Unlock the secrets to thriving in the competitive landscape of big-box retail as we welcome Michael Kleydman from Shift Retail Group to the show. Michael's wealth of experience, from his roots in a leading supplier role to his current mission of empowering up-and-coming vendors, offers a treasure trove of insights for anyone eager to conquer giants like Walmart and Sam's Club. This episode is brimming with strategic gems, from navigating the shift to omnichannel retailing to understanding the agility required to succeed in today's market. Plus, we'll share a slice of Michael's life, revealing how an academic passion led to his role as an adjunct professor and his endearing transition from a Missouri Tiger to an Arkansas Razorback.
Celebrate a decade of Walmart's Annual Open Call event with us, where dreams are crafted into palpable success stories. This isn't just any gathering; it's a pivotal moment for U.S. suppliers to pitch their American-made products directly to the retail titan's decision-makers. We'll stroll down memory lane, recalling the event's growth from its modest start to becoming a cornerstone in Walmart's $350 billion investment in American manufacturing. Listen as we recount tales of triumph, like that of a supplier whose innovative product revamped Walmart's private label selection. Every entrepreneur with aspirations of scaling up and seizing opportunities with the world's retail behemoths needs to hear this episode—it's where inspiration meets the road map to victory.

Ep. 25 - The Road Map to Big-Box Retail Victory - with Michael Kleydman
Unlock the secrets to thriving in the competitive landscape of big-box retail as we welcome Michael Kleydman from Shift Retail Group to the show
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