Episodes
75
Latest episode
Jan 2024
Language
EN
Welcome to the Voice on Demand Podcast by MECS+R (MECSC)! The Voice on Demand podcast is designed to help advance the Shopping Centre and Retail Industry in the region. Listeners will come to be inspired, motivated, get entertained, and educated by the most promising Retail Professionals in the Industry sharing their Retail Tips, Shopping Mall Strategies, Retail Market Trends and Overview and Retail Industry Related Insights among others. Should you wish to be featured on our show, send us an email at connect@mecsc.org. Happy Listening!
Tune in to our latest podcast episode of Let's Talk Retail featuring Fahed Ghanim, CEO of Majid Al Futtaim - Lifestyle, as we bring you behind-the-scenes insights, insider tips, and stories that define MAF's retail success.
Dive into the heart of Aseer Region in Saudi Arabia as Mohammad Alawi discusses 'The Point', a retail marvel set to redefine Abha's landscape. Discover how this ambitious project promises to blend tradition with modern retail innovation. For more detail and to connect with Mohammad, please visit their website at www.thepointabha.com/
In this episode, we welcome Paul Maguire - Head of Retail Delivery at Endava. Paul is a retail technology expert with a wealth of experience in leading organizations like Kingfisher, Harrods, and Estee Lauder. Join us as we explore global retail trends and their reflection in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Paul shares his unique experiences and insights on MENA's projected e-commerce growth to $57 billion by 2026 and its impact on the retail landscape. Learn about the role of ERP and POS systems in creating unified commerce offerings and how companies like Endava leverage composable SaaS products for digital transformation. Tune in for an engaging deep dive into the world of retail technology. For further discussion and to connect with Paul and Endava, please visit their website at www.endava.com/en/about/location…middle-east/dubai
In this powerful keynote speech, trust expert Stephen M.R. Covey, Co-Founder of CoveyLink and the FranklinCovey Global Speed of Trust Practice, sheds light on the transformative role trust plays in the retail industry, particularly in engaging Gen Z, Gen A, and Millennials. As the bestselling author of "The SPEED of Trust," Covey reveals how trust is not just a soft, social virtue, but a hard-edged, economic driver with the potential to revolutionize businesses and elevate performance. Listen in as Covey delves into the impact of trust on consumer behavior, the implications for retailers, and the strategies needed to establish and maintain trust in today's fast-paced retail landscape. Draw inspiration from the global leader in the concept of trust, as Covey shares invaluable insights on harnessing the power of trust to unlock the next great retail opportunity. Don't miss this captivating and informative keynote that will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the ever-evolving retail world and forge stronger bonds with your customers.
We bring you an exclusive keynote speech by Ted Souder at The Retail Congress MENA Event. Ted is a former head of industry for retail at Google, given at the retail Congress MENA event. In his speech titled "Embrace the Digital Change," Souder delves into the importance of embracing digital transformation in the retail industry and shares valuable insights on how businesses can adapt and thrive in the ever-changing digital world. From the early days of the internet to the recent pandemic, Souder takes us on a journey through the evolution of technology and its impact on the retail industry. He also highlights the success stories of businesses that invested in digital before or during the pandemic and how they are accelerating out of it. With the Middle East retail sector experiencing positive growth in both retail sales and e-commerce, Souder praises the region's ability to think big and create remarkable retail experiences. Tune in to be inspired and learn actionable strategies that will help you stay ahead of the curve in the retail industry.
In this episode we are joined by Seb Ingram (www.linkedin.com/in/sebastian-m-ingram), a digital marketing consultant and former content creator with a wealth of experience in SEO and backlink creation. Seb has produced hundreds of high-quality SEO blogs and created content that was used for outreach to create backlinks, helping his company rank for industry terminology and generate inbound leads. As a digital marketing consultant, he attends networking events and uses his expertise to offer criticism on digital marketing campaigns and create business proposals. Seb also provides advice to individuals looking to generate leads and grow their businesses. Throughout the episode, Seb shares his unique perspective on the role of AI software in digital marketing and SEO. He explains how AI can be used to enhance the effectiveness of SEO and content marketing campaigns, allowing businesses to generate more leads and increase their online visibility. Seb also provides practical advice on how to integrate AI software into your digital marketing strategy, including how to choose the right tools and platforms for your specific needs. With his extensive experience in digital marketing and his passion for AI, Seb offers valuable insights and practical advice for anyone looking to unlock their full potential using AI software.
A Shopping Center to be proud of! Join us with Nancy Nese Ozbek, General Manager of Times Square Center. Lets dive into the benefits and significance of shopping mall and how it is important to the community, sustaining family bond, and child development.
In this session, we are delightfully happy to have Jing Leng with us. She is the General Manager for this incredible Kids and Baby Apparel Brand, which has taken the globe by storm through its E-commerce platform – Hibobi. And today, we discuss the importance of brand exposure through having Brick & Mortar and its entry into the MENA region.
Together with our long time member Nina Seredai-Udalova, we dive into the reality of the importance of brand purpose and strategy. Nina is the Founder and Managing Director of Ninth Space, a brand strategy and design company which over the years have helped hundreds of companies globally.
Lets dive into the story of one of the biggest loyalty providers in the world, CONIQ and how they plan to conquer the retail world through loyalty. An exclusive interview with Ben Chesser, CEO of CONIQ and Arnaud de Harenne, one of the newest leaders in the team that will support CONIQ's expansion here in the Middle East and North Africa.
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