The CPG Guys

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: America 250 Macy’s Q1 results Zellers is back! The Preference Economy 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.katseye.world/...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Matt Gregory, EVP & Chief Customer Officer North America at Unilever. Follow Matt on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-gregory-b702567 Follow Unilever online at: http://unilever.com Matt answers these questions: As Chief Customer Officer, what are your top priorities for Unilever's customer partnerships this year, and how have those p...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: Kroger leadership changes The magnitude of SNAP benefit changes Expansion of <30 minute delivery services Costco selling more gasoline CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.com FMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.com SheCOMMERCE Website: https://shecommercepodcast.com/ Rhea Raj’s Website...

The CPG Guys are joined in this  episode by Mike Wysong, CEO of CARE Pharmacies, Inc., a growing pharmacy network having served communities like your own for more than 64 years.  CARE Pharmacies combines the quality of a trusted local pharmacy with the growth and stability of a national organization. With over 130 pharmacies nationwide and growing, CARE understands its patients, their special need...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Bob Nolan , SVP of Growth Science at Conagra Brands . Conagra’s portfolio of iconic and emerging food brands continues to evolve to offer contemporary choices for every occasion.  Follow Bob on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-nolan-938b726/ Follow Conagra Brands online at: https://www.conagrabrands.com/ Bob answers these questions: What was t...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: Walmart results Target results Grocery isn’t keeping up Kroger growth opportunities 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....

This is a crossover episode with Wendy Liebmann, CEO and Chief Shopper at WSL Strategic and host of the Future Shop podcast. Follow Wendy on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendyliebmann Follow WSL Strategic Retail online at: https://wslstrategicretail.com/ Follow Future Shop on Apple Podcasts at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/future-shop-podcast-with-wsl/id1498794016 Follow Futur...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Sammi Zola and Pete Fox from Haleon plus Andrew Butz from Kroger Precision Marketing. This episode was recorded at 84.51 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Follow Sammi on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthakliff/ Follow Pete on Linkedin at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-fox-91b57/ Follow Andrew on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewbutz/ F...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: Grocery Inflation Quarterly Earnings Starbucks Layoffs Target Board Battles 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.katseye....

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Barbara Connors VP of Strategy & Activation and Brian Downey , Senior Director at Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM), the retail media business of Kroger designed to make brand advertising more effective by closing the loop between media exposure and store sales. Powered by 84.51˚ data science, and Kroger’s popular loyalty card program, KPM connects con...

The CPG Guys recap their attendance at the 2026 Amazon Upfront event which took place in New York City at the Beacon Theatre on May 11. 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.katseye.world/ DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast episode...

Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce.  This week’s topics: Giant Eagle partners with ibotta General Mills Leadership Kraft Heinz increases marketing $$$ Doordash 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 R...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by John FitzGerald , Sr Director of Growth at Mad Tree Brewing Company. Founded in 2013, MadTree is an award-winning brewery that’s rooted in Cincinnati and planted in purpose. Driven to craft great beer - but more importantly - build a business dedicated to doing good, MadTree protects and celebrates nature while reducing impact on the environment. MadTree...

The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Kim Cox , Managing Director NA Omnichannel Intelligence Solutions & Richard Pereira , Regional Product Leader, NA at NielsenIQ , the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. Follow Kim Cox on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-c...

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...