The CPG Guys

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: Kimberly-Clark Q1 2026 Results Unilever Q1 2026 Results Walmart Scintilla Media Data Feed Reddit Q1 2026 Results CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.com SheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/ Rhea Raj’s Website: http://rhearaj.com Lara...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Caitlin Winsor Senior Director of Media, Strategy & Investment at PepsiCo and Chris Grillo Vice President of Sales, CPG at Tubi , the most watched free TV and movie streaming service in the U.S. Follow Cailtin on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-coburn-winsor-80789810/ Follow PepsiCo on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pep...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: KDP Quarterly earnings Gen Z pre-games drinking before heading out Microsoft Voluntary Retirements TikTok Measurement CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.com SheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/ Rhea Raj’s Website: http://rhearaj.com...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Shelley Zalis , Founder & CEO of The Female Quotient . Founded in 2007, The Female Quotient (The FQ) is an equality services company that provides thought leadership platforms for women and develops solutions for organizations committed to closing the gender gap in the workplace.  Co-Hosting this episode with PVSB is Jacqui Dynowski , co-host of SheCo...

The CPG Guys are joined in the episode by Patrick Nommensen , Head, Strategic Initiatives, AMS & Europe, E-Commerce at TikTok . This episode was record in Las Vegas at Shoptalk 2026. Follow Patrick on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pnommensen/   Follow TikTok on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tiktok/  Patrick answers these questions: Patrick, you’ve been vocal about ho...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: Uber Invests More in Delivery Hero DGMN introduces in-store audio Conagra's new CEO Goop Kitchen CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.com SheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/ Rhea Raj’s Website: http://rhearaj.com Lara Raj in Kat...

The CPG Guys are joined in the episode by Benoit Vatere , Chief Media Officer for Liquid Deat h. As one of the fastest growing non-alcoholic beverage brands, Liquid Death uses comedy and entertainment to make health and sustainability 50 times more fun. We take low-calorie beverages and package them into infinitely recyclable cans that compete with the fun marketing of unhealthy brands across beer...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Christian Hasshold, host of the In/Organic Podcast and Managing Partner of Resilient Edge M&A Advisors. Follow Christian on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hassold/ Follow the In/Organic podcast on Apple Podcasts at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inorganic-podcast/id1710070954 Follow the In/Organic podcast on Spotify at: https://open....

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: Unilever acquires GRÜNS Sazerac Counters Pernod Ricard for Brown-Forman Nutella in Space Upfront Season CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.com SheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/ Rhea Raj’s Website: http://rhearaj.com Lara Raj in K...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Jason O’Toole , Head of Connected Commerce & Media, and Katie Tripodi , Director of US Digital Merchandising and eCommerce Expansion at Gildan , a leading manufacturer of everyday basic apparel. The Company’s product offering includes activewear, underwear, socks, and intimates sold to a broad range of customers, including wholesale distributors, scre...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Greg Brown , SVP of Innovation for the DAS Group of Agencies at Omnicom . Greg joins to share key themes coming from the 2026 SXSW which dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW® is best known for its conferences and festivals that celebrate the convergence of tech, film, music, education, and...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: Amazon FBA Surcharge Container Store gets a new owner Kristin Wolf promoted at Ulta Home Depot's new CTO CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.com SheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/ Rhea Raj’s Website: http://rhearaj.com Lara Ra...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Kim Lefko , SVP and Chief Marketing Officer at Ace Hardware , which has over 5,000 stores around the world with the majority of those stores independently owned and operated by local entrepreneurs.  Follow Kim Lefko on linkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimlefko/ Follow RedVest media on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/redvest-media/ Fo...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Doug Baker, VP of Industry Relations at the Food Marketing Institute. As the food industry association, FMI works with and on behalf of the entire industry to advance a safer, healthier and more efficient consumer food supply. FMI is a champion for the food industry and the issues that make a difference to our members’ fundamental mission of feeding and e...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: Dollar General getting new CEO Pernod Ricard / Brown-Forman merger talks Henkel buys OlaplexThe perils of AI-generated content CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.com SheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/ Rhea Raj’s Website: http://rh...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Vassili Samolis , Head of Ad Product at DoorDash , one of the world's leading local commerce platforms that helps businesses of all kinds grow and innovate, connects consumers to the best of their neighborhoods, and gives people fast, flexible ways to earn.  Follow Vassili on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vassilisamolis/  Follow DoorDash L...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: GLP-1 McCormick to acquire Unilever Food Brands Last Mile Delivery General Mills woes CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.com SheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/ Rhea Raj’s Website: http://rhearaj.com Lara Raj in Katseye: https://ww...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by David Gottlieb , Chief Revenue officer and Jeff Wrona , VP Product, Image Recognition for FORM , the makers of the award-winning market execution software GoSpotCheck and FORM OpX, and Trax, the industry-recognized global pioneer of Image Recognition, delivering AI-powered shelf-level insights that help brands and retailers improve execution, availability...

The CPGGUYS hosts Sri Rajagopalan & Peter VS Bond discuss the emerging themes that dominated the first quarter of 2026 in the CPG and retail industry. From their iconic visit to CAGNY summarizing the presentations of 21 CEO's of some of the largest brands in the world to the reality of AI, there's something for everyone in this episode. Follow Sri on Linkedin at : https://www.linkedi...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: McKinsey AI Breach Ulta Beauty Results Target price reductions Kroger Growth Priorities CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.com SheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/ Rhea Raj’s Website: http://rhearaj.com Lara Raj in Katseye: https://...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Oksana Sobol, Vice President of Insights & Decision Intelligence at The Clorox Company,  Follow Oksana on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oksanasobol/ Follow The Clorox Company online at: https://www.thecloroxcompany.com/ Download the white paper on "Home Care Redefined" here: https://www.thecloroxcompany.com/home-care-redefined/ Ok...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: Kroger's new CEO Milen Mahadevan named Chief Data & AI Officer at Kroger Target's new strategy Costco pursues tariff refunds CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.com SheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/ Rhea Raj’s Websit...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Particia Corsi, Chief Growth Officer & Craig Slavtcheff, Chief R&D Officer at Kimberly-Clark, manufacturer of trusted brands that are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries and territories. The portfolio of brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, Goodnites, Intimus...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Dr. Jeffrey Hendrix D.B.A., Chief Customer officer at Bimbo Bakeries USA, part of Grupo Bimbo, the world’s largest baking company with operations in 35 countries. Bimbo Bakeries USA employs 22,000 associates across the Country in bakeries, sales centers, corporate offices and on sales routes to ensure our consumers have the freshest products to feed their...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: Walmart settles with FTC Consumers prioritize protein Tariff refunds Grocery prices CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.com SheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/ Rhea Raj’s Website: http://rhearaj.com Lara Raj in Katseye: https://www....