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Want a business that fills your soul AND your bank account? Retail Strategist Salena Knight, shares information, inspiration and interviews with business leaders, to help you create a more profitable, sustainable and dynamic retail or eCommerce business.
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Host, Kathy Cruz is a retail business coach who owned a retail business with her sister for a decade. She knows firsthand that running a retail business, both online and in a brick and mortar has its challenges. Kathy is passionate about teaching independent retailers how to work smarter, profit more and grow.
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Retail reinvents itself daily. The Retail Podcast arms founders, operators, and retail technologists with battle-tested tactics to outpace change. Each week candid conversations with store chiefs, DTC disruptors, and tech visionaries reveal how to turn AI, data, and culture into margin and loyalty. No jargon just hard numbers, honest lessons, and plays you can run before next Monday. Press play; lead the future of commerce.
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Running a store can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be lonely! Rooted in Retail is a show dedicated to helping independent retailers thrive in today's ever-evolving retail landscape. This show is made for Main Street retailers like gift shops, jewelers, pet stores, boutiques, florists, home decor and furnitures stores, hardware stores, toy stores, craft, quilting and sewing shops; tea and coffee shops, specialty retailers and more. Join your host Crystal Vilkaitis, The Wolf of Main Street, ...
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REVENUE RX is a winning prescription for optical store / optometrist owners, where the focus is on making more money!” We uncover new ideas and useful insights as we explore OPTICAL STORE WINS! The podcast is for eye care professionals (ECP) who want to grow and build their business but don’t know where to start, have run out of ideas & don’t have the time. Discover how an entrepreneur owned and ran 2 successful optical stores for 16 years and worked only 2 days a week! Understand the differ ...
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The Retail Perch podcast is hosted by the powerful duo Shekar Raman, CEO of Birdzi and Gary Hawkins, CEO of Center for Advancing Retail & Technology (CART). We are happy to report that we have made the "Top 15 Grocery Industry Podcasts to Follow in 2021" by Feedspot. The list can be found here: https://blog.feedspot.com/grocery_industry_podcasts/ This podcast aims to provide a fresh perspective and framework for how you view your everyday grocery trips. Whether you're a retailer, entrepreneu ...
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All things Adventure retail for both retailers and brands alike. We meet with great retailers and share what makes them tick, explore best practices, and have conversations focused on helping any and all who make a living in the outdoor industry.
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Small Business, Big Life: Inside Fort Orange General Store takes you behind the counter of a real small business run by two parents raising four kids while building their dream. Each episode shares honest weekly wins, failures, lessons, and the beautiful chaos of running Fort Orange General Store—from inventory challenges to bedtime routines, customer stories to relationship balancing acts. If you’re a small business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, a parent juggling too much, or someone who ...
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How do I attract more customers to my store? How do I get more sales? How do I book out my shop's events and workshops? How do I do retail marketing and social media for my store? These are the questions that creative retail business owners ask Wendy Batten, creative retail coach and mentor. Wendy works with creative shop owners all over the world and with industry leaders. Her speciality is working with creative retailers to get control over their brick and mortars to avoid burnout and over ...
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Mastering Local Marketing: How to Increase Your Small Business's Awareness & New Customers Through Digital Marketing, In-store Sales Strategies, and Building a Network of Influence.
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Are you struggling to increase your small business' visibility and bring more customers through the door? Mastering Local Marketing gives small business owners—whether you run a retail shop, restaurant, service business, or are simply a one-person marketing team—the insight and direction you need to understand what's holding back your growth and the marketing strategies to fix it. Each week, host and marketing expert Matt Hanson breaks down the common mistakes small businesses make in digita ...
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The Dealer Playbook is the top-rated podcast for automotive professionals who want to dominate the retail industry. Hosted by Michael Cirillo, this show delivers expert interviews, proven strategies, and actionable insights to help you sell more cars, lead stronger teams, and grow thriving dealerships. Whether you work in sales, service, F&I, marketing, or management, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to excel in a rapidly evolving market. Join thousands of listeners every week who trust ...
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Step inside the mind of a retail and wholesale veteran who’s spent four decades turning struggling businesses into profit powerhouses. Pete Primeau doesn’t just talk theory – he delivers battle-tested strategies from the trenches of the furniture and mattress industry that translate into explosive growth for ANY business. What You’ll Discover: • Advanced sales psychology and customer conversion techniques refined through $millions in transactions • Marketing strategies that work in today’s h ...
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We are YDISTRI, and this collection of podcasts aims to revolutionize the retail industry by showcasing state-of-the-art strategies and technologies designed to enhance store efficiency and drive profits. The initiative zeroes in on refining all facets of retail operations, from how inventory is managed to the quality of customer service, to ensure that stores run more smoothly and profitably.
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Retail on the Go is a podcast that explores the dynamic world of self-service commerce. Our hosts chat with industry experts about innovations in self-service technology, changing consumer trends, and strategies that are reshaping retail. Presented by Cantaloupe: Helping the world buy it and go. Follow along on Instagram: @Retail.OnTheGo Check out our YouTube channel for episode clips! https://www.youtube.com/@Cantaloupe_Inc
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Step into the future of retail with ACCEO Retail Solutions—home to cutting-edge POS systems like Smart Vendor, Logivision, and Retail-1. Discover how businesses of all sizes are revolutionizing their operations by enhancing inventory accuracy, building lasting customer loyalty, and embracing seamless omnichannel retail strategies. In each episode, industry leaders and ACCEO experts share real-world success stories, practical insights, and expert tips that empower retailers to thrive in today ...
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Ready to build your business, but not sure where to start? Shopify Masters gives you the real stories and strategies behind successful entrepreneurship. Each week, we talk with founders and e-commerce experts who have launched, grown, and scaled real businesses. Learn how to turn your first idea into a product, run ads that actually work, and find suppliers you can trust. Our guests share lessons learned so you can avoid common mistakes and move faster.
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The Manaverse Podcast is a podcast created for you, the gamer with aspirations of building your own local game store (LGS), the entrepreneur running an LGS who wants to grow their business, and the player who wants a behind the scenes look into their favourite hobby. If you’re looking for inspiration, new ideas, and interesting perspectives then Tom Traplin has you covered. Learn the business of selling some of the best games in the world including MTG, Warhammer, Pokémon, Dungeons and Drago ...
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This podcast covers the retail sector, specifically food retailing and supermarkets but we also consider other wider retail-based themes as well, with expert insight from Steve Dresser, a retail advisor to executives around the world and one of the top 10 retail influencers, as awarded by Vend in 2019. We consider the latest news in the retail sector alongside thoughts on stores, wider retail, store standards, technology and "running the least worst stores" with the "most cynical main in ret ...
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Running a footwear store isn’t easy—you’re juggling inventory, managing staff, keeping customers happy, and trying to stay profitable. The Footwear Retailer Podcast is here to help you simplify the chaos, grow a business you love, and step confidently into your role as a leader. Hosted by Pete Mohr—a seasoned footwear retailer, business coach, and proud owner of two Shoetopia stores in Canada—this biweekly podcast delivers actionable strategies and inspiring stories from industry experts, su ...
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The Twenty Minute VC (20VC) interviews the world's greatest venture capitalists with prior guests including Sequoia's Doug Leone and Benchmark's Bill Gurley. Once per week, 20VC Host, Harry Stebbings is also joined by one of the great founders of our time with prior founder episodes from Spotify's Daniel Ek, Linkedin's Reid Hoffman, and Snowflake's Frank Slootman. If you would like to see more of The Twenty Minute VC (20VC), head to www.20vc.com for more information on the podcast, show note ...
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Looking to start or grow your boutique business? Tune in to Emily Benson's podcast! With 18 years of retail experience and a no-nonsense teaching style, Emily shares strategies and interviews experts to help you succeed. Whether you have a brick-and-mortar, online, pop-up, or mobile boutique, this podcast provides valuable insights to boost your business. From owning a mobile boutique called The Fashion Truck to being Associate Merchant for Girls' Accessories at Abercrombie & Fitch, Emily ha ...
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Whether your dog is running in our play yards while socializing with friends, having a relaxing spa treatment, or finding their favorite food, treat or toy in the retail store, The Dog Stop® is your one-stop-shop for all of your pup's wants and needs and THIS is their podcast.
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Welcome to the official Menswear Style Podcast, hosted by Peter Brooker. In this men's fashion, men's style, men’s grooming and men’s lifestyle focused podcast show we speak to some of the most influential designers, innovative brand founders and truly inspiring entrepreneurs from within the global fashion and apparel industry. Our aim is to bring you a detailed insight into founder start-up stories with a focus on sustainability, marketing, design, manufacturing, eCommerce, and operations.
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Emily talks story with guests about sports, recreation, and community with a focus on life in Hawaii and saying nice things about her hometown Detroit, a movement she started with her partner Herb back in the 1970's from her retail store Emily's Across the Street where they created the well known " Emily Detroit Run", the first footrace ever held in the streets of Detroit.
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Makhana Supplier in Purnia | makhanasupplier.in - Your Trusted Source for High-Quality Makhana
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When it comes to premium quality makhana (fox nuts) in Purnia, makhanasupplier.in is the name to trust. As one of the leading makhana suppliers in Bihar, we are dedicated to providing high-quality makhana that meets your needs. Whether you're a retailer, wholesaler, or an individual looking for a healthy and delicious snack, we are your one-stop shop for fresh and nutritious makhana. At makhanasupplier.in, we are committed to delivering the finest makhana sourced from the best farms in Bihar ...
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You're Doing Marketing More Than You Think
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Most people think marketing is something you learn later, hire out, or turn on once a business is already running. In reality, most of us have been doing marketing long before we ever called it marketing. In this episode of Mastering Local Marketing, Jim and Matt reflect on how their paths into marketing started much earlier than they realized. Mat…
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How This Footwear Founder Turned 5 Years of R&D Into 300% Growth
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How Scarlett Chase grew 300% by reinventing footwear with expert design, bold focus, and a product that keeps 50% of customers coming back. For more on Scarlett Chase and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube! Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.By Sandra Powers Murphy, Scarlett Chase, Shopify, Serena Smith
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Trailer - Why 'No' is the Biggest Motivator for Success
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Welcome to Small Business, Big Life: Inside Fort Orange General Store — where entrepreneurship collides with marriage, kids, community, and a whole lot of controlled chaos. In this trailer episode, hosts Joe Slichko and Erica Cubello pull back the curtain on what it really looks like to build a small business together while navigating everyday life…
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127. Defining Reality for Your Team with Steve Worthy
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In this episode of The Retail Perch, Shekar Raman sits down with Steve Worthy, Managing Director and North America Head of Growth at Competitor IQ, and CEO of Worthy Retail Global. With more than 27 years in retail, Steve brings a deep leadership perspective shaped by decades of industry experience. They discuss the importance of clear communicatio…
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"Kickstart Your Wealth Engine" - How a Kia GM Built $10M in Real Estate While Running a Store | Tustin Ulrich, GM at Roper Kia
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What if your success today could quietly sabotage your future, unless you build a plan beyond the next car deal? In this episode of The Dealer Playbook, I sit down with Tustin Ulrich, General Manager of Roper Kia (one of the most dominant Kia stores in Missouri) and founder of The 1% Effect, a real estate investor concierge designed specifically fo…
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Build a 7-Figure Business by Providing Your Most Priceless Product for Free
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Jeff Eyser, Joe Myers and Joe Kuntz turned their pinball obsession into LA's premier "Nerd Bodega" by opening Revenge Of as a safe haven for all fandoms. Today, the brand has expanded into a community hub that's hit 7-figures, while operating online in addition to opening two physical locations. After spending decades in television production, incl…
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Outsourced Credibility from the Internet: How Marketing Influence Comes from Others
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People will drive past a local business they have known for years but only give it a try when a stranger on the internet they have never met says it's good. A one sentence review. A TikTok recommendation. A YouTube comment. Somehow, that feels more reliable than anything else these days. This episode of Mastering Local Marketing explores the strang…
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THE OPPORTUNITY - An Independent Contracted Optician
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In today's episode, I have the pleasure of introducing Mr. Elliott Spiro, who is an Independent Entrepreneurial Optician Contractor. Elliot is a bilingual optician specializing in replacement and temporary assignments. He has made a business focusing on replacement and locum work, helping clinics ensure smooth operations while offering quality serv…
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20VC's Big Fat Quiz of the Year: Founder, Fund and Breakout Company of 2025 | Predictions for 2026: The Company to Buy, The Biggest Short | Why Salesforce Could Win 2026 and The Tailwinds NVIDIA Will Face ...
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AGENDA: 03:48 Founder of the Year 2025 06:58 Product of the Year 10:05 Fund of the Year 20:52 Breakout Companies of 2025: Who Made the Biggest Impact? 26:57 Biggest Surprises of 2025 32:57 Predictions for 2026: Top Performing Tech Stocks of the Year 35:25 B2B Stocks to Watch 38:31 Why Salesforce Could Be the Buy of 2026 47:11 Google, Meta, Apple, N…
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ASK SCOTT - Scott Vaughn: Episode 256
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In this episode, Pete welcomes Scott Vaughn, owner of Wingo Coaching, for a special “Ask Scott” conversation focused on real-world challenges faced by store owners. Scott brings his deep expertise in coaching, leadership development, and strategic business operations to answer questions directly from business owners. From building a strong company …
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APAC Retail: The $32B AI Agent Boom & TikTok Shop Trends
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How will the $32 Billion AI Agent market change APAC Retail? In this episode, Ngai Yuen Low (AEON360) and Ryf Quail (Comexposium) reveal why your product pages need to be "machine-readable" by 2028 and how TikTok Shop is evolving beyond fashion. 🔥 Topics & Timestamps:(00:41) The "Wrapped" Strategy: Creating shareable retail moments(03:30) AI Shoppi…
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20Product: On Running's CPO on How to Create Emotion Through Product | Why 99% of Products Fail and How to Create Cults Around Products | The Biggest Product Mistakes On Have Made & Lessons Learned with ...
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Gérald Marolf is the Chief Product Officer at On Running. Gérald oversees the full range of On's shoes, apparel and accessories to make sure each delivers performance, comfort and style. Before On, Gérald spent over a decade building consumer brands with collaborators such as Microsoft and Ferrari. AGENDA: 00:00 – Why Most "Great Products" Fail to …
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Favorite Marketing Lessons from Our First 100 Episodes
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If you are new here and just finding the Mastering Local Marketing podcast, welcome. And for everyone who has been here since the early episodes, thank you for sticking with us through one hundred shows. Your support and feedback are the reason we keep building these conversations. For this milestone episode, Matt and Jim go back through the last y…
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As the holiday season reaches its peak, this re-run of one of our most-loved episodes is the perfect pause-and-reset moment. If you're heading into 2026 wanting to get more sales and more customers, this episode is where you start. Sal breaks down three simple but powerful strategies retailers consistently miss — and they're some of the easiest way…
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264. The Year-End Inventory Count: What it is, Why it Matters, and What it Reveals About Your Business
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Your year end inventory count is more than a tax requirement. It is a clear reflection of your business. In this episode, Kathy shares what your shelves are really telling you about your systems, buying habits, and financial health. You will hear why an accurate count matters for clarity and cash flow, where Master Shopkeepers members can find full…
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20VC: Will SpaceX IPO at $1.5TRN | Will Cursor Kill Figma | Lightspeed Raises $9BN | OpenAI: $1BN from Disney, New CRO & #1 App in App Store | Oracle and Broadcom Hit: Now the Time to Buy?
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AGENDA: 03:32 Lightspeed's $9 Billion Fundraise 05:20 The Impact of Mega Funds on Seed VCs 10:09 The Supercycle of Growth and Late-Stage Investments 13:06 Disney Invests $1BN into OpenAI and What It Means 23:19 Oracle Hit Hard: Is Now the Time to Buy 28:34 Broadcom's Market Cap Drop and Anthropic's AI Chip Orders 35:04 Cursor Competes with Figma: T…
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The Strategy Behind Elix’s First $1 Million and 90% Reorder Rate
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Founder Lulu Ge turned personal pain into purpose with Elix, an herbal wellness brand rooted in Chinese medicine with 90% repeat customers. For more on Elix and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube! Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.By Lulu Ge, Shopify, Serena Smith
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"The ‘Pull, Not Push’ Strategy" - How Authentic Community Investment Drives Real Store Traffic | Ashley Brockhurst, Charlesglen Toyota
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What happens when precision from aviation meets creativity in automotive marketing? In this episode, Ashley Brockhurst, Director of Marketing and Health & Safety at Charlesglen Toyota in Calgary, Alberta — “Alberta’s Celebration Destination” — shares how her dealership’s community-first philosophy is redefining what automotive retail can look like.…
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Nima Jalali built SALT & STONE out of his apartment into a $100M+ brand. After an ACL injury redirected his path, he created something he desperately wanted but didn't exist, a high quality, clean deodorant, that actually performs. SALT & STONE has now become one of the fastest growing brands in the space to-date by doing things differently. For mo…
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One Marketing Metric That Rarely Gets Tracked
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Today we break down one of the most important marketing metrics that rarely gets tracked. Customer Acquisition Cost, or CAC, tells you exactly how much it costs to bring in each new customer. In this episode we explain what CAC is, how it is calculated, and why it matters for any small business trying to grow profitably and understand their marketi…
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20VC: a16z's David George on How $BN Funds Can 5×, Do Margins & Revenue Matter in AI & the Most Controversial Bet at a16z
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David George is a General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, where he leads the firm's Growth investing team. His team has backed many of the defining companies of this era, including Databricks, Figma, Stripe, SpaceX, Anduril, and OpenAI, and is now investing behind a new generation of AI startups like Cursor, Harvey, and Abridge. AGENDA: 03:05 – Why…
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How To Transition Your Retail Business with Jordan & Scott Vaughn: Episode 255
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In this episode, we’re joined by Jordan Vaughn, President and CEO of Happy Zzz’s Sit n’ Sleep in Paducah, Kentucky, and Scott Vaughn, owner of Wingo Coaching and owner of Happy Zzz’s Sit n’ Sleep. Jordan shares how, in just five years, he has established himself as a rising leader in building high-performance teams and driving business growth. Scot…
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Retail Trends 2026: What Indie Stores Must Do to Grow - Solo
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This is the final episode of Rooted in Retail 2025, where Crystal Vilkaitis, the Wolf of Main Street, reflects on the year and shares exactly what retailers should bring into 2026—and what to leave behind. From elevating in-store experiences to mastering live selling, paid ads, and AI, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help your re…
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Live Shopping, Ralph Lauren & NRF: The Real Retail Signals This Week
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It’s almost Christmas and this week’s Five Things cuts straight through the noise. Alex and Simon break down what really happened this Black Friday, why the numbers matter less than the format shift, and what live shopping and brand activations tell us about where retail is heading next. From muted UK retail sales and changing Black Friday behaviou…
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20Growth: How Wiz Built a $30BN Brand in Enterprise | What Worked vs What Was a Mega Failure: Lessons Learned | Why Marketers Make the Worst CMOs & What To Look for in Growth with Raaz Herzberg
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Raaz Herberg is the Chief Marketing Officer and VP Product Strategy at Wiz, the fastest-growing cloud security company in history. As one of the first 10 employees, Raaz has helped scale the business from nothing to a multi-billion-dollar ARR business. Before Wiz, Raaz was a Senior PM working on Azure at Microsoft. AGENDA: 03:51 What No One Knows A…
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Most retailers panic on Boxing Day and end up giving away their December profits. In this episode, Sal shares a simple, strategic framework to discount smart, not desperately. Learn how to segment your stock, protect your margins, turn gift card holders into high-value customers, and use "Treat Yourself" messaging to keep sales strong after Christm…
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This episode walks small business owners through the essential items they must get in line before the new year so their marketing is ready to perform on day one. Most businesses slide into January without a plan, and the lack of preparation shows for the next six months. Today we look at the areas that matter most. Your customer data, your content …
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20VC OGs: SpaceX Valued at $800BN & Harvey Raises $160M at an $8BN Price | Airwallex Raises $330M and The Battle with Keith Rabois | Netflix Acquires Warner Brothers | IPO Market Predictions for 2026 ...
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AGENDA: 03:46 SpaceX's $800 Billion Valuation: A Deep Dive 09:18 IPO Market Predictions for 2026 18:18 Netflix's Bold Move: Acquiring Warner Brothers 27:43 Tiger's New Fund Strategy 33:02 Databricks' Head of AI $500 Million Seed Round 36:38 Harvey Raises $160M at an $8BN Valuation 48:22 Will LLMs Kill the App Layer 01:02:02 Google's AI Capabilities…
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The LinkedIn Edge with Jeb Blount: Episode 254
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In this episode, we’re joined by Jeb Blount, Founder and CEO of Sales Gravy and one of the most influential voices in modern sales. Jeb is the bestselling author of seventeen books—including Fanatical Prospecting, Sales EQ, People Follow You, The AI Edge, and his newest release, The LinkedIn Edge. With decades of experience advising top global orga…
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From Kitchen Side Hustle to Sephora: How Harlem Candle Co. Hit Millions Without Investors
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Harlem Candle Company founder Teri Johnson started pouring candles in her Harlem kitchen with no budget and no team—just a clear sense of purpose. That focus helped her turn handmade gifts into a nationally recognized brand rooted in culture, design, and storytelling. In this episode, she shares how she validated demand early, built trust online wi…
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MVP161: Q5 - The Secret Shopping Surge After the Holidays
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Google calls Q5 a ‘distinct, high-value shopping season,’ and their data is fascinating which is why I wanted to talk about it. But the magic here goes way beyond Google ads. Game stores can use this Q5 behavior across their entire business — events, email, merchandising, community building, all of it. So this episode is all about how the psycholog…
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How NRF’s Big Show Is Changing: AI Stage, Q&As & 40,000 Retail Pros
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This year, NRF is turning the dial up on everything: AI, interactivity, speakers and scaling a 40,000‑person global audience. In this episode, I sit down with Jill from NRF to unpack how the team is bringing the 2026 global theme “The Next Now” to life at the Big Show in the US – and why this could be one of the strongest speaker lineups yet. We di…
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126. Where Data Meets Retail Innovation with Zoher Karu
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In this episode of The Retail Perch, Shekar Raman is joined by Zoher Karu to discuss data, analytics, and what it takes to make information truly actionable. Zoher shares his journey from earning a PhD in Electrical Engineering at MIT to building a career focused on customer data and enterprise wide analytics, including his role as VP and Chief Dat…
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“Hospitality First” — The Signature 2.0 Experience That’s Changing How Guests Buy Cars | JB Burnett, GM at Preston Auto | Multi-Store Operator
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What happens when a dealer group bets big on hospitality, culture, and process, instead of pressure, price, and tradition? Today, multi-store operator JB Burnett joins me to unpack the launch of his brand new Ford Signature 2.0 store, the first of its kind in the world, and why the guest experience is now his most powerful competitive advantage. We…
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How Place Vendôme Became a Top 3 Luxury Mall in the Middle East | Shane Eldstrom (CEO, United Developers)
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In this episode, recorded at MAPIC in Cannes, we sit down with Shane Eldstrom, CEO of United Developers, the company behind Place Vendôme in Qatar – a project that has already become the #3 shopping centre for high-end fashion in the entire Middle East, just a few years after opening. Shane breaks down what makes Qatar’s retail market so distinctiv…
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How Purpose and Strategy Powered Actively Black’s Rise to $2 Million in 12 Months
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Actively Black didn’t start with a product—it started with a community. By building a 23,000-person audience before launch, founder Lanny Smith turned purpose-driven storytelling into a $55,000 first day and a $2 million first year. His journey shows aspiring entrepreneurs why demand-first thinking, authentic mission, and smart list-building can ch…
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Today, we’re shining a light on one of the most essential — and sometimes under appreciated — part of business success: The Optician. Joining me is Jess Merrick the Pres. Of the Indiana Opticians Association, and Windy Walker the secretary and Treasure….The INOA is an organization dedicated to supporting opticians through education, advocacy, and p…
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Marketing Presentation Mistakes That Cost You Business
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Today we explore real examples of marketing presentations that either landed perfectly or fell apart in the moment. Jim and I break down the factors that made each presentation work or fail, including clarity, pacing, confidence, preparation, and the ability to read the room. You will hear how a strong presentation can create instant buy in and how…
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20VC: Kalshi's $1BN Raise, the Polymarket Feud, and the Battle to Replace Traditional Media
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Tarek Mansour is the Co-Founder and CEO @ Kalshi, the leader in the world of prediction markets. Just last week, they announced their $1BN raise at an $11BN valuation. In total, they have raised $1.59BN from some of the best, including Sequoia, a16z, General Catalyst, IVP, Meritech, and more. They also last week announced exclusive partnerships wit…
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In this episode, Pete reunites with veteran podcast producer Chris Stone for another candid deep dive into the real, unfiltered questions coming out of the mattress and furniture retail world. Drawing on more than four decades of industry expertise, Pete delivers practical, experience-driven guidance for retailers facing slow sales, personal stress…
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Market Magic: 7 Ways to Build a Resilient Retail Store in 2026 - Solo
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In this episode of Rooted in Retail, host Crystal Vilkaitis breaks down the Market Magic framework—seven must-have elements every independent retailer should check off to stay resilient, profitable, and top-of-mind in 2026. If you’re closing out a busy holiday season or planning for the new year, this episode gives you actionable ideas you can star…
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20VC: Inside Bending Spoons Acquisition Machine: Evernote, Eventbrite, Vimeo | How Evernote Evaluates Acquisitions and New Product Ideas | How Evernote Mastered Product Launches, User Retention and Monetisation ...
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Bending Spoons is the acquisition machine of the tech world. They have acquired the likes of Evernote, Vimeo, Eventbrite, Streamyard and more. However, they never open their gates to the secrets behind Evernote's product machine. Today that changes with Federico Simionato joining 20Product. Fede has been a Product Lead at Bending Spoons for 8 years…
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