In this episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast, guest host and Top Retail Influencer Cathy McCabe sits down with Bill Michels, General Manager, Retail Media Platform at Moloco.

Bill brings more than two decades of experience in successful leadership across product management, data strategy, and business development at definitive companies like Yahoo!, The Trade Desk, Foursquare and more.

Since joining Moloco, Bill helps retailers and brands launch automated ads that can predict the goods and services your audience is most interested in - creating a highly personalized shopping experience for each customer.

Listen in as we dive into how Moloco is capitalizing on AI and machine learning technology to help retailers generate memorable experiences!

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Host: Top Retail Influencer Cathy McCabe

Produced by Brooke Frankum

Edited by Lawrence Teves

In this episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast, host Gabriella Bock sits down with Stacy All, vice president of product design at Wish.com.

Stacy All has more than 20 years of experience in consumer-centered design and experience, and she has led initiatives at NEC, Yahoo, and Walmart eCommerce. With a proven reputation for cultivating enjoyable experiences in the e-commerce space, Stacy joined Wish in June of 2022 as VP of Product design.

Shortly after Stacy joined Wish, the company launched its first rebrand since its founding in 2010, introducing a new bold and playful aesthetic, new logo, and mission statement, “Bargains made fun, discovery made easy."

Listen in as we explore the role of discovery retail, product design, shoppable videos, and keeping up with trend cycles.

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Host: Gabriella Bock

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Research by Maggie Schwenn

In this episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast, host Julia Hare sits down with Mike Keech, CEO of the popular hydration drink taking the internet by storm, Liquid I.V.

Mike joined as the CEO of the functional hydration brand, Liquid I.V., in December 2020, and under his leadership, the brand has grown 400%. Mike supported in the growth of several well-respected companies, including Coca-Cola, Diageo, L'Oréal, and Kao. 

 

He joined Unilever in 2012 leading the beverages category in Asia-Pacific. His work in these companies resulted in his extensive global background, an understanding of international consumer trends, and the entrepreneurial skills needed to scale growth.

Prior to joining Liquid I.V., he spent three years as COO of Ben & Jerry’s, then led the e- commerce division for Unilever’s personal care division in North America.

 

Mike's broad range of business experiences make him a fantastic leader to lead a brand like Liquid I.V., a hyper-growth startup.

His years of experience with several corporations at varying stages of their development gave him the tools to not only position Liquid I.V. as the #1 brand in the powdered hydration category, but also to solidify Liquid I.V. as an enduring brand for years to come. His personal interest in wellness blends well with the purpose-driven impact work that Liquid I.V. does, which includes donating millions of servings of Liquid I.V. to people who need it, and funding clean water access projects.

 

As you'll hear in this episode, Mike’s passion lies in helping business be a force for good and contributing to the communities in which they operate.

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Host: Julia Hare

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Research by Maggie Schwenn

In this episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast, host Paula Macaggi sat down with Matt Bradley, co-founder and director of the Retail Technology Show, to discuss the upcoming April event and why YOU should be planning to attend.

Hint: not only will this event boast an impressive roster of retail speakers and exhibitors, but RETHINK Retail will be throwing another BIG RETAIL BASH for our friends across the pond. We will also be hosting an afternoon of Store Tours with Top Retail Influencer Ian Scott — need we say more?

Tune in to hear more about RTS’ upcoming event held in London from April 26-27 and how you can attend this unforgettable event!

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Host: Paula Macaggi

Produced by Gabriella Bock

This episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast was recorded live at the NRF Big Show 2023 on January 16th, 2023.

In this episode, host Julia Raymond Hare sits down with Jacee Scoular, senior director of brand marketing strategy at Hollister following her stage session on purpose driven retail with fellow brand executives from Chobani and Nordstrom.

Together they discuss trends that are dominating 2023 as well as how the retailer is leaning into purpose with its Hollister Confidence Project and activating social good campaigns focused on anti-bullying and cultivating teen confidence.

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Host: Julia Hare

Produced by Gabriella Bock

This episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast was recorded live at the NRF Big Show 2023 on January 16th, 2023.

In this episode, host Julia Raymond Hare sits down with Matthew Kaness, CEO of GoodWillFinds, who leads the expansion of the Goodwill Network's recently launched e-commerce site.

Together they discuss the retail and sustainability trends that will dominate 2023 as well as how Generation Z has helped the non-profit expanded into the digital world.

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Host: Julia Hare

Produced by Gabriella Bock

This episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast was recorded live at the NRF Big Show 2023 on January 16th, 2023.

In this episode, guest host Melissa Minkow sits down with Martin Urruita, global head of retail innovation and experience at Lego, following his packed session at the Big Show.

Together they discuss digital innovation and the role digital is playing in Lego's physical store experience, as well as how Lego differentiates its DTC experience strategy from its retailer partner experience.

Martin also reveals the projects he most excited about in 2023 as well as what else we can expect from his team of master builders.

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Host: Melissa Minkow

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Welcome to Retail Therapy, a RETHINK Retail exclusive Podcast series where we examine a retailer facing a huge challenge or opportunity and provide actionable steps to revive, revitalize or rebrand them back from oblivion.

In this episode, host Gabriella Bock is joined by RETHINK Retail Top Retail Influencer's Andrew Smith and Liza Amlani to examine Forever 21, a fast fashion retailer that lost market dominance almost as quickly as it gained it.

This episode of Retail Therapy was brought to you by the Retail Cloud Alliance and Cognizant. To see how Cognizant can help transform your business, visit them at www.cognizant.com.

Host: Gabriella Bock

Research by Maggie Schwenn

Retailers are feeling the weight of competition now more than ever.

Combine that with tight margins, continued supply chain, inflation and labor challenges, and it becomes abundantly clear that brands and retailers are in a race to remain relevant.

But what does relevancy actually mean to today's consumers, and does the idea of relevancy vary depending on who you ask and what they're buying? And what about where they're buying from?

To dive into these questions and more, I spoke with Brian McGlynn, general manager of commerce at Coveo, who came armed with the answers I was seeking.

For listeners who don't already know about Coveo, it's an AI-powered software-as-a-service search engine that recently announced the launch of its Merchandising Hub, a new product developed as a result of the company's acquisition of Qubit, a leader in AI powered merchandising. They're doing some really cool stuff in the omni space so be sure to check them out and say hello at Booth 209 if you are attending NRF 2023 - you might even get a chance to try out one of their Maple Manhattans (I know I will be).

About the guest: Having spent more than 20 years in the high-tech industry, Brian McGlynn's experience spans start-ups and Fortune 100 companies, including HP and IBM. He’s held roles in sales, consulting, and general management.

More recently as General Manager of Intershop’s North American business, Brian spearheaded the company’s growth into new markets with B2C and B2B commerce offerings. In his current role at Coveo, Brian brings a solid e-commerce expertise with a focus on search, content management, and customer analytics.

Brian holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Telecommunications Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology and an MBA from Concordia University. Outside of work, Brian’s voice can be heard on radio stations across New York State.

Hosted and produced by Gabriella Bock, Head of Content & Production at RETHINK Retail.

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Did you know, long before JanSport was on the backs of every middle schooler in America it had once been a handmade pack for a group of Mt. Rainer hiking hippies? We didn't either until this week's guest revealed the origins of JanSport, a pop culture icon and America's essential backpack for more than five decades.

In our first episode of 2023, host Gabriella Bock is joined by Monica Rigali, JanSport Vice President Global Brand Management, to discuss how the brand has evolved and remained relevant to decades of young people, as well as her take on the big Gen Z trends that will define the new year.

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