Retail Relates
Welcome to Retail Relates — where commerce gets personal.
Each episode brings you inside the world of global commerce — across retail, consumer services, hospitality, and brand marketing — through powerful human stories and the ever-evolving forces shaping what we buy, why we buy, and how we connect.
From entrepreneurs and icons to industry veterans and rising changemakers, we spotlight those redefining how people lead, create, and connect in a fast-moving world.
Hosted by our roundtable of industry experts, we offer a 360° view of the marketplace through honest conversations, lived experience, and practical insights that resonate.
Let’s get started — this is where the story of modern commerce comes to life.
Episodes
19 episodes
Supply Chain Networks and Personal Networking: A Conversation with Guy Courtin
What happens behind the scenes to get that package to your doorstep? Guy Courtin pulls back the curtain on the hidden world of retail logistics in this eye-opening conversation about supply chain innovation, technology adoption, and what consum...
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Season 1
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Episode 119
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56:44
Transformation at the Intersection of Retail and Services: A Conversation with Liz Allison
Where does true retail innovation happen today? According to Liz Allison, CEO of luxury salon and spa brand Tricoci, it's happening at the intersection of experience and commerce.Liz's remarkable journey from JCPenney retail trainee...
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Season 1
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Episode 118
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55:40
Customizing a Sustainable Future in Manufacturing: A Conversation with Roger Lee
In this captivating episode, we sit down with Roger Lee, the visionary CEO of TAL Manufacturing. With decades of experience in the garment industry, Roger provides a unique insight into how TAL Manufacturing integrates sustainability into its c...
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Season 1
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Episode 117
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56:10
Building Connections and Curiosity in Modern Retail: A Conversation with Dominick Miserandino
What if the future of retail isn't just about selling products but about building deep, meaningful connections? Join us as we welcome Dominick Miserandino, CEO of RetailWire, who opens up about his unique journey through digital media and moder...
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Season 1
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Episode 116
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47:55
Mastering Customer Strategy and Marketing Leadership: A Conversation with Sheryl Adkins-Green
Discover how Sheryl Adkins-Green, a seasoned business executive, turned her diverse career experiences into a leadership and brand strategy masterclass. From her early retail days to her transformative roles at Kraft Foods, Citigroup, and event...
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Season 1
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Episode 115
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42:08
Transforming Global Retail through Innovative Intelligence: A Conversation with Deborah Weinswig
Discover how a childhood surrounded by intellectual conversations and the influence of a trailblazing mother in finance shaped the charismatic Deborah Weinswig, founder and CEO of Coresight Research. Her aspirations, from being a doctor to disc...
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Season 1
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Episode 114
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52:24
Building Teams to Lead Retail Transformation: A Conversation with Theo Killion
Join us for an inspiring journey with Theo Killion, a remarkable leader who transformed his life from a coal mining town in West Virginia to the pinnacle of retail success as a public company CEO. Theo’s story is a testament to resilience and a...
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Season 1
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Episode 113
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50:14
Empowering Change Through Reimagining Food Culture: A Conversation with Jamie Crummie
Jamie Crummie, the dynamic co-founder of Too Good To Go, joins us to share his transformative journey from a legal career to pioneering a global movement against food waste. Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation that promises to revea...
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Season 1
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Episode 112
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48:55
Fashion Collaborations and Global Impact: A Conversation with Stacy Igel
Stacy Igel, the visionary behind the brand Boy Meets Girl, takes us on an exhilarating journey through her impressive career in fashion. Discover how Stacey's entrepreneurial spirit was kindled at a young age, from helping her mother at trade s...
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Season 1
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Episode 111
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45:55
Transforming Hospitality with People and Technology: A Conversation with Sherif Mityas
Prepare to be inspired by Sherif Mityas, the innovative mind who transformed TGI Fridays with AI before it was even a buzzword. Discover how Sherif's journey from aerospace engineering to becoming the CEO of Brix Holdings, which includes belove...
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Season 1
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Episode 110
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34:47
Fostering Innovation in a Modern Retail Organization: A Conversation with Andy Laudato
Curious about what it takes to stay ahead in the fast-paced world of retail and technology? Andrew Laudato, COO of Vitamin Shoppe, joins us to uncover the secrets behind his transformative career journey, from pivotal college decisions to navig...
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Season 1
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Episode 109
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39:30
Balancing Art, Science, and Leadership in Retail: A Conversation with Deirdre Fitzgerald
Discover the compelling journey of Deirdre Fitzgerald, President of International for Knitwell Group, as she takes you through her inspiring career in retail. From her initial days at Bloomingdale's through her transformative experiences at New...
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Season 1
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Episode 108
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44:17
Global Retail Development from Concept to Market: A Conversation with Liza Amlani
Ever wondered how a global retail strategist balances the fine line between human touch and cutting-edge technology? Join us as we sit down with Liza, the dynamic co-founder of Retail Strategy Group, to uncover secrets from her illustrious care...
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Season 1
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Episode 107
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47:05
Balancing Authenticity and Innovation in Marketing: A Conversation with Doug Zarkin
What happens when you mix high-energy marketing genius with raw authenticity? You get Doug Zarkin. Today, we're bringing you an inspiring conversation with Doug Zarkin, the marketing mastermind behind heavy-hitting brands like Pearl Vision a...
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Season 1
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Episode 106
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34:54
The Power of Empathy and Authentic Leadership: A Conversation with Ron Thurston
What if retail could be more than just a job? Join us on Retail Relates as we chat with Ron Thurston, co-founder of Ossy and best-selling author of Retail Pride, to uncover the secrets of turning a retail career into a passion-driven journe...
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Season 1
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Episode 105
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44:00
Navigating Global Retail Trends and Customer Behavior: A Conversation with Ghalia Boustani
Can European retailers teach their American counterparts a thing or two about customer service? Join us as we uncover insights from Ghalia Boustani, PhD, a leading retail expert based in Paris, who has a wealth of knowledge about the future of ...
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Season 1
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Episode 104
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47:28
Revolutionizing The Customer Journey & Experience: A Conversation With Melissa Gonzalez
What happens when you mix Wall Street savvy with creative retail innovation? In this episode, Melissa Gonzalez, principal at MG2, takes us through her extraordinary career journey. From navigating the aftermath of 9-11 to pioneering the inte...
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Season 1
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Episode 103
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44:38
Optimizing Retail Success With Data & Analytics: A Conversation With Matt Salmonson
Curious about what it takes to thrive in the retail industry? Get ready to hear from Matt Salmonson, Head of Inventory and Forecasting at Quince, as he shares his journey from a college job at a local department store to holding senior posit...
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Season 1
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Episode 102
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41:39
A Journey of Bold Choices and Marketing Mastery: A Conversation with Margaret Molloy
What pivotal decisions shape a successful career in marketing? Join us for an enlightening conversation with the esteemed Margaret Molloy, a global CMO and marketing expert, as she shares her fascinating career journey. Margaret discusses th...
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Season 1
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Episode 101
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39:24
