Kantar Retail Sound Bites
168 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratingsKantar Retail Sound Bites podcast series provides a provocative view of global retail trends, business issues, and other shopper and retail related news.
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Episode 58: Digital First Mindset with Sam's Club's Diana Marshall
April 22, 2024 18:21 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MBIn episode 58 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss digital commerce and omnichannel advancements made at Sam's Club with executive vice president and chief growth officer Diana Marshall. This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's principal economist, who sheds light on the current macroeconomic state of the retail industry. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retai...
Episode 57: AI’s Influence with Ram Iyer at Microsoft
April 03, 2024 18:42 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBIn episode 57 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the immense AI and technology advancements being made in retail with Ram Iyer, senior director, digital strategy and ecommerce at Microsoft. This episode also features Julie Craig, vice president of shopper insights at Kantar, to discuss sustainability sentiment among shoppers. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail S...
Episode 56: Hot headlines in retail with Melissa Daniels
March 20, 2024 18:06 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBIn episode 56 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss recent retail headlines with Melissa Daniels, senior reporter, at Modern Retail. This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's principal economist, who sheds light on the current macroeconomic state of the retail industry. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: b...
Episode 55: Global mergers and acquisitions with Dave Marcotte and Paida Mugudubi
March 06, 2024 22:03 - 52 minutes - 72.6 MBIn episode 55 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss global mergers and acquisitions with David Marcotte, senior vice president, and Paida Mugudubi, head of retail insights, at Kantar. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] ...
Episode 54: Balancing Act: GLP-1 Breakthroughs and the Impact on CPGs
February 21, 2024 18:23 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBIn episode 54 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and the forecasted implications on the food and beverage industries with Leigh O’Donnell, head of shopper and category insights, and Patricia Gregory, global analytics lead, at Kantar. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Learn more about GLP-1, other injectabl...
Episode 53: Ten principles for customer-centric in-store communication
February 07, 2024 21:57 - 59 minutes - 81.5 MBIn episode 53 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss ten principles for customer-centric in-store communication with Andy Murray, Founder & CEO of bigQuest Advisory, Inc. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel'...
Episode 52: NRF 2024: Retail's Big Show key learnings and innovations
January 24, 2024 16:52 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MBIn episode 52 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss innovations found at the National Retail Federation: The Big Show 2024 with Amar Singh, senior director at Kantar. This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's principle economist, who provides an update on the current macroeconomic state and the impacts on retail. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound B...
Episode 51: Challenger brand disruption: Digital deep dive into QSRs with Cynthia Vega and Serene Wilson
January 10, 2024 18:59 - 49 minutes - 67.7 MBIn episode 51 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss challenger brand disruption, Kantar's Brand Glee research, and what was driving this growth in the Digital Age. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Find the Brand Glee report here: https://www.kantar.com/campaigns/brand-glee
Episode 50: A look back at 2023 and our hottest topics
December 13, 2023 20:45 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBIn episode 50 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, review the top 5 Retail Sound Bites episodes for 2023. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. https://foodinstitute.com/foodservice/rash-of-restaurant-bankruptcies-festers/ https://www.modernretail.co/operations/ghost-kitchens-are-making-a-post-pandemic-pivot-to-survive/ https://www.restaurantbusiness...
Episode 49: A closer look at Latin American retail with David Marcotte and Willem Schol
November 30, 2023 21:23 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBIn episode 49 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the current landscape and future forecasts of Latin American retail Willem Schol, Board of Director Member, Management Consultant and Founder and President of America Retail, and David Marcotte, SVP, at Kantar. Have a topic you’d like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites Podcast. https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/b...
Episode 48: The GLP-1 Revolution: Retail Health Unveiled with Leslie Thomas and Cathy Watkins
November 15, 2023 18:41 - 57 minutes - 78.6 MBGLP-1 drugs are gaining popularity as an innovative solution to weight loss. With almost 43% of the US population being obese, this presents a strategic opportunity for the healthcare industry. Only 20% of Semaglutide users experience side effects, and the significant advertising spending by Rx manufacturers is driving demand for this new class of weight loss drugs. In episode 48 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of...
Episode 47: Examining Retail Media Networks with Andy Murray and Dr. Rodney Thomas
November 02, 2023 16:00 - 37 minutes - 51.8 MBIn episode 47 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the Sam Walton College of Business' new retail media networks research study and the reports findings with Andy Murray, CEO of bigQuest, and Dr. Rodney Thomas, Director of the Undergraduate Supply Chain Management Program and an Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management in the Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. Read ...
Episode 46: Don't forget about Baby Boomers with Julia Wilkinson and Melissa Davies
November 01, 2023 17:23 - 49 minutes - 68.1 MBIn episode 46 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Baby Boomers, snacking and breakfast occasions, loyalty, and more with Julia Wilkinson, Head of Insights, and Melissa Davies, Director, Consumer Insights, at Kellanova. Have a topic you’d like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rache...
Episode 45: Best-in-class customer marketing with Erin Hannon
October 18, 2023 18:16 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBIn episode 45 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss best-in-class customer marketing and innovation in the beverage alcohol industry with Erin Hannon, Senior Director, Customer Marketing and Activation at the E&J Gallo Winery. Have a topic you’d like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn ...
Episode 44: DE&I for customer-focused brands with Kent Montgomery
October 05, 2023 19:44 - 48 minutes - 66.5 MBIn episode 44 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss DE&I initiatives and innovation with Kent Montgomery, Senior Vice President, Industry Relations & Multicultural Development at PepsiCo, North America. Have a topic you’d like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: ...
Episode 43: Advancing digital capabilities with Vince Jones
September 20, 2023 21:15 - 58 minutes - 80.4 MBIn episode 43 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss expanding omnichannel capabilities, AI's impact to the digital shelf, DTC, and more with Vince Jones, SVP, General Manager and Head of Ecommerce at PepsiCo. Have a topic you’d like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar’s Retail Sound Bites Podcast. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/14/technology/instacart-public-ads.html?searchResultPosition=20 ...
Episode 42: Consumer-first focus with Cherie Leonard
September 06, 2023 17:29 - 46 minutes - 63.3 MBIn episode 42 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss consumer-first approach to brand management, sustainability, and more with Cherie Leonard, Director of Insights, North America at Colgate-Palmolive. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: r...
Episode 41: The state of CPGs and retail with John Carroll
August 23, 2023 16:51 - 50 minutes - 69 MBIn episode 41 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of the CPG and retail industries with John Carroll, President of Acosta Group's Digital Commerce and Advanced Analytics. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kant...
Episode 40: How to lead a successful challenger brand with Bruce Kramer
August 09, 2023 17:25 - 1 hour - 82.6 MBIn episode 40 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss how to lead a successful challenger brand with Bruce Kramer, SVP, North American Consumer Division, Wahl Clipper. Kantar’s principal economist Doug Hermanson also joins for Commerce Compass, providing real-time macroeconomic updates in retail. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast B...
Episode 39: Retail's truth finder Field Agent with Rick West
July 26, 2023 17:59 - 57 minutes - 79.1 MBIn episode 39 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss shopper marketing and Field Agent, solutions let you audit stores, drive trial, generate reviews, and connect with shoppers, with CEO and co-founder Rick West. Kantar’s principal economist Doug Hermanson also joins for Commerce Compass, providing real-time macroeconomic updates in retail. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact...
Episode 38: Amazon Prime Day 2023
July 12, 2023 18:33 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MBIn episode 38 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, take on Prime Day 2023 with guests Anna Brennan, senior analysts, Paida Mugudubi, global head of retailer insights, and Colombe Bommelaer, senior director of category insights at Kantar. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Ra...
Episode 37: Eastern European retail with Natasa Djurdjevic
June 28, 2023 20:59 - 58 minutes - 81 MBIn episode 37 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss recent retail trends and innovations in the Eastern European markets with Natasa Djurdjevic. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Roda Mega...
Episode 36: Restaurant and snacking trends with Sunny Khamkar
June 14, 2023 16:28 - 53 minutes - 72.9 MBIn episode 36 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss recent trends in restaurants, snacking, and food service featuring Sunny Khamkar, Cofounder and CEO at Zaru. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's Link...
Episode 35: Data science and retail media with Paul Winsor
May 31, 2023 18:56 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBIn episode 35 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the power of data science and retail media for FMCGs with guest Paul Winsor, vice president at Snowflake. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn...
Episode 34: The digital shelf with Chris Perry and Oskar Kaszubski
May 17, 2023 19:12 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBIn episode 34 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of the digital shelf with guests Chris Perry, chief learning officer, and Oskar Kaszubski, chief growth officer, of firstmovr. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalto...
Episode 33: Learnings from NACDS 2023
May 03, 2023 17:40 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBIn episode 33 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss learnings from the 2023 NACDS Conference, including health and wellness trends, partnerships with pharmacies, innovations from Walmart and Instacart, and much more. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact...
Episode 32: Shopper research with Leigh O'Donnell
April 21, 2023 16:30 - 37 minutes - 51.7 MBIn episode 30 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the lately research in shopper insights. This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's principal economist, to provide perspective into the macroeconomic world of today. Also featured is Leigh O'Donnell, Kantar's head of shopper and category insights, to discuss recent innovations in shopper research at Kantar. Have a topic you'd like t...
Episode 31: Evolution of retail marketing with Andy Murray
April 05, 2023 17:58 - 59 minutes - 81.5 MBIn episode 31 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the evolution of retail marketing. This episode also features Andy Murray, founder of bigQuest and founder and Executive Chairman of the customer-centric leadership initiative at the Walton College of Business, joins the conversation to discuss shopper marketing, retail media, what it takes to be a strong leader in retail, and much more. ...
Episode 30: Global disruption with J. Walker Smith
March 22, 2023 16:39 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBIn episode 30 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss global retail growth trends. This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's Principal Economist, to provide perspective into the macroeconomic world of today. Also, J. Walker Smith, Kantar’s brand and marketing thought leader, joins the conversation to discuss private label, cracking the code on loyalty, global growth trends, generative AI...
Episode 29: The state of food service with Jonathan Maze
March 08, 2023 19:35 - 54 minutes - 75.3 MBIn episode 29 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the latest innovations in food service. This episode also features Jonathan Maze, Editor in Chief, Restaurant Business Magazine, to examine the current state of restaurant employment, QSRs, loyalty programs, and much more. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: ...
Episode 28: Digital marketing in retail with Mischa McInerney
February 22, 2023 18:41 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBIn episode 28 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss digital marketing in retail. This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's Principle Economist, to provide perspective into the macroeconomic world of today. Also,Mischa McInerney, Chief Marketing Officer, Digital Marketing Insitute uncovers key trends in digital marketing and impacts to e-commerce. Have a topic you'd like to have cover...
Episode 27: The future of impulse with James Mills
February 08, 2023 19:37 - 39 minutes - 54 MBIn episode 27 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of impulse shopping. This episode also features James Mills, Global Vice President Sales at Mars Wrigley; Dean of Sales College Mars Inc., who uncovers key trends happening in impulse and how brands and retailers can best apply impulse learnings to shopper marketing strategies. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: K...
Episode 26: Digital Twins with Rishi Vaish
January 25, 2023 20:03 - 43 minutes - 60.3 MBIn episode 26 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Digital Twins. This episode also features Rishi Vaish, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Vice President (VP) for IBM Sustainability Software to discuss modern uses of digital twin technology in retail. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. Hershey/s new Robotic Endcap Display, Uni...
Episode 25: Health and wellness with Vinima Shekhar
January 11, 2023 18:56 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBIn episode #25 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss ten commerce callouts for 2023. This episode also features Vinima Shekhar, VP Merchandising, Wellness at Walmart to discuss recent customer wellness trends and initiatives at the retailer. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast
Episode 24: Global commerce predictions with Malcolm Pinkerton
December 14, 2022 19:10 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MBIn episode #24 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss global commerce and predictions heading into 2023. Also, get timely retail news on Hooters, Tesco online, getir, and more. This episode also features Malcolm Pinkerton, Senior Director, Global Insights at Kantar to discuss EMEA and global retail predictions. NASCAR star launching virtual brand with HootersFast Casual Tesco suppliers to...
Episode 23: Global Restaurant Leadership Conference with Chris Keating
November 30, 2022 17:49 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MBIn episode #23 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss recent innovations and trends in the restaurant and retail industries. Also, get timely retail news on 7-Eleven concept stores, Walmart automation, Starbucks Reserve, and more. This episode also features Chris Keating, EVP, Winsight Media, to recap major findings from the 2022 Global Restaurant Leadership Conference in Dubai. Have a topic ...
Episode 22: Kantar PoweRanking 2022 with Patrick Fellin
November 16, 2022 17:17 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MBIn episode #22 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the latest edition of Kantar PoweRanking 2022. Also, get timely retail news on Target store remodels, new Amazon delivery program, TikTok restaurant marketing, and more. This episode also features Patrick Fellin, partner, go to market strategy at Kantar, to discuss key findings in Kantar’s industry standard report PoweRanking 2022. Have a ...
Episode 21: eCommerce execution with Francesca Hahn
November 02, 2022 16:03 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBIn episode #21 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss eCommerce opportunities with DTC. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Disney+, Pinduoduo, and Aussie supermarket chain Drakes. This episode also features Francesca Hahn, Vice President, U.S. eCommerce and Direct to Consumer for Mondelēz International, a global company leading the future of snacking. Have a topic you would like t...
Episode 20: Conversational commerce with Blu Atwood
October 19, 2022 16:56 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBIn episode #20 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the growth of conversation commerce. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on McDonald's labor challenges, Nordstom, and 'Best Before' labels. This episode also features Blu Atwood, Co-founder and CEO of Textual, to discuss conversation commerce.
Episode 19: Shopper marketing and media with April Carlisle
October 05, 2022 16:23 - 38 minutes - 52.8 MBIn episode #19 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the evolution of shopper marketing in the influence of retail media. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Tesco, new subscription programs, Deliveroo, and more. This episode also features April Carlisle, EVP, Commerce at Spark Foundry to discuss shopper marketing in context with retail media. Have a topic you would like to see us c...
Episode 18: Retail media 101 with Cara Pratt
September 21, 2022 16:29 - 51 minutes - 70.5 MBIn episode #18 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the importance of and strategies behind retail media. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Starbucks investor day, Ocado, Patagonia, and more. This episode also features Cara Pratt, senior vice president, Kroger Precision Marketing, to discuss all things retail media such as strategies and innovations in the space. Have a topic y...
Episode 17: Leadership principles and career navigation with Susan Gambardella
September 07, 2022 16:00 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBIn episode #17 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the leadership prinicples and opportunities for individual and team growth. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Subway's subscription service, flexitarian eating in Asia, and more. This episode also features Susan Gambardella, president of north america at Kimberly Clark Professional, to discuss personal development and career nav...
Episode 16: The future of global commerce with Simon Miles
August 24, 2022 15:50 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBIn episode #16 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of global commerce. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Asda's new loyalty program, TikTok shopping ads, Us retail's steady rate, and more. This episode also features Simon Miles, VP of Global Omnichannel Commercial Strategy at the Coca-Cola Company to disucss the future of global commerce trends. Have a topic you wou...
Episode 15: The future of the digital shelf with Bazaarvoice
August 10, 2022 16:06 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBIn episode #15 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the digital shelf. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Australia's new value-based supermarket, TikTok sells fresh food, 7-Eleven acquires Skipcart, and more. This episode also features Doug Straton, chief customer evangelist, and Zarina Stanford, chief marketing officer, of Bazaarvoice to disucss rethinking the digital shelf and ...
Episode 14: How TikToK and Gen Z influence the world of commerce
July 27, 2022 16:08 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBIn Episode #14 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the power of Gen Z and social media powerhouse TikTok. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on the Nike Style, Domino's delivery woes, Target expanding delivery hubs, and more. This episode also features Kelsey Arnold, head of partnerships, and Lauren Hector, vice president of marketing services, both of Kyra Media, who provide exper...
Episode 13: What to expect from Amazon Prime Day
July 13, 2022 16:19 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBIn Episode #13 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Amazon Prime Day. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on the BurgerFi-Gopuff delivery partnership, inventory hurdles, Walmart’s backing down from Prime Day, and more. This episode also features Kantar’s Celia Van Wickel, senior director of digital commerce, and Hadi Abrishamchian, head of North American retail insights at HP, who pr...
Episode 12: The evolution of assortment and VR with Kantar's Perfect Category
June 29, 2022 15:12 - 41 minutes - 38 MBIn Episode #12 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the rise of VR and cutting-edge assortment technology. Also, get timely news and notes in retail, including Lowe's technology, McDonald's franchisee agreements, Canada's ban of single use plastic, and more. This episode also features Kantar’s Eric Stenbroten, senior director perfect category and Geoff Wissman, direct perfect category solutions...
Episode 11: The rise of healthy snacking occasions across retail and restaurants
June 15, 2022 16:16 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBIn Episode #11 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the rise and demand of healthy snacking occassions across retailers and restaurants. Also, get timely news and notes in retail, including drive-thru expectations, Apple's buy and pay later program, and retailers drowning in inventory. This episode also features Kantar’s Renata de Moura, senior director of Kantar's Shopper and Category Insights...
Episode 10: The top five things to know about the club channel
June 01, 2022 17:40 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBIn Episode #10 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the hottest club channel trends. Also, get timely news and notes in retail, including eBay's new brick and mortar sneaker store, quick delivery layoffs, and more. This episode also features Kantar’s leading industry experts Taylor Galland, club channel expert, as well as Julie Craig and Eleonor Thatcher from our Shopper Insights team, to discu...
Episode 9: Kantar's new US retail forecast
May 18, 2022 16:28 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MBIn Episode #9 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Kantar’s just-released US retail forecast. Also get timely news and notes in retail, including elevating online grocery, female CMOs, and Tesco meal deals. This episode also features Kantar’s leading industry experts Karl Berner, Amar Singh, Simon Johnstone, Celia Van Wickel, and Karen Kelso who discuss some of the trends driving Kantar’s...