Commerce Corner
Welcome to "Commerce Corner," the podcast where retail innovation meets practical strategy. Join us, as we explore the dynamic world of digital commerce in the convenience retail industry. Each episode delves into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities facing retailers today, offering insights and actionable advice to help businesses thrive in the fast-paced digital marketplace.
From the rise of delivery services and the importance of unique product offerings to managing profitability and leveraging technology, "Commerce Corner" covers it all. Whether you're a retailer looking to expand your online presence, a tech enthusiast interested in the latest industry developments, or simply curious about the future of retail, this podcast is for you. Tune in for expert interviews, in-depth discussions, and practical tips to navigate the evolving landscape of digital commerce.
Episodes
17 episodes
Commerce Corner S2|E6: Peter Rasmussen from Convenience and Energy Advisors
In this episode of Commerce Corner, Lula Commerce sits down with Peter Rasmussen, Founder and CEO of Convenience and Energy Advisors, for a candid conversation about what is actually working (and what is quietly breaking) inside c-store loyalty...
Commerce Corner S2|E5: Brian Trout on C-Store M&A, Scaling Strategies, and Technology
In this episode of Commerce Corner, hosts Adit Gupta and Matt Kopyt sit down with Brian Trout, a convenience retail veteran who has scaled Yesway from concept to 150 stores in just three years via strategic acquisitions. Brian has held leadersh...
Commerce Corner S2|E4: Abigail Cerra from Chestnut Market
In this episode of Commerce Corner, Abigail Cerra, Director of Marketing, Loyalty, and Communications at Chestnut Market, joins Adit Gupta and Matt Kopyt to talk about what it really takes to build a loyalty program from the ground up.A...
Commerce Corner S2|E3: Tiffany Fraley from InConvenience, Inc.
In Episode 3 of Season 2 of Commerce Corner, we sit down with Tiffany Fraley, CEO of InConvenience Inc., to hear how she built a convenience store brand from scratch after spending her career in commercial real estate. Tiffany shar...
Commerce Corner S2|E2: Matt Van Gilder from NexChapter
In Episode 2 of Season 2 of Commerce Corner, we sit down with Matt Van Gilder of NexChapter to continue our series on technology roadmaps and digital execution in convenience retail.Matt shares how retailers can move from reacting to di...
Commerce Corner S2|E1: Rick Rigby from Atlantis Management Group
In the Season 2 premiere of Commerce Corner, we kick off our series on technology roadmaps with Rick Rigby, Chief Technology Officer at Atlantis Management Group.Rick takes us behind the scenes and shares how his team at Atlanti...
Commerce Corner S1|E11: Using AI to Cut Costs and Boost Profits in Convenience Retail
In Episode 11, Lula Commerce Co-founder and CEO, Adit Gupta, joins President and CRO, Justin Jackson, to share insights from recent industry events, highlighting retailers' growing concerns around rising operational expenses and shrinking margi...
Commerce Corner S1|E10: Kristin Sword on Digital Growth & Loyalty at Jacksons
In this episode of Commerce Corner, Justin Jackson sits down with Kristin Sword from Jacksons to discuss how the company is expanding its digital strategy. Kristin shares insights on launching a new mobile app, rolling out a loyalty program, an...
Commerce Corner S1|E9: Bill Kay on Private Equity, C-Store Consolidation, and Digital Growth
On this week’s episode of Commerce Corner, Justin Jackson and Adit Gupta sit down with private equity executive and investor Bill Kay to discuss the evolving landscape of the convenience store industry. Bill shares insights from over 25 years i...
Commerce Corner S1|E8: Leadership Lessons with Former 7-Eleven & Blockbuster CEO Jim Keyes
In this episode of Commerce Corner, host Justin Jackson sits down with Jim Keyes, former CEO of 7-Eleven and Blockbuster, to explore the transformative power of change, confidence, and clarity in leadership. Jim shares his "Three C's" framework...
Commerce Corner S1|E7: Top Convenience Store Trends for 2024
Welcome to Episode 7 of Commerce Corner, featuring Art Sebastian, CEO of NexChapter. Dive into the top trends reshaping the convenience retail industry in 2024, from retail consolidation through acquisitions to the growing prominence of retail ...
CommerceCorner S1|E6: Leveraging Data and AI for Growth
Our CEO Adit and President Justin discuss the increasing use of data from a variety of courses in making key decisions in retail. From actionable customer reviews to some of the newest technology coming on line powered by AI, data has become a ...
Commerce Corner S1|E5: Streamlining Operations to Drive Growth and Profitability
Two of our senior leaders, Justin & Graham, discuss Lula's approach to supporting our customers' success. Digital is far more than just "being" online. Partners choose Lula to tackle the many logistical hurdles of getting retail selec...
Commerce Corner S1|E4: with special guest Don Buck
Justin and Don discuss Don's history in convenience, the impact of Diversified Management Group (DMG) in helping C-Store operators excel, innovation in the space, and how important a focus on leadership is on overall success.
Commerce Corner S1|E3: Kyle Tooley of Tooley Oil on Rebranding, Loyalty, and Digital Transformation
In this episode of Commerce Corner, host Justin Jackson sits down with Kyle Tooley of Tooley Oil Company to discuss the evolution of their family business and the challenges and successes of rebranding their convenience stores under the new Mix...
Commerce Corner S1|E2: Are Convenience Stores still Convenient?
Lula leadership chats about the state of the convenience store today and how customers might evaluate the level of convenience. Thinking about customer "occasions" - the points in time or situations in which consumers behave one way vs another ...
Commerce Corner S1|E1: Digital Commerce in Convenience Retail
In the first episode of the Commerce Corner podcast from Lula Commerce, Adit Gupta, Co-founder and CEO at Lula Commerce, and Justin Jackson, CRO at Lula Commerce, discuss key considerations for convenience chains that are establishing a d...
