In this episode of All Things Circular, host Peter Evans moderates a live panel discussion exploring one of the fastest-growing sectors in retail: recommerce. Joined by Jacques Stambouli, Matt Leavell, and Dennis Hoang the conversation dives into the realities of building successful businesses in liquidation, resale, reverse logistics, and secondary markets.
The panel explores the explosive growth of recommerce and the factors driving demand, including changing consumer behavior, rising demand for value-oriented shopping, the growth of off-price retail, and the continued expansion of resale marketplaces. The group discusses how platforms like eBay, Facebook Marketplace, Whatnot, TikTok Shop, and other emerging channels are lowering barriers to entry and creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs and established businesses alike.
The discussion also takes a deep dive into sourcing strategies, relationship building, and operational excellence. The panelists share lessons learned from decades in the industry, explaining why long-term partnerships often matter more than transactions, how successful operators evaluate opportunities, and why diversification across suppliers, product categories, and sales channels is critical for long-term growth and stability.
Technology and automation are another major focus of the conversation. The group examines the role of AI, software platforms, inventory management systems, listing tools, and automation in helping businesses scale while cautioning against adopting technology simply for technology’s sake. Instead, they emphasize building repeatable processes, identifying operational bottlenecks, and ensuring technology supports real business needs.
The panel concludes with predictions for the future of recommerce, including the continued rise of live selling, increasing industry consolidation, growing professionalization, and the massive opportunities still available in an industry that remains underserved despite its rapid growth. Whether you're an entrepreneur, reseller, liquidator, retailer, or reverse logistics professional, this episode provides practical insights into how successful operators are navigating one of the most dynamic sectors in commerce today.
If you're interested in resale, liquidation, live shopping, reverse logistics, or building a business in the secondary market, this episode is packed with actionable lessons from industry leaders who have successfully scaled in the space.
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In this episode of All Things Circular, hosts Peter Evans and Victoria D'Arcy are joined by Martin Series of Foxway to explore the rapidly evolving world of IT asset disposition (ITAD), device lifecycle management, refurbishment, and circular technology services.
With more than 25 years of experience in the industry, Martin shares how Foxway has built a business focused on extending the life of devices through leasing, lifecycle services, refurbishment, reuse, and global remarketing. The conversation follows the journey of an enterprise device from collection and secure logistics to data sanitization, diagnostics, grading, refurbishment, and resale across more than 50 countries.
The discussion highlights the growing demand for refurbished technology and the role circular business models are playing in helping organizations reduce costs while meeting sustainability goals. Martin explains how enterprises are increasingly embracing refurbished devices, longer refresh cycles, and lifecycle management strategies that maximize asset value and reduce waste.
Peter and Victoria also dive into emerging trends shaping the future of the industry, including Right to Repair legislation, certified refurbishment programs, data center asset recovery, and the growing influence of AI. From automated grading and pricing tools to operational efficiencies and marketplace innovation, AI is beginning to transform how circular businesses operate and scale.
The conversation also explores Foxway's recent King's Award for Enterprise in Innovation, recognizing the company's Smart platform, which helps refurbishers manage software licensing, compliance, and operational workflows at scale. Martin shares how the platform has grown internationally and why innovation remains critical to accelerating circular adoption across the technology sector.
The episode closes with a discussion about one of the industry's biggest opportunities: the billions of unused devices sitting in homes and offices around the world. As organizations search for ways to recover value, improve sustainability, and secure critical materials, Martin explains why reuse, refurbishment, and circularity will continue to play an increasingly important role in the future of technology.
Whether you're involved in ITAD, refurbishment, reverse logistics, circular commerce, enterprise IT, or sustainability, this episode provides practical insights into how technology assets can create value long after their first use.
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In this episode of All Things Circular, hosts and welcome back returning guest for a wide-ranging discussion on the rapid evolution of circularity, reverse logistics, ITAD, and the growing importance of critical material recovery in global supply chains.Since first appearing on Episode 4, David has expanded Circular Connect from a simple newsletter into a growing global directory and networking platform focused on connecting businesses across the circular economy landscape. The conversation explores how fragmented and difficult the industry still is to navigate, why visibility and collaboration matter, and how Circular Connect is helping organizations discover new partners, services, and opportunities within the reverse supply chain ecosystem.The group also examines the growing professionalization of the reverse logistics and ITAD industries, including the shift away from purely transactional models toward integrated service offerings that include asset tracking, traceability, reporting, and strategic partnerships. As more OEMs, retailers, and enterprise organizations begin embracing circularity as both a customer retention and revenue generation tool, the discussion highlights how circular business models are becoming increasingly tied to broader commercial strategy.A major focus throughout the episode is the growing global urgency around critical minerals, supply chain resilience, and urban mining. From copper shortages and rare earth elements to data center decommissioning and battery material recovery, the conversation unpacks how geopolitical instability, AI infrastructure growth, and resource scarcity are pushing circular supply chains into the center of economic and national security conversations.The episode also explores the launch of new reverse logistics and ITAD associations, the importance of collaboration and standards across the industry, and why better data collection and shared visibility are essential for scaling circularity globally. The group discusses increasing M&A activity, private equity investment, and the accelerating demand for IT asset disposition and lifecycle management services as circularity continues evolving from a sustainability initiative into a major commercial growth driver.Whether you work in reverse logistics, ITAD, circular commerce, supply chain strategy, or sustainability, this episode offers a practical look at where the industry is heading next—and why circularity is rapidly becoming one of the most strategically important forces shaping the future economy.Visit our website to learn more:https://allthingscircular.comConnect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-c-evans-phd-217b8/Connect with Vic: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-d-arcy-aa84b51/Connect with David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dwatsonrl/SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW ALONG!Our podcast focuses mostly on:Circular Economy, Sustainable Living, Sustainability, Eco-Friendly, Recycling, Zero Waste, Environmentalism, Green Economy, Climate Change, Business Sustainability, Waste Management, Renewable Resources, Eco-Innovation, Supply Chain, Business, Circularity, Environmental Impact, Life Cycle Assessment, Upcycling, Downcycling, Closed Loop System, Sustainable Practices, Resource Recovery, Circular Strategies, Podcast, Alternative Materials, Reverse Logistics, ITAD, Lifecycle Services, Product Sourcing, and more!

In this episode of All Things Circular, hosts Rich Bulger and Peter Evans are joined by returning guest Deborah Dull for a deep discussion on the future of reverse logistics, circular supply chains, remanufacturing, and the growing need to professionalize the after-sales economy.The conversation explores the major shifts happening across the reverse logistics industry following the transition from the Reverse Logistics Association to new industry initiatives like the Global Reverse Logistics Alliance (GRLA). The group examines why reverse logistics has historically lacked formal education, standards, and industry-wide professional development despite supporting hundreds of thousands of workers globally.Deborah shares her perspective on why circularity should not be viewed solely as a sustainability initiative, but as a critical operational and risk mitigation strategy tied directly to material scarcity, supply chain resilience, and long-term economic stability. The discussion also dives into remanufacturing, material harvesting, repair ecosystems, circular finance, and the growing importance of building localized and more resilient supply chains.Rich and Peter unpack the massive opportunity emerging within secondary markets, reverse logistics platforms, and circular business models, highlighting how industries are beginning to recognize the economic value hidden inside returned, surplus, and used products. The episode also explores why education, data collection, industry collaboration, and shared standards are essential for scaling the next generation of circular commerce.From reverse logistics associations and trade policy to AI infrastructure, material shortages, and “Remade in America” supply chains, this episode offers a practical and thought-provoking look at where the circular economy is heading next, and why reverse logistics is becoming one of the most strategically important functions in global business.Visit our website to learn more:https://allthingscircular.comConnect with Rich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-bulger-43b02112/Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-c-evans-phd-217b8/Connect with Deborah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahdull/SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW ALONG!Our podcast focuses mostly on:Circular Economy, Sustainable Living, Sustainability, Eco-Friendly, Recycling, Zero Waste, Environmentalism, Green Economy, Climate Change, Business Sustainability, Waste Management, Renewable Resources, Eco-Innovation, Supply Chain, Business, Circularity, Environmental Impact, Life Cycle Assessment, Upcycling, Downcycling, Closed Loop System, Sustainable Practices, Resource Recovery, Circular Strategies, Podcast, Alternative Materials, Reverse Logistics, ITAD, Lifecycle Services, Product Sourcing, and more!

In this episode of All Things Circular, hosts Rich Bulger and Peter Evans sit down with Chase Binnie, CEO of RetailWire, for a deep dive into the rapidly evolving retail landscape and the growing intersection of AI, reverse logistics, resale, and circular commerce.The conversation explores how shopping behavior has fundamentally changed over the last five years, accelerating the shift toward omnichannel retail, unified commerce, and platform-driven checkout experiences. From TikTok Shop and Instagram commerce to AI-powered shopping assistants and marketplace ecosystems, retailers are racing to understand how to keep customers engaged across an increasingly fragmented digital environment.A major theme throughout the episode is the importance of clean product data and the growing push toward traceability. Chase shares insights from NRF around RFID adoption, AI-enabled commerce systems, and emerging frameworks like digital product passports, which are quickly becoming central to how brands track products across their lifecycle. The discussion also examines how European regulations around sustainability, resale, and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) are influencing global retail strategy.Rich and Peter also unpack the explosive growth of the secondary market and why brands are beginning to think differently about ownership, returns, and resale. From Patagonia integrating resale directly into their primary ecommerce experience to luxury brands embedding NFC chips for authentication and instant resale, the conversation highlights how circularity is moving from niche concept to mainstream retail strategy.The episode also dives into changing consumer behavior across generations, including the rise of live shopping platforms like Whatnot and the growing preference among Gen Z shoppers for interactive, entertainment-driven commerce experiences. As resale, liquidation, and social commerce continue to converge, the group explores what these shifts mean for retailers, brands, and operators trying to adapt to the next generation of buying behavior.Whether you’re in retail, ecommerce, reverse logistics, or the circular economy, this episode offers a practical look at where commerce is heading, why returns and resale are becoming core business functions, and how data, AI, and ecosystem thinking are reshaping the future of retail.Visit our website to learn more:https://allthingscircular.comConnect with Rich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-bulger-43b02112/Connect with Peter: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-c-evans-phd-217b8/Connect with Chase: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chasebinnie/SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW ALONG!Our podcast focuses mostly on:Circular Economy, Sustainable Living, Sustainability, Eco-Friendly, Recycling, Zero Waste, Environmentalism, Green Economy, Climate Change, Business Sustainability, Waste Management, Renewable Resources, Eco-Innovation, Supply Chain, Business, Circularity, Environmental Impact, Life Cycle Assessment, Upcycling, Downcycling, Closed Loop System, Sustainable Practices, Resource Recovery, Circular Strategies, Podcast, Alternative Materials, Reverse Logistics, ITAD, Lifecycle Services, Product Sourcing, and more!

In this episode of All Things Circular, hosts Rich Bulger and Victoria D’Arcy sit down with Antonio Colicchio, known as “The Returns Guy” to break down one of the most misunderstood and underutilized areas in retail: returns.Drawing from decades of experience across major global brands like Abercrombie & Fitch, Victoria’s Secret, and DSW, Antonio shares how returns are not just a reverse logistics function but a critical feedback loop that impacts product, customer experience, and operations.The conversation challenges common assumptions around returns, including the belief that customers are the primary cause. Instead, Antonio outlines how most returns are driven by factors within a retailer’s control, from product quality and sizing to digital experience and how items are represented online.A key theme of the episode is rethinking returns as a strategic function rather than a cost center. Antonio introduces his framework of reduce, profit, and delight, emphasizing that winning retailers will focus on reducing unnecessary returns, maximizing value from the ones they receive, and delivering seamless customer experiences.The episode also dives into the complexities of returns fraud and abuse, separating myth from reality. While many believe fraud makes up a large portion of returns, Antonio explains why the true number is significantly lower, and why mislabeling behaviors like “bracketing” can lead to flawed strategies.Looking ahead, the discussion explores the future of returns, including the shift toward personalized return policies and the growing role of data and AI in understanding customer behavior, reducing return rates, and improving overall performance.Whether you’re a retailer, brand, or operator in the circular economy, this episode offers a practical and strategic look at how returns can move from a cost burden to a competitive advantage.Visit our website to learn more:https://allthingscircular.comConnect with Rich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-bulger-43b02112/Connect with Vic: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-d-arcy-aa84b51/Connect with Antonio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antonio-colicchio-9469661/SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW ALONG!Our podcast focuses mostly on:Circular Economy, Sustainable Living, Sustainability, Eco-Friendly, Recycling, Zero Waste, Environmentalism, Green Economy, Climate Change, Business Sustainability, Waste Management, Renewable Resources, Eco-Innovation, Supply Chain, Business, Circularity, Environmental Impact, Life Cycle Assessment, Upcycling, Downcycling, Closed Loop System, Sustainable Practices, Resource Recovery, Circular Strategies, Podcast, Alternative Materials, Reverse Logistics, ITAD, Lifecycle Services, Product Sourcing, and more!

In this episode of All Things Circular, host Rich Bulger sits down with Bob Lafon, founder of Mobile Disrupt, to explore the evolution of the secondary mobile device market and the growing importance of circularity in the mobility ecosystem.With more than 40 years of experience in the wireless industry, Bob shares his journey from corporate leadership roles to entrepreneurship, driven by a relentless focus on problem-solving and a willingness to take risks. His path ultimately led to the creation of Mobile Disrupt, a conference built to serve a part of the industry that was often overlooked and undervalued.The conversation dives into the early days of Mobile Disrupt and the gap Bob recognized in the market. While attending industry events, he noticed that companies operating in the secondary mobile space resale, refurbishment, and reuse were often marginalized, despite playing a critical role in both environmental sustainability and economic value creation. This realization sparked the idea for a conference designed to bring visibility, respect, and opportunity to the entire ecosystem.Rich and Bob also explore the rapid growth of the used mobile device market, expected to reach significant scale in the coming years, and the operational challenges that come with it. From inconsistent grading standards to global fragmentation across regions, the industry is still working toward greater alignment and efficiency. The discussion highlights how emerging technologies like AI, robotics, and automation are beginning to solve these challenges by driving consistency and improving outcomes across the supply chain.A key theme throughout the episode is differentiation. Bob emphasizes the importance of building a unique value proposition in a crowded and competitive market, warning against common pitfalls like competing solely on price or making unprovable claims around service quality. Instead, success comes from identifying real problems, solving them effectively, and continuously evolving to stay relevant.The episode also offers practical advice for those entering the industry or attending trade shows for the first time. From planning meetings in advance to focusing on meaningful conversations rather than transactional interactions, Rich and Bob share strategies for maximizing value and building lasting relationships in a fast-moving space.Whether you’re new to the circular economy or deeply embedded in reverse logistics and resale, this episode provides valuable insight into how the mobility market is evolving, why the secondary supply chain matters, and what it takes to succeed in an increasingly competitive global landscape.Visit our website to learn more:https://allthingscircular.comConnect with Rich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-bulger-43b02112/Connect with Bob: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-lafon/SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW ALONG!Our podcast focuses mostly on:Circular Economy, Sustainable Living, Sustainability, Eco-Friendly, Recycling, Zero Waste, Environmentalism, Green Economy, Climate Change, Business Sustainability, Waste Management, Renewable Resources, Eco-Innovation, Supply Chain, Business, Circularity, Environmental Impact, Life Cycle Assessment, Upcycling, Downcycling, Closed Loop System, Sustainable Practices, Resource Recovery, Circular Strategies, Podcast, Alternative Materials, Reverse Logistics, ITAD, Lifecycle Services, Product Sourcing, and more!

In this episode of All Things Circular, host Rich Bulger sits down with Jordan Sielaff, CEO of Gierd, to explore how multi-platform ecommerce, marketplaces, and data-driven strategies are reshaping the future of retail, resale, and the circular economy.As more brands and retailers launch their own marketplaces, the traditional lines between direct-to-consumer, wholesale, and third-party platforms are beginning to blur. From companies like Walmart, Target, and Best Buy expanding their marketplace strategies to brands seeking more control over customer experience, pricing, and fulfillment, the conversation highlights a major shift in how products are bought and sold.Rich and Jordan break down the key differences between branded marketplaces and third-party platforms like Amazon and eBay, and why more companies are investing in owning their customer relationships. By reducing layers in the sales process, brands gain more control, faster feedback loops, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing demand, but they also take on added complexity in operations, customer service, and logistics.A central theme of the episode is the challenge of managing multi-channel commerce at scale. With different pricing structures, fee models, customer expectations, and levels of fraud across platforms, brands must rely on real-time data, automation, and dynamic pricing strategies to remain competitive and profitable. Jordan introduces the concept of “complete commerce,” a unified approach that connects pricing, supply and demand, customer experience, fraud management, and financial performance into a single decision-making framework.The conversation also explores how marketplaces are evolving beyond simple sales channels into powerful data engines that help brands better understand customer behavior, optimize inventory, and forecast future demand. In a world where pricing, demand, and competition are constantly shifting, companies that can react quickly and intelligently are the ones that win.Rich and Jordan also challenge a common misconception around the “gray market,” reframing it not as a risk, but as an opportunity. Rather than viewing secondary markets as separate or undesirable, the discussion highlights how they can serve as a testing ground for demand, pricing strategies, and new customer segments, ultimately becoming a fully integrated part of a brand’s overall commerce strategy.Whether you’re a brand, retailer, or operator navigating resale and reverse logistics, this episode offers a practical look at how marketplaces, data, and technology are converging to create a more connected and dynamic commerce ecosystem and why the future of selling is no longer linear, but fully circular.Visit our website to learn more:https://allthingscircular.comConnect with Rich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-bulger-43b02112/Connect with Jordan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordansielaff/SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW ALONG!Our podcast focuses mostly on:Circular Economy, Sustainable Living, Sustainability, Eco-Friendly, Recycling, Zero Waste, Environmentalism, Green Economy, Climate Change, Business Sustainability, Waste Management, Renewable Resources, Eco-Innovation, Supply Chain, Business, Circularity, Environmental Impact, Life Cycle Assessment, Upcycling, Downcycling, Closed Loop System, Sustainable Practices, Resource Recovery, Circular Strategies, Podcast, Alternative Materials, Reverse Logistics, ITAD, Lifecycle Services, Product Sourcing, and more!

In this episode of All Things Circular, host Peter Evans sits down with Dennis and Davis, co-founders of Patturn, to explore how technology is transforming one of the most complex challenges in retail: fashion returns.

Patturn has built a recommerce operating system designed specifically for apparel, footwear, and accessories, helping brands and retailers process, grade, and resell returned inventory at scale. From receiving and inspection to pricing and multi-channel resale, their platform tackles the full lifecycle of returned fashion products, turning what is often seen as a loss into a recoverable revenue stream.

The conversation dives into the reality of modern e-commerce returns, where most items come back in near-new condition due to sizing issues or customer preference rather than damage. Instead of sending these products to liquidation or landfill, Patturn focuses on maximizing value through recommerce, leveraging marketplaces like eBay, Poshmark, and Depop to move inventory quickly and efficiently.

A key theme of the episode is the complexity of what the team calls “single-SKU logistics.” Unlike traditional retail, where products are sold in bulk quantities, returned fashion items are often one-of-one unique in size, condition, and style. Patturn’s system is built to handle this level of granularity, effectively serializing inventory and distributing it across multiple marketplaces in real time to maximize sell-through and pricing.

The episode also explores how AI is beginning to reshape recommerce, from automated pricing and listing optimization to the future potential of AI-driven shopping agents that could source secondhand products on behalf of consumers. As resale continues to grow, the ability to intelligently match supply with demand across fragmented marketplaces is becoming a critical advantage.

Dennis and Davis also pull back the curtain on a common misconception in the industry: that buying return pallets is an easy path to profit. In reality, extracting value from returned goods requires infrastructure, technology, and expertise, something most first-time buyers quickly discover the hard way.

Whether you’re a retailer looking to improve return recovery, a reseller navigating secondary markets, or simply interested in the future of fashion recommerce, this episode offers a practical look at how technology, marketplaces, and operations are converging to unlock value after first use.

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In this episode of All Things Circular, host Rich Bulger sits down with Matt Leavell, CEO of BuyLow Warehouse and founder of WHSL Market, to unpack the realities of the liquidation industry and why relationships, speed, and adaptability define success in the secondary supply chain.

Matt shares his journey from entrepreneurship across multiple industries into liquidation, where he quickly learned that unlike traditional business models, this space is constantly shifting. Contracts change, supply disappears, pricing fluctuates, and the strategies that work today may not work tomorrow. Instead of relying on rigid systems, success in liquidation often comes down to recognizing opportunity in real time and executing quickly while maintaining trust and integrity.

The conversation dives into the fundamentals of liquidation and why it plays such a critical role in the circular economy. From returns and overstock to undeliverable inventory and shelf pulls, Matt breaks down how products enter the secondary market and why retailers and brands rely on partners to extract value from inventory they can no longer sell through traditional channels.

A key theme throughout the episode is the lack of formal education in reverse logistics and liquidation. Most operators in the space are self-taught problem solvers, learning through experience, relationships, and hard-earned lessons. This gap in education is one of the driving forces behind WHSL Market, a conference designed to bring together small to mid-sized liquidators for networking, learning, and real-world insight that can’t be found in textbooks.

Matt also shares the vision behind WHSL Market, including its focus on integrity, transparency, and connection. From the implementation of a morals and ethics pledge to curated education and high-value networking opportunities, the event is built to help operators grow their businesses while building trust in an industry that has historically struggled with inconsistency.

The episode also tackles a common misconception in the industry: that brokers don’t add value. Matt explains the difference between transactional “couch brokers” and professional brokers who create real value by building relationships, reducing risk, and helping buyers navigate an unpredictable marketplace.

Whether you’re new to liquidation or deep in the secondary market, this episode offers a practical look at how products move after first use, why relationships matter more than ever, and how operators can position themselves to win in an industry defined by constant change.

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