Kantar Retail Sound Bites

In 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. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/financing/burger-king-its-struggling-franchisees-have-long-way-go AI for Writers Summit | Marketing AI Event (marketingaiinstitute.com) https://www.retaildive.com/news/refill-startup-blueland-reaches-profitability/645970/ https://www.vox.com/politics/2023/4/3/23668444/mcdonalds-layoffs-corporate-economy https://www.wsj.com/articles/mcdonalds-temporarily-shuts-u-s-offices-as-chain-prepares-for-layoff-notices-36fef317?mod=hp_lead_pos4 https://www.businessinsider.com/walmart-mimics-amazon-website-redesign-aims-for-e-commerce-boost-2023-4 https://corporate.walmart.com/newsroom/2023/04/03/walmart-turns-up-the-excitement-and-discovery-with-brand-new-walmart-com-experience

In 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, and so much more. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn  https://www.fastcompany.com/90867825/coca-cola-invites-fans-to-create-ai-art-with-its-iconic-imagery   https://www.cstoredive.com/news/couche-tard-acquire-2200-totalenergies-sites/645213/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Issue:%202023-03-16%20C-Store%20Dive%20%5Bissue:48859%5D&utm_term=C-Store%20Dive   https://corporate.walmart.com/newsroom/2023/03/16/walmart-launches-clean-beauty-affordable-accessible-and-transparent https://www.businessinsider.com/crowded-zara-stores-led-to-soaring-2022-sales-for-inditex-2023-3 https://financialpost.com/news/retail-marketing/couche-tard-buys-gas-stations-totalenergies-4billion https://www.forbes.com/sites/gregpetro/2023/03/17/i-asked-chatgpt-how-it-will-impact-retailing-heres-the-reply/?sh=637c063f2bdb https://www.grocerydive.com/news/store-hailing-mobile-ice-cream-markets-roll-into-hollywood/644320/

In 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: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn CloudChef Wants to Capture a Chef’s Knowledge in Software to Recreate High-Quality Cuisine Anywhere https://thespoon.tech/cloudchef-wants-to-record-and-playback-a-chefs-recipes-to-power-high-quality-cuisine-anywhere-in-the-world/ Prime drinks are going viral in real life. It’s all about status. https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2023/02/26/prime-drink-paul-logan-ksi/ Chipotle adding TikTok viral fajita quesadilla to digital menu Chipotle adding TikTok viral fajita quesadilla to digital menu | Restaurant Dive https://www.businessinsider.com/family-dollar-taller-shelves-more-products-discount-retail-clutter-chaos-2023-3 https://www.retaildive.com/news/digitally-native-retailers-risk-of-bankruptcy-wayfair-real-real/643978/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2023/03/02/walmart-to-double-health-clinic-footprint-next-year-as-amazon-and-rivals-buy-doctor-offices/?sh=562432fe3639  

In 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 covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn https://www.esmmagazine.com/retail/takeaways-from-carrefours-2022-full-year-results-232808 https://www.esmmagazine.com/retail/takeaways-from-carrefours-2022-full-year-results-232808 KFC installs solar-powered drive-thru in California | Nation's Restaurant News (nrn.com) https://www.wsj.com/articles/food-stamps-are-about-to-spoil-grocery-stores-outlook-2d8851d0 https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/16/business/retail-executives.html?searchResultPosition=1

In 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: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn https://www.nbcboston.com/news/local/addies-an-online-only-grocery-store-opens-in-norwood/2956312/ https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2022/06/london-essence-offers-worlds-first-premium-tonic-on-tap/ https://foodxdata.menudata.io/rolling-in-dough-the-delicious-marriage-of-mochi-and-donuts/ https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/20/walmarts-top-us-e-commerce-chief-casey-carl-is-leaving.html https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/16/walmart-is-quietly-preparing-to-enter-the-metaverse.htmlhttps://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/16/walmart-is-quietly-preparing-to-enter-the-metaverse.html https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/shopping/2022/01/20/amazon-style-first-store-opening/6581854001/

In 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 Switchon@kantar.com.  Hershey/s new Robotic Endcap Display, United States   (in-store experience site) Price Lab executes dynamic hourly pricing, South Korea (The Korean Herald) Which Wich is the First brand to utilize remote digital crew members (QSR Mag) https://www.cnbc.com/2023/01/24/walmart-raises-minimum-wage-as-retail-labor-market-remains-tight.html https://www.wsj.com/articles/retailers-get-a-seasonal-beating-11674059330 https://www.cnbc.com/2023/01/24/chewy-connect-with-a-vet-regulatory-hurdles-skepticism.html Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn

In 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

In 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 use online swap-shop to cut costs and reduce waste - Tesco PLC Walmart CEO says shoplifting could lead to price jumps, store closures (cnbc.com)| Are we in Beirut?’ Philly gas station hires guards with AR-15s - pennlive.com| https://www.wsj.com/articles/amazon-launches-tiktok-style-feed-in-push-to-accelerate-social-shopping-11670476199 https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/09/grocery-delivery-firm-getir-acquires-embattled-rival-gorillas.html  

In 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 you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing Switchon@kantar.com.  Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/beverage/inside-new-starbucks-reserve-nycs-empire-state-building https://www.cnbc.com/2022/11/26/why-your-next-dominos-pizza-delivery-may-arrive-in-a-chevy-bolt-ev.html https://www.cnn.com/2022/11/28/business/black-friday-sales-numbers/index.html https://www.wsj.com/articles/black-friday-lured-shoppers-back-in-early-test-for-holiday-spending-11669569850 https://www.nrn.com/quick-service/subway-taps-unattended-grab-go-vending-fridges?utm_source=social&utm_medium=rss&utm_id=nrn https://insideretail.asia/2022/11/24/7-eleven-unveils-7cafe-concept-store-at-jewel-changi/ https://hbr.org/2022/11/how-walmart-automated-supplier-negotiations

In 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 topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing Switchon@kantar.com.  Barry's contact information: barry.thomas@kantar.com Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: rachel.dalton@kantar.com Rachel's LinkedIn Panera opens first updated urban store format in NYC | Restaurant Dive Kantar Retail Blogs How Tmall Global is overcoming the challenges of China’s zero-Covid policy - Inside Retail https://www.cnbc.com/2022/11/08/levi-strauss-ceo-says-companys-search-for-new-leader-got-help-from-unlikely-source.html https://www.wsj.com/articles/retailers-turning-to-specific-day-delivery-over-speediest-shipping-11668022827 https://chainstoreage.com/target-goes-big-unveils-larger-format-store-more-modern-design