Step into the evolving world of airport retail with host Linda Johansen-James, CEO and Founder of International Retail Group, LLC, as she engages with global retail leaders Ruth Crowley, VP of Merchandise & Brand Strategy at Hudson Group, and Amy Higgins. Journey through the transformation of airports, from the latest trends and innovations to the unique challenges faced by this dynamic sector. Learn the importance of adapting to diverse customer demographics and creating unforgettable shopping experiences.

Key Insights:
- Trends and Innovations: Explore the cutting-edge trends and future innovations shaping airport retail.
- Customer Adaptation: Understand how adapting to changing customer demographics is essential for success.
- Enhanced Experiences: Learn how to create shopping experiences that leave a lasting impression.


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Beyond the Terminal: Transforming Airport Retail Experiences

Savor the sweetness of innovation! Host Liza Amlani sits down with Alisa Brady, Founder of Sweetums Wipes. Alisa shares the journey of Sweetums, a unique sexual wellness and beauty brand that started with the first-ever flavored intimate wipes. From her background in psychology to launching playful and empowering products, Alisa dives into how Sweetums is transforming the market, addressing the evolving needs of modern consumers, and making waves in the wellness industry with a touch of fun.

Key Insights:
- Bridging Mental Health and Wellness: Learn how Alisa’s background as a psychologist influenced the creation of Sweetums, emphasizing the connection between mental health and sexual wellness.
- Market Innovation: Sweetums discovered an untapped consumer interest by introducing flavored intimate wipes, creating a unique product that fills a market gap and attracts significant attention.
- Data-Driven Development: Alisa discusses how customer feedback and data insights drive product iterations and new launches, ensuring they meet the real needs of consumers.


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Sweet Innovations: A Playful Approach to Retail with Alisa Brady

How did FSA Store revolutionize health and wellness shopping? Find out about the journey that transformed the essential products marketplace with host Ted McCaffrey and Shawna Hausman, Former CMO at FSA Store. From re-platforming and redesigning the brand to building a powerful e-commerce team, Shawna reveals the behind-the-scenes strategies that led to an impressive 300% growth in just three years. Learn how she navigated challenges, brought in fresh perspectives, and empowered a new generation of women in retail.

Key Insights:
- Growth and Innovation: Explore how FSA Store revamped their digital presence, from site architecture to performance marketing, driving significant growth.
- E-Commerce Excellence: Understand the steps taken to build a robust e-commerce team and optimize operations, including creative and marketing strategies.
- Impactful Cost-Saving Strategies: Discover how Shawna identified redundancies and implemented cost-saving measures, leading to substantial financial improvements.


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Rebuilding FSA Store: A Digital Transformation Journey

Find out how Sharon Leite is guiding Omni Retail Enterprises through change! In this episode of the RETHINK Retail podcast, host Sharon Gai sits down with Sharon Leite, CEO of Omni Retail Enterprises, to explore her dynamic career across various retail roles and her leadership of a company with a diverse portfolio of brands. Discover how Sharon’s dedication to consumer engagement and strategic innovation is steering the business toward a new era of growth while preserving its core essence. 

Join us to uncover her approach to integrating modern strategies with the enduring values of established brands.

Key Insights:
- Consumer-Centric Leadership: Sharon highlights the importance of knowing your consumer and staying true to the brand's core values.
- Innovation Beyond Technology: Explore how Omni Retail Enterprises is innovating not just through tech, but by creating meaningful consumer experiences and building community.
- AI and Data Fundamentals: Understand the critical role of clean data in leveraging AI for personalized customer experiences.
- Leadership Style: Sharon's approach to leadership focuses on building strong teams, solving problems collaboratively, and leading with empathy.


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At the Helm of Omni Retail: Insights from Sharon Leite

Explore the future of social commerce! Join host Yael Kochman in a captivating conversation with Robert D'Loren, CEO of Xcel Brands. They discuss Xcel's transformative journey in retail, highlighting their creation of a leading live-stream commerce platform. Robert shares insights on the evolving retail landscape, driven by video commerce and consumer demands for authentic engagements. Their new social commerce platform democratizes content creation and monetization for influencers and shoppers. Discover the challenges and opportunities in the rapidly changing world of retail and social media.

Key Insights:
- Live Stream Commerce Evolution: Xcel Brands has transitioned from linear TV to live stream commerce, leveraging 13 years of experience and generating over $4 billion in sales on QVC.
- Innovative Retail Model: ORME introduces a pay-for-performance platform where creators and sharers earn from sales, fostering a fairer content-sharing ecosystem.
- Democratizing Social Commerce: Xcel Brands' new platform empowers both influencers and consumers, allowing them to create and monetize content, which enhances authentic engagement and diversifies revenue streams.


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The Social Commerce Revolution: Insights from Robert D'Loren

Get ready for Groceryshop in Las Vegas! Our Top Retail Expert, Lisa Goller sat down with Rocquan Lucas, VP of Content at Groceryshop, to dive into what makes Groceryshop such a must-attend event. Bringing together grocery and CPG leaders from across the globe, this massive gathering is all about driving retail innovation and transformation. With a jam-packed agenda and an electrifying keynote lineup, it’s the ultimate networking opportunity for building connections with forward-thinking trailblazers in the industry.

Don’t miss out on the action—secure your spot at Groceryshop and be part of the future of grocery and CPG innovation! We are hosting an exclusive executive dinner as well as our iconic Groceryshop Bash Party. If you are interested in attending these premier events, check out the links below!


https://rethink.industries/events/rethink-retail-bash-at-groceryshop-2024/

https://rethink.industries/events/grl-dinner-at-groceryshop-2024/

Groceryshop 2024: Why This Year’s Event Is a Must-Attend

In this episode of the BetterTech podcast, host Haseeb Khan interviews Caila Schwartz, the Director of Consumer Insights and Strategy at Salesforce. They discuss consumer behavior in the retail industry, trends during the holiday season, the role of loyalty programs and AI in driving sales, the impact of international apps, supply chain challenges, and the future of retail with technological innovations. Caila also shares her experience as a woman in tech and offers advice to female professionals.

AI in Retail: 2024 Holiday Shopping Predictions

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We are thrilled to welcome Prof. Nirmalya Kumar as he shares insightful perspectives from his latest groundbreaking book, Clash: Amazon vs. Walmart.

In this episode, Prof. Nirmalya Kumar offers valuable insights from his latest book, Clash: Amazon vs Walmart. Through a deep dive into the business models of these two giants, Prof. Kumar sheds light on the broader dynamics of incumbents facing off against disruptors, such as Volkswagen vs Tesla or Marriott vs Airbnb. He also explores the shift toward omnichannel retail, where physical stores and online platforms must find a way to coexist.

About the Guest:

Dr. Nirmalya Kumar is the Lee Kong Chian Professor of Marketing at Singapore Management University and a former head of strategy at Tata Sons, where he reported directly to the chairman of the $100-billion Tata Group. He has taught at top institutions like Harvard, London Business School, and Kellogg, and is recognized as one of the world’s leading experts in strategy and marketing. A sought-after consultant, he has worked with over 50 Fortune 500 companies across 60 countries and has served on more than 12 corporate boards. Dr. Kumar is also a Thinkers50 Hall of Fame inductee.

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Prof. Nirmalya Kumar Unpacks the Retail Showdown in His Book: ‘Clash: Amazon vs. Walmart’

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Hey there! 👋 You're tuned into "AI with Shaily," hosted by Shailendra Kumar, your trusted guide to the coolest and newest in artificial intelligence. Today, Shaily takes us on an exciting journey where AI meets holograms — those stunning 3D projections that seem almost magical ✨ — showcased right in the heart of Times Square, one of the busiest and most iconic tech hubs in the world.

The star of the show is Hypervsn’s AI-powered holographic avatar. Imagine a lively, pink-haired digital figure that doesn’t just stand still like old-fashioned digital signs. Instead, it actively interacts with the crowd using real-time AI analytics. This avatar can read the audience’s age, mood, and even subtle cues like whether someone just had a disappointing latte ☕😅. Based on this, it adjusts its gestures and facial expressions, making it feel like your hologram knows you better than your last date! This level of hyper-personalization is not only a technical marvel but also a viral sensation on platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels, where people are amazed at how the avatar mirrors human movements in real time. It’s a little spooky 👻 but in a fascinating and impressive way.

One hot topic in the AI world is the "uncanny valley" — that uncomfortable feeling when robots or holograms look almost human but not quite, causing unease. However, the chatter on Twitter suggests that Hypervsn’s avatar is breaking through this barrier with smooth, natural movements and engaging eye contact 👀. This could be the first commercially successful humanoid hologram, paving the way for AI-powered virtual hosts, shopping assistants, and even holographic celebrity meet-and-greets. Just imagine telling your grandkids you once saw a hologram selling vitamins in Times Square! 🛍️✨

Speaking of vitamins, this hologram is installed in a health supplement store, transforming the retail experience into a theatrical event. People on LinkedIn are calling it marketing’s first "holographic flash mob," where 3D projections turn ordinary product displays into immersive and unforgettable spectacles. Gone are the days when digital signage was just an expensive slideshow — this is storytelling elevated to a whole new level, bringing both products and shoppers to life in an exciting way.

Instagram influencers are loving the avatar’s playful and emotionally engaging personality, saying it creates memorable experiences that static ads simply can’t match. Imagine AI holograms delivering the emotional impact usually reserved for blockbuster movies 🎥 — that’s a game-changer in marketing innovation!

Before wrapping up, Shaily shares a key takeaway for those in retail or marketing: personalization and emotional engagement through AI-powered experiences are not just trends but rapidly becoming essential strategies. Investing in technology that "feels human" might be your best bet to stand out in today’s crowded market.

Finally, Shaily poses a thought-provoking question: As AI holograms blur the line between real and virtual, how close are we to making digital interactions truly indistinguishable from face-to-face moments? Would you trust a holographic shopping assistant more than a human clerk? 🤔 Shaily invites you to share your thoughts and join the conversation.

Quoting Alan Turing, Shaily reminds us, “We can only see a short distance ahead, but we can see plenty there that needs to be done.” This perfectly captures the promise and challenge AI brings to holograms and beyond.

Don’t forget to connect with Shailendra Kumar on YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Medium for more cutting-edge AI insights. Subscribe and share your views in the comments. Until next time, this is Shailendra Kumar signing off from "AI with Shaily" — where the future isn’t just imagined, it’s holographically real! 🌟🤖📡

AI Meets Holograms: The Future of Personalized, Viral Marketing in Times Square

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