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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. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:

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27:56

JOOR CEO on Fashion’s Supply Chain Shift, Tariffs,...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/24

Join Omni Talk’s Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga as they sit down with JOOR CEO Kristin Savilia to explore how JOOR is transforming the wholesale fashion landscape. Kristin shares exclusive insights on digitizing the buyer-brand relationship, enabling smarter assortment planning, and helping independent retailers thrive globally. Learn how JOOR's Shopify integration, AI-powered prospecting, and strategic tariff navigation are reshaping the fashion industry for 2025 and beyond. From shrinking shipping

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05:46

Lightning Round: Costco Brisket, Corvette Dreams &...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/21

Ever wonder what retail experts actually buy at Costco or what cars they dream about driving? This lightning round reveals the personal side of our A&M retail gurus, from brisket smoking tips to the shocking number of Cheerios varieties on shelves. Brought to you by A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios, Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital.For the full episode, head here: https://youtu.be/vjOmUkH_Vhw?si=9f8KlsQw8yUdPqan#cheerios #corvettes #costcoThis podcast uses the following

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04:04

The Costco Gas Station Experience You've Always...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/21

Costco is finally building standalone gas stations to solve their infamous parking lot congestion while expanding member benefits beyond the warehouse. This economics 101 supply-and-demand solution could be the competitive edge Costco needs against Sam's Club and Walmart. Presented by A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios, Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital.For the full episode, head here: https://youtu.be/vjOmUkH_Vhw?si=9f8KlsQw8yUdPqan#costco #costcogas #gasThis podcast uses the

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08:02

Albertsons' Digital Display Gamble: Retail Media Gold...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/21

Albertsons is betting big on digital displays throughout their stores, but grocery retail has a terrible track record with digital advertising execution. Our experts clash over whether this retail media investment will drive meaningful ROI or become another expensive digital billboard failure. Powered by A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios, Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital.For the full episode, head here: https://youtu.be/vjOmUkH_Vhw?si=9f8KlsQw8yUdPqan#albertsons

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08:50

Buy Or Sell: H&M Bettting Everything on AI to Beat...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/21

Can AI save H&M from Shein's explosive growth? H&M invests heavily in predictive and generative AI to compete as Shein leapfrogs to 1.5% market share. Expert analysis reveals why AI alone won't solve H&M's fast fashion problem. Brought to you by A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios, Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital.For the full episode, head here: https://youtu.be/vjOmUkH_Vhw?si=9f8KlsQw8yUdPqan#shein #h&m #fastfashionThis podcast uses the following third-party

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08:43

End of an Era: Amazon Officially Absorbs Whole Foods...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/21

Amazon restructures grocery leadership under "One Grocery" strategy, merging Whole Foods employees into Amazon systems. Is this long-overdue efficiency or cultural destruction? Expert debate on what this means for grocery competition and Whole Foods' future. Sponsored by A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital.For the full episode, head here: https://youtu.be/vjOmUkH_Vhw?si=9f8KlsQw8yUdPqan#grocery #amazon #wholefoodsThis podcast uses the following

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07:55

BREAKING: Walmart's Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Just...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/21

Walmart just revolutionized product launches forever! See how they delivered every Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order by 9 AM with FREE Coke and Pringles, leaving Target and Best Buy scrambling to catch up. Expert analysis on why this changes everything for electronics retail and gaming drops. Brought to you by A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios, Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital.#walmart #switch2 #nintendoFor the full episode, head here:

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25:21

Why Post-Purchase Communication Could Become Retail’s...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/20

In this Spotlight Series interview, Catherine Dummitt, VP of Marketing at Narvar, explains how the post-purchase journey is evolving from a cost center to a powerful “trust center.” With insights from over 42 billion consumer interactions annually, Narvar is helping retailers rethink shipping, returns, and communication to boost loyalty, reduce costs, and drive revenue. From AI-driven delivery confidence to smarter shipping perks, this is a must-watch for anyone shaping the future of e-commerce.Key

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05:55

How Lowe’s Is Reinventing Home Improvement with a...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/19

Lowe’s VP of Marketplace, Michael McCluskey, joins us to share why the retailer is diving headfirst into the world of third-party marketplaces. Learn how Lowe’s is creating an “endless aisle” experience, what this means for pro customers and sellers, and why the brand aims to become the go-to destination for everything home. Discover how Lowe’s is positioning itself in the trillion-dollar home market with a bold new e-commerce strategy. 0:09 – 0:31 | Introduction to Lowe’s marketplace push with VP

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58:18

Walmart’s Bait & Switch 2, Costco Gas & More Grocery...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/18

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored bytheA&M Consumer and Retail Group,Simbe,Mirakl,Ocampo Capital,Infios, andClearDemand,A&M Brooks Levering and Bryson Waterman joined Chris and Anne to discuss:Walmart’s stroke of merchandising genius around the Nintendo Switch 2 launch (Source)Amazon restructuring around its “One Grocery” strategy (Source)H&M’s plans to reverse its market share declines through AI and store efficiency gains (Source)Albertsons’ decision to go all-in on

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10:46

🛒 Frans Muller on Small-Scale Impact & Big-Picture...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/14

In this special closing interview from the VusionGroup Podcast Studio at CGF 2025 in Amsterdam, Frans Muller, CEO of Ahold Delhaize, joins Omni Talk Retail (0:10). He opens with reflections on the value of the Consumer Goods Forum and his time as co-chair (1:15), before diving into Ahold’s strategy of acting small at scale by empowering local stores and embracing community-specific solutions (2:15). He discusses how loyalty data and AI are reshaping personalized experiences (4:00), and how

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02:50

Lightning Round: Tesco Club Card Nightclub, Uber...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/14

Anne and Chris deliver lightning-fast takes on the week's quirkiest retail headlines, covering everything from Tesco's 90s nightclub pop-up to Uber's senior-friendly app features. The segment showcases their signature blend of retail expertise and entertainment while broadcasting live from Amsterdam's Consumer Goods Forum.Special thanks to the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand for sponsoring this week's segment.For the full epsisode, head here

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04:15

Peloton's New Resale Platform: Smart Business Move or...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/14

Peloton launched "Repowered," a resale marketplace for used fitness equipment where sellers retain 70% of the sale price while Peloton and platform provider Archive split the remaining 30%. The platform uses AI for pricing suggestions and aims to capture value from the secondary market, though experts worry about Peloton's operational execution track record.Special thanks to the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand for sponsoring this week's

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04:22

Amazon's Humanoid Robots Will Deliver Your Packages -...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/14

Amazon is developing humanoid robots that will ride in Rivian electric vans and deliver packages, currently testing the technology in a San Francisco facility designed like an obstacle course. While the concept represents significant automation advancement, experts question whether society is ready for humanoid robots delivering packages in residential areas.For the full epsisode, head here https://youtu.be/7Xn7tNqtskkSpecial thanks to the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo

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04:21

Dollar General's Kathy Ireland Partnership: Genius...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/14

Dollar General is launching new celebrity home collections including partnerships with Kathy Ireland, and other brands as part of its "Home Valley" expansion across 20,000+ stores. The strategy aims to attract higher-income shoppers seeking quality home goods at discount prices through a "treasure hunt" shopping experience.Special thanks to the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand for sponsoring this week's podcast.For the full epsisode, head here

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04:19

Walmart's AI Assistant "Sparky" Could Compete with...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/14

Walmart introduced "Ask Sparky," an AI assistant that helps customers find products, synthesize reviews, and get personalized recommendations through natural language searches. The company plans to evolve Sparky into agentic AI that can automatically take actions, positioning Walmart in the super app conversation alongside Google and Amazon.Special thanks to the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand for sponsoring this week's podcast.For the full

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04:17

Walmart's Genius "Who Knew?" Campaign: Walton Goggins...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/14

Walmart launched a strategic "Who Knew?" advertising campaign featuring actor Walton Goggins to highlight its transformation into a comprehensive Amazon competitor with over 500 million items and superior membership benefits. The campaign positions Walmart Plus as offering more value than Amazon Prime with gas discounts, express delivery, and lower annual subscription costs.Special thanks to the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand for sponsorship

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11:35

🥗 Kerry’s Juan Aguiriano on Redesigning Food Systems...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/14

In this final CGF 2025 interview recorded live from the VusionGroup Podcast Studio, Juan Aguiriano, Group Head of Sustainability at Kerry Group, joins Omni Talk Retail to share how Kerry is helping transform global food systems. Juan kicks off with what energized him most at the event (0:30) and details a not-so-secret breakfast meeting of CSOs including Ahold’s Alex Holt (1:00). He outlines Kerry’s innovation-with-impact strategy—cutting food waste with shelf-life tech (2:30), reducing sugar and

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13:23

🥕 Ahold Delhaize CSO Alex Holt on Scaling...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/13

In this wide-ranging conversation recorded live from the VusionGroup Podcast Studio at CGF 2025, Alex Holt, Chief Sustainability Officer at Ahold Delhaize, explains how the grocery giant is making sustainability simple and scalable. She shares her retail journey (0:30), the brand’s “Healthy Communities and Planet” strategy (1:20), and how they're nudging healthier customer choices (2:00). Holt unpacks what it takes to embed ESG into the business (2:40), the power of collaboration—including climate

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09:55

🌍 Aldi Süd CEO Christoph Schwaiger on Global Grocery...

Omni Talk Retail ·

2025/06/13

Live from the VusionGroup Podcast Studio at the Consumer Goods Forum 2025 in Amsterdam, Aldi Süd CEO Christoph Schwaiger shares how one of the world’s most influential grocers is leaning into AI and sustainability to better serve global consumers. He reflects on Aldi’s roots in discount grocery and its mission to make sustainability affordable (1:00), why CGF is a vital forum for collaborative innovation (2:45), and how banana and cashew supply chain changes are reshaping ethical sourcing (4:30)

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