It’s back to school season, which means something different to everyone – especially in the world of retail. Katherine Cullen, NRF’s Head of Consumer Research, explores the topic and what it means for retailers as well as parents.  Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.

234. A look at Back to School 2021 consumer research

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Kate Ancketill, CEO and founder of GDR Creative Intelligence, talks about the current trends in technologies impacting retail, the impressive pace of innovation in the industry, and what gives her hope for the future of retail. Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.

353. Futurist Kate Ancketill on what AI means for retailers

Replay from Retail Gets Real episode 326:  As SVP of Leadership & Organizational Development, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, and Community Impact for Burlington Stores, Mecca Mitchell leads efforts to cultivate a culture that leverages diversity, inclusion and equity best practices to drive business objectives, while responding to the diverse needs of its workforce, its customers, and the community. We’re talking to Mecca about her unconventional career journey, creating inclusive communities and leading with passion and authenticity. Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.

352. Replay: Considering diversity, equity and inclusion as a state of success—not a checkbox

We talk to Adam Lukoskie, SVP and Foundation Executive Director of the National Retail Federation, about current topics and trends in talent acquisition—delving into best practices, new ideas and how retailers are investing in talent for the future of retail.  Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.

351. Cultivating the next generation of retail talent

Replay from Retail Gets Real episode 328: Crocs SVP and CMO Heidi Cooley shares how she got into retail, how Crocs connects with consumers everywhere, and the strategies she and her team used to make Crocs one of the most popular brands in footwear. Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.

350. Replay: The Crocs story of reinvention, innovation and modern marketing magic

With a lifelong love of mountain and alpine sports, and over 20 years of global experience in retail and vertical premium brands, Stuart Haselden says leading high-performance outerwear company Arc’teryx is a “dream job.” On this episode, Haselden talks about how he went from an Army officer to retail CEO, his lessons in leadership and how he has helped guide the wholesale, niche company into a global, vertical brand. Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.

234. A look at Back to School 2021 consumer research

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