Retail Doctor Group - Consumer and Retail Transformation Experts

Episode 50 of The Future of Retail podcast marks a milestone conversation on the forces reshaping retail demand, labour, footfall, and customer confidence toward 2040. In this episode, Retail Doctor Group Chair & Founder Brian Walker examines the blue collar outlook for retail with futurist Howard Saunders, looking at how AI, ageing populations, declining footfalls, and changing work patterns will...

We're delighted to present a thought-leadership session where Brian Walker, Chair & Founder of Retail Doctor Group, speaks with business futurist Morris Misel on the future of retail, the rise of agentic commerce, and how personalisation is redefining customer value in the lead up to 2030. At the centre of the conversation is Misel's concept of Humand , a shift in retail toward human-led demand ex...

We're excited to present a session where Brian Walker, CEO of Retail Doctor Group, engages in conversation with John Ball, the Managing Director of Google Customer Solutions AUNZ. This episode includes: How the current era is seen as a pivotal "technology revolution" that will transform industries and the workforce. Advancements in AI and machine learning are driving rapid changes, with a faster a...

We're delighted to present a thought-leadership session where Brian Walker, Chair & Founder of Retail Doctor Group, talks to global retail influencer and author Steve Dennis about the bifurcation of retail, the speed of disruption, and what this means for modern retail leaders in the lead up to 2030. At the centre of the conversation is the bifurcation of retail, a structural shift where growth in...

We're delighted to present a thought-provoking session where Brian Walker, Founder and CEO of Retail Doctor Group, chats with AI visionary Chad Lieberman to explore how the 4 pillars of AI in retail are fundamentally rewiring the DNA of search, consumer behaviour, language model learning, and retail commerce overall. Episode highlights include: Why the future isn't "retail without humans" but rath...

We're delighted to present a thought-provoking session where Brian Walker, founder and CEO of Retail Doctor Group, chats with retail veteran Paul Greenberg about the evolving landscape of retail in 2025. Episode highlights include: Paul's reflections on his non-linear career journey from psychological services to retail, and his current book project "Strings to Rope" Exploration of how retail has...

We're delighted to present a thought-provoking session where Brian Walker, CEO of Retail Doctor Group, reconnects with Nikki Baird, VP Strategy and Product at Aptos, for their second illuminating conversation. Episode highlights include: Exploration of the physical store's critical role in creating emotional brand connections for pandemic-influenced younger consumers Honest discussion about the in...

We're excited to present a session where Brian Walker, CEO of Retail Doctor Group, engages in conversation with Martin Newman, renowned retail pioneer and customer champion. Episode 44 includes: Deep insights into the future of AI-driven personalisation and its potential to transform retail after 25 years of unfulfilled promises The fundamental shift in consumer power dynamics since the first onli...

We're excited to present a session where Brian Walker, CEO of Retail Doctor Group, engages in conversation with Steve Sammartino of Macro3D. This episode includes: AI's evolution from isolated systems to interconnected neural networks The "dichotomy economy" split between luxury and budget retail The future of physical stores and human experiences Predictions for humanoid retail robots by 2030 Imp...

We're excited to present a session where Brian Walker, CEO of Retail Doctor Group, engages in conversation with Dr. Jason Pallant of RMIT University. This episode includes: Insights on the impact of AI and emerging technologies on retail and human interaction. The evolving role of physical retail spaces as community hubs and experiential centers. The importance of human connection and social exper...

In this podcast, Judy, the CEO of Peter Alexander, explores how teamwork and customer feedback fuel innovation, underscoring the necessity for innovation to deliver commercial outcomes. She also delves into cultivating a corporate culture that embraces risk-taking and discusses the supportive role of technology in business development. We hope you enjoy this conversation!

We are excited to present a session where Brian Walker, CEO of Retail Doctor Group, engages in conversation with Howard Saunders, the retail futurist and speaker. This insightful discussion covers: The evolving landscape of artificial intelligence: distinguishing between the hype and the real future potential. A comprehensive analysis of dystopian versus utopian views on AI, and its broader implic...

We are excited to present a session where Brian Walker, CEO of Retail Doctor Group, engages in conversation with Marcella Larson, co-founder and CEO of Woven. This insightful discussion covers: The current state and future of AI in retail: separating hype from substance. Practical applications of AI for retailers and consumers, and how it can transform the shopping experience. The importance of da...

We are thrilled to present a new session where our CEO Brian Walker conversed with K D Adamson, renowned futurist and ecocentrist. In this session, we discussed: What does the future of AI look like? Should we be bothered by AI itself? How will organisations/CEOs future-proof themselves with AI? How will Chat GPT play an important role in the future for brands? Is there a future for bricks and mor...

We welcome our 2023 Inspirational Retail Leader finalist, Shane Lenton, Co-Founder and CEO of The Wishlist Company. Shane talks about how his first few work experiences and how they have shaped and inspired him throughout his career to be the great leader he is today. E njoy this insightful conversation with our 2023 finalist. https://retaildoctor.com.au/podcasts/

We are delighted to bring you this session in which, Retail Doctor Group CEO Brian Walker is joined by Jaime Cairns, Chief Strategy Officer at Fluent Commerce. In this session we discuss: The nature of data in retail - How will retailers of the future cultivate data that is meaningful?  The future retail experience for customers  Time as a currency We hope you enjoy this session!

We welcome our 2023 Inspirational Retail Leader finalist, Feras Keram, Co-Founder and CEO of Pharmacy 4 Less. Feras talks about his greatest role model, his Father, who's great resilience has inspired him throughout his career to be the leader he is today. Feras also delves into where is best ideas come from. E njoy this insightful conversation with our 2023 finalist. https://retaildoctor.com.au/p...

We are delighted to bring you this session in which, Retail Doctor Group CEO Brian Walker is joined by Paco Underhill, Owner of Peckshee LLC, futurist, motivational speaker and  author of multiple global bestselling books – including  Why We Buy : The  Science of Shoppi ng  published  in  2 7  languages and used in design schools and MBA programs  all over the world .  In this session we discuss:...

We are delighted to bring you this session in which, Retail Doctor Group CEO Brian Walker is joined by Marcella Larsen, Ex-Microsoft, Ex-Salesforce and founder of Woven Group, as they talk about everything AI.  In this session we discuss: - What does the future AI landscape look like? - How can AI assist retailers? - Why should CEOs bother about AI? - What is the link between AI and sustainability...

We welcome our 2023 Inspirational Retail Leader finalist, Paula Maxwell, Head of Retail at Sleepy's. Paula delves into role models that have inspired her throughout her career to be the person she is today. But the thing that sets Paula apart from other retail leaders is her guiding principle - Always being curious, a mantra that Paula puts at the forefront to make a difference for both customers...

We welcome our 2023 Inspirational Retail Leader winner, Margaret Porritt, Founder of Feathers Boutique. Margaret empowers women and has been doing so from the very start of her career. She has guided many young women in the fashion industry giving them confidence and sharing her knowledge and expertise in such a fickle industry - many of whom have gone out on their own and created successful fashi...

Join Retail Doctor Group's COO and Head of Insights, Anastasia Lloyd Wallis, as we explore the concept of customer loyalty through: Understanding just what loyalty means to customers, and How you can build that loyalty with your tribe.   We hope you enjoy this session!

We are delighted to bring you this session in which, Retail Doctor Group CEO Brian Walker is joined by Dr Catherine Ball, Associate Professor, author of Convergence and scientific futurist who is on a mission to demystify emerging tech.  In this session we discuss:         Should consumers question how much and how easily they hand over data/personal information on themselves to companies?        ...

In this session RDG CEO, Brian Walker invites Business Futurist and Strategist Morris Misel to discuss the future retail landscape, with a focus on technology and its accessibility. What is the purpose of technology in retail? Is all retail governed by technology? Join us as we delve into what will happen in the future of retail. Listen more here!

In this session RDG CEO, Brian Walker continues his conversation with our guest Business Futurist and Innovation Expert Craig Rispin to discuss some of the levers of the Future of retail. Join us as we delve into technologies of the future, with further discussions on the omniverse. What do we expect to happen in future years to come in retail? Listen more here!