Best Total Retail Podcasts (2024)

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How Alibaba is Simplifying Logistics for Sellers and Buyers 20:39

9d ago20:39

20:39

In episode 463 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Rah Mahtani, head of marketing, North America at Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce. Listen in as Mahtani discusses the launch of Alibaba Guaranteed (0:55), how the solution addresses global sourcing challenges (2:45), and the p…

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Encore :The Value of Branding - Cloud Water Brands on The NexxtLevel Podcast! 47:23

2h ago47:23

47:23

Encore from July 2020: Marc Siden is the CEO of Cloud Water Brands. He is also a former Co-Founder and CEO of Onboard Informatics, a self-funded real estate technology company that pioneered the dissemination of online real estate data to businesses like Zillow, Trulia, and Chase Bank, among others. He was also an Advisory Board Member for NabeWise…

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Encore Presentation: Working Through a Crisis with Elliot Begoun, Founder of TIG Brands 50:56

1d ago50:56

50:56

By G. Steven Cleere - NexxtLevel Brands

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Back Market Wins Customers With Sustainable, Affordable Secondhand Tech 23:17

5d ago23:17

23:17

In episode 462 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Lauren Benton, general manager, U.S. at Back Market, a verified refurbished technology marketplace. Listen in as Benton provides an overview of the business (1:00), its process for sourcing quality used devices (1:55), and Back Market's first Impact Report showcasing its su…

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How Rexall Pharmacy Builds Emotional Connections With Customers 11:40

1M ago11:40

11:40

In episode 461 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Maya Baluschak, director of digital marketing and loyalty at Rexall, a leading Canadian pharmacy and drugstore chain. Listen in as Baluschak provides an overview of the Rexall business (0:45), her role at the company (1:15), and digital marketing efforts to differentiate th…

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[Encore!] Going Over the Production “Wall” - Catapult on the NexxtLevel Podcast! 39:31

29d ago39:31

39:31

Jamie Valenti-Jordan is the Founder and CEO of Catapult Commercialization Services, a one-stop shop for food startups. He founded the company in March of 2018 in response to the industry-wide trend of cutting the talent needed to bring new products to life. Jamie has a passion for confronting unique food challenges that combine scientific tools, en…

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Next-Gen Personalization for Dogs: How Bark Treats Every Pup Uniquely 14:03

2M ago14:03

14:03

In episode 460, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Kristen Elmer, senior director of e-commerce and lifecycle marketing at Bark, the world’s most dog-centric company offering the best products, services and content for dogs and dog parents, including its BarkBox monthly subscription. Listen in as Elmer provides an overview of the Bark business (…

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Filling the Gap for Glass Bottled Living Beverages! Sol-ti on the Nexxt Level Podcast 47:06

2M ago47:06

47:06

Encore Presentation from 2020: Ryne O'Donnell is the Founder of Sol-ti, a living beverage company. Ryne’s personal obsession with health and well-being along with the undeniable benefits of good, organic food and juice had on his body made him realize that there was a lack of quality options for travelers. This, coupled with the incessant infiltrat…

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Zero-Party Data Makes The Vitamin Shoppe's Loyalty Program Healthier 21:37

2M ago21:37

21:37

In episode 459 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Brett Herskowitz, senior manager of loyalty at The Vitamin Shoppe, the global, omnichannel specialty retailer and wellness lifestyle company. Listen in as Herskowitz provides an overview of The Vitamin Shoppe's revamped loyalty program, Healthy Awards (1:20), the factors th…

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How Lowe's is Delivering a Hat Trick for Soccer Fans With Lionel Messi 25:53

2M ago25:53

25:53

In episode 458 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Gerardo Soto, vice president of brand marketing and sports partnerships at Lowe's, a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. Listen in as Soto details the retailer's partnership with global soc…

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Movado President Margot Grinberg on Balancing Innovation and Heritage 16:33

3M ago16:33

16:33

In episode 457 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Margot Grinberg, president of Movado, an iconic Swiss watch brand recognized for design innovation and excellence, and senior vice president of e-commerce for Movado Group, one of the world's premier watchmakers. Listen in as Grinberg provides an overview of the Movado bran…

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West Marine Exec on CRM Marketing ROI: 'Consider Both Quantity and Quality' 33:09

3M ago33:09

33:09

In episode 456 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Alok Jain, senior director of CRM, loyalty and marketing analytics at West Marine, the nation's leading omnichannel provider in the marine aftermarket. Listen in as Jain discusses his career background in the loyalty space (1:00), an underutilized aspect of CRM (customer re…

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Honda Loyalty Exec on Keeping Customers Engaged During the Car Buying Journey 23:37

3M ago23:37

23:37

In episode 454 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Allison Ferguson, head of customer loyalty at Honda, a manufacturer of automobiles, motorcycles, and battery-powered equipment. Listen in as Ferguson discusses her role at Honda (0:50), what she enjoys about working in loyalty at the company (1:35), how Honda is engaging wi…

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AI in Advertising: Balancing Innovation and Authenticity 27:08

3M ago27:08

27:08

Summary In this episode, Joe Shelerud interviews Corey Brown from buffaBRAND Marketing about AI image generation and its potential impact on advertising. They discuss the various tools available, the importance of having a strong creative foundation, and the challenges of using AI to generate realistic and effective images. They also explore the fu…

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How Engage People Powers Retailers' Loyalty Payments 20:23

3M ago20:23

20:23

In episode 42 of Total Retail Tech Insights, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Jonathan Silver, CEO and co-founder of Engage People, the solution and execution partner for your company’s loyalty and incentive strategy. Listen in as Silver provides an overview of the business (0:50), his professional background (4:25), Engage People's pay-with-p…

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IPSY Drives Sales by Curating On-Trend Beauty Experiences 24:32

3M ago24:32

24:32

In episode 453 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Kristy Westrup, chief merchandising officer of IPSY, the beauty industry's most powerful marketing platform and the world's largest beauty membership. Listen in as Westrup provides an overview of the company (0:55), discusses her role at IPSY and professional background (2:…

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How Walmart Business Makes it Simple for SMBs to Shop, Fundraise and Engage With Customers 22:39

4M ago22:39

22:39

In episode 452 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Ashley Hubka, senior vice president and general manager of Walmart Business, the retailer's dedicated omnichannel experience for businesses and nonprofits. Listen in as Hubka provides an overview of the business unit (1:25), how Walmart identifies small business shoppers at…

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Kopari Beauty's Growth Propelled by Influencer Marketing, Product Innovation 19:02

4M ago19:02

19:02

In episode 451 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Toral Patel, vice president of marketing and e-commerce at Kopari Beauty, a skin and body care brand focused on clean beauty products. Listen in as Patel provides an overview of the company and her role within the organization (1:00), the factors that have contributed……

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Why Tires Plus Embarked on its First Brand Refresh in Two Decades 20:05

4M ago20:05

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In episode 451 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Jon Arnold, executive director of marketing at Bridgestone Retail Operations, a tire and automotive family of brands including Tires Plus and Hibdon Tires Plus. Listen in as Arnold provides an overview of the company (1:00), discusses his career background and role at the o…

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How PatPat's Localized Marketing Strategy Serves its Diverse, Global Customer Base 20:33

4M ago20:33

20:33

In episode 450 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Ranu Coleman, head of marketing at PatPat, a leading children's apparel e-commerce brand. Listen in as Coleman provides an overview of the company (0:55), discusses her professional background (2:10), PatPat's localized marketing strategy designed to serve its diverse, glob…

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Maximizing Total Lifetime Value for Sustainable Growth 28:45

4M ago28:45

28:45

Summary In this episode, Joe Shelerud interviews Dan Brownsher from Channel Key. They discuss the current state of the e-commerce space, the challenges and opportunities for brands on platforms like Amazon, and the key factors that contribute to a brand's success. They emphasize the importance of high-quality products, brand building, and maximizin…

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Love.com's CMO on Tapping Into the Conscious Shopping Trend 13:32

4M ago13:32

13:32

In episode 449 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews John Agnew, chief marketing officer at Love.com, an online marketplace focused on sustainable, healthy products and charitable giving. Listen in as Agnew provides an overview of the company (0:55), discusses the conscious shopping trend (1:40), the consumer behaviors Love.c…

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How Free People Crafts Compelling Influencer Marketing Campaigns 16:38

5M ago16:38

16:38

In episode 448 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Libby Strachan, director of brand marketing at Free People, an Urban Outfitters, Inc. global lifestyle brand with offerings in unique apparel, intimate wear, shoes and accessories; and Kristen Dolan, senior vice president of growth at Influential, an AI social data and conv…

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Best Of: Knowing When to Hold 'Em - Oats Overnight on the NexxtLevel Brands Podcast! 40:17

4M ago40:17

40:17

Encore Presentation Brian Tate is the Founder and CEO of Oats Overnight. He studied at the Grande Valley University for two years before leaving to pursue professional poker. After more than a decade of playing high-stakes poker, he took his passion for risk, analytics, and game theory and applied that expertise where it was needed: the crowded bre…

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Sam's Club Leans Into Digital to Optimize CX 13:30

5M ago13:30

13:30

In episode 447 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Sabrina Callahan, vice president, e-commerce at Sam's Club, a leading membership warehouse club offering superior products, savings and services, part of the Walmart portfolio. During the wide-ranging conversation, Callahan discusses her role at Sam's Club (1:15), collabora…

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Talkdesk Exec: 'Treat Contact Center Agents as Brand Ambassadors' 18:36

5M ago18:36

18:36

In this episode of Total Retail Tech Insights, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Shannon Flanagan, vice president and general manager of retail and consumer goods at Talkdesk, a global cloud contact center leader for enterprises of all sizes. Listen in as Flanagan discusses her experience in the industry (0:45), her career journey to Talkdesk a…

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How Vince Camuto is Designing the Ideal Digital CX 16:01

5M ago16:01

16:01

In episode 446 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Stephanie Urban, vice president of marketing and e-commerce at Vince Camuto, the fashion footwear and accessories brand, part of Camuto Group. Listen in as Urban provides an overview of her role and professional background (0:50), the channels Vince Camuto is leveraging to …

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Catching Up With Alex Bayer: Round 2 on the NexxtLevel Brands Podcast 42:07

5M ago42:07

42:07

Encore Presentation: In this episode, we’re welcoming back Alex Bayer, Co-Founder and CEO of Genius Juice for an update. Genius Juice was featured on Shark Tank, they received Bevnet Smoothie of the Year, and Alex is now the host of two podcasts –15 Minutes of Genius and Friday Vibes, and he’s here to tell us about the latest news and progress arou…

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E-commerce Growth Secrets: From Lower Funnel to International Expansion 21:48

5M ago21:48

21:48

Summary In this episode, Keith from Made In discusses his journey in the e-commerce space and the strategies he implemented to scale the new-to-brand customer on Amazon. He shares insights on testing incrementality, maximizing lower funnel opportunities, expanding search terms, and utilizing Amazon Marketing Cloud. Keith also compares the Walmart M…

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ThirdLove's Co-Founder Shares the Brand's Customer Acquisition and Retention Approach 25:08

5M ago25:08

25:08

In episode 445 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews David Spector, co-founder and chairman of ThirdLove, a women's intimates and lifestyle brand. Listen in as Spector shares the genesis of the company (0:45), his professional background prior to co-founding the company (4:20), his current role at the business (6:10), and how…

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How Unleashed Brands Connects With Families Across its Portfolio 22:43

6M ago22:43

22:43

In episode 444 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Michael Browning, co-founder and CEO of Unleashed Brands, a portfolio of innovative brands that help kids learn, play and grow, including Urban Air, Snapology, and The Little Gym. Listen in as Browning provides an overview of Unleashed Brands (0:55), discusses why he launch…

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