Unpacking the Future of Wellness and Retail in 2024

 

In the latest episode of Retail Refined, host Melissa Gonzalez peers inside the evolving world of wellness and retail in 2024. Joined by Jennifer Walsh, founder of Walk with Walsh, this episode offers a unique perspective on how wellness trends are reshaping the retail landscape.

This episode of Retail Refined features an insightful discussion between Melissa Gonzalez and Jennifer Walsh. Walsh, a pioneer in the beauty retail industry and a proponent of integrating nature and neuroscience, shares her journey from launching the groundbreaking beauty brand Beauty Bar to her current wellness and retail innovation endeavors. The conversation explores the transformative role of wellness in retail, highlighting Walsh’s unique approach to combining neuroscience, nature, and retail experiences.

For a deeper understanding of holistic health and wellness trends, look at the 2024 Holistic Health Consumer Report.

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