Omni Talk Retail

In this 5 Insightful Minutes episode, Ben Miller, VP of Original Content and Strategy for Shoptalk and Groceryshop, joins Omni Talk to preview the upcoming Shoptalk Fall and Groceryshop events.From AI deep dives to tariff implications, Ben breaks down the main themes emerging for Shoptalk Fall (September 17-19 in Chicago), plus reveals the brand-new "Test Kitchen" format launching at Groceryshop (September 28-October 1). Discover what's driving retail innovation, efficiency gains in grocery, and why retail media sits at the center of every retailer-brand conversation.🔑 Topics covered:- The two dominant themes at Shoptalk Fall- New leadership track for navigating turmoil and building agility- Groceryshop's global focus on digital demand creation and efficiency- The innovative "Test Kitchen" format for hands-on AI learning- Star-studded speaker lineups including Home Depot, Amazon, Walmart, Whole Foods, and more- How to secure tickets and take advantage of hosted programsGet your discounted admission now with Omni Talk! Retailers and brands save 20% with codes:- For Shoptalk Fall, use code RBOMNIT20 (Link: https://stfall25-registration.personatech.com/code?cId=cmJvbW5pdDIw)- For Groceryshop, use code RBOMNIT510 (Link: https://gs25-registration.personatech.com/code?cId=cmJvbW5pdDUxMA==)Or save 20% off General Admission with codes:- For Shoptalk Fall, use code GAOMNIT20 (Link: https://stfall25-registration.personatech.com/code?cId=Z2FvbW5pdDIw)- For Groceryshop, use code GAOMNIT799 (Link: https://gs25-registration.personatech.com/code?cId=Z2FvbW5pdDc5OQ==)🎧 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more retail event insights!#shoptalk #groceryshop #retailevents #retailtech #omnitalk #retailinnovation #ai #tariffs #grocerytech #retailconferences*Sponsored Content*This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Quorso, Chris and Anne discussed:Amazon adding perishable foods to its same-day delivery offering across 1,000+ U.S. cities (Source)Starbucks abandoning its mobile order, pickup-only store format due to lack of “warmth and human connection” (Source)Warby Parker ending its home try-on program as most users live within 30 minutes of a store (Source)IKEA opening mini-showrooms inside select Best Buy locations in Florida and Texas (Source)The conclusion of Target and Ulta Beauty’s shop-in-shop partnership in August 2026 (Source)Chris and Anne also handed out our monthly OmniStar award to Scott Casciato, VP of Global Logistics and Omnichannel Fulfillment at Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Ben Miller from Shoptalk dropped by for 5 Insightful Minutes on what to expect at this year’s Shoptalk Fall and Groceryshop conferences.There’s all that, plus NFL Crocs, Harry Potter doughnuts, pawn shop back-to-school shopping, and whether Chris will ever upgrade from his OOFOS slides.P.S. Get your discounted admission now with Omni Talk!Retailers and brands save 20% with codes:- For Shoptalk Fall, use code RBOMNIT20 (Link: stfall25-registration.personatech.com/code?c…5pdDIw)- For Groceryshop, use code RBOMNIT510 (Link: gs25-registration.personatech.com/code?cId…dDUxMA==)Or save 20% off General Admission with codes:- For Shoptalk Fall, use code GAOMNIT20 (Link: stfall25-registration.personatech.com/code?c…5pdDIw)- For Groceryshop, use code GAOMNIT799 (Link: gs25-registration.personatech.com/code?cId…dDc5OQ==)Music by hooksounds.com#RetailNews #AmazonFresh #StarbucksStrategy #WarbyParker #IkeaBestBuy #TargetUlta #RetailPodcast #OmniTalk #SameDayDelivery #RetailInnovation #ShopInShop #RetailPartnershipsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

The fun finale! In this Lightning Round from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Infios, Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne rapid-fire through the week's quirkiest stories.From Aldi's "Summerween" products and chicken wing preferences to party attendance data and celebrity gossip, discover the lighter side of retail trends and consumer behavior. Plus, find out which host prefers drumsticks vs. flats and who they think "leveled up" in the Katy Perry-Justin Trudeau dinner drama!🔔 Subscribe for weekly retail insights!For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/pB45J7EFcCI #Summerween #ChickenWings #PartyTrends #CelebrityGossip #RetailTrends #LightningRoundThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Strategic partnerships are reshaping retail! In this segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Infios, Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne explore Macy's new partnership with Abercrombie Kids for back-to-school season.With 3x the distribution for Abercrombie and a traffic driver for Macy's, this partnership could signal a new trend of department stores becoming "mini malls." Discover why both hosts love this strategic move and what it could mean for the future of retail.🔔 Subscribe for weekly retail insights!For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/pB45J7EFcCI #Macys #AbercrombieKids #BackToSchool #RetailPartnership #DepartmentStore #RetailStrategyThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

She's back! In this segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Infios, Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne dive into Ty Haney's dramatic return to Outdoor Voices with a "confident, bold, and sexy" rebrand.From wiping Instagram clean to positioning the brand as the "uniform for doing things," is this founder comeback genuine innovation or just marketing spectacle? Plus, learn when it's the right time to bring back a founder and when it's time to move on.🔔 Subscribe for weekly retail insights!For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/pB45J7EFcCI #TyHaney #OutdoorVoices #FounderComeback #Activewear #DTC #BrandRevival #AthleisureThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

The home goods giant is back! In this segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Infios, Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne analyze Bed Bath & Beyond's return to Brick x Mortar retail, complete with their iconic coupons.But is nostalgia enough to succeed in today's crowded home furnishing market? Hear why Chris is "selling hard" on this comeback and Anne's take on whether there's still room for middle-tier home goods retailers.🔔 Subscribe for weekly retail insights!For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/pB45J7EFcCI #BedBathBeyond #RetailComeback #RetailNostalgia #BrickAndMortar #RetailStrategyThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Fashion meets artificial intelligence in the most controversial way possible! This segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Infios, Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital, explores the backlash Vogue faced for featuring AI-generated models in a Guess advertisement.Chris and Anne debate whether critics need to "take a chill pill" or if high fashion magazines should draw the line at artificial beauty. Discover the complex ethics of AI in fashion and what it means for brand authenticity in the digital age.🔔 Subscribe for weekly retail insights!For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/pB45J7EFcCI #VogueAI #FashionAI #AIModels #FashionControversy #DigitalModels #RetailEthicsThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Walmart is revolutionizing retail AI with their new "super agent" strategy! In this segment from the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Infios, Clear Demand, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne dive deep into how Walmart is consolidating dozens of AI agents into four specialized "super agents" for customers, employees, engineers, and suppliers.Discover why this consolidation strategy could be the future of retail AI and how Walmart's CEO-level commitment sets them apart from competitors. Plus, hear Chris's take on whether four agents is too many or just the right stepping stone to the ultimate single super agent.🔔 Subscribe for weekly retail insights!For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/pB45J7EFcCI #WalmartAI #SuperAgents #RetailTech #AIinRetail #CustomerService #RetailInnovationThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Meet Molly LaForest, whose father named a grape company after her when she was 12, and who's now disrupting the produce industry with Molly Pop - a brand creating 100% natural cold-pressed juices. Discover how they're pushing cross-merchandising in grocery stores by pairing specialty grapes with matching juices, and why their beet-cucumber blend is the fan favorite that's changing how grocery stores think about produce branding.🕒 TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - From 12-year-old namesake to Molly Pop founder1:15 - What is Molly Pop: candy grapes and bold flavors1:45 - How do you make grapes taste like strawberries?2:35 - Health positioning: real juice vs. concentrate4:35 - First-time juice launch at SpartanNash conference5:30 - Cross-merchandising strategy: grapes + juice sales boost6:53 - Disrupting generational produce industry practices8:47 - Product recommendations: beet-cucumber fan favoriteThanks to Simbe for making our Spartan Nash Conference coverage possible!#LollipopJuice #CandyGrapes #CottonCandyGrapes #ColdPressedJuice #ProduceBranding #CrossMerchandising #SpecialtyGrapes #NaturalJuice #ProduceInnovation #FarmersMarketThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Meet Christina Melillo, VP of Merchandising at Buehler's Fresh Foods, who started bagging groceries at 16 and worked her way up over 36 years. Discover how this Northeast Ohio ESOP chain competes with big box stores through local farmer partnerships, Amish auctions, and adapting to major trends like the protein boom driven by GLP-1 medications and preventative health focus.🕒 TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Christina's 36-year journey from bagger to VP1:00 - Buehler's: 14-store ESOP chain in Northeast Ohio since 19292:46 - Local sourcing advantage: Amish auctions and farmer relationships4:04 - Service differentiation: fresh donuts, meat cases, full-service floral5:17 - Major trends: protein revolution and hydration products5:55 - GLP-1 impact on merchandising and store layouts7:48 - Future opportunities in supplements and healthy living categories8:50 - Staying competitive: knowing customers by name in community storesThanks to Simbe for making our SpartanNash Conference coverage possible!#BuehlersFreshFoods #EmployeeOwned #ESOP #NortheastOhio #MerchandisingStrategy #LocalFarmers #ProteinTrends #GLP1Diet #CommunityGrocery #HealthyLivingThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy