In this episode, Dave Nielsen, President of Beyond Inc., shares his journey from his early career as an analyst at Payless ShoeSource to leading a major e-commerce company. He reflects on how his experience at BYU’s business school sparked his fascination with retail and the lessons he learned from navigating challenges in the industry, like the importance of balancing data-driven decisions with intuition. Nielsen discusses the acquisition of Bed Bath & Beyond's IP, the future of retail, and the need to adapt to changes in consumer behavior post-pandemic. He emphasizes the importance of listening to critics, learning from feedback, and making tough decisions as a president.