

WWD Voices
Fairchild Fashion Media
Welcome to WWD Voices, where you will find news, commentary, and industry insights as well as behind-the-scenes stories from the world of fashion apparel, retail, luxury, and beauty. Hosted by WWD editors with special guests.
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Nov 22, 2021 • 26min
Re-fining Data and Insights
Retail and fashion brands now have an unprecedented window onto when, where and how people shop. Consumer data is everywhere, but insights are hard to come by. Host Evan Clark of WWD interviews Velia Carboni, Chief Digital and Technology Officer of VF Corporation, the powerhouse owner of brands such as Supreme, Vans, The North Face and Timberland. They are joined by show host Arthur Zaczkiewicz of WWD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 15, 2021 • 26min
Re-engineering the Supply Chain
Fashion is moving fast to counter the tangle of disruptions caused by the pandemic. With factories shut down by COVID-19, ships backed up at ports and containers stuck on the wrong side of the world, the importance of the supply chain has come into sharp focus headed into the key holiday season. In this episode of WWD Voices, part of the Retail’s Responsible Reset Series with Accenture, hosts Evan Clark and Arthur Zaczkiewicz get the latest from Dennis Mullahy, chief supply chain officer at Macy's Inc.The bad news? The supply chain isn’t going to untangle anytime soon. The good news? Mullahy promises Santa will indeed make it to 34 Street this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 8, 2021 • 30min
Re-imagining the Workforce
Amid massive changes in the retail workforce, brands are not only rethinking how to retain workers but how to train them for long-term success. And that means taking a “people-centric” approach. In this episode of WWD Voices, and as part of the Retail’s Responsible Reset Series with Accenture, host Arthur Zaczkiewicz is in conversation with Joseph Taiano, Managing Director of Marketing for Consumer Industries at Accenture, and Sarah Dunn, Global Human Resources Officer at Tapestry, discussing current labor woes and why putting people first matters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 1, 2021 • 30min
Re-setting Customer Experience
In this new age of retail, companies are faced with new rules. Consumer preferences have changed, and they’re more demanding than ever. WWD Voices drills down into why retailers need to meet the customer where they are, and why it is critical to elevate the customer’s experience to make it more engaging and relevant. WWD Voices’ special guest is Peloton CMO Dara Treseder who will be interviewed by guest host Jill Standish of Accenture along with show host Arthur Zaczkiewicz of WWD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 25, 2021 • 30min
Re-setting Retail - State of the Industry
The global pandemic is forcing retailers to hit the reset button and reposition their brands for success. But how do you do it responsibly and with purpose, and in a way that engages consumers?In this premiere episode of WWD Voices, guest co-host Jill Standish of Accenture and host Arthur Zaczkiewicz of WWD are joined by Levi Strauss & Co. CEO Chip Bergh to discuss the current state of retail, how leaders can lead through change and how CEOs have evolved in their roles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices