The last two years have forced a fundamental change from the tactical implementation of commerce technology to become commercialized as a strategic growth driver.

In this episode of the RETHINK Retail Podcast, author and technology futurist Daniel Burris sits down with Richard Berkman, global leader for IBM Consulting's Digital Commerce & Enterprise Design Thinking practices, to discuss the future of retail technology and the three key growth levers retailers must focus on as they adapt their commerce efforts for the road ahead.

IBM iX works at the intersection of strategy, design and technology to digitally reinvent your business. By putting customer experience at the center of your business, IBM iX takes a human-centered, outcomes-led approach to defining your digital strategy and delivering exceptional customer experiences to build your business, by design.

Learn more about how IBM iX can help your businesses at: https://ibm.biz/BdPBHM

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Hosted by Daniel Burrus

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Edited by Chase Atherton

In this episode guest host Shannon Ryan is joined by Sandra Byrne, senior manager for Lush Cosmetics, a bath, body, skin and hair care company devoted to creating fresh, low-waste and cruelty-free products.

Sandra has worked for Lush for nearly 18 years and is the store manager of the world's largest Lush shop in Liverpool, UK. In this episode we hear Sandra's journey of how she transformed her High Street location into a community hub where the brand's story shines bright.

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Hosted by Shannon Ryan

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Edited by Chase Atherton

In this episode, Julia Hare speaks with CEO and Founder Gail Amsterdam of Amsterdam Associates, a retained executive search firm focused on recruiting retail and digital senior talent for growth-oriented businesses. Gail shares what qualities she looks for in retail executives, how leadership has changed, and stories from her career that will surprise you!

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Hosted by Julia Hare

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Edited by Chase Atherton

In this episode, guest host Alicia Esposito speaks with Dr. Lily Talakoub, a board-certified dermatologist and the founder and CEO of Derm to Door.

Derm to Door is a robust, curated skincare e-commerce platform with a dedicated shopping mobile application, AI-driven skin analysis and a network of tele-dermatology providers offering on demand appointments from your phone or tablet.

Knowing how to truly leverage the power of social media, Dr. Lily has also built a following of fans who watch her educational videos on TikTok and Instagram.

Qualifying retailers and brands can attend Shoptalk Europe for free with up to £500 in travel reimbursement through Shoptalk’s world-renowned Hosted Meeting Programme.  For more information visit https://shoptalkeurope.com/

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Hosted by Alicia Esposito

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Edited by Chase Atherton

Welcome to the RETHINK Retail Podcast, your go-to weekly podcast where we team up with industry experts to discuss the news, trends, and big ideas that are redefining commerce.

On today's episode, host Julia Hare speaks with Karli Bruno, e-commerce & digital marketing manager at Davines, a professional haircare brand care-crafted in Italy and focused on sustainable, natural ingredients. Karli shares the personalization journey the brand made after quickly pivoting to e-commerce during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Prior to joining Davines and focusing on the beauty Industry, Karli was an e-commerce manager at Mood Fabrics and Lord & Taylor, with focus in the retail DTC industry.

This episode is sponsored by Coveo on behalf of today’s guest with professional haircare brand Davines. Use code: RETHINKRETAIL at www.davines.com to receive free Shipping on Davines products. Offer expires May 30, 2022. Thank you to our sponsor Coveo, to learn more about what Coveo’s AI-powered relevance platform can do for you, visit www.coveo.com.

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Hosted by Julia Hare

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Edited by Chase Atherton

Welcome to the Retail Rundown, your go-to weekly podcast where RETHINK Retail teams up with industry experts to discuss the news, trends, and big ideas that are redefining commerce.

Have you heard of the effortless economy? In today's digital world, convenience is the number one priority for shoppers, and a seamless consumer experience is a standard expectation. This has created clear opportunities for retailers, but also significant challenges.

In this episode, host Jerry Sheldon, IHL's Vice President of Technology, spoke with Callum Campbell, CEO of Linnworks, about the consumer shift to the effortless economy and what it means for the retail industry.

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Hosted by Jerry Sheldon

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Edited by Chase Atherton

Retail is a fast paced diverse, and exciting industry—and managing complexity and ambiguity has been the theme of the past two years.

In this episode, host April Sabral dives into the topic of positive leadership with guest Emma Taylor, vice president of North American stores for REISS, a modern, global fashion brand offering stylish women's and menswear.

Prior to joining REISS, Emma spent nearly 14 years growing her career at TOPSHOP TOPMAN where she most recently served as the brand’s US regional manager.

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Hosted by April Sabral

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Edited by Trenton Waller

Welcome to the Retail Rundown, your go-to weekly podcast where RETHINK Retail teams up with industry experts to discuss the news, trends, and big ideas that are redefining retail.

In this episode we hear from up-and-coming designer Gwen Beloti as she shares the story behind her namesake jewelry brand, the Gwen Beloti Collection.

Founded in 2019, the Brooklyn-based brand is committed to providing women with stylish everyday accessory options that are high quality, accessible and size inclusive. Gwen Beloti was also featured at the NRF’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Showcase during its Big Show last month.

Shop from Gwen's collection at www.gwenbeloti.com

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Hosted and produced by Gabriella Bock

Edited by Trenton Waller

Today we’re kicking off another episode of the Retail Rundown podcast with guest Nicolas Safis. Nicolas is the Group Innovation Director at Carrefour, which is the eighth-largest retailer in the world by revenue, operating a massive fleet of hypermarkets, grocery and convenience stores in over 30 countries.

Join us as we discuss Carrefour's recent and upcoming digital innovation initiatives, including the launch of an AiFi-partnered connected store in Paris and the retailer's moves toward the metaverse.

Today’s episode with Carrefour is a great example of how AiFi helped bring retailer's vision to life with the deployment of Carrefour's first connected store in Paris. To learn how AiFi can help your brand deploy a connected store, visit their website at aifi.com.

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Hosted by Julia Hare

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Edited by Trenton Waller

Welcome to the Retail Rundown, your go-to weekly podcast where RETHINK Retail teams up with industry experts to discuss the news, trends, and big ideas that are redefining commerce.

In this episode, Karl Haller, partner at the IBM Consumer Center of Competency, joins us to discuss IBM's new key findings on consumer attitudes toward hybrid shopping, sustainability, and purpose-driven brands.

In his role at IBM, Karl Haller leads a team of industry experts who develop transformational solutions and programs for leading retailers and CPGs across the globe.

Before becoming a partner at IBM, Karl was a retail executive for flagship brands such as Brooks Brothers and The Limited.

Download the full report at: https://www.ibm.com/downloads/cas/YZYLMLEV

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Hosted by Julia Hare

Produced by Gabriella Bock

Edited by Trenton Waller