Retailistic

On this week’s episode of Retaili$tic, explore the cutting-edge world of retail technology and innovation with special guest Scott Friend, Partner at Bain Capital Ventures, and your host, Deborah Weinswig. The pair discusses the genesis of the CommerceTech Power List, spotlighting transformative companies and rising stars in the retail sector. Scott and Deborah also delve into the evolving landsca...

On this episode of Retaili$tic, join host Deborah Weinswig for an insightful conversation with Shawn Nelson, Founder of Lovesac, a unique furniture company that is revolutionizing the industry. Shawn discusses how Lovesac's "Design for Life" philosophy drives its sustainable growth, why scrappy individuals are key to the brand's success and how a focus on emotional branding sets the company apart....

On this week’s episode of Retaili$tic, we dive into a journey of innovation, sustainability and community impact with Ben Jablonski, Co-Founder of The Good Charcoal Company. Host Deborah Weinswig chats with Ben about his mission to transform the grilling experience, which started a movement around healthier and eco-friendly alternatives. From creating a passionate community of grill enthusiasts to...

On this episode of Retaili$tic, we explore the dynamic world of commerce and marketing tech. Join your host Deborah Weinswig as we delve deep into the Commerce Tech Power List. Crafted through meticulous research and collaboration between Coresight Research, BCV (Bain Capital Ventures), and Bain, this list showcases the industry's brightest stars. Discover the power players and rising stars in the...

This week on Retaili$tic, join guest host Adeline Devers, Digital Content Manager at Coresight Research, and special guest John Harmon, Managing Director of Retail and Technology at Coresight Research, as they tackle rapid-fire questions about the metaverse. Namely: is the metaverse dead? Listeners will also discover the metaverse’s current state and the outlook for cryptocurrencies, NFTs, virtual...

Join host Deborah Weinswig as she sits down with Alexandre De Vigan, Founder and CEO of Nfinite, for a dynamic conversation on the growing significance of compelling product imagery in e-commerce. This episode of Retaili$tic explores the challenges brands and retailers face when managing and producing product visuals, as well as how CGI and 3D rendering can revolutionize the industry. Head to core...

This week on Retaili$tic, Deborah is joined by Peter Evans, Chief Strategy Officer at McFadyen Digital; the episode also features a special appearance from Haider Irshad, a Research Intern at Coresight Research!   Deborah and Peter continue their conversation from the MIT Platform Strategy Summit around circular platform opportunities, extended producer responsibility laws and much more! As always...

Join Coresight Research analysts Primel Konok and Owen Riley on the latest episode of Retaili$tic as they uncover the dynamics and trends of the back-to-school season, as well as retail strategies for the season. They also explore the macro trends driving consumer spending and evolving shopping channels and present insights into consumer behavior. Listen to discover which retail categories are exp...

Join Deborah and special guest Mortimer Singer, Co-Managing Partner at Traub Capital Partners, on this captivating episode of Retaili$tic. Gain invaluable insights into the world of consumer tech investments and discover how Traub's background has influenced their investment approach. Hear Singer's evolving outlook for the latter half of 2023 and explore the concept of measuring return on culture...

On this episode of Retaili$tic, join Deborah Weinswig and Professor Charles Haseman, Director of RISE at UT Dallas, as they delve into the past and future of retail loss prevention, exploring various topics, including organized retail crime, brand protection, cyber protection and fraud. Discover how retailers are adopting generative AI (artificial intelligence) and loss-prevention strategies while...

On this week's episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah Weinswig and John Harmon, CFA, Managing Director of Technology Research at Coresight Research, dive deep into the world of retail theft and explore the cutting-edge technologies revolutionizing loss prevention. They are joined by Ned McCauley, Director, Smart Sensor Technology, at Sensormatic Retail Solutions, to discuss the latest trends in loss prev...

On this episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah is joined by Read Hayes, Director of the Loss Prevention Research Council and Research Scientist at the University of Florida, for an enlightening discussion on the current state of retail loss prevention and its future. They cover a wide range of topics, including a recap of the NRF Protect conference, the role of facial recognition technology, the best tec...

Join Primel Konok, a retail technology analyst at Coresight Research, in this episode of Retaili$tic as we explore the captivating world of generative AI and its impact on the retail industry. Discover diverse generative AI applications beyond ChatGPT, from creating realistic images with DALL·E 2 to building personalized recommendations with NeMo. The episode also touches on updates in the field,...

On this episode of Retaili$tic, host Deborah Weinswig is joined by James Cook, Americas Director of Retail Research at JLL. The pair begin the episode with a brief recap of ICSC Las Vegas 2023 before diving into the impact of streaming platforms on movie theaters, the future of malls in the digital age and the evolving nature of office environments, including remote work trends and innovative work...

Join host Deborah Weinswig on this episode of Retaili$tic as she explores the captivating world of retail media with RJ Hottovy of Placer.ai and Daniel Rodden of Coresight Research. In this episode, they explore the booming realm of retail media networks (RMNs) and their profound impact on digital advertising. Discover how first-party consumer data serves as the foundation for retail media, and le...

On this episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah welcomes Ben Miller, Director of Original Content at Shoptalk, for an engaging and insightful recap of Shoptalk Europe 2023. Together, they delve into their most impactful takeaways from the event, highlight their favorite sessions and share intriguing stories of unexpected encounters. Don't miss out on this captivating discussion! Head to coresight.com to r...

On this episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah is joined by Amit Venugopal, MD at VASS, to discuss customer data platforms (CDPs) and how they are revolutionizing retail. CDPs are the ultimate tool for understanding and engaging customers, but how can retailers utilize their capabilities? Deborah and Amit discuss data clouds, retail media and everything in between! Head to coresight.com for more informat...

The Retaili$tic podcast is back this week with another episode hosted by Primel Konok, who is joined by Marie Driscoll, Managing Director of Beauty and Luxury at Coresight Research. The pair discuss the impact of recent economic conditions on the beauty industry, as well as industry trends and the rise of self-care and product personalization and customization. The data discussed in this episode c...

On this episode of Retaili$tic, Primel Konok hosts Coresight Research Senior Analyst Sunny Zheng for a conversation on Earth Day and sustainability. The pair discuss the significance of Earth Day, how brands and retailers can increase their sustainability efforts and the potential benefits of corporate social responsibility in terms of top- and bottom-line growth. For more information, head to cor...

On this episode of Retaili$tic, Sunny Zheng, a Senior Analyst at Coresight Research, discusses the future of dresswear, smart-casual and occasion-based apparel in the US after a year of strong demand revival. This episode is based on a recent report, US Dresswear Retailing: Sales To Dwindle in 2023 as Pent-Up Demand Fades, which you can find on coresight.com.

On this episode of Retaili$tic, Primel Konok, a retail technology analyst at Coresight Research, explores the topic of generative artificial intelligence (AI), discussing how retailers can utilize ChatGPT and other generative AI platforms to improve business efficiency, innovation and creativity. Head to coresight.com to read the full report, ChatGPT and Generative AI: Five Things Retailers Should...

Deborah is joined by Shoptalk's Director of Original Content, Ben Miller, and Coresight Research analyst Primel Konok in this episode of Retaili$tic. Together, they recap the highlights of Shoptalk 2023, including keynote presentations and a couple surprising twists, as well as what attendees can expect from upcoming events, such as Shoptalk Europe and Shoptalk Chicago. For more research on Shopta...

On this episode of Retaili$tic, Primel Konok, Analyst at Coresight Research, sits down with John Harmon, Managing Director at Coresight Research, to discuss recent macroeconomic developments and their effect on the retail landscape. Topics include inflation, interest rates, the SVB collapse, retail sales data, consumer health and predictions for the future. 

This episode is a must-listen for anyone heading to Las Vegas for Shoptalk 2023 next week! Deborah is joined by Marie Driscoll, John Harmon, and Charlotte Rothschild, members of the Coresight Research team. Together, the group dives into all things Shoptalk, including our recent Shoptalk Preview report, out now on coresight.com.

In this episode of Retaili$tic, Deborah is joined by Andy Harig from food industry association FMI to discuss smart labels, personalization, sustainability, supply chains, loyalty and so much more! Read the full report, produced in partnership with FMI, on coresight.com.