2021 Retail Refined
Ohi’s mission is to enable every brand to offer instant post purchase experience. Ben Jones, Founder of Ohi, chatted with Melissa Gonzales about Ohi’s origin and values. Jones founded Ohi when he had an injury that left him bedridden, and he realized he couldn’t order any of the products he needed and get them […]
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2021 Retail Refined
How CPGs Are Using Retail Sales Data to Set Their Brand Apart in 2022
With the assumption supply chain issues will continue to impact retail for the foreseeable future, how can retailers best optimize their assortments heading into 2022? This question was on Retail Refined’s Melissa Gonzalez’ mind when she spoke with Andrew Criezis, Head of Product for SMB Globally, at NielsenIQ. At NielsonIQ’s SMB segment, Criezis and his […]
2021 Retail Refined
The New Profile of the Store Associate
The role of the store associate continues to evolve. This new profile is entrepreneurial and adaptive, selling to anybody anywhere. Brands with associates that build bonds versus being transactional only can see shopper value increase. Discussing this buzzy topic, Retail Refined host Melissa Gonzalez welcomed two experts, Bob Phibbs, Founder of the Retail Doctor, and […]
2021 Retail Refined
Data is Shifting the CPG-Retailer Relationship
CPGs and retailers have always had strong ties. With consumer behavior shifts, more competition, and new technology tools, that relationship is evolving. In the center of the CPG-retailer relationship are AI and machine learning. Taking on this topic, Retail Refined host Melissa Gonzalez spoke with Ryan Powell, VP Retail Strategy and Consulting, at Insite […]
2021 Retail Refined
One Company Wants to Fix How eCommerce is Built
Designed for retail leaders and lovers alike, Retail Refined explores the in-store technology of the future, challenges the industry’s preconceived notions, and brings together retail’s biggest names to understand the brand strategies that will define the next decade in retail. Transactions are the objective of any business. In those moments, whether online or in-store, the brand […]
2021 Retail Refined
Live Streaming Has a Permanent Place in Retail. Here’s Why.
Live streaming adoption is accelerating for a host of reasons and has many applications. Retailers can take advantage of this channel to connect with consumers and sell directly to them. Talking about this emerging trend, Retail Refined host Melissa Gonzalez spoke with Kenneth Tan, Co-founder and CEO of BeLive Technology. The company offers live streaming solutions […]
2021 Retail Refined
How Revlon Thinks Through Its Innovation Process
Leveraging retail trends and data are keys to staying on the minds of consumers. This week on Retail Refined, host Melissa Gonzalez talks with Keyla Lazardi, Revlon’s Chief Scientific Officer about how the cosmetics giant utilizes both trends and data when it comes to innovation. The two also discuss the future of the beauty industry and what trends Lazardi is most […]
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Combining Tech and Personal Touch Enhance Guest Experiences and Help Hotels Stay Competitive in the Rapidly Evolving Landscape
As we advance through 2024, the hotel industry stands at a crossroads where technology and personal touch converge to redefine the guest experience. In an era dominated by digital transformation, hotels are not only adopting innovative technologies but are also enhancing the traditional, personalized service that guests cherish. This synthesis of the old and […]
A Day In The Life of a Hybrid Worker
A day in the life of a hybrid worker harnesses the flexibility of modern technology to balance personal responsibilities and professional duties seamlessly. Leveraging devices like Jabra’s Speak2 75 speakerphone, Evolve2 65 Flex headphones, and PanaCast 20 video conferencing webcam help hybrid workers transition smoothly between office settings and remote work, maintaining productivity without […]
Eco Pressures and Investment Shifts are Charting a New Course for U.S. Crude Oil Production
Energy independence and climate policy are increasingly at odds and the recent data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) reveals a striking trend: the United States has topped global crude oil production charts for the last six years, surpassing all previous records. This development prompts a deeper examination of America’s energy strategy at a […]
Cost Engineering Drives U.S. Automakers Toward Affordable Electric Vehicles
Could cost engineering emerge as a pivotal strategy for U.S. automakers striving to enhance the affordability of electric vehicles (EVs)? Facing significant challenges in production profitability and consumer affordability, manufacturers like Ford and Tesla face increasing pressure from aggressive pricing from Chinese competitors. As these financial pressures mount, highlighted by recent loss reports, […]
