Join Blake Droesch, a Senior Analyst at eMarketer, Suzy Davidkhanian, Vice President of Content, and Paul Verna, also a Vice President of Content, as they delve into the nuances of hotel guest etiquette—what’s acceptable and unacceptable. They also uncover the evolving landscape of American households, comparing present-day demographics to the 1960s. The conversation sparkles with festive debates about holiday movies and scrumptious treats, all while exploring intriguing trends in the gift card economy. It's an insightful and entertaining mix!

Arielle Feger, an Analyst at eMarketer, and Suzy Davidkhanian, Vice President of Content at eMarketer, dive into the most intriguing retailers for November. They discuss innovative approaches from 7-Eleven, particularly its Gulp radio expansion. The conversation shifts to the beauty sector, spotlighting CeraVe's new hair care line and challenges in a crowded market. The duo also debates ranking retailers based on strategic partnerships and marketing tactics, with a focus on Rent the Runway's access-over-ownership campaign and KFC's quirky branding efforts.

Analysts discuss major retail trends for 2024, including retailers competing with Amazon, China's impact on US online shopping, and the buying of retail media networks. They also dive into the in-store renaissance, influencer collaborations, live stream shopping, and partnerships in retail media networks.