Best Joe Casper Podcasts (2024)

1
41. Casper's CEO, Joe Megibow: "Turnarounds like this is wartime and wartime is messy" 44:06

16d ago44:06

44:06

In this exclusive episode of the OFFBounds podcast, host Paula Macaggi interviews Joe Megibow, the new CEO of Casper, to discuss the major turnaround strategy for the iconic direct-to-consumer (DTC) mattress brand. Casper, once a shining star highly backed by VC investors looking into profit in the DTC space, faced challenges after going public and…

1
44.OFFBounds Markets | Understanding the Chinese Luxury Market 21:05

12h ago21:05

21:05

In this episode of OFFBounds, host Paula Macaggi, fresh from her recent trip to Shanghai, takes you on an eye-opening journey into China's complex and rapidly evolving luxury market. Joined by retail expert Jacques Roizen, a 12-year Shanghai resident with an extensive background in managing top-tier brands like Pandora and Etam China, and today the…

1
43. Clarks' CIO, Simon Clarke: "Customer centricity is at the heart of everything" 26:34

9d ago26:34

26:34

Paula Macaggi sat down with Simon Clarke, the Chief Information Officer of Clarks, a legendary British shoe brand with nearly 200 years of heritage. In this episode, Simon shares insights into the digital transformation that Clarks undertook in record time—just 18 months. Discover how Simon led Clarks’ shift from legacy systems to a modern, composa…

1
42. OFFBounds Markets | Sharon Gai: "Commerce in China feels a lot more entertainment oriented versus America" 38:31

15d ago38:31

38:31

In this eye-opening episode, host Paula Macaggi, founder of OFFBounds, sits down with renowned retail expert, author, and former Alibaba executive, Sharon Gai, to uncover the unique dynamics shaping commerce in China. As Paula prepares for her first trip to Shanghai, they talk about what Western consumers can expect from China’s advanced e-commerce…

1
40. [Shoptalk Fall] True Religion's CMO, Kristen D'Arcy: "We could become a billion-dollar brand" 34:03

30d ago34:03

34:03

In this episode of OFFBounds, Paula Macaggi chats with Kristen D’Arcy, the first-ever CMO of True Religion, about the brand's remarkable turnaround. After two bankruptcies, True Religion is making a big comeback, and Kristen shares how she’s helping lead the charge. From tapping into the brand's rich history in music and culture to launching the Te…

1
39. [Shoptalk Fall] Crate & Barrel's President, Alicia Waters: "Omni-channel is about meeting customers where they are." 29:02

1M ago29:02

29:02

In this episode of OFFBounds, host Paula Macaggi sits down with Alicia Waters, the President of Crate & Barrel and Crate & Kids, to explore how the brand has perfected the art of "Design with Purpose." Alicia shares insights into Crate & Barrel's seamless omnichannel experience, innovative store transformations, and the brand's commitment to sustai…

1
38. [Shoptalk Fall] ThredUp's CEO, James Reinhart: "A leader needs to love the problem" 25:46

1M ago25:46

25:46

In this episode of OFFBounds, Paula Macaggi interviews James Reinhart, co-founder and CEO of ThredUp, to discuss how the company is revolutionizing the secondhand fashion industry through the power of AI. Learn how ThredUp uses technology to streamline the resale process, from item inspection to online merchandising, making sustainable shopping mor…

1
37. [Shoptalk Fall] Build a Bear Workshop's CTO, Dara Meath: "If you want to have a great experience, you've got to make it simple, easy, and effective" 37:04

2M ago37:04

37:04

In this episode of OFFBounds, host Paula Macaggi sits down with Dara Meath, Chief Technology Officer at Build-A-Bear Workshop, to explore how the iconic brand is embracing digital transformation while staying true to its heartwarming, in-store experience. Dara shares insights on Build-A-Bear’s seamless integration of technology across channels, the…

1
36. [Shoptalk Fall] Pandora's President of North America, Luciano Rodembusch: "We are performing better than the US market for 10 quarters in a row" 35:26

2M ago35:26

35:26

In this episode of OFFBounds, Paula Macaggi sits down with Luciano Rodembusch, President of Pandora North America, to explore how Pandora is redefining the jewelry industry. Discover how Pandora is making diamonds accessible to all with their innovative lab-grown diamonds while staying committed to sustainability. Luciano shares insights into Pando…

1
35. [Shoptalk Fall] Vera Bradley's CMO, Alison Hiatt: "Rebranding can be exhilarating and terrifying at the exact same time" 28:00

2M ago28:00

28:00

In this episode of our new Retail Innovation Series with OFFBounds and Shoptalk Fall, I sit down with Alison Hiatt, the Chief Merchandising and Growth Officer at Vera Bradley, who stepped into her role in 2023 with the mission of leading a rebranding and turnaround for the beloved American brand. Known for its vibrant, patterned bags, Vera Bradley …

1
34. What Does the Future Hold for Starbucks and Its New CEO? 19:03

2M ago19:03

19:03

In episode 35 of OFFBounds, host Paula Macaggi dives deep into the future of Starbucks under the leadership of its new CEO, Brian Niccol. Joined by top retail experts DeAnn Campbell and Brandon Rael, the episode explores whether Niccol, known for his successful turnaround of Chipotle, is the right person to steer Starbucks back to its growth trajec…

1
33. How Former Athletes Excel as Successful Business Leaders w/ Jenna Posner and Brian Librach 19:35

3M ago19:35

19:35

In this special episode of OFFBounds, inspired by the recent 2024 Olympic Games, we explore the remarkable connection between athletic grit and business success. Host Paula Macaggi is joined by two former athletes who have transitioned into successful business leaders—Jenna Posner and Brian Librach. Together, they dive into how the qualities that d…

1
32. 8 Books for Commerce Leaders Read This Summer 19:17

3M ago19:17

19:17

In this episode of OFFBounds, host Paula Macaggi brings you a curated list of 8 essential books that every commerce leader should read this summer. Whether you're leading a team, running a business, or simply looking to enhance your leadership skills, these books will inspire and equip you with the insights needed to thrive in today’s competitive l…

1
31. OFFBounds Trends | The Rise of Recommerce 24:31

3M ago24:31

24:31

OFFBounds Summer Series - Episode 01/04 Today we dive into one of retail's hottest trends: Recommerce. As the urgency for sustainable business practices grows, recommerce—repairing, recycling, and reselling—is becoming a vital strategy for many retailers and brands. Driven by consumer preferences and regulations, the market is projected to grow fiv…

1
30. H2O Retailing's CIO & CDO, Toru Koyama: "Integrated data should be a value to support the customer's next needs and wants" 15:09

3M ago15:09

15:09

Today, you'll meet the CIO and CDO of the H2O Retailing Group, a Japanese group that owns department stores, shopping malls, and supermarkets in West Japan. Toru Koyama joined the group about three years ago to lead the midterm and long-term digital strategies to become a communication retailer and develop direct communication with customers and de…

1
29. AEON Group Malasya's CMO, Ngai Yuen Low: "We are always asking, where is the differentiation? Where is exclusivity?" 22:58

4M ago22:58

22:58

In this episode, Paula Macaggi sits down with Ngai Yuen Low, the Chief Merchandising and Marketing Officer at AEON Group Malaysia and an advisory board member of NRF APAC. AEON Group, originally founded as Jusco in Japan in 1969, has grown significantly and played a pivotal role in modernizing Malaysia's retail industry. Yuen shares her insights on…

1
28. Wesfarmers OneDigital' MD, Nicole Sheffield: "Shop goes up 25% as soon as a customer join our program" 20:01

4M ago20:01

20:01

Welcome to Episode 28 of OFFBounds! Join Paula Macaggi as she sits down with Nicole Sheffield, Managing Director of Wesfarmers OneDigital and President of the Australian Retailers Association in Singapore while we were visiting the NRF APAC event last month. In this insightful episode, we delve into Australia's retail landscape, Wesfarmers' diverse…

1
27. OFFBounds Markets | NRF APAC Recap: What's happening in Asia Pacific 24:39

4M ago24:39

24:39

In this episode, Paula Macaggi takes you on an exhilarating journey to Singapore, where she attended the much-anticipated NRF APAC event. Tune in as Paula shares her firsthand experiences and key insights from the event, held from June 11-13, 2024. Discover why Singapore, known as the City of Lights, was the perfect host for this international reta…

1
26. Sommsation's CEO, Danielle Diliberti: "We want to focus on a modern tech stack that is meant to power the future of the entire wine industry" 24:32

4M ago24:32

24:32

Paula Macaggi sits down with Danielle Diliberti, CEO of Sommsation, a wine marketplace born during the pandemic that connects independent wineries and world-class sommeliers with consumers. Danielle shares how her background in technology helped build Sommsation with a legacy-free architecture to support decades of growth. We explore Som sation's i…

1
25. Steve Dennis' Book: 'Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption' 31:00

4M ago31:00

31:00

In the latest episode of OFFBounds, host Paula Macaggi sits down with retail veteran and best-selling author Steve Dennis to discuss his new book, Leaders Leap. With an extensive background that includes strategic roles at Sears and Neiman Marcus, Steve brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation about why many transformations fail and how lea…

1
24. Pepsico Europe's VP of Ecommerce, Celso Shimabukuro: "We need to deliver outrageous growth" 25:00

5M ago25:00

25:00

In this episode of OFFBounds, host Paula Macaggi sits down with Celso Borges Shimabukuro, VP of E-commerce at PepsiCo Europe, during Shop Talk Europe in Barcelona. Celso delves into PepsiCo's mission to drive outrageous growth and develop differentiating capabilities in the e-commerce space. He explains how the company navigates the complexities of…

1
23. Aldo's CIO, Matthieu Houle: "You have to say yes and embrace the change" 40:57

5M ago40:57

40:57

Welcome to Episode 23 of OFFBounds! In this episode, Paula Macaggi sits down with Matthieu Houle, the CIO of Aldo, one of the world's most popular shoe brands. Matthieu shares his fascinating journey from running a surf magazine in Costa Rica to leading digital transformation at Aldo. Learn about his unique insights on the importance of embracing c…

1
22. Carl Boutet and Charles de Brabant: The Mission of Training the New Retail Leadership 38:33

5M ago38:33

38:33

Welcome to Episode 22 of OFFBounds! Today, we take you to Montreal, Canada. The city is famous for its bagels, poutines, Anthony Bourdain, and incredible education. I had two distinguished guests from the Bensadoun School of Retail Management at McGill University. Join me as I sit down with Charles de Brabant, the Executive Director, and Carl Boute…

1
21. Rick Watson | DTC Brands, Replatforming, Walmart's Evolution 26:40

5M ago26:40

26:40

In this episode, Paula welcomes to OFFBounds a reference in the digital commerce: Rick Watson. He's a consultant and host of both Watson Weekly and Watson Weekend. Probably one of the best experts to follow if you want to be up to date with the industry. We asked Rick to join us to help us understand a few things about the market: - What happened t…

1
20. OFFBounds Markets | Brazil's Commerce Industry 13:49

6M ago13:49

13:49

In this episode of OFFBounds Market, we travel to the largest country in the South Hemisphere: Brazil. Paula Macaggi shares insights from her recent visits to VTEX Day and WebSummit and explores the complexities and opportunities within the Brazilian retail market. She discusses Brazil's advanced financial system, highlighting its innovative paymen…

1
19. Oliver Banks' Book | Driving Retail Transformation 26:41

6M ago26:41

26:41

In this compelling episode of OFFBounds, host Paula Macaggi is joined in London by Oliver Banks, retail expert and author of "Driving Retail Transformation." Together, they delve into the intricacies of retail change, discussing the balance between strategic decisions and ongoing adjustments needed to stay competitive. Oliver shares insights from h…

1
18. PRIMARK's Chief Architect: "We need to be data-informed, not data-driven" 31:17

6M ago31:17

31:17

With over 30 years in the industry, Paul Sims - the company's Chief Architect - shares his journey from learning Mandarin in Shanghai to leading Primark's tech strategy as they aim to expand to over 500 stores by 2026. This episode explores the challenges of global retail expansion, balancing legacy technologies with innovative solutions, and the r…

1
17. OFFBounds Markets | Navigating China's Retail Revolution 35:02

7M ago35:02

35:02

Paula Macaggi engages in a captivating discussion with Renee Hartman, co-author of "Next Generation Retail," exploring the revolutionary trends in China's retail sector. Broadcasting from Lisbon, this episode delves into Renee's decade-long experience in China, her insights into social commerce, and the significant impact of technological advanceme…

1
16. Uri Levine's Book | Fall in Love with the Problem, Not the Solution 24:16

7M ago24:16

24:16

Throughout the years that I’ve been working in retail I met with many tech companies from different levels of development and often when they explain what they do they struggle to tell the problem they are solving. In many cases, it’s easy to notice that they are so amazed by the solution that they aren’t really solving any real problem and accordi…

1
15. OFFBounds Markets | Let's Discover Retail in APAC! 12:24

7M ago12:24

12:24

The Asia Pacific retail market is undergoing a significant transformation due to technological innovation, evolving consumer preferences, and rising disposable income. The National Retail Federation (NRF) is hosting its first show in Asia in Singapore in 2024, highlighting the region's importance. The APAC region is a trendsetter and a growth engin…

1
14. O Valor do Tempo's Managing Director, Tiago Quaresma: "Innovation isn't necessarily about technology" 39:23

7M ago39:23

39:23

Tiago shares the unique approach of O Grupo Valor do Tempo towards innovation in retail, emphasizing experience and storytelling over technological advancements. By meticulously crafting store environments that captivate the senses, from the layout and lighting to the curated music, Tiago's ventures invite customers into a world where every product…

1
13. Worten's CTO, Rui Cohen: "We have infinite offers for fulfilling the customer needs" 27:43

8M ago27:43

27:43

Worten is a leading brand that has been democratizing access to technology in Portugal and Spain. With more than 230 physical stores and a presence strong online, Worten offers a wide range of products, from consumer electronics to entertainment and telecommunications, ensuring innovation, and the best prices for its customers. In today's episode, …

1
12. Is Apple Vision Pro a Game Changer for Commerce? 24:19

8M ago24:19

24:19

Join Paula Macaggi in this exciting episode of OFFBOUNDS as we dive into the transformative power of Apple Vision Pro in the retail industry. Featuring insights from experts DeAnn Campbell, Neil Redding, Carl Boutet, and Jeffrey Roberts, we explore how this VR/AR technology could revolutionize consumer engagement and profitability in retail. From v…

1
11. AllSaints' CIO, James Reid: "We have to be where our customers are" 50:57

8M ago50:57

50:57

The episode today is about a super-loved fashion brand called AllSaints. The British brand was founded in 1994 and it sells menswear, womenswear, footwear, accessories and is mostly famous for its leather jackets. Today, they have almost 300 stores in 27 countries in Europe, North America, and Asia. For this interview, I went to London and met with…

1
10. Lindex's Head of Technology, Florian Westerdahl: "You should just put new expectations on AI" 42:59

8M ago42:59

42:59

From Gotheburg, Sweden. Florian Westerdahl, the leader of the tech team at Lindex, discusses how technology has empowered their stores and the importance of designing the organization for innovation. He shares insights into Lindex's digital store program and their use of generative AI through their project called Co-Pilot. Florian emphasizes the ne…

1
09. Kicks Group's EVP, Carola Lundell: "Live shopping success is about what happens after" 35:34

9M ago35:34

35:34

Kicks is the largest beauty retailer in the Nordics. They achieved this title by investing in community-building and expertise as their competitive advantage and today, Kicks Beauty Talks has 140K members which is more than their Instagram following. In this interview, Carola Lundell, the EVP of Kicks Group sits with Paula Macaggi and talks about l…

1
08. Adlibris' CEO, Jonas Karlén: "Don't let a good crisis go to waste" 34:49

9M ago34:49

34:49

In episode 8 of OFFBounds, Paula Macaggi talks with Jonas Karlén, CEO of Adlibris, a pioneering force in Nordic e-commerce. With Adlibris boasting an extensive catalog of over 13 million titles, Jonas shares his insights into the beauty of managing such a vast assortment while navigating operational challenges. From crisis management to the fusion …

1
07. Sunglass Hut's NA President, Giorgio Pradi: 'Investing in people first then technology' 35:21

9M ago35:21

35:21

Join us for an insightful conversation with Giorgio Pradi, Sunglass Hut's North America President, as he unveils the brand's innovative strategies and global vision for the future of retail. Discover how Sunglass Hut ensures a consistent customer experience across continents, from New York to Barcelona, Milan, and Brazil. Pradi shares how meticulou…

1
06. SOK's CMO, Lauri Toivonen: "You have to think Marketing as Business" 38:31

9M ago38:31

38:31

From a career in agencies to leading marketing at the largest retailer in Finland, Lauri Toivonen has a phenomenal perspective on serving grocery customers with creativity. He is now the CMO of SOK, a Finish co-op with 47% of the grocery market share and 78% of the country's households as loyalty members. In this episode, Lauri shares how successfu…

1
05. Board Director, Silvia Mazzuchelli: "First-party data is crucial to increase marketing effectiveness" 37:02

10M ago37:02

37:02

Silvia Mazzucchelli has had leadership roles in fashion brands throughout her career being responsible for transformation and turnarounds in companies like Guess, Toms, and American Apparel. In this conversation, Silvia shares her experiences and insights from her career in the retail and fashion industry. She discusses the impact of her dual cultu…

1
04. FNAC Darty's CEO, Enrique Martinez: "The sustainability revolution is here" 44:18

10M ago44:18

44:18

Enrique Martinez is a passionate leader who's really committed to his team and FNAC's mission to transform its customers' lives by providing access to culture and technologies. In this episode, we learn more about Enrique's leadership and how he manages more than 25K employees and FNAC's Everyday Project which is focused on sustainability, omnichan…

1
03. OBI's CIO, Tim Engler: "Tech is a question of business enablement" 28:53

10M ago28:53

28:53

Tim Engler is part of the team of young leaders driving digital transformation in Germany's retail industry. He leads all things technology at OBI, a home improvement retailer with more than 600 stores in 10 different countries (I mentioned 11 in the interview but I was wrong). In this interview, he shares his perspective on the importance of techn…

1
02. Carrefour's Global CTO, Olivier Gibert | "We are making data accessible to everyone" 35:42

10M ago35:42

35:42

Olivier Gibert has an impressive career in technology. He started in consulting and went to retail because he enjoys the challenge. Almost 10 years later, he became the Global CTO of Carrefour a huge retailer present in 40 countries with direct operations in 8 around Europe and Latin America. With over 10 billion transactions per year and 80 millio…

1
01. Solo Brand's CDO, Jenna Posner | "We need to be advocates of our good tech" 43:26

10M ago43:26

43:26

Jenna Posner had the chance to see all sides of our industry, she has navigated from the technology side to lead the digital strategies at the footwear retailer Snipes and now she's doing the same on the brand side with Solo Brands. In this interview, she will dive into the role of technology and the importance of a true partnership between retaile…

1
Every Tuesday: Meet the Top Global Commerce Leaders on OFFBounds 1:26

10M ago1:26

1:26

OFFBounds is a podcast where commerce executives share their perspectives, successes, and lessons learned in their careers to inspire other global leaders in their journey and decision-making. Every week, the host Paula Macaggi meets industry leaders to discuss business strategies, careers, and leadership in one-on-one conversations challenging the…

1
DeFi Lunch (Ep 364) - July 27, 2023 - Crypto Bills / BTC & ETH CME Futures Up / @PancakeSwap everywhere / Can @FantomFDN recover? / 1:17:27

1+ y ago1:17:27

1:17:27

You are missing out. Join our free community to get the Alpha, make new friends, learn more and share your thoughts and opinions: https://t.me/missiondefi Crypto bills pass congressional committee in ‘huge win’ for US crypto - https://md1.to/mp4sh White House Derailed Negotiation on U.S. House Stablecoin Bill: McHenry - https://md1.to/kufbw Bitocin…

1
DeFi Lunch (Ep 363) - July 13, 2023 - Shaun and Joe 1:14:09

1+ y ago1:14:09

1:14:09

If you haven't joined our community yet, you are missing out on amazing analysis and Alpha. https://t.me/missiondefi Joe Cawley and Brad Nickel cover the DeFi news of the day, new opportunities in the space including liquidity pools, yield farming, staking, and much more. This is not financial advice. Nothing said on the show should be considered f…

1
Mission: DeFi - EP 103 - Maverick (@MavProtocol) changes everything for #DeFi! - Bob Baxley (@Bob_Baxley) 51:17

1+ y ago51:17

51:17

Mark these words: Maverick Protocol has the potential to dramatically change the fundamentals of DeFi. I can usually whip through 3-4 use cases for a protocol within minutes of understanding it, but Maverick gives me a headache, because the possibilities seem endless and more powerful than what we’ve seen before. And, that’s a good thing! In this i…

1
Mission: DeFi - EP 102 - Casper the Chain has an enterprise focus & a powerful model - Ralf Kubli of the Casper Association 1:18:04

1+ y ago1:18:04

1:18:04

Ralf Kubli has been advocating for Switzerland to properly arbitrage its regulatory advantage in crypto and now the Casper Association is working to build a powerful enterprise focused chain that will take advantage of that. We discussed not only Casper, but also the future of crypto, regulation historically and where Ralf sees crypto going from he…

1
DeFi Lunch (Ep 360) - July 3, 2023 - @ShrimpyApp gone / @Coinbase filing / @Cantonamespace / @CantoPublic on @Pancakeswap / Gensler under fire / SCOTUS to check SEC? / $ETH staking over exchanges 50:42

1+ y ago50:42

50:42

@Coinbase filing for dismissal is a thing of beauty - https://md1.to/cpgom Step By Step - How to secure your .canto name at Canto Namespace - https://md1.to/9tq5g @CantoPublic on @PancakeSwap! $CANTO / ETH pool using the @LayerZero_Labs SUPER FAST bridging. - https://md1.to/yhb8g SEC Chair Gary Gensler has wrongly prejudged that all digital assets …

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Joe Casper Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide