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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Avalara, Mirakl, Ownit AI, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Walmart Testing Letting People Open Locked Display Cases With Their Mobile Devices For the full episode head here:https://youtu.be/HfqxboxZ35Q

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Fast Five Shorts | Walmart Tests Letting People Open Locked Display Cases With Their Mobile Devices

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Walmart Gas, Circle K & Why Target’s Floral Brand May Not Come Up Smelling Like Roses | Fast Five 41:58

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In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand, Chris and Anne discussed: - Walmart’s gas station expansion strategy - Quorso’s intelligent store management platform rollout with Circle K Europe - Target’s new floral owned brand - Trove’s acquisition of reverse.supply - And closed with a look at why Walmart’s 40 store beauty bar test could herald even more sales growth in Walmart’s future There’s all that, plus pasta shapes, Papal naming, and the latest spectator sport, sperm racing. Music by hooksounds.com…

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Bezos Faceplants, Festivals & Crosswalks | Omni Talk Lightning Round Gets Wild 🎤 4:20

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This week’s lightning round, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand, is packed with laughs and unexpected questions. Chris and Anne start by debating what the official Omni Talk uniform would be, inspired by Starbucks’ new black-on-green dress code (0:01). Then they reminisce about epic faceplants, including Anne’s “Great Fall of Lisbon” (1:17), and react to Jewel suing Kroger over her removal from the Wellness Festival (2:09). Chris unveils his Chris-apalooza music lineup—Elvis, the Beatles, and the Jackson 5 (2:37)—while Anne keeps things grounded with crosswalk tech that talks like Lil Jon (3:25). It’s retail banter with a side of absurd. For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/US96EqI2Bnk #RetailPodcast #lightninground #retailhumor #jewel #kroger #jeffbezos #jackson5 #starbucks #retailnews #blueorigin…

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Hy-Vee Shuts Down In-Store Bars | Is Experiential Retail Dying? 8:52

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In this Omni Talk Retail Fast Five discussion, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand, Chris and Anne explore Hy-Vee’s decision to shutter most in-store bars and eliminate full-service dining in favor of counter-only service (0:02). Chris critiques the overuse of “experiential retail” as a vague, unscalable buzzword (1:00), calling Hy-Vee’s move a necessary correction in an era where operational simplicity and consistency matter more than novelty. He shares a personal anecdote from his days at Gap about the hidden complexity of over-segmentation in retail (2:59) and warns about the challenges of managing stores with differing formats. Anne supports the shift as a logical step for maximizing floor space and profitability, citing successful models like Aldi and Sprouts that keep formats tightly controlled (4:50). The episode closes with a spirited debate on whether experiential retail ever really worked—and if retailers should let go of the fantasy altogether (7:40). For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/US96EqI2Bnk #hyvee #retailstrategy #grocery…

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DoorDash Empowers Restaurants with AI Tools | Better Photos, Menus & Visibility 5:49

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In this Omni Talk Retail Fast Five segment, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand, Chris and Anne dig into DoorDash’s latest AI feature rollout for restaurant partners (0:02). The tools include an AI-powered camera for high-quality food photos, an item description generator, and instant visual enhancements to improve online menus (0:08). Anne shares how these tools will help small, independent restaurants like La Bodega Taco Shop compete with larger chains (1:04), while Chris highlights the risk of all AI descriptions sounding the same (3:13). They both agree photography is the most impactful feature—it's what drives clicks and cravings (4:00). The discussion wraps with some food fun and a reminder that good burritos matter more than buzzwords (5:28). For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/US96EqI2Bnk #doordash #restauranttech #fooddelivery #smallbusinesssupport #foodphotography…

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Is Sam’s Club Being Too Optimistic About Its Growth Potential? 5:21

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In this Omni Talk Retail Fast Five episode, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand, Chris and Anne dive into Sam’s Club’s bold plan to open 15 clubs annually and remodel all 600 existing locations in the U.S. (0:02). Backed by strong performance and growing online sales, Sam’s Club hopes to double its membership over the next 8–10 years, according to CEO Chris Nicholas (0:21). Chris lays out three reasons he’s bullish: impressive comp sales growth (0:56), rising app adoption like Scan & Go (1:24), and soaring popularity among Gen Z and millennials (2:04). Anne agrees with the momentum but flags a continued awareness gap compared to Costco and emphasizes the importance of tapping Walmart Plus to attract new members (3:04). The episode wraps with a discussion of retail media advantages and the potential to unify Walmart and Sam’s Club memberships under one banner (4:59). For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/US96EqI2Bnk #samsclub #walmart #costco #retailstrategy #scanandgo #retailtech #MembershipGrowth #retailnews…

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Walmart’s AI Fashion Tool | Trend to Product Speeds Up Design by 18 Weeks 6:39

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In this episode of Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand, Chris and Anne dive into Walmart’s latest AI-powered innovation: the Trend-to-Product tool (0:03). The duo explains how the tool uses generative AI to produce trend-driven mood boards, shorten design timelines by up to 18 weeks (1:10), and assist Walmart in appealing to newer, more affluent shoppers through trendier fashion options (2:44). Anne shares her experience working on similar product development teams at Target and emphasizes how this tool eliminates the tedious manual design process (1:26). Chris voices caution around AI fatigue and the importance of maintaining focus on big-picture strategies in stores versus chasing shiny objects online (3:36). The episode closes with thoughtful reminders about managing open-to-buy limits and making smarter decisions amid the flood of trend data (6:30). For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/US96EqI2Bnk #walmart #retailinnovation #aiinfashion #generativeai #retailtech #walmartfashion #merchandising…

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Why In The World Would Ulta Pause Its Target Expansion? 8:36

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In this episode of the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, brought to you by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand,Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga break down Ulta's surprising decision to pause its shop-in-shop rollout with Target. Despite Target touting strong beauty performance, Ulta CEO Kecia Steelman—an operations leader and former Target exec—has decided to hold at 610 locations, raising questions about store traffic, brand alignment, and future investments. Chris compares Target to a ‘Mike Dexter’ moment in retail (3:00), while Anne explores how cultural sentiment and operational caution may be driving this pause (4:50). 📌 Key Moments: (0:00) Ulta pauses shop-in-shop expansion at Target (1:18) Target’s beauty sales vs. Ulta’s decision (2:00) Placer.ai data and Target foot traffic (3:00) Chris compares Target to “Mike Dexter” (4:50) Anne discusses Kecia Steelman’s operational mindset (7:00) Target’s unusual pullback on a major partnership (8:00) Implications for Target’s brand and comp sales For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/US96EqI2Bnk #ultabeauty #target #retailnews #retailstrategy…

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Walmart’s Trend-to-Product AI, Sam’s Club’s Expansion & Ulta’s Pregnant Pause At Target | Fast Five 45:50

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In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand, Chris and Anne discussed: - Ulta Beauty’s decision to pause its Target shop-in-shop expansion Walmart’s new Trend-to-Product AI tool to speed up product development - Sam’s Club’s expansion plans - DoorDash’s AI enhancements to help its quick-service restaurant partners - And closed with a look at what Hy-Vee’s decision to close its bars and to end its full-service dining offering means for the “experiential” retail trend There’s all that, plus faceplants, crosswalk hacks, and Anne also asks Chris to design his very own Omni Talk uniform. Music by hooksounds.com…

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What A True Omnichannel Returns Process Looks Like With TGW’s Stipe Galic | Ask An Expert 26:16

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In this episode of Omni Talk’s Ask an Expert series, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga talk with Stipe Galic, VP of Business Development & Marketing at TGW, to demystify the complexities of returns in today’s omnichannel retail world. From cost savings to faster reshelving, Stipe walks us through how automation, flexible software, and a unified DC setup are transforming how retailers like Urban Outfitters manage inventory and returns. Key Moments: 1:05 – Stipe’s journey from mechanical engineer to automation leader at TGW 4:59 – Why returns are such a thorn in omnichannel fulfillment 7:00 – Real-time processing of returns with mixed-SKU totes 10:00 – How software decides between single-SKU and return stock 14:36 – Case study: High-end fashion retailer consolidating DC operations 19:56 – Cutting return costs nearly in half through automation 22:00 – “Bridge vs. Ferry” analogy on warehouse responsiveness 24:35 – Seamless integration > cutting-edge tech: the new mindset Music by hooksounds.com *Sponsored Content*…

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Lightning Round | Burritos, "Best Of" White Lotus Awards, and Tariff Product Hoarding 6:21

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios, ClearDemand, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: A Lightning Round of Burritos, "Best Of" White Lotus Awards, and Tariff Product Hoarding For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xZ2R3c0ZxsU…

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Fast Five Shorts | Pro Or Con: Amazon AI Shopping Agents? 8:15

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios, ClearDemand, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: The Pros & Cons of Amazon AI Shopping Agents For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xZ2R3c0ZxsU…

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Fast Five Shorts | San Diego Bans Digital-Only Coupons 4:17

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios, ClearDemand, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: San Diego Banning Digital-Only Coupons For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xZ2R3c0ZxsU

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Fast Five Shorts | Instacart Debuts New “Will Call” Delivery Service 4:44

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios, ClearDemand, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Instacart Debuting A New “Will Call” Delivery Service For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xZ2R3c0ZxsU…

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Fast Five Shorts | Is Old Navy’s 1,200 Store Radar RFID Rollout Too Aggressive? 6:58

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios, ClearDemand, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: If Old Navy’s 1,200 Store Radar RFID Rollout Is Too Aggressive? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xZ2R3c0ZxsU…

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Fast Five Shorts | Buy Or Sell: Best Buy Storefronts? 8:06

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios, ClearDemand, and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss Whether they're buying or selling Best Buy Creator Storefronts For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xZ2R3c0ZxsU…

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Old Navy Hits The Radar, San Diego Bans Digital-Only Coupons & Amazon Debuts AI Agents | Fast Five 54:54

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In this week’s Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand, Chris and Anne discussed: - Best Buy storefronts and where influencer commerce will go next - Instacart’s introduction of “Will Call” Delivery (Source) - Old Navy rolling out Radar’s RFID solution to 1,200 stores - San Diego banning digital-only grocery store coupons And closed with a look at just how game-changing Amazon’s implementation of AI agents to shop third-party sites could be There’s all that, plus David Dorf of AWS stops by for 5 Insightful Minutes on Agentic AI, and Chris and Anne also discuss tariff stockpiling, soggy doggy burritos and which animal species Anne would most like to see brought back from extinction. Music by hooksounds.com…

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How Agentic AI Will Transform Retail Forever With David Dorf Of AWS | 5IM 6:25

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David Dorf, Head of Retail Industry Solutions at AWS, joins Omni Talk to break down how Agentic AI—the next evolution beyond generative AI—is poised to reshape the retail industry. From recommendations and virtual analysts to autonomous shopping assistants, David shares real-world retail examples already in use today. Plus, he explains why the next frontier may be agent-optimized websites and what that means for advertising, loyalty, and even SEO. 💡 Key Moments: 0:21 – What is Agentic AI? How it differs from generative AI 1:36 – Real-world use cases: Amazon’s $260M in savings from AI agents 2:14 – Tapestry’s agent-powered data assistant 2:42 – AI recommending tires based on car type and usage 3:28 – Agents navigating browsers: Instacart demo and implications 4:30 – What happens to advertising and loyalty when agents shop for us? 5:41 – Advice for retailers: start small, focus on ROI and automation 📍 Don’t miss this mind-blowing 5-minute masterclass on the future of AI in retail. #AgenticAI #RetailInnovation #AWS #GenerativeAI #RetailTechnology #OpenAI #FutureOfRetail #AIinRetail #Automation #AIshopping #RetailStrategy #OmniTalk #DavidDorf #Anthropic #RetailTrends2025 Music by hooksounds.com Sponsored Content…

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Fast Five Shorts | A Love Is Blind Lightning Round 5:21

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five recorded live from Shoptalk 2025 in Vegas and sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: A Love Is Blind Lightning Round For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/NPi_RSCdcTE…

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Fast Five Shorts | Best Buy Connects Retail Media With Meta 4:55

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five recorded live from Shoptalk 2025 in Vegas and sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Best Buy Connecting Retail Media With Meta For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/NPi_RSCdcTE…

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Fast Five Shorts | Buy Or Sell: Target’s “Brown Box Delivery” Pilot? 4:44

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five recorded live from Shoptalk 2025 in Vegas and sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Whether They're Buying Or Selling: Target’s “Brown Box Delivery” Pilot For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/NPi_RSCdcTE…

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Fast Five Shorts | Amazon Haul 50% Off During Big Spring Sale 5:03

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five recorded live from Shoptalk 2025 in Vegas and sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Amazon Haul Being Priced At 50% Off During Big Spring Sale For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/NPi_RSCdcTE…

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Fast Five Shorts | Klarna & Doordash Bring BNPL To Meal Delivery 4:11

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five recorded live from Shoptalk 2025 in Vegas and sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Klarna & Doordash Bringing BNPL To Meal Delivery For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/NPi_RSCdcTE…

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Fast Five Shorts | Edible Arrangements To Sell . . . Edibles 3:10

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five recorded live from Shoptalk 2025 in Vegas and sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Edible Arrangements Making a Shift To Sell . . . Edibles For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/NPi_RSCdcTE…

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Shoptalk 2025 Key Takeaways Live Podcast 40:20

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The Shoptalk 2025 Key Takeaways Podcast is here! Recorded live on stage, this fast-paced episode features Omni Talk's Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton with Shoptalk's content team — Marielle Bobo, Ben Miller, HG O’Connell, and the live conference audience — as they spin the wheel to hit the hottest themes of the show. 🎯 Key Moments & Topics: (00:54) Introduction of the “Shoptalk Dream Team” (03:00) Tariffs: Shein’s surprising openness to regulation (05:01) Data: AI, personalization, and retail transformation with DoorDash, Hanes, and SoulCycle (10:14) Retail Media: Growth slowing or just evolving? (13:52) Quote of the Show: Creativity, authenticity, and CVS’ traffic drivers (18:50) Demand Creation: Stores still rule; digital discovery leads (23:16) Search: Language & visual search, AI co-pilots, and TikTok’s next gen influence (28:33) Startup Winners: Sotira (reverse logistics) and Playably (gamified ecommerce) (30:31) Most Exciting Tech: From jewelry design with AI to in-store audio (32:45) Careless Whisper (aka Most Interesting Idea Heard Offstage): Trove’s 3-5 comp point resale lift, Sam’s Club’s reinvestment strategy, metaverse surprises, and CEOs getting back in stores (33:58) Agentic AI: Is this a “Bezos moment” for retail? (39:00) Closing Thoughts: What’s next? Shoptalk Europe, Fall, Groceryshop & more 📍 For more on upcoming Shoptalk shows visit shoptalk.com…

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Walmart EVP Cedric Clark on Tech, Culture & the Future of Retail | Shoptalk 2025 Interview 26:07

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In this Shoptalk 2025 special, recorded live from the Shoptalk TV studio, Omni Talk sits down with Cedric Clark, EVP of Stores at Walmart, to unpack the company’s people-led, tech-powered evolution. Cedric dives into Walmart’s commitment to associate experience, innovation in store technology, and why staying connected to the frontline is key to long-term retail success. 🎯 Key Moments: (00:54) Cedric on Shoptalk and innovation trends (1:45) His Walmart journey: From fishing licenses to EVP (3:09) Why store-level experience matters in leadership (4:12) People-led, tech-powered: Walmart’s core philosophy (5:47) Game-changing tech: My Walmart app and digital shelf labels (7:53) AI for smarter scheduling and task nudges (13:12) Store experience evolution: Then vs. now (16:06) How Walmart develops its associates (18:20) Winning over new customers and boosting loyalty (20:39) Walmart’s "secret sauce" for success (23:09) Keeping the customer at the center of every decision (25:37) Teasers for what’s ahead in 2025…

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Amazon Haul, Best Buy Social+ & Edibles.com | Fast Five 35:45

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🎧 Retail Fast Five | March 26, 2025 – Live from Shoptalk 2025 This week, Chris and Anne are back together live at Shoptalk 2025, bringing you exclusive insight and on-the-ground energy. This week's episode, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital and Infios, kicks off with a behind-the-scenes look at their interviews with CVS, Wayfair, and Purina (03:15), followed by their five big retail stories of the week: Best Buy Launches Social Plus – A new retail media/social ad hybrid (06:23) Amazon Haul Gets a Spring Sale Boost – But is it bold enough? (12:23) Klarna x DoorDash Partnership – BNPL comes to food delivery (16:46) Edible Arrangements Launches Edibles.com – Game-changing move into hemp products (20:54) Target Tests Brown Box Delivery – Efficiency play or PR puff? Or both? (24:43) They also talk Christina Aguilera workout songs (28:47), bad airport snacks (30:14), socks and sleep debates (31:53), and whether Minneapolis should host dating shows (33:03). 💥 A must-listen for anyone following the ever-changing retail landscape. Music by hooksounds.com #RetailFastFive #OmniTalk #RetailNews #BestBuy #AmazonHaul #ShopTalk2025 #RetailMedia #Klarna #DoorDash #Edibles #TargetRetail #Ecommerce #RetailTrends #BNPL #RetailInnovation…

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Walmart Ditches Affirm for Klarna – Here's Why It’s a Big Deal 5:38

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Walmart going all-in with Klarna as its sole Buy Now, Pay Later provider—ditching Affirm and integrating BNPL into its OnePay FinTech app. Chris and Anne explore why this is more than a simple switch, and how it positions Walmart to become a dominant force in payments. (0:03) – Walmart drops Affirm, partners exclusively with Klarna for BNPL (0:30) – Klarna to underwrite loans, Walmart’s OnePay to handle customer experience (1:10) – Walmart’s OnePay valued at $2B+ with $200M in annual revenue (1:54) – Why Walmart’s customers won’t notice a difference—and why that matters (2:26) – Klarna’s global reach gives Walmart valuable data and fraud prevention potential (3:06) – Is BNPL becoming the next Visa or Mastercard for retail? (3:24) – Walmart’s strategy: Growth through ownership of payment capabilities (4:26) – Signing up is shockingly easy—Chris’s experience and $60 in credits (4:42) – Walmart’s long game: becoming the “payment conduit for America” (5:08) – Why simplicity and trust in one provider can be more powerful than choice With millions of daily shoppers, Walmart’s bet on Klarna and OnePay could reshape how Americans pay. Will other retailers follow suit? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/K-LainhQQyY #walmart #klarna #buynowpaylater #retailtech #retailinnovation #retailtech…

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Ulta Beauty Launches Marketplace – Game-Changer for Customers & Retail Media? 6:06

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss: Ulta Beauty going big with a new curated online marketplace—what does this mean for customers, loyalty, and retail media? Chris and Anne break down why this is a savvy move for Ulta, how Mirakl enables quick marketplace rollouts, and why 2025 is shaping up as the year of marketplace dominance in retail in this latest episode of the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, brought to you by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital and Infios. (0:02) – Ulta Beauty’s official marketplace announcement (0:20) – “Curated” marketplaces—real or just marketing? (1:02) – Why this is a smart move for Ulta’s customers (2:08) – Retail media revenue and loyalty points as key drivers (3:14) – The role of Mirakl in accelerating marketplace adoption (4:30) – 2025: The year of the marketplace (Best Buy, Janie and Jack, Ulta) (5:46) – Data value in high-frequency beauty purchasing (6:03) – How Ulta’s platform could attract CPG advertisers If you're in retail or beauty, this is one trend you can't afford to miss. Ulta's move could reshape the future of digital commerce in beauty and wellness. For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/K-LainhQQyY #ultabeauty #ecommercetrends #retailinnovation #beautyindustry #retailmedia #customerloyalty #OmnichannelRetail #digitalcommerce #retailtech #beautytech…

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Lightning Round | $200K White Lotus Resort Tours, Irish Pub Inheritances & Ranking Sandler Movies 4:46

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss the week's most intriguing entertainment stories in this latest episode of the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, brought to you by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital and Infios! We explore Heineken's unique campaign to find a successor for a fourth-generation Irish pub, debate dream vacations, and rank our favorite Adam Sandler films. KEY MOMENTS: 0:02 - Heineken's search for someone with a specific Irish surname to take over an Irish pub 0:27 - Would our hosts change their name and move to Ireland to inherit a bar? 1:03 - Discussing Mariah Carey's viral unimpressed reaction at the iHeart Radio Music Awards 1:25 - Personal story about an unexpected reaction to a surprise birthday party 2:17 - The incredible $200,000 Four Seasons vacation package to all White Lotus filming locations 2:51 - Speculation about where White Lotus Season 4 might be filmed 3:24 - Happy Gilmore 2 trailer discussion and ranking our favorite Adam Sandler movies 3:45 - Debating Sandler's best work from classics like Billy Madison to critically acclaimed Uncut Gems Tune in for laughs, hot takes, and our candid thoughts on whether we'd spend $200K to visit White Lotus resorts! For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/K-LainhQQyY #whitelotus #adamsandler #HappyGilmore2 #fourseasonshotel #entertainmentnews #mariahcareyreaction #movierankings #luxurytravel…

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Kroger's New E-Commerce Unit – Smart Move or Eventual Disaster? 7:29

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In the latest edition of Omni Talk’s Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Simbe, Infios and Ocampo Capital Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga discuss how Kroger is betting big on e-commerce—but is its strategy already flawed? In this segment, brought to you by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital and Infios, Chris and Anne debate Kroger’s controversial decision to separate online operations into a standalone unit, question the leadership choice, and unpack whether this sets Kroger up for success—or disaster. (0:03) – Kroger forms new e-commerce business unit (0:11) – Yael Cosset promoted to EVP and Chief Digital Officer (0:32) – Kroger CEO Ron Sargent emphasizes digital growth (0:56) – Should e-commerce be a separate division? (1:46) – Why this goes against omnichannel best practices (2:53) – Is Kroger stuck in the sunk cost trap with Ocado? (3:54) – Concerns over leadership structure and priorities (6:07) – Are digital sales underperforming despite the investment? (7:14) – Final thoughts: too many risks, not enough clarity Don’t miss this deep dive into a major retail shakeup—and what it could mean for the future of grocery e-commerce. For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/K-LainhQQyY #kroger #ecommercestrategy #retailnews #grocery #ocado #omnichannelretail #digitaltransformation #onlinegroceryshopping #retailtech #retailinsights…

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