RFID Revolution
RFID has finally arrived in retail, boosting inventory accuracy, powering omnichannel promises, and opening doors to grocery innovation and automated checkout. Discover how this once futuristic tech is transforming shopping today.
Staff Report
Global insights on omnichannel retail and commerce from the Doing Business in Bentonville Staff Report Team—expert analysis and trends shaping Bentonville’s role in the future of business.
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Ep. 1 - Summerween Trends, Labubu Collectibles, and the Rise of Agentic Shopping
Retail Media Vibes debuts with Tom Brydon of Accenture, exploring retail trends like Summerween, agentic shopping, and the kidult economy. Discover how AI, brand identity, and seasonal strategies are reshaping retail media today.
Ep. 116 - Thriving Beyond Burnout in Leadership
Executive coach Irene Ortiz Glass reveals how personal history shapes leadership. Learn why self leadership, energy management, and alignment with core values are essential for avoiding burnout and leading teams with clarity and authenticity.
Earnings Reveal the Power of Bargain Hunting
Discount retailers soar with strong earnings while beauty brands like Ulta thrive on affluent value. Walmart and big box stores face margin pressure. Explore what these results reveal about consumer behavior and the future of American retail.
Ep. 115 - AI-Powered Ad Creation at Scale
AdFury.ai is transforming retail media with generative AI that creates high performing ads at scale. Built in the retail capital of the world, the platform streamlines creative production and delivers smarter, data driven advertising for brands and agencies.
Sustainability at Retail 2.0: Commerce with Purpose
Sustainability at Retail 2.0 is here. From circular models and blockchain transparency to energy efficiency, retailers are proving that purpose and profit can coexist. Learn how consumer demand and innovation are reshaping the future of retail.
Ep. 114 - The Consumer Impact Summit: Conscious Buyers, Smarter Brands
Purpose driven commerce is reshaping retail as Gen Z and Gen Alpha demand sustainability, transparency, and impact. Bryan Welch shares insights on the Consumer Impact Summit and how authentic brand missions are shaping the future of business.
Ep. 113 - NWA as a Retail Powerhouse
Northwest Arkansas has become the retail value chain capital of the world, blending supply chain expertise, startups, and quality of life. Hear how innovation, collaboration, and culture drive growth and why the Embark Summit is the perfect entry point.
Personalization in Retail: How AI Shapes Your Shopping Experience
AI is reshaping retail personalization from product suggestions to dynamic pricing and in store experiences. Done right, it boosts conversions and loyalty. Done poorly, it feels invasive. Learn how respect and strategy define the future of shopping.
Ep. 112 - Leadership That Executes with Steve Graves
Leadership is more than facilitation or inspiration. Steve Graves shares three powerful principles that separate true leaders from managers, from making tough calls to driving execution and accountability. Tune in for timeless lessons to strengthen your leadership.
Experience is the New Anchor for Physical Retail
Retail is evolving into an experience economy. From champagne bars to digital concierges, Printemps and other brands show why physical stores must inspire, engage, and build community. This episode reveals how experiential retail is shaping the future of shopping.
Ep. 111 - Inside Wholesale Clubs: The Costco, Sam’s, and BJ’s Playbook
Costco, Sam's Club, and BJ's thrive by blending low prices, quality, membership revenue, and treasure hunt merchandising. Industry expert Michael Clayman shares how each brand stands out and what suppliers need to know to succeed in the wholesale club channel.
Retail's Great Reckoning: Why Stores are Closing Faster than Ever
With 15,000 US store closures expected in 2025, retail is at a crossroads. This episode explores why outdated models fail, how forward-thinking brands are reinventing stores, and what it takes to thrive in the new retail reality. Listen now for key insights.
Ep. 110 - How P&G Revolutionized Retail with Walmart
Discover how Walmart and P&G redefined retail through “collaborative disruption.” Tom Muccio shares lessons on trust, teamwork, and innovation that transformed supply chains and customer strategy. Tune in for powerful insights from two industry giants.
Six Critical Challenges Facing Today's Retail Executives
Inflation, tariffs, shifting consumer habits, and supply chain chaos: retail is facing a perfect storm. This episode breaks down the 6 key challenges reshaping the industry and how top brands are adapting to survive. Tune in for expert insights on retail’s future.
How Walmart Is Reshaping Its Fashion Future And Why It Might Finally Stick
Walmart is evolving from a basics-driven apparel retailer into a style-forward fashion contender, leveraging strategic brand development, design talent, and tech upgrades to compete for younger, trend-focused shoppers.