

Omni Talk Retail
Omni Talk Retail
Omni Talk Retail provides news, analysis, and commentary on the latest trends and issues in the retail industry. It covers a wide range of topics related to retail, including e-commerce, technology, marketing, and consumer behavior. The podcast regularly features industry experts, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga, as well as retail thought leaders who all share their insights and perspectives on the latest developments in retail.
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This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:
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Jun 1, 2024 • 5min
Fast Five Shorts | TikTok To Make It Easier For Creators To Make Money
In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, Mirakl, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: TikTok To Make It Easier For Creators To Make MoneyFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/WRfZZXuntpgThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Jun 1, 2024 • 7min
Fast Five Shorts | Wayfair Has Opened Its First Large Format Store!
In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, Mirakl, and Sezzle Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Wayfair Opening Its First Large Format Store!For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/WRfZZXuntpgThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

May 30, 2024 • 7min
Shein’s Disruption Of Fast Fashion: Consumer Analytics, Agile Supply Chain, And Rapid Growth | 5 Insightful Minutes
In this quick 5-minute interview, Joanna Ranagarajan, Managing Director at the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, explains how Shein has disrupted the fast fashion industry and discusses what other retailers can learn from the disruption.Learn about Shein’s key strategies, including incorporating consumer feedback into product development, optimizing supply chain agility, and leveraging social media marketing.Discover how Shein’s data-driven approach and rapid go-to-market strategy have enabled them to capture market share in the competitive retail landscape.Gain insights into how brands can adapt to changing consumer trends and improve financial metrics by embracing “seasonless” products, reducing lead times, and responding decisively to customer analytics.Stay ahead of the curve in the evolving world of fast fashion and retail disruption.To read Joanna and her team’s report on Shein and Fast Fashion, head here: https://alvarezandmarsal-crg.com/insight/navigating-the-rapid-pace-of-fashion/Music by hooksounds.com*Sponsored Content*This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

May 29, 2024 • 44min
Wayfair’s New Store, Google’s New Fit Tech & More High Praise For Walmart | Fast Five
In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Wiliot, Avalara, Mirakl, and Sezzle, Chris and Anne discussed:What Wayfair has to get right in the opening of its first large-format store (Source: Chain Store Age)TikTok lowering the thresholds for creators to earn seller commissions (Source: Bloomberg)Walmart adding free pet telehealth to Walmart+ (Source: CNBC)Schnucks partnering with Ibotta (Source: Chain Store Age)And closed with a lively debate on the value of Google’s new AI tool that lets advertisers showcase clothing on various models and body types (Source: Wired)There’s all that, plus A&M’s Joanna Rangarajan stops by for 5 Insightful Minutes on Shein and fast fashion, and we also talk head transplants, beach vibes, and why Chris is now a dead ringer for Mikhail Gorbachev.Music by hooksounds.comThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

May 27, 2024 • 29min
AI Transforms Retail Inventory Planning: Desigual's Success Story With Syrup Tech | Spotlight Series
Discover how AI is impacting practically impacting retail inventory planning and allocation through the eyes of Spanish fashion retailer Desigual.Join Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga from Omni Talk as they interview James Theuerkauf, CEO of Syrup Tech, and Carla Roger Casacuberta, Head of Merchandising at Desigual.Learn how Desigual leveraged Syrup Tech's AI optimization solutions to improve demand forecasting, its omnichannel retail strategies and capabilities, and its overall inventory efficiency. Understand the importance of balancing AI and human intelligence in retail analytics and innovation. Gain insights into the successful implementation of AI technology for merchandising and how it can transform your retail business.Don't miss this informative discussion on the future of AI in retail!#AIinRetail #InventoryPlanning #InventoryAllocation #RetailTechnology #AIOptimization #RetailAnalytics #OmnichannelRetail #DemandForecasting #RetailInnovation #InventoryEfficiency #SyrupTech #Desigual #RetailAISolutions #JamesTheuerkauf #CarlaRogerCasacuberta #AIandHumanIntelligence #AIforMerchandisingMusic by hooksounds.com*Sponsored Content*This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

May 25, 2024 • 8min
Fast Five Shorts | Hims To Offer Wegovy For $199 Per Month
In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Truett Horne and Jeremy Levine discussed: Hims Offering Wegovy For $199 Per MonthFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/38T1iAyglTMThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

May 25, 2024 • 8min
Fast Five Shorts | Lego My Carbon Footprint
In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Truett Horne and Jeremy Levine discussed: Lego Tying Sustainability Goals To Employee BonusesFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/38T1iAyglTMThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

May 25, 2024 • 6min
Fast Five Shorts | Is GoPuff Price Matching Aldi Sustainable?
In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Truett Horne and Jeremy Levine discussed: If GoPuff Price Matching Aldi Is Sustainable?For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/38T1iAyglTMThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

May 25, 2024 • 5min
Fast Five Shorts | Walmart To Expand Neighborhood Market In More Ways Than One
In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Truett Horne and Jeremy Levine discussed: Walmart Expanding Neighborhood Market In More Ways Than OneFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/38T1iAyglTMThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

May 25, 2024 • 8min
Fast Five Shorts | Buy Or Sell: Target’s Price Cuts?
In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Wiliot, TGW, and Sezzle, Chris Walton, Anne Mezzenga, and guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group Truett Horne and Jeremy Levine discussed: Buying Or Selling: Target’s Price CutsFor the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/38T1iAyglTMThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy


