Total Retail Talks
Total Retail
Total Retail Talks is for retail executives who crave the knowledge and insights needed to stay successful in today's fast-paced industry. Through engaging talks and focused interviews, listeners take away useful information and practical advice from a full roster of retail experts, influencers and leaders.
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Dec 2, 2024 • 26min
How EVEREST is Bringing its Home Storage 'Beautility' Vision to Life
On episode 470 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Heidi Hurst, head of product development and marketing at EVEREST, a new home organization and storage brand that elevates the potential of every room with stylish and customizable solutions. Listen in as Hurst describes the brand's product and its "beautility" vision to offer beauty…
Nov 18, 2024 • 22min
Why LVMH and TAG Heuer Launched an Apprenticeship Program in the US
In episode 468 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Gena Smith, chief human resources officer at LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, a leading luxury goods group, and Beatrice Goasglas, president of TAG Heuer Americas, a luxury timepiece brand. Listen in as Smith discusses why LVMH expanded its Métiers d’Excellence (ME) apprenticeship program in…
Nov 4, 2024 • 21min
Macy's Execs Share its Bold New Chapter in Menswear
In episode 467 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Emily Erusha-Hilleque, senior vice president of private brand, and Sam Archibald, general merchandise manager of apparel at Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy’s, Inc. and the style source for generations of customers. Listen in as Erusha-Hilleque and Archibald share why the retailer is…
Oct 31, 2024 • 10min
2024 Retail Technology Report Key Findings: AI Usage and Investments Trend Upward
In this bonus episode of Total Retail Talks, Total Retail's Kristina Stidham and Joe Keenan discuss the brand's recently released 2024 Retail Technology Report. Listen in to learn about this annual report, including how data is collected, key findings to emerge from this year’s survey of technology decision-makers from across the industry, and implications for…
Oct 21, 2024 • 33min
Northern Tool + Equipment Execs on its Witty New Marketing Strategy
In this discussion, Frank Croson, CMO at Northern Tool + Equipment, shares insights from his extensive background in retail marketing at major brands like Target and Best Buy. Joining him is Jim Nelson, a creative director known for work with iconic brands such as Harley Davidson and Porsche. They delve into Northern Tool's unique marketing strategy aimed at tradespeople, emphasizing humor and rugged identity. The duo explains how customer loyalty drives their advertising efforts and how they leverage relatable experiences to stand out in a competitive landscape.
