
Technology
Explore how emerging technologies—from AI and big data to fintech and smart retail tools—are redefining global commerce. Doing Business in Bentonville delivers expert insights into innovations like electronic shelf labels, conversational AI, 3D printing, and dynamic personalization that are reshaping how retailers connect with consumers, optimize operations, and stay competitive in a digital-first economy.


Ep. 41 - The Digital Leap from Leather Goods to Leading Reviews - with Wholescale's CEO
David Rapps, CEO of Wholescale, joins Andy Wilson all the way from Montreal to share his extraordinary journey from the legal field to reshaping the retail industry

Ep. 39 - Navigating the Revolution of Retail Media & Advertising - with Scott Benedict & Toby Willse
Unlock the keys to revolutionary sales growth with Scott Benedict and Toby Willse, Senior Director of Retail Media at Flywheel Digital

Ep. 36 - The Digital Front Door - The Omni-Channel Awakening - with Scott Benedict and Jim Okamura
Prepare to have your mind opened to the vast possibilities of the retail world as Scott Benedict hosts retail strategist Jim Okamura to unpack the secrets of omnichannel retailing that are setting the stage for a revolutionary customer experience


File Baby Signs Local Artist
BAANG First Musician to Sign on Authentication Service File Baby

Ep. 33 - Blending Technology and Tradition in the Wake of a Pandemic with AI Visionaries
Explore the frontiers of artificial intelligence with us as we welcome Karen Kilroy and Orson Weems on the latest episode of the Doing Business in Bentonville Podcast


Ep. 31 - Elevating Shopping Experiences in the Tech-Savvy World of Tomorrow with Scott Benedict
Prepare to be enlightened as Andy is joined by the inimitable Scott Benedict, whose advice on retail and omnichannel strategies is nothing short of gold

Updated Stores, New Tech for Walmart
Digital labels, used by associates, may see customer-facing app


AI Tech Gets Personal
Biometric Checkout, Voice-Recognition Phone Orders, Music-To-Fashion AI Among New Rollouts

Ep. 28 - Navigating Omnichannel Retail and the Technological Frontier with Greg Billingsley of Harvest Group
In this insightful episode, Greg Billingsley, Vice President of Technology and Development at Harvest Group, delves into the evolving world of omnichannel retail, drawing parallels between his cycling experiences and retail innovation


Walmart’s New Era of AI-Driven Retail Strategies
How advanced artificial intelligence is redefining the retail landscape, improving customer interactions, and streamlining shopping experiences for the modern consumer

Revolutionizing Retail: People, Process, and Platforms
The transformation of retail organizations through enhanced collaboration, strategic processes, and advanced technological integration