Retail’s future belongs to those who can skillfully juggle potent purchases, original invention, and outrageous alliances. Insularity and indecisiveness just won’t cut it. The good news is that a spirit of cooperation is flourishing in retail and creating opportunities for everyone. In this episode, Carol highlights retailers that are firing on all cylinders even during crisis, and she explains how three-pronged planning transforms strategy for retailers, solution providers and brand marketers.

In this episode you’ll learn:
· How retailers’ changeability creates opportunity
· Why “acqui-hiring” is a thing
· How new-school research perfects your retail pitch
· Why selling solutions without competitive concern is possible