The RetailWire Podcast

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Jun 2026

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Welcome to The RetailWire Podcast, the show that gives you the latest insights and analysis from the world of retail, straight from some of the industry's top thought leaders.Each episode, we'll explore the latest news, trends, and challenges facing retailers, brands, and retail tech solutions.Whether you're a retailer looking to stay ahead of the curve, or a supplier trying to navigate the ever-changing retail landscape, we’ve got you covered.

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June 3, 202628 min

How AI Is Reshaping Retail Operations and Decision-Making

This session explores what it actually means to make AI a core operational capability in retail. From decision-making at the edge to organizational agility, we unpack why the next competitive advantage won’t come from more tools — but from how businesses are fundamentally designed to operate with AI. Retail is moving faster. Most operating models aren’t. Retailers are experimenting with AI across the business. But in many cases, the way decisions are made hasn’t changed! 🤝 By RetailWire, the retail industry’s premier news and discussion platform, delivering daily insights, expert analysis, and real-world perspectives from top retail leaders through its BrainTrust community.To stay ahead of the latest trends shaping retail, visit RetailWire and join a global network of retail decision-makers: https://retailwire.com/👉 For partnerships, interviews, and media opportunities, talk to us!contact@retailwire.comlinkedin.com/company/retailwire/    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 3, 202631 min

AI as a Foundation, not as a Feature in Retail

An exclusive interview exploring why leading retailers are rethinking AI as a core driver of operational transformation! 🤝 With Mariya Zorotovich, General Manager of Consumer Industries at Intel. In a market flooded with AI solutions, the real question isn’t if you adopt AI—it’s how. This exclusive conversation breaks down the strategic shift from incremental AI adoption to full operational transformation, and what it takes to build long-term agility, smarter decision-making, and customer-centric growth. Retail’s next transformation will come from how AI reshapes operations. The greatest value of AI comes when it shapes how businesses think, adapt, and grow. Many organizations are exploring how AI can improve speed, decision-making, and customer experiences. The next opportunity is understanding how AI can support greater agility, adaptability, and long-term business growth. 🤝 By RetailWire, the retail industry’s premier news and discussion platform, delivering daily insights, expert analysis, and real-world perspectives from top retail leaders through its BrainTrust community.To stay ahead of the latest trends shaping retail, visit RetailWire and join a global network of retail decision-makers: https://retailwire.com/👉 For partnerships, interviews, and media opportunities, talk to us!contact@retailwire.comlinkedin.com/company/retailwire/    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 30, 202633 min

The Future of AI in Retail: Discovery to Checkout

In this episode, Lavina Suthenthiran speaks with Tarek Müller, co-founder and CEO of About You and SCAYLE, about how AI is reshaping every stage of commerce. From the shift in product discovery away from traditional search toward AI assistants, to the potential for in-conversation purchasing, they explore what this means for brands, platforms, and margins. The conversation also covers how retailers can adapt their content and data strategies for AI visibility, the evolving roles of ecosystems like Amazon and Google, and why brand websites still matter in an AI-driven world. Finally, they discuss how AI is transforming retail operations and what it means for the future of work. 🤝 By RetailWire, the retail industry’s premier news and discussion platform, delivering daily insights, expert analysis, and real-world perspectives from top retail leaders through its BrainTrust community.To stay ahead of the latest trends shaping retail, visit RetailWire and join a global network of retail decision-makers: https://retailwire.com/👉 For partnerships, interviews, and media opportunities, talk to us!contact@retailwire.comlinkedin.com/company/retailwire/    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 12, 202531 min

Inside the 2025 Holiday Shopper's Mind

With 83% of shoppers now willing to let algorithms help them select presents, and nearly three-quarters trusting AI as much as a friend, retailers face both new challenges and unprecedented opportunities. We’ll unpack what this means for marketers navigating tighter budgets, shorter shopping windows, and evolving definitions of “value.”From building emotional connections in an automated world to creating standout experiences that matter, this session will offer timely insights into how brands can stay relevant, human, and ahead of the curve this holiday season. 🤝 By RetailWire, the retail industry’s premier news and discussion platform, delivering daily insights, expert analysis, and real-world perspectives from top retail leaders through its BrainTrust community.To stay ahead of the latest trends shaping retail, visit RetailWire and join a global network of retail decision-makers: https://retailwire.com/👉 For partnerships, interviews, and media opportunities, talk to us!contact@retailwire.comlinkedin.com/company/retailwire/    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 5, 20256 min

The Future of Responsible Retail

In this episode we explore how responsible sourcing and surplus management are helping retailers and brands drive value, protect their image, and advance sustainability at scale.Key topics discussed:How 4Everyware connects brands and retailers to create circular valueBalancing profitability and sustainability in surplus and overstock managementProtecting brand reputation while redistributing goods responsiblyThe growing role of logistics speed and global partnershipsHow sustainability regulations are reshaping overstock managementPractical advice for brands looking to unlock growth through responsible sourcing 🤝 By RetailWire, the retail industry’s premier news and discussion platform, delivering daily insights, expert analysis, and real-world perspectives from top retail leaders through its BrainTrust community.To stay ahead of the latest trends shaping retail, visit RetailWire and join a global network of retail decision-makers: https://retailwire.com/👉 For partnerships, interviews, and media opportunities, talk to us!contact@retailwire.comlinkedin.com/company/retailwire/    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

November 4, 202514 min

Driving Retail Growth Through Category Management and Private Label Synergy

In this episode of the RetailWire Podcast, produced in partnership with Leaders of Trade, retail expert Jaap Van Vreden shares how connecting category management, private label, and procurement can turn operational silos into engines of growth.Key topics discussed:The biggest growth challenges facing retailers todayWhy integrating category management, private label, and procurement mattersThe hidden costs of staying siloedHow private label innovation builds loyalty and differentiationRethinking procurement as a growth driver, not a cost centerStaying agile amid supply chain disruptionWhat strong retailer–supplier partnerships look like todayThe role of technology and data in future-ready retail strategy 🤝 By RetailWire, the retail industry’s premier news and discussion platform, delivering daily insights, expert analysis, and real-world perspectives from top retail leaders through its BrainTrust community.To stay ahead of the latest trends shaping retail, visit RetailWire and join a global network of retail decision-makers: https://retailwire.com/👉 For partnerships, interviews, and media opportunities, talk to us!contact@retailwire.comlinkedin.com/company/retailwire/    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 30, 202528 min

Why Bentonville is the New Retail Innovation Hub w/ Are Traasdahl, Founder of Crisp and Spring Capital

In this episode, Are Traasdahl, founder of Crisp, Spring Capital, and Arkade, joins Chase Binnie, CEO of RetailWire, for an in-depth conversation about the rise of Northwest Arkansas as a new global hub for retail innovation.They explore why global tech founders are choosing Bentonville over the coasts, how Arkade is helping later-stage companies connect directly with retailers and suppliers, and what “patient capital” really means for long-term innovation. Are also shares his perspective on how AI is reshaping collaboration across the retail value chain—and why the next billion-dollar retail startup might come from the Ozarks, not Silicon Valley.Discover more retail insights at RetailWire.com 🤝 By RetailWire, the retail industry’s premier news and discussion platform, delivering daily insights, expert analysis, and real-world perspectives from top retail leaders through its BrainTrust community.To stay ahead of the latest trends shaping retail, visit RetailWire and join a global network of retail decision-makers: https://retailwire.com/👉 For partnerships, interviews, and media opportunities, talk to us!contact@retailwire.comlinkedin.com/company/retailwire/    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 24, 202519 min

Growth Loops & What's next in eCommerce w/ WIX

Chase Binnie, CEO of RetailWire, talks with Oren Inditzky, VP of eCommerce at Wix, about the real state of online retail. They dive into what's driving growth, which trends are overhyped, and how small brands can win by focusing on trust, creativity, and smart use of data. 🤝 By RetailWire, the retail industry’s premier news and discussion platform, delivering daily insights, expert analysis, and real-world perspectives from top retail leaders through its BrainTrust community. To stay ahead of the latest trends shaping retail, visit RetailWire and join a global network of retail decision-makers: https://retailwire.com/ 👉 For partnerships, interviews, and media opportunities, talk to us! contact@retailwire.com linkedin.com/company/retailwire/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 16, 202512 min

The Future of Grocery retail in partnership with leaders of trade

Our guest, Mikkel Freiesleben, Country General Manager at Wolt Market who was a speaker at the Leaders of Trade Summit in Copenhagen, shares insights on scaling teams, building culture, and leveraging technology to redefine the modern grocery experience.We discuss:Building company culture and maintaining engagement while scaling rapidlyKey strategies for balancing speed, quality, and productivity in grocery operationsHow technology and data are reshaping customer experience and loyaltyThe biggest challenges in transforming traditional grocery models for the digital ageEmerging trends and innovations that will define the future of grocery retailWhether you’re a retail leader, innovator, or simply curious about where grocery is headed, this conversation offers practical insights on leadership, culture, and the tech shaping tomorrow’s stores. 🤝 By RetailWire, the retail industry’s premier news and discussion platform, delivering daily insights, expert analysis, and real-world perspectives from top retail leaders through its BrainTrust community.To stay ahead of the latest trends shaping retail, visit RetailWire and join a global network of retail decision-makers: https://retailwire.com/👉 For partnerships, interviews, and media opportunities, talk to us!contact@retailwire.comlinkedin.com/company/retailwire/    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 14, 202517 min

How AI Is Shaping the Future of Retail & Beauty

Rad who is a strategic leader in digital innovation and operational excellence shares his insights on:How AI is reshaping customer experience, operations, and business modelsThe most promising AI use cases in retail and CPG—and how to scale themWhat “next-generation retail operations” really look likeReal-world examples of AI and data delivering measurable impact at FlaconiThe evolution of omnichannel, personalization, and consumer engagement in beautyBarriers to adopting and scaling digital solutionsBuilding a culture where innovation supports commercial outcomesMeasuring the ROI of AI—beyond the traditional metricsThe future of retail and beauty in an AI-powered, sustainability-conscious worldWhether you're a retail executive, tech leader, or beauty brand innovator, this conversation offers actionable insights for building smarter, more resilient businesses in the age of AI.Watch now and subscribe for more expert conversations from the frontlines of retail innovation. 🤝 By RetailWire, the retail industry’s premier news and discussion platform, delivering daily insights, expert analysis, and real-world perspectives from top retail leaders through its BrainTrust community.To stay ahead of the latest trends shaping retail, visit RetailWire and join a global network of retail decision-makers: https://retailwire.com/👉 For partnerships, interviews, and media opportunities, talk to us!contact@retailwire.comlinkedin.com/company/retailwire/    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.