Best University Of Arkansas Sam M Walton College Of Business Podcasts (2024)

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2024 State of the Industry with Matthew Russell (Part 2) 24:03

17h ago24:03

24:03

Host Mike Graen and Matthew Russell continue their discussion on the challenges and progress in supply chain data sharing, particularly the use of serialized data and EPCIS standards. They highlight the slow adoption of data capture and communication protocols, especially in retail environments. The conversation touches on the potential for RFID te…

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2024 State of the Industry with Matthew Russell (Part 1) 18:58

14d ago18:58

18:58

Matthew Russell, Managing Director of Retail at Auburn University's RFID Lab, sat down with host Mike Graen to discuss the evolving trends in RFID technology for 2024. He highlighted the lab's work with major retailers like Walmart, Kroger, and Nike including: Inventory accuracy and supplier compliance Importance of selecting the right RFID tags an…

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Woodman's Badger Robots (Part 2) 31:45

28d ago31:45

31:45

Host Mike Graen continues his conversation with Tyler Davis from Woodman's and Mark Shake from Badger Technologies focused on the impact of the robot on pricing discrepancies, out-of-stocks, and incorrect products. The robot identifies issues like wrong products and out-of-stocks, saving labor by organizing tags by location and improving online ord…

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Woodman's Badger Robots (Part 1) 22:52

1M ago22:52

22:52

Host Mike Graen sits down with Tyler Davis from Woodman's and Mark Shake from Badger Technologies to the implementation of Badger's retail solutions, including AI and machine learning for security and disinfection applications. Woodman's, a 240,000 square feet grocery store chain, uses Badger's robots to verify pricing accuracy daily, reducing the …

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OSA State of the Industry for 2024 54:19

2M ago54:19

54:19

Mike Graen discusses the state of on-shelf availability in retail, highlighting the impact of inventory distortion, which cost retailers over $1.77 trillion in 2023. He cites a McKinsey survey showing 62% of shoppers couldn't find an item on their list, leading to 39% switching brands and 32% switching retailers. Graen emphasizes the importance of …

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The Bossa Nova Shelf Scanning Robot Story (Part 2) 22:04

3M ago22:04

22:04

Host Mike Graen sits down with Sarjoun Skaff - CEO of Bossa Nova Robotics - to disucss the story of how the Bossa Nova Shelf Scanning Robot came to be, along with topics including: Challenges of implementing robots in retail stores. Using robots in retail, focusing on stocking and customer service. Supply chain automation and integration.…

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The Bossa Nova Shelf Scanning Robot Story (Part 1) 30:26

3M ago30:26

30:26

Host Mike Graen sits down with Sarjoun Skaff - CEO of Bossa Nova Robotics - to disucss the story of how the Bossa Nova Shelf Scanning Robot came to be, along with topics including: How the need to their robots was identified. The trials and errors it took before a finished product. Additional benefits robot tech can provide.…

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Supply Chain Implications to OSA with Glenn Richey (Part 2) 30:59

4M ago30:59

30:59

Host Mike Graen sits down with Glenn Richey from Auburn University about supply chian implications to on-shelf availability. In this part 2 episode, Mike and Glenn discuss topics including: Supply chain visibility and data-sharing. Setting measurable goals. Potentail disruptions from regulation.By Supply Chain LEAD Podcast

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Supply Chain Implications to OSA with Glenn Richey (Part 1) 29:12

4M ago29:12

29:12

Host Mike Grain sits down with Dr. Glenn Richey from Auburn University about supply chian implications to on-shelf availability. In this part 1 episode, Mike and Glenn discuss topics including: Supply chain management and inventory accuracy. Supply chain complexity and collaboration and product availability. Supply chain resilience and nearshoring …

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RFID Tags: Past, Present and Future (Part 2) 37:09

5M ago37:09

37:09

Host Michael Graen is joined by Dr. Senthil Chinnappa Gounder P, Director of Research and Technical Professor at Auburn University, about the past, present, and future of the RFID tag. They discuss their views in this second part on RFID including: RFID tag evolution. Creative solutions for RFID tagging. RFID's impact on sustainability and packagin…

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RFID Tags: Past, Present and Future (Part 1) 29:29

5M ago29:29

29:29

Host Michael Graen is joined by Dr. Senthil Chinnappa Gounder P, Director of Research and Technical Professor at Auburn University, about the past, present, and future of the RFID tag. They discuss their views on RFID including: Evaluating technology for business needs with a focus on RFID tags. RFID technology and its applications in various indus…

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GS1 RFID in Food with Jonathan Gregory (Part 2) 26:17

6M ago26:17

26:17

Host Michael Graen is joined by Jonathan Gregory from GS1 to discuss RFID Technology in the food sector. This part 2 episode includes talking points on: RFID tags and their capabilities for inventory management. The role of RFID for loss prevention in retail. Industry standards and best practices for RFID adoption.…

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GS1 RFID in Food with Jonathan Gregory (Part 1) 21:24

6M ago21:24

21:24

Host Michael Graen is joined by Jonathan Gregory from GS1 to discuss RFID Technology in the food sector. This part 1 episode includes talking points on: GS1's role in the industry. Food waste and its impact on the environment, retail, and consumer safety. Reducing food waste in supply chain using RFID technology.…

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Exploring Leadership Lessons from Award-Winning Walton College Students Kennedy Blair and Jackson Walton 27:32

6M ago27:32

27:32

This week on the podcast, Brent connects with two remarkable Walton College seniors, Kennedy Blair and Jackson Walton. Both students are distinguished by their academic excellence and leadership, having earned prestigious awards; Kennedy with the Sam M. Walton College of Business Student Leadership Award, and Jackson with the Doyle Z. Williams Stud…

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Crafting Walmart’s Customer-Centric Supply Chain with David Guggina 36:16

6M ago36:16

36:16

This week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent welcomes David Guggina, Executive Vice President of Supply Chain at Walmart. They delve into the transformative strategies and technological advancements reshaping Walmart's supply chain to better serve and meet the rapidly changing needs of customers globally. David shares insights from his extensive backgro…

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Impact of On-Hand Accuracy for Omni-Channel with Bill Hardgrave (Part 2) 28:37

7M ago28:37

28:37

Host Mike Graen is joined by University of Memphis President, Dr. Bill Hardgrave, to discuss the state of omni-channel in 2024. Topics of conversation in this part 2 episode include: RFID adoption and inventory accuracy in retail. Inventory accuracy and its importance in retail. RFID technology and omni-channel retail.…

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Shaping the Future of Accounting with Technology Insights from Sarah Langham 24:27

7M ago24:27

24:27

This week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent welcomes Sarah Langham, a partner and office managing partner at HoganTaylor and an alum of the Walton College. They delve into Sarah's journey from her education at Walton College to her professional growth in accounting, highlighting her transition from Ernst and Young to HoganTaylor. Sarah discusses the si…

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Extracting Value from Multinational Perspectives with Judith McKenna 31:06

7M ago31:06

31:06

This week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent sits down with Judith McKenna, former president and CEO of Walmart International. They begin with Judith sharing her career journey from law school to holding numerous roles within Asda and Walmart, culminating as head of Walmart's international business across 19 countries. She discusses the importance of bu…

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Impact of On-Hand Accuracy for Omni-Channel with Bill Hardgrave (Part 1) 30:14

7M ago30:14

30:14

Host Mike Graen is joined by University of Memphis President, Dr. Bill Hardgrave, to discuss the state of omni-channel in 2024. Topics of conversation in this part 1 episode include: - Retail technologies and RFID - Omni-channel retailing and inventory accuracy - Inventory accuracy and its impact on retail sales…

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Augmenting Artificial Intelligence Through Cross-Functional Perspectives with Varun Grover 33:58

7M ago33:58

33:58

This week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent sits down with Varun Grover, Distinguished Professor of Information Systems and George & Boyce Billingsley Endowed Chair in the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. They explore the profound effects of AI on individuals, businesses, and society. Varun highlights areas where AI can …

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Envisioning Progress Through Regional Cooperation with Nelson Peacock 27:37

7M ago27:37

27:37

This week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent sits down with Nelson Peacock, President and CEO of the Northwest Arkansas Council. They discuss the council's work in supporting entrepreneurs, recruiting businesses, and diversifying the regional economy. Nelson shares his diverse career path working in government, higher education and economic development …

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2024 Retail Supply Chain Industry Update with Matt Waller (Part 2) 23:44

8M ago23:44

23:44

Host Mike Graen concludes his conversation with Dr. Matt Waller, Dean Emeritus for the University of Arkansas - Sam M. Walton College of Business, as they discuss the state of the retail supply chain industry in 2024. Topics of this part 2 conversation include: - Store-level implications of case pack quantity management. - Supply chain management …

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Extracting Value from Every Opportunity with Olivia Meyer 27:18

8M ago27:18

27:18

This week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent sits down with Olivia Meyer, a senior real estate finance student at the Walton College to discuss her internship that she secured from the career fair and how she turned that internship into a full-time role after graduation. During the episode Olivia highlights her campus involvement, goal setting and abili…

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2024 Retail Supply Chain Industry Update with Matt Waller (Part 1) 29:32

8M ago29:32

29:32

Host Mike Graen is joined by Dr. Matt Waller, Dean Emeritus for the University of Arkansas - Sam M. Walton College of Business, as they discuss the state of the retail supply chain industry in 2024. Topics of this part 1 conversation include: Leadership and supply chain management insights. Supply chain issues during the pandemic. Supply chain tec…

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Managing the Dynamic Gatorade Brand with Mike Del Pozzo 28:30

8M ago28:30

28:30

This week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent engages in a dynamic discussion with Mike Del Pozzo, President and General Manager of Gatorade at PepsiCo. During the episode they dive into the challenge of maintaining engagement with core and light Gatorade consumers, the importance of product timing, and strategies for PepsiCo's beverage and snack segment…

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Charting the Course for Walton College's Future with Brent Williams 39:57

8M ago39:57

39:57

This week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent sits down with a familiar face, Dean Emeritus Matt Waller as Matt turns the mic around for a conversation with Brent to discuss his vision and plans as the new Dean of the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. During the episode Brent highlights his focus on innovating curricula to …

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Impact of Serialized Items with Myron Burke (Part 2) 26:44

9M ago26:44

26:44

Host Mike Graen continues his conversation with Myron Burke from Divergent Technology Advisors to discuss the impact of serialized items on retail supply chains including: Supply chain issues and product authentication. Serialization and its benefits in supply chain management. Supply chain modernization and collaboration.…

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Cultivating Innovation at the Intersection of Academia and Industry with Mary Lacity and Remko Van Hoek 27:44

9M ago27:44

27:44

This week on the podcast, Brent sits down with two Walton College colleagues, Dr. Mary Lacity, David D. Glass Chair and Distinguished Professor of Information Systems and Dr. Remko Van Hoek, Professor of Practice in Supply Chain Management to discuss their co-authored recent work on research that is working in real-time with industry partners. Duri…

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Leading Sustainable Change in Plastics Manufacturing with Dhu Thompson 30:21

9M ago30:21

30:21

This week on the Be Epic podcast we wrap up the 2024 Arkansas Business Hall of Fame series with inductee Dhu C. Thompson. Dhu is the Owner of US Irrigation and former owner/president of Delta Plastics and Revolution Bag. The episode dives into Dhu's compelling narrative of a career shift from banking to leading a major player in the plastics indust…

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Impact of Serialized Items with Myron Burke (Part 1) 33:12

9M ago33:12

33:12

Host Mike Graen is joined by Myron Burke, Founder and CEO of Divergent Technology Advisors, for a discussion about the impact of serialized items on retail supply chains including: Barcode Technology Inventory Management Loss Prevention And don't forget to rank the University of Arkansas in the Gartner Industry Survey! Only 2 questions and takes le…

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Championing Innovation in Racing with Eric Jackson 35:08

9M ago35:08

35:08

This week on the Be Epic podcast, we continue with the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame series as Brent is joined by Eric Jackson, the Senior Vice President of Oaklawn Hot Springs and a 2024 Arkansas Business Hall of Fame inductee. The episode delves into Eric's fascinating career, which spans over 40 years at Oaklawn, highlighting his surprising ind…

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Legacy & Leadership: Gary George on Pioneering the Poultry Industry in Arkansas 26:06

9M ago26:06

26:06

This week on the Be Epic podcast we continue the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame series with Gary George, chairman of George's Inc. and an inductee of the 2024 Arkansas Business Hall of Fame. During the episode Brent and Gary delve into the history and evolution of George’s Inc., a family-owned poultry business with roots dating back to the 1920s. G…

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State of the Industry with Emil Martinez (Part 2) 19:52

9M ago19:52

19:52

Host Mike Graen continues Season 3 of the Supply Chain LEAD Podcast by finishing up his conversation with Emil Martinez - Managing Partner Retail GTM NA at Tata Consultancy Services - to discuss the state of the industry. In this Part 2 episode, Mike and Emil discuss topics including: OSA's impact on shopping experience Leveraging OSA technology Re…

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Cultivating Legacy and Agricultural Innovation with John Conner, Jr. 23:34

9M ago23:34

23:34

In this week's episode we kickoff the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame series where we will showcase conversations with the 2024 honorees who will be inducted into the Arkansas Business Hall of Fame in February 2024. The first conversation is with John Conner Jr., President of Holden-Conner Company. John, who hails from Newport, Arkansas and comes fr…

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Cultivating Community Wellbeing with Curtis Barnett 24:22

10M ago24:22

24:22

This week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent sits down with Curtis Barnett, President and CEO of Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield and a member of the Walton College Dean's Executive Advisory Board. Curtis begins the conversation by sharing the mission of Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield, which is to improve the health, financial security, and peace of min…

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State of the Industry with Emil Martinez (Part 1) 24:23

10M ago24:23

24:23

Host Mike Graen kicks-off Season 3 of the Supply Chain LEAD Podcast with sitting down with Emil Martinez - Managing Partner Retail GTM NA at Tata Consultancy Services - to discuss the state of the industry. In this Part 1 episode, Mike and Emil discuss topics including: Retail industry trends and transformation Improving customer satisfaction throu…

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Lessons in Leadership, Career Pivots and Motivation from Brett Biggs 36:22

10M ago36:22

36:22

This week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent engages in a fascinating conversation with Brett Biggs, the former CFO of Walmart. He is currently a Senior Advisor for Blackstone and member of the board of directors for Adobe, Procter & Gamble and Yum! Brands. Their discussion spans a range of topics including Brett's early career experiences, his journey …

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Empowering Students for Sales Success with Judith Ann Garretson Folse and John Ballentine 34:49

10M ago34:49

34:49

This week on the podcast Brent sits down with Judith Ann Garretson Folse, Department Chair, and John Ballentine, the sales program director, both from the Department of Marketing at the Walton College. The conversation focuses on the importance of sales skills in both your professional and personal life. Judith and John discuss their passion for cr…

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GS1 Sunrise 2027 and Impact on OSA with Gena Morgan 54:57

11M ago54:57

54:57

Join Mike Graen as he welcomes Gena Morgan - Vice President of Standards at GS1 - for a conversation exploring GS1 Sunrise 2027 and its impact on On Shelf Availability. Topics of discussion include: Improving OSA with GS1 standards Benefits of serialization RFID use-casesBy Supply Chain LEAD Podcast

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Exploring the Startup and Venture Studio Model with Josh Stanley and Fahad Siddiqui 28:00

11M ago28:00

28:00

In this week's episode of the Be Epic Podcast, Brent converses with Josh Stanley, CEO of Cartwheel Studios, and Fahad Siddiqui, Principal and Senior Vice President at SSI. They delve into their unique career transitions from corporate roles to entrepreneurship, their individual contributions in the thriving ecosystem of Northwest Arkansas, and the …

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Building Business Relationships with Mario Ramirez 31:45

11M ago31:45

31:45

This week on the Be Epic podcast, host Brent Williams welcomes guest Mario Ramirez, President of M Ramirez Group and Chief Client Officer for Golden Rod Companies. They delve into the importance of relationships in business, with Mario emphasizing the value of conveying your principles and work ethic in every interaction. Mario shares his career jo…

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Linking OSA and Shrinkage with Brand Elverston 1:00:11

11M ago1:00:11

1:00:11

Much has been written about the estimated $245 billion in lost sales each year in North America alone that is a consequence of items being out-of-stock. Worse than the short-term effects of lost sales to brands is that 65% of consumers say that they would try a new brand if their “go-to brands” were out-of-stock. In addition, Retail Shrink (unaccou…

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Decoding Retail Media Networks: A Deep Dive with Andy Murray, Molly Rapert, and Rod Thomas 45:52

12M ago45:52

45:52

This week on the podcast, Brent is joined by fellow Walton College colleagues, Andy Murray, Molly Rapert, and Rod Thomas, to discuss their newly released white paper on retail media networks. The conversation dives into their research on retail media networks over the past few years, especially highlighting what exactly constitutes a retail media n…

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RFID Opportunities at Retail with Tony D'Onofrio (Part 2) 33:11

12M ago33:11

33:11

The script is flipped as Tony D'Onofrio interviews Mike Graen on opportunities of RFID at retail in this final part of their interview together. Topics of discussion include: ♻️ Sustainability 🏷️ Importance of tagging 🛍️ Collaboration with retailersBy Supply Chain LEAD Podcast

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Cultivating Community Connections with Adam, John and Nathan Rutledge of First Security Bank 34:43

12M ago34:43

34:43

This week on the podcast, Brent sits down with Nathan, Adam, and John Rutledge from First Security Bank. All three, along with their father, are alumni of the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas and have made a significant impact in the state of Arkansas through their involvement with First Security Bank. During the epis…

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Exploring the Future of Digital Advertising with Kya Sainsbury-Carter 36:28

12M ago36:28

36:28

This week on the podcast, Brent is joined by Kya Sainsbury-Carter, the Corporate Vice President for Microsoft Advertising. During the episode Kya kicks off by sharing her personal journey, from studying international business at the University of Arkansas to her unexpected but rewarding career in technology. As they continue in the episode, Kya dis…

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RFID Opportunities at Retail with Tony D'Onofrio (Part 1) 27:55

1y ago27:55

27:55

The script is flipped as Tony D'Onofrio interviews Mike Graen on opportunities of RFID at retail including: Current state of the industry. Inventory accuracy. How to win in retail.By Supply Chain LEAD Podcast

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Unveiling Sales Strategies for Success with Spencer Frazier 43:28

1y ago43:28

43:28

This week on the podcast, Brent sits down with Spencer Frazier, Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing at JB Hunt. They discuss Spencer’s career journey from starting at JB Hunt 31 years ago to now leading sales and marketing. Spencer outlines JB Hunt's diverse suite of transportation and logistics services and the customer-centric methodo…

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Shaping the Future of Medicine with Dr. Sharmila Makhija 33:09

1y ago33:09

33:09

This week on the Be Epic podcast, Brent sits down with Dr. Sharmila Makhija, the founding dean and CEO of the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine. Dr. Makhija shares her insights and experiences in establishing a medical school from scratch, highlighting the unique opportunity it presents. Listeners will learn about the school's innovative whole-hea…

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RFID in Retail with Auburn RFID Lab (Part 2) 32:27

1y ago32:27

32:27

Join Mike Graen as he continues his conversation with Justin Patton and Matt Russell from the Auburn University RFID Lab for an update on the state of RFID in the retail industry including: ↩️ How to know what's coming in and out. 🚪 Opportunities for solution providers. 🔮 The future of RFID in retail.…

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