Kantar Retail Sound Bites

In episode 54 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and the forecasted implications on the food and beverage industries with Leigh O'Donnell, head of shopper and category insights, and Patricia Gregory, global analytics lead, at Kantar. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Learn more about GLP-1, other injectable medication usage, and shopper attitudes in our latest study GLP-1 & Injectable Medications. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In episode 53 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss ten principles for customer-centric in-store communication with Andy Murray, Founder & CEO of bigQuest Advisory, Inc. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In episode 52 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss innovations found at the National Retail Federation: The Big Show 2024 with Amar Singh, senior director at Kantar. This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's principle economist, who provides an update on the current macroeconomic state and the impacts on retail. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In episode 51 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss challenger brand disruption, Kantar's Brand Glee research, and what was driving this growth in the Digital Age. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Find the Brand Glee report here: https://www.kantar.com/campaigns/brand-glee

In episode 50 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, review the top 5 Retail Sound Bites episodes for 2023. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. https://foodinstitute.com/foodservice/rash-of-restaurant-bankruptcies-festers/ https://www.modernretail.co/operations/ghost-kitchens-are-making-a-post-pandemic-pivot-to-survive/ https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/consumer-trends/cost-conscious-consumers-trade-down-restaurants-c-stores?utm_source=Marketo&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=NL_RB_Daily_12-04-23_09:00&LID=31047835&sp_eh=b916528510a241cbec1185fc235c72e6cf716cffb6f5a37ecbac71a5fe4804c8&mkt_tok=NTYxLVpOUC04OTcAAAGP1FSLxOpf0k4BB_D-b8vtIVfAoqcN3dlb3jbG_ceS2nVzEoJ01zREmrXBUjcvwLgq4ybFfBUd_TDii4uPklfGzA864QCywnfC_eXxT6-oCxINUIsx https://www.cnbc.com/2023/12/11/macys-receives-5point8-billion-buyout-offer-sources-say.html​ https://www.retailtouchpoints.com/topics/market-news/investors-propose-to-take-macys-private-with-5-8-billion-buyout-bid https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/the-rise-of-temus-chinese-parent-will-reshape-e-commerce-439c7c1b?mod=retail_more_article_pos5 https://www.retaildive.com/news/retail-ceo-executive-exits/699514/

In episode 49 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the current landscape and future forecasts of Latin American retail Willem Schol, Board of Director Member, Management Consultant and Founder and President of America Retail, and David Marcotte, SVP, at Kantar. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/black-friday-spending-was-strong-how-people-pay-for-gifts-is-upending-retailers-e783ba2e?mod=retail_news_article_pos1 https://www.cbc.ca/news/business/some-retailers-scaling-back-self-checkouts-1.7034047 https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/24/business/what-is-black-friday.html https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/consumer-trends/lower-grocery-inflation-pulling-consumers-away-restaurants-study-finds Instacart Debuts New Discovery Tools for Emerging Brands | Progressive Grocer https://www.reuters.com/breakingviews/brandings-corporate-titans-face-moment-truth-2023-11-22/​

GLP-1 drugs are gaining popularity as an innovative solution to weight loss. With almost 43% of the US population being obese, this presents a strategic opportunity for the healthcare industry. Only 20% of Semaglutide users experience side effects, and the significant advertising spending by Rx manufacturers is driving demand for this new class of weight loss drugs. In episode 48 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss GLP-1 medications and their influence on the retail landscape with nurse practitioners Leslie Thomas and Cathy Watkins lead the Signature Image Medical Spa in Atlanta, GA. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn https://www.signatureimageatlanta.com/ OpenAI's new GPTs now let uses create custom versions of ChatGPT www.openai.com Viral streamer partners with Kellogg's veteran to launch BFY snack company https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/food/2023/11/13/twitch-streamer-pokimane-launches-myna-snacks/71136108007/ ​Pizza Hut's 'Your Mood, Your Pizza' campaign uses AI to suggest items www.dominos.com https://www.wsj.com/business/ozempic-impact-snack-food-companies-9eec87e5?mod=retail_more_article_pos45 https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/13/business/self-checkout-stores-shopping/index.html https://www.cnbc.com/2023/11/10/amazon-top-fresh-exec-says-store-reopenings-part-of-grocery-revamp.html

In episode 47 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the Sam Walton College of Business' new retail media networks research study and the reports findings with Andy Murray, CEO of bigQuest, and Dr. Rodney Thomas, Director of the Undergraduate Supply Chain Management Program and an Associate Professor of Supply Chain Management in the Walton College of Business at the University of Arkansas. Read the report here: https://walton.uark.edu/customer-centric-leadership/blog/retail-media-networks-2023.php#downloady Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In episode 46 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Baby Boomers, snacking and breakfast occasions, loyalty, and more with Julia Wilkinson, Head of Insights, and Melissa Davies, Director, Consumer Insights, at Kellanova. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Our white paper details the six retail themes identified for navigating a path to growth during a period of economic volatility and rapid digital acceleration. Dive into each theme with greater detail and clear, actionable implications. Download here: https://www.kantar.com/campaigns/retail-in-2024-and-beyond https://www.wsj.com/real-estate/commercial/strip-malls-are-the-new-king-of-retail-real-estate-313c885c https://www.pymnts.com/news/retail/2023/walmart-debuts-117-remodeled-stores-modern-highly-connected-design/ https://www.retaildive.com/news/ups-acquires-happy-returns-reverse-logistics/697958/ https://www.grocerydive.com/news/sprouts-debuts-private-label-holiday-line/698022/ Unlocking value in CPG and retail: The role of AI factories (kantarretailiq.com)

In episode 45 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss best-in-class customer marketing and innovation in the beverage alcohol industry with Erin Hannon, Senior Director, Customer Marketing and Activation at the E&J Gallo Winery. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Our white paper details the six retail themes identified for navigating a path to growth during a period of economic volatility and rapid digital acceleration. Dive into each theme with greater detail and clear, actionable implications. Download here: https://retailiq.kantar.com/retail2024whitepaper https://www.cnbc.com/2023/10/16/rite-aid-files-for-bankruptcy-amid-slowing-sales-opioid-litigation.html​ https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/rite-aid-bankruptcy-filing-opioid-a7e9ffe5?mod=retail_news_article_pos1 https://www.npr.org/2023/10/14/1205971022/netflix-house-brick-and-mortar-locations https://www.nytimes.com/2023/10/15/business/goodwill-goodwillfinds-ecommerce.html?searchResultPosition=1 Walmart Connect Introduces Academy Ad Certification | Progressive Grocer Tirzepatide Weight Loss Patients Lost 64 Lbs. on Average: Study (insider.com) Gen Z's affordability crisis and the CPG brand impact (kantarretailiq.com)

In episode 44 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss DE&I initiatives and innovation with Kent Montgomery, Senior Vice President, Industry Relations & Multicultural Development at PepsiCo, North America. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Coles introduces body-worn cameras to fight theft and violence in stores | news.com.au — Australia's leading news site Britain's shoplifting spree forces retailers to fund police crackdown (afr.com) SAM I am: Security robot roams the sidewalks at Crocker Park - cleveland.com https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/14/technology/instacart-public-ads.html?searchResultPosition=20 https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/walmart-goes-all-in-on-africa-147e6ef0?mod=retail_more_article_pos6 https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-announces-prime-big-deal-days-2023-date​ https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-big-deal-days-faq

In episode 43 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss expanding omnichannel capabilities, AI's impact to the digital shelf, DTC, and more with Vince Jones, SVP, General Manager and Head of Ecommerce at PepsiCo. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/14/technology/instacart-public-ads.html?searchResultPosition=20 https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/walmart-goes-all-in-on-africa-147e6ef0?mod=retail_more_article_pos6 https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-announces-prime-big-deal-days-2023-date​ https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-prime-big-deal-days-faq

In episode 42 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss consumer-first approach to brand management, sustainability, and more with Cherie Leonard, Director of Insights, North America at Colgate-Palmolive. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn https://adage.com/article/marketing-news-strategy/gen-zs-cpg-buying-habits-and-ad-preferences-revealed-tinuiti-study/2512616?utm_source=ad-age-wake-up-call-thursday&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20230823&utm_content=hero-headline https://www.consumeraffairs.com/finance/comparing-the-costs-of-generations.html https://www.restaurantdive.com/news/late-night-traffic-rising-fast-food-chains/691853/ https://www.tennessean.com/story/money/2023/09/05/why-tennessee-based-tractor-supply-co-plans-to-open-100s-more-stores/70605091007/​ https://www.wsj.com/business/retail/tractor-supply-won-over-city-slickers-now-it-needs-to-keep-themand-farmers-e97ed4fa?mod=retail_news_article_pos2 https://www.cnbc.com/2023/09/01/walgreens-ceo-roz-brewer-steps-down.html​ https://www.nytimes.com/2023/09/01/business/rosalind-brewer-walgreens.html?searchResultPosition=1

In episode 41 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of the CPG and retail industries with John Carroll, President of Acosta Group's Digital Commerce and Advanced Analytics. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Kantar's Retail Media Networks Benchmarking Study https://progressivegrocer.com/qr-codes-family-dollar-help-shoppers-make-better-self-care-decisions https://www.wsj.com/articles/amazon-cuts-dozens-of-house-brands-as-it-battles-costs-regulators-3f6ad56d?page=1 https://finance.yahoo.com/news/retail-theft-walmart-home-depot-target-detail-unacceptable-amount-of-crime-172928039.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAALw_DxlKfP_eU6cy5dzfAUcZk1ClzFej62SgRbewCdrC2LP42gqaKZ_pgIhCQWpRW9o7m2Fm1Nr5OZSngwMvVZBYXJTlSn00j_U2cx9pxhWY8_YUl6Bf9pRpL7BkA7tdMmGk9DuuBhlrXkSrqru2ZgXNT_-aNauqo4AbtfYfRtw7 https://www.wsj.com/business/hospitality/kraft-heinz-sees-a-25-billion-opportunity-it-starts-with-lunchables-372fb82f?mod=business_lead_pos1 Dollar General expanding produce availability, extending Feeding America partnership | Produce News (theproducenews.com) https://www.barchart.com/story/news/19016406/fujitsu-deploys-ai-customer-service-solution-for-field-trials-at-supermarket-chain-in-japan

In episode 40 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss how to lead a successful challenger brand with Bruce Kramer, SVP, North American Consumer Division, Wahl Clipper. Kantar's principal economist Doug Hermanson also joins for Commerce Compass, providing real-time macroeconomic updates in retail. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn P&G Trimming SKUs As Part of Collaborative Commerce Strategy | Consumer Goods Technology More consumers are shopping multiple grocers to find the lowest prices, report finds | Grocery Dive Does Sam Altman Know What He's Creating? - The Atlantic https://www.cnbc.com/2023/08/01/walmart-pushes-into-in-stores-advertising-as-new-revenue-driver.html https://www.cnn.com/2023/08/01/tech/amazon-clinic-expands-nationwide/index.html https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/retail/amazon-clinic-available-nationwide https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucejapsen/2023/08/01/amazons-latest-healthcare-expansion-virtual-clinic-expands-nationwide/?sh=419d529d7e34 Franklin Kroger converts to full self-checkout. Would you want this at yours? (newschannel5.com) https://www.grocerydive.com/news/kroger-converts-tennessee-store-self-checkout-only/689169/#:~:text=Kroger%20converted%20a%20store%20in,said%20Lauren%20Bell%2C%20the%20spokesperson.

In episode 39 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss shopper marketing and Field Agent, solutions let you audit stores, drive trial, generate reviews, and connect with shoppers, with CEO and co-founder Rick West. Kantar's principal economist Doug Hermanson also joins for Commerce Compass, providing real-time macroeconomic updates in retail. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Four digital strategies accelerating private label growth (kantarretailiq.com) Field Agent | Solutions for Today's Retail Challenges https://www.linkedin.com/posts/consulting-by-kantar_four-digital-strategies-accelerating-private-activity-7086710048432783361-tLil?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop https://plumshop.com/p/shop?utm_campaign=Podcasts&utm_source=Kantar%20July%2023%20Podcast

In episode 38 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, take on Prime Day 2023 with guests Anna Brennan, senior analysts, Paida Mugudubi, global head of retailer insights, and Colombe Bommelaer, senior director of category insights at Kantar. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In episode 37 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss recent retail trends and innovations in the Eastern European markets with Natasa Djurdjevic. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Roda Mega Store, Belgrade Serbia – One of the most innovative merchandising stores in the world.

In episode 36 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss recent trends in restaurants, snacking, and food service featuring Sunny Khamkar, Cofounder and CEO at Zaru. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Read Barry and Sunny's most recent blog: 10 headlines from the 2023 National Restaurant Association show (kantarretailiq.com)

In episode 35 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the power of data science and retail media for FMCGs with guest Paul Winsor, vice president at Snowflake. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn https://news.yahoo.com/costco-winning-war-against-rising-203300186.html https://www.cnbc.com/2023/05/15/amazon-is-focusing-on-using-ai-to-get-stuff-delivered-to-you-faster.html https://www.cnbc.com/2023/05/26/tiktok-shop-a-rising-threat-to-shopee-and-lazada-in-southeast-asia.html Jack in the Box says drive-thru prototype outperforms targets https://adage.com/article/marketing-news-strategy/10-most-trusted-brands-and-why-gen-zs-trust-hard-earn/2496626?utm_source=ad-age-wake-up-call-wednesday&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=20230523&utm_content=hero-headline https://p2pi.com/absolut-creates-cocktails-inspired-canadian-neighborhoods-using-ai

In episode 34 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of the digital shelf with guests Chris Perry, chief learning officer, and Oskar Kaszubski, chief growth officer, of firstmovr. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Hy-Vee unveils $99-per-month health and wellness subscription | Grocery Dive https://www.pymnts.com/news/loyalty-and-rewards-news/2023/more-than-half-restaurant-customers-now-use-loyalty-programs/ https://vegworldmag.com/love-life-restaurant-opens-in-los-angeles-as-part-of-new-immersive-health-wellness-brand/ https://www.retaildive.com/news/Costco-Walmart-Biden-supply-chain-data-exchange/650187/ https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/02/business/china-luxury-spending.html?searchResultPosition=9 https://www.retaildive.com/news/Costco-Walmart-Biden-supply-chain-data-exchange/650187/

In episode 33 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss learnings from the 2023 NACDS Conference, including health and wellness trends, partnerships with pharmacies, innovations from Walmart and Instacart, and much more. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Edeka vows to put shoppers ahead of brands (kantarretailiq.com) https://www.nrn.com/consumer-trends/mcdonald-s-wallet-share-doubles-among-teenagers-two-years Walmart: Vendors Prefer Negotiating With Chatbot | PYMNTS.com https://www.cnbc.com/2023/04/26/target-rolls-out-curbside-returns-as-sales-growth-slows.html https://techcrunch.com/2023/04/28/amazon-working-improved-llm-to-power-alexa/ https://www.retaildive.com/news/ikea-new-store-formats/648706/

In episode 30 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the lately research in shopper insights. This episode also features Doug Hermanson, Kantar's principal economist, to provide perspective into the macroeconomic world of today. Also featured is Leigh O'Donnell, Kantar's head of shopper and category insights, to discuss recent innovations in shopper research at Kantar. Have a topic you'd like to have covered? Contact us: Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn https://kriq.kantarretailiq.com/en/p-iq/insights/blogs/how-cpg-sales-teams-can-leverage-generative-ai-today https://www.retaildive.com/news/50k-stores-may-close-2027-ubs/647392/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Issue:%202023-04-12%20Retail%20Dive%20Newsletter%20%5Bissue:49574%5D&utm_term=Retail%20Dive https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/skipthedishes-launches-inflation-cookbook-canada-s-first-ever-ai-powered-tool-to-provide-canadians-with-healthier-food-options-for-less-801507277.html https://www.fastcompany.com/90881131/the-pandemic-led-to-a-resurgence-of-independent-retail https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/18/business/apple-stores-india-tim-cook.html https://www.wsj.com/articles/whole-foods-market-explores-building-off-site-kitchens-to-supply-food-bars-4ca144d4

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: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] 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: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] 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: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] 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: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] 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: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] 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 [email protected]. 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: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] 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 [email protected]. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] 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 [email protected]. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] 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

In episode #21 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss eCommerce opportunities with DTC. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Disney+, Pinduoduo, and Aussie supermarket chain Drakes. This episode also features Francesca Hahn, Vice President, U.S. eCommerce and Direct to Consumer for Mondelēz International, a global company leading the future of snacking. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Take a look at Jack in the Box's new prototype (restaurantbusinessonline.com) How Aussie supermarket chain Drakes is targeting 'climatarian' shoppers - Inside Retail Why restaurants could become the country's electric vehicle charging network (restaurantbusinessonline.com) How two conveniences stores are optimizing their delivery by prioritizing customer experience over speed (retailbrew.com) https://www.wsj.com/articles/disney-to-offer-toy-and-merchandise-deals-via-disney-app-11667275016 https://www.cnbc.com/2022/10/31/bytedance-pinduoduo-launch-overseas-e-commerce-sites-in-challenge-to-amazon.html

In episode #20 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the growth of conversation commerce. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on McDonald's labor challenges, Nordstom, and 'Best Before' labels. This episode also features Blu Atwood, Co-founder and CEO of Textual, to discuss conversation commerce.

In episode #19 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the evolution of shopper marketing in the influence of retail media. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Tesco, new subscription programs, Deliveroo, and more. This episode also features April Carlisle, EVP, Commerce at Spark Foundry to discuss shopper marketing in context with retail media. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn Tesco links executive director bonuses to halving food waste by 2025 (grocerygazette.co.uk) P.F. Chang's is launching a subscription program | CNN Business Deliveroo Hop launches first physical grocery store with Morrisons | News | The Grocer https://www.wsj.com/articles/micro-warehouse-provider-pivots-as-retail-consumer-market-shifts-11664357402 https://www.nytimes.com/2022/09/28/business/lululemon-mirror-membership.html https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-10-03/get-it-right-or-pay-the-price-retailers-punish-vendor-missteps

In episode #18 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the importance of and strategies behind retail media. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Starbucks investor day, Ocado, Patagonia, and more. This episode also features Cara Pratt, senior vice president, Kroger Precision Marketing, to discuss all things retail media such as strategies and innovations in the space. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In episode #17 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the leadership prinicples and opportunities for individual and team growth. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Subway's subscription service, flexitarian eating in Asia, and more. This episode also features Susan Gambardella, president of north america at Kimberly Clark Professional, to discuss personal development and career navigation. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In episode #16 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the future of global commerce. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Asda's new loyalty program, TikTok shopping ads, Us retail's steady rate, and more. This episode also features Simon Miles, VP of Global Omnichannel Commercial Strategy at the Coca-Cola Company to disucss the future of global commerce trends. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In episode #15 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the digital shelf. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on Australia's new value-based supermarket, TikTok sells fresh food, 7-Eleven acquires Skipcart, and more. This episode also features Doug Straton, chief customer evangelist, and Zarina Stanford, chief marketing officer, of Bazaarvoice to disucss rethinking the digital shelf and the importance of UGC content. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In Episode #14 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the power of Gen Z and social media powerhouse TikTok. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on the Nike Style, Domino's delivery woes, Target expanding delivery hubs, and more. This episode also features Kelsey Arnold, head of partnerships, and Lauren Hector, vice president of marketing services, both of Kyra Media, who provide expert insights into the world of social media marketing and next-gen consumers. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In Episode #13 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Amazon Prime Day. Also, get timely news and notes in retail on the BurgerFi-Gopuff delivery partnership, inventory hurdles, Walmart's backing down from Prime Day, and more. This episode also features Kantar's Celia Van Wickel, senior director of digital commerce, and Hadi Abrishamchian, head of North American retail insights at HP, who provide expert insights into Amazon's Prime Day promotions. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In Episode #12 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the rise of VR and cutting-edge assortment technology. Also, get timely news and notes in retail, including Lowe's technology, McDonald's franchisee agreements, Canada's ban of single use plastic, and more. This episode also features Kantar's Eric Stenbroten, senior director perfect category and Geoff Wissman, direct perfect category solutions, to discuss recent innovations in assortment and category management technology. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. News & Notes: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/21/canada-is-banning-single-use-plastics-by-the-end-of-the-year-.html https://www.instacart.com/company/updates/expanding-with-walmart-canada-to-launch-a-new-virtual-convenience-store-powered-by-instacart-platform/ https://www.getthegloss.com/news/john-lewis-botox-injectables-tweakments-cavendish-clinic McDonald's is toughening its franchise ownership standards (restaurantbusinessonline.com) Kantar Retail Blogs https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/21/lowes-expands-into-the-metaverse-with-a-tool-to-help-visualize-projects.html Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

In Episode #11 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the rise and demand of healthy snacking occassions across retailers and restaurants. Also, get timely news and notes in retail, including drive-thru expectations, Apple's buy and pay later program, and retailers drowning in inventory. This episode also features Kantar's Renata de Moura, senior director of Kantar's Shopper and Category Insights, to discuss recent innovations and shopper demands in terms of healthy snacking. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. News & Notes: Fast-casual customers are starting to expect a drive-thru (restaurantbusinessonline.com) Panera opens first digital-only restaurant | Restaurant Dive Femsa plans hundreds new OXXO stores across Latin America (labsnews.com) https://www.wsj.com/articles/apple-goes-deeper-into-finance-with-buy-now-pay-later-offering-11654939801?mod=article_inline Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn https://www.forbes.com/sites/stevendennis/2022/06/07/too-much-of-a-goods-thing-retailers-are-drowning-in-inventory/?sh=688f872612fd https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/11/simon-property-ceo-aims-to-create-new-sales-event-as-inflation-surges.html

In Episode #10 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss the hottest club channel trends. Also, get timely news and notes in retail, including eBay's new brick and mortar sneaker store, quick delivery layoffs, and more. This episode also features Kantar's leading industry experts Taylor Galland, club channel expert, as well as Julie Craig and Eleonor Thatcher from our Shopper Insights team, to discuss recent innovations happening in club. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. News & Notes: https://www.wsj.com/articles/shoppers-are-fretting-stores-are-listening-11653710450 https://www.cnbc.com/2022/05/26/rapid-grocery-delivery-start-ups-getir-gorillas-slash-jobs.html https://www.marketwatch.com/story/phew-costco-absolutely-positively-is-not-lifting-the-price-of-its-1-50-hot-dog-11653641402 eBay Is Launching a Sneaker Authentication Centre in Canada | Complex CA

In Episode #9 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, senior retail thought leader, and Rachel Dalton, head of retail insights, discuss Kantar's just-released US retail forecast. Also get timely news and notes in retail, including elevating online grocery, female CMOs, and Tesco meal deals. This episode also features Kantar's leading industry experts Karl Berner, Amar Singh, Simon Johnstone, Celia Van Wickel, and Karen Kelso who discuss some of the trends driving Kantar's new five-year US retail forecast. Have a topic you would like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. News & Notes: 3 ways grocers are elevating online order picking in their stores | Grocery Dive What retail gets right—and wrong—about Gen Z, according to a Gen Z investor (retailbrew.com) Female CMOs overtake male ones for the first time, report says | Retail Dive 'This has pushed me over the edge': Workers' despair as Tesco puts price of £3 Meal Deal up by 50p | Daily Mail Online Krispy Kreme finds that Twix can lift sales (restaurantbusinessonline.com) To simplify resales, Samsøe Samsøe sews QR codes into its garments (trendwatching.com) Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

Episode #8 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosts Barry Thomas, Senior Retail Thought Leader, and Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights, explore our top ten insights post NACDS 2022 Annual Conference. In this session, Barry and Rachel also cover timely news and notes in retail, including Panera's new subscription service, Meta(verse) meets brick and mortar, Tesco's move to accelerate progress on plastic reduction, and more. Have a topic you'd like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected]. Kantar's Top 10 Insights from NACDS 22' Blog News & Notes: Panera Bread expands its coffee subscription program to all beverages Carrefour launches its first Bio store in Dubai Tesco to delist products that fail to comply .. .. Victoria's Secret is taking its beauty business to Amazon in its first-ever wholesale test Facebook is opening its first showroom to sell VR headsets Gopuff Does Deliveries in 30 Minutes or Less. It's Also Buying Time for Itself. Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's LinkedIn Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's LinkedIn

Episode #7 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosted Barry Thomas, Senior Retail Thought Leader, and Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights, explores the post-COVID retail landscape and effects on shopper dynamics. In this session, Barry and Rachel cover timely news and notes in retail, including rising restaurant prices, Target and ThredUp partnership, lululemon expanding resale program nationwide, and more. Also, guest speaker Leigh O'Donnell, Head of Shopper and Category Insights, joins the conversation to discuss COVID's lasting implications on retail and shoppers. Have a topic you'd like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected] Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's Linkedin Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's Linkedin Leigh's contact information: [email protected] Leigh's LinkedIn

Episode #6 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosted Barry Thomas, Senior Retail Thought Leader, and Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights, explore discount and value retailers. In this session, Barry and Rachel cover timely news and notes in retail, including Five-Below projections, B2E, Aldi's growth, and much more. Also, guest speaker Simon Johnstone, Senior Director of Retail Insights, joins the conversation to discuss lower income shopper behavior and retailers. Have a topic you'd like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected] Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's Linkedin Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's Linkedin Simon's contact information: [email protected] Simon's LinkedIn

Episode #5 of Kantar's Retail Sound Bites, hosted Barry Thomas, Senior Retail Thought Leader, and Rachel Dalton, Head of Retail Insights, explores category leadership among global retailers. In this session, Barry and Rachel cover timely news and notes in retail, including Starbucks CEO retiring, Aldi and Lidl growing faster than any other UK retailer, the co-created scalp care brand by Unilever and Walmart, and more. Also, guest speaker Lauren Winkler, Vice President, Head of Category Insights, joins the conversation to discuss category leadership and the future of category management. Have a topic you'd like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected] Have a topic you'd like to see us cover? Share your request by emailing [email protected] Barry's contact information: [email protected] Barry's Linkedin Rachel's contact information: [email protected] Rachel's Linkedin Lauren's contact information: [email protected] Lauren's LinkedIn