends #retailstrategy #grocery #fmiThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

🎙 OmniTalk Retail Podcast | Live from FMI 2025 🎙Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga sit down with Chad Petersen, SVP of Digital at Lowes Foods, live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025, to dive into the next evolution of grocery retail and how digital transformation is reshaping the shopping experience.⏱ Time Stamps & Topics:🔹 [0:00] – Live from FMI 2025 at the Simbe Robotics Booth🔹 [1:00] – Chad Petersen’s background & expansion of his role at Lowes Foods🔹 [3:00] – The shift from e-commerce to an omnichannel digital strategy🔹 [5:30] – How digital, automation & AI are shaping grocery shopping experiences🔹 [8:00] – Food service & gathering spaces as a key retail trend🔹 [10:30] – The evolving physical store footprint & integrating digital experiences🔹 [13:00] – How Lowes Foods is driving loyalty, personalization & frictionless shopping🔹 [15:00] – The role of AI & automation in operational efficiency🔹 [17:00] – Future innovations & technology bets for the next 5-10 years📢 Don’t miss this deep dive into the digital transformation of grocery retail!🔔 Subscribe for more exclusive retail insights from FMI!#groceryonline #fmi #retailtrends #retailstrategyThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

🎙 OmniTalk Retail Podcast | Live from FMI 2025 🎙Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga sit down with Deborah Weinswig, Founder & CEO of Coresight Research, live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI, to explore the biggest retail trends shaping 2025 and beyond. From AI-powered store experiences to the rise of live streaming commerce, this conversation is packed with insights on the future of grocery, digital transformation, and consumer behavior.⏱ Time Stamps & Topics:🔹 [0:00] – Live from FMI 2025 at the Simbe Robotics Booth🔹 [1:00] – Meet Deborah Weinswig & Coresight Research’s role in retail insights🔹 [2:30] – AI in the physical world & retail automation🔹 [5:00] – Generative AI: How retailers must optimize for AI-driven search (SEO in AI)🔹 [7:30] – Live streaming commerce: Why the U.S. lags behind China & how to catch up🔹 [10:45] – Voice commerce & AI shopping assistants: The next wave of consumer engagement🔹 [13:20] – The shift in grocery store design: From stockrooms to experiential retail🔹 [15:00] – The importance of supply chain technology & inventory visibility📢 Don’t miss this deep dive into the AI-powered future of retail!🔔 Subscribe for more exclusive insights from FMI!#ai #retailtrends #retailstrategy #seo #groceryinnovation #fmiThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Chris Walton & Anne Mezzenga chat with Julian Mintz, VP of Sales at Albertsons Media Collective, live from the Simbe Podcast Studio at FMI 2025, to discuss the rapid evolution of retail media networks, ad measurement standardization, and the future of omnichannel brand engagement. Learn how AI-driven insights, loyalty data, and in-store analytics are transforming the way brands optimize their marketing spend and connect with shoppers at the right moments.⏱ Time Stamps & Topics:🔹 [0:00] – Live from FMI 2025 at the Simbe Robotics Booth🔹 [1:00] – Meet Julian Mintz: His background in TV advertising & transition to retail media🔹 [2:50] – Why retail media matters & how Albertsons is innovating🔹 [4:30] – The power of grocery shopper data for ad targeting & customer engagement🔹 [6:15] – Why standardizing measurement across retail media networks is essential🔹 [7:50] – How Albertsons Media Collective connects brand awareness campaigns to real purchases🔹 [9:40] – Challenges of a fragmented retail media landscape & why frictionless buying matters🔹 [11:30] – Future goals: Optimizing omnichannel media & expanding measurement capabilities📢 Don't miss this deep dive into the future of retail media and advertising ROI!🔔 Subscribe for more exclusive retail insights & interviews from FMI!#albertsons #retailtrends #retailmedia #retailmarketing #fmiThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy