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For episode 519, Brandon Zemp is joined by Peter Horadan CEO of Vouched to discuss identity verification. Vouched is an AI identity verification platform that’s transforming how leading Healthcare and Financial Services companies onboard and verify people—instantly and securely. Throughout his career, Peter has led the charge in replacing slow, manual workflows with scalable, automated systems that unlock efficiency, reduce costs, and create measurable impact. From digitizing expense reporting at Concur to streamlining sales tax compliance at Avalara, Peter has helped modernize core business processes across industries. His leadership reflects a deep understanding of how automation can drive growth, compliance, and customer experience at scale. Peter has also held leadership positions at Alavara, Scout Analytics, Microsoft, Corillian, and BEA Systems. ⏳ Timestamps: 0:00 | Introduction1:08 | Who is Peter Horadan?4:42 | What is Vouched?7:05 | Vouched solutions11:00 | AI for Identity Verification16:07 | Verified licenses and more18:34 | Regulations State-by-State19:56 | Data protection22:44| What industries can be improved with Identity Verification?24:18 | Vouched client examples & use-cases25:26 | Vouched roadmap26:39 | Events & Conferences27:36 | Vouched website & socials

This episode is sponsored by Avalara. The complexities and challenges of use tax compliance only seem to grow as a business expands its operations and customer base. Our guest, Avalara use tax product solution consultant Myles Metzger, explains some of the most common misconceptions about use tax and why it is so tricky for finance teams to comply. Myles also explains some of the common challenges that Dynamics ERP customers face and how Avalara's latest integrations with Dynamics GP, D365 Business Central, and D365 Finance improve tax accuracy and reduce the risks of under- or overpayment. More from Avalara: See how Avalara's integrations with Microsoft Dynamics GP, BC, and Finance help improve accuracy, reduce manual effort, and minimize audit risk:

This show is sponsored by… Avalara: providing cloud-based and scalable global tax compliance that is hassle-free, safe and secure plus topped off with enterprise-class security. In this episode of Scaling Enterprise, WP and OSS, join Brad Williams, Tom Willmot, and Karim Marucchi as they dive into the world of enterprise content management system. Special guest […]

In this Fail Faster episode, we catch up with Derek Nohr, Director of Corporate Solutions (ServiceNow and Atlassian) at Avalara once again. We discuss his team's remarkable growth and also explore the impactful role of generative AI and Now Assist in revolutionizing ITSM. Derek shares insights on the importance of data quality for AI success and his vision for enhancing employee experiences in 2025. Tune in to discover future trends, challenges in adapting new technologies, and Derek's personal and professional resolutions for the year ahead.

Sandy Vance and Peter Horadan, CEO of Vouched, discuss how Vouched uses AI and automation to verify identities in Telehealth. When you go to a doctor's office, the receptionist checks your ID. As healthcare providers continue to conduct appointments virtually, how can they verify their patients' identities digitally? Vouched uses artificial intelligence and automation to check the validity of patient IDs and verify that the person on the virtual appointment matches that identity. They discuss applications, success stories, and more. In this episode, they discuss:How Vouched helps doctors and hospitals deal with challenges and identification requirements unique to healthcareHow Vouched removes friction in the Telehealth spaceThe steps Vouched takes to ensure that documents are real and match the patientHow Vouched helps healthcare organizations stay compliant with HIPAA and other healthcare compliance requirementsThe role Vouched plays in cybersecurity, and how Vouched protects itself from attacksThe emergence of AI agents in 2025Real-world success stories from Vouched's customersA little about Horadan:Peter Horadan is the CEO of Vouched, a provider of AI-powered identity verification in the healthcare space. He founded Lockstep, developed the first connected accounting platform, and led its successful acquisition by The Sage Group.Previously, Peter drove Avalara's growth towards its IPO and held technology leadership roles at Concur Technologies and Microsoft. His expertise in SaaS and his strategic vision fuels Vouched's innovation in digital verification.Vouched is a rapidly growing company, and was recognized in Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing-Companies List. It also made the Deloitte Fast 500 in 2024. As healthcare providers continue to use Telehealth to make appointments more convenient, Vouched fills an important role in identity verification, patient satisfaction, and compliance.

Send us feedback or episode suggestions.Many enterprise organizations face the challenge of scaling their design systems as the scope of product support expands through adoption and acquisition.In this episode of the Design Systems Podcast, host Chris Strahl speaks with Will Rodenbough, Senior UX Designer at Avalara, about the critical role of design systems in enabling scalability and supporting a growth-by-acquisition strategy.Key Topics Covered:Scaling Through Systems Thinking: How Avalara's design system harmonizes diverse products across its growing ecosystem.Supporting Growth-by-Acquisition: Strategies for integrating acquired companies into a unified design system.Collaboration and Accessibility: Ensuring stakeholder alignment and prioritizing accessibility as a foundation for scalable design.Listen to discover how Will leverages design systems to drive scalability and growth in a multi-product organization.View the transcript of this episode.Check out our upcoming events.If you want to get in touch with the show, ask some questions, or tell us what you think, send us a message over on LinkedIn.GuestWill Rodenbough is a Senior UX Designer based in Seattle with over a decade of experience working at startups and industry-leading tech companies. He has been the design lead on the Avalara design system since its inception in 2018, collaborating with teams across the company to provide scalable and accessible solutions that emphasize a thoughtful balance between consistency and flexibility.HostChris Strahl is co-founder and CEO of Knapsack, host of @TheDSPod, DnD DM, and occasional river guide.SponsorSponsored by Knapsack, the design system platform that brings teams together. Learn more at knapsack.cloud.

Explore the uncomfortable conversations you've been eager for in a space that encourages open and safe expression. Weaving together storytelling, poetry, music, and panel interviews with powerful voices, Unlearning offers the opportunity to address issues like discrimination, social justice, violence, and many other pressing (and often taboo) topics while healing and learning together. Join Lindsey T.H. Jackson, a visionary social activist, podcaster, author, and CEO at LTHJ Global, for this first edition of Unlearning focusing on Misogynoir. Misogynoir is the intersection of misogyny and anti-blackness. There is a specific kind of bias against and oppression of Black women. Have you examined your biases in an intersectional context? At this event, attendees will explore what misogynoir is and why we are all (regardless of race or gender) susceptible to it while learning strategies to recognize and combat misogynoir internally and in our communities. Lindsey T.H. Jackson is a North American-based leader serving humans around the world. As CEO at LTHJ Global, Lindsey empowers people, leaders, and organizations to pursue and achieve their full potential. For 15+ years Lindsey has been authentically leading empowering entities for personal and organizational wellness. Lindsey specializes in executive coaching using the Enneagram, group facilitation, DEI training and implementation, and team development. Dr. Moya Bailey is a professor at Northwestern University, the founder of the Digital Apothecary, and co-founder of the Black Feminist Health Science Studies Collective. Her work focuses on marginalized groups' use of digital media to promote social justice, and she is interested in how race, gender, and sexuality are represented in media and medicine. She is the digital alchemist for the Octavia E. Butler Legacy Network and the Board President of Allied Media Projects, a Detroit-based movement media organization that supports an ever-growing network of activists and organizers. She is a co-author of #HashtagActivism: Networks of Race and Gender Justice and is the author of Misogynoir Transformed: Black Women's Digital Resistance. She is the director and producer for the forthcoming documentary, Misogynoir in Medicine. Amelia Ransom, SPHR is Vice President of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Smartsheet. She is responsible for driving strategy and initiatives that impact, solidify and improve company culture. She also leads Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for the organization. Amelia has over 30 years of experience building and executing strategy within Human Resources and Business Operations in a world-class and customer-centric organization. In addition to DEI, her areas of expertise include leadership development, early in career engagement and executive level mentorship and advisement. Before joining Smartsheet, Amelia was the Sr. Director of Engagement and Diversity at Avalara. She created the company's first DEI strategy and was responsible for improving company engagement scores each year. Prior to that, she held multiple regional and company-wide leadership positions at Nordstrom including store management, Diversity and Inclusion and Learning and Development Amelia serves on the boards of Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington, The YWCA Seattle, King and Snohomish, Leadership Tomorrow Seattle and The Institute for Sustainable Diversity and Inclusion. Fleur Larsen, of Fleur Larsen Facilitation, began facilitating 20 years ago on challenge course programs with youth and adults. Her style is based on sharp analysis, flexible thinking, joy, and purposeful results. Her work is relationship-based with connection, collaboration, and community as integral elements to reach goals. Currently, she works with several corporate and nonprofit groups facilitating retreats, trainings and workshops in addition to one-on-one coaching. Fleur's work as a facilitator is focused on equity, social justice, diversity and inclusion, team building, emotional intelligence, experiential education and community development.

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 our industry experts share their bold predictions for retail in 2025, including Amazon's continued grocery struggles, potential leadership changes at Target, Macy's privatization, and the consolidation of retail media networks. Get unique insights into the future of retail from seasoned industry veterans For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/iyNND1vZe7A

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, Anne Mezzenga, along with guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and Chad Lusk discuss 2024's Retail Awards. In this short, they analyze the year's most impactful retail partnerships, from SKIMS' strategic expansion with North Face to DoorDash's innovative collaborations with Starbucks and Lyft. Learn how these partnerships are reshaping retail delivery, brand expansion, and customer experience. Key moments: 0:08 - Introduction of partnership nominations 0:21 - Analysis of SKIMS and North Face collaboration 0:43 - Discussion of SKIMS' partnership strategy 1:13 - Examination of product quality synergies 2:25 - Cerave's creative marketing approach 3:24 - DoorDash and Starbucks partnership analysis 4:09 - DoorDash and Lyft collaboration impact #retailtrends #retail #retailinnovation For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/iyNND1vZe7A

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, Anne Mezzenga, along with guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and Chad Lusk discuss 2024's Retail Awards. In this short, they break down the most laughable retail headlines of 2024, including Coach's misguided Roblox venture, Amazon's hype about ordering Pepsi on your phone while shopping at Whole Foods, Macy's contradictory store closure strategy, and Wayfair's controversial workplace culture statement. Key Moments: 0:02 - Introduction to laughable headlines 0:10 - Coach's Roblox collection analysis 0:40 - Discussion of resource allocation in digital marketing 1:17 - Amazon's hype about ordering Pepsi on your phone while shopping at Whole Foods 2:17 - Macy's store closure contradiction 3:34 - Wayfair CEO's controversial email 4:15 - Impact analysis of poor leadership decisions For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/iyNND1vZe7A our retail experts

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, Anne Mezzenga, along with guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and Chad Lusk discuss 2024's Retail Awards. In this short, they analyze the year's most impactful retail headlines, from unprecedented store closures and bankruptcies to Walgreens' potential private equity sale and Google's revolutionary shopping updates. Discover how these stories shaped the retail landscape and what they mean for the industry's future. Key Moments: 0:03 - Introduction to headline nominations 0:19 - Analysis of 70% increase in store closures 0:54 - Discussion of retail bankruptcy trends 1:15 - Examination of retail channel blurring 2:15 - Walgreens' potential private equity sale 3:43 - Amazon's technology strategy shift 5:16 - Google's shopping experience transformation 6:36 - Final verdict on headline of the year #retailtrends #retailnews #retail For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/iyNND1vZe7A

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, Anne Mezzenga, along with guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and Chad Lusk discuss 2024's Retail Awards. In this short, they explore the groundbreaking retail technologies of 2024, including Walmart's invisible barcode implementation, the rise of in-store robotics, innovative marketplace platforms, and smart loyalty-based theft prevention solutions. Learn how these technologies are reshaping retail operations and customer experience. Key Moments: 0:14 - Discussion of in-store robotics and automation 0:32 - Analysis of Simbe's $500M funding round 1:06 - Impact of robotics on back-of-house operations 1:44 - Introduction of invisible barcode technology 2:16 - Self-checkout improvement potential 3:14 - Marketplace platforms analysis 4:09 - Walmart's loyalty-based theft prevention solution 5:02 - Customer experience implications 5:24 - Loyalty program benefits discussion #retailnews #retailtrends #retailstrategy For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/iyNND1vZe7A

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, Anne Mezzenga, along with guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and Chad Lusk discuss 2024's Retail Awards. In this short, they debate 2024's top retail performers, from Publix's impressive 49% earnings increase and regional expansion to Walmart's successful transformation attracting higher-income customers. Learn why Sprouts' small-format strategy and potential for growth earned them consideration alongside traditional powerhouses. An in-depth analysis of the year's most successful retailers and their winning strategies. Key Moments: 0:03 - Introduction to Retailer of the Year nominees 0:15 - Publix's impressive performance metrics and expansion 0:54 - Discussion of Publix's market penetration 1:18 - Introduction of Hermès as luxury contender 2:54 - Walmart's successful transformation story 3:39 - Analysis of Walmart's key initiatives 4:40 - Sprouts' remarkable growth and strategy 5:06 - Discussion of future growth potential #retail #walmart #retailtrends For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/iyNND1vZe7A

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, Anne Mezzenga, along with guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and Chad Lusk discuss 2024's Retail Awards. In this short, they explore why Doug McMillon's success in attracting high-income customers and driving Walmart's digital transformation earned him CEO of the Year, with strong competition from Fran Horowitz's Abercrombie revival and Brian Niccol's impressive leadership at both Chipotle and Starbucks. Key Moments: 0:02 - Introduction of CEO nominations 0:22 - Doug McMillon's success with high-income customers 0:37 - Personal anecdotes about Walmart+ impact 1:48 - Discussion of return-to-office strategy 2:57 - Fran Horowitz's Abercrombie transformation 4:27 - Analysis of other CEO nominations 5:14 - Brian Niccol's dual success story 5:54 - Examination of Starbucks turnaround strategy #retail #retailstrategy #retailtrends #walmart For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/iyNND1vZe7A

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, Anne Mezzenga, along with guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and Chad Lusk discuss 2024's Retail Awards. In this short, they cover the most successful strategic decisions in retail this year, from Kohl's partnership with Babies R Us to Carvana's remarkable turnaround and Abercrombie & Fitch's successful brand reimagining. Learn how these companies transformed challenges into opportunities. Key Moments: 0:02 - Introduction to strategic moves discussion 0:10 - Kohl's and Babies R Us partnership analysis 0:47 - Shein and Children's Place collaboration 1:16 - Carvana's remarkable turnaround story 2:23 - Abercrombie & Fitch's successful transformation 2:40 - Discussion of growth metrics 3:00 - Analysis of fashion retail market context #retail #retailtrends #retailstrategy For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/iyNND1vZe7A

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, Anne Mezzenga, along with guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and Chad Lusk discuss 2024's Retail Awards. In this short, they discuss which retail headlines deserve the Hollywood treatment, including a $200M cocaine-in-bananas scandal, Starbucks' four-minute turnaround story, and Macy's mysterious auditor fraud case. See why these real-world retail dramas would make compelling entertainment. 0:08 - Initial movie pitch discussions 0:34 - Jeff Bezos character transformation concept 0:51 - Porch Pirates action-comedy pitch 1:32 - Starbucks turnaround story concept 2:45 - Introduction of cocaine-in-bananas scandal 3:41 - Macy's auditor fraud story analysis 4:31 - Final verdict on most filmable story #retail #starbucksceo #retailtrends For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/iyNND1vZe7A

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, Anne Mezzenga, along with guest hosts from the Alvarez & Marsal Consumer and Retail Group David Ritter and Chad Lusk discuss 2024's Retail Awards. In this short they explore which retail technologies and trends fell short of expectations in 2024, including device AI's premature rollout, the cost-prohibitive nature of smart carts, and Target's overemphasis on CarPlay integration. Learn why these technologies failed to meet expectations and what it means for retail innovation. 0:04 - Discussion of tariffs as overhyped trend 0:56 - Analysis of Caper Cart limitations 1:34 - Debate over smart cart value proposition 2:02 - Device AI's premature implementation 2:27 - Comparison to early tech adoption risks 2:59 - Target's CarPlay integration critique 3:13 - Digital growth comparison with competitors #retail #retailtrends #retailstrategy For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/iyNND1vZe7A

In this special year end edition of the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, A&M's Chad Lusk and David Ritter join Chris and Anne to look back on 2024 and to salute everything that stood out in retail this past year. Who will win retailer of the year? CEO of the year? And which retail headline would you most want turned into a feature film? You will just have to tune into find out! Music by hooksounds.com

Tractor Supply is scaling new heights with its “Life Out Here 2030” expansion plan. This week on Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga analyze its growth strategy, retail media potential, and B2B opportunities, making the case for why Tractor Supply is the retailer to watch in the next decade. Key Moments: [00:00] Tractor Supply's store expansion goals [01:50] The growth potential in the pet category [03:00] Retail media opportunities for Tractor Supply [04:20] Why Tractor Supply could rival Walmart in scale

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: A Dolly Musical Debut Lightning Round For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/J8I1H1pFBT8

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: E.l.f. Beauty's Virtual Luxe Lounge is a 3D shopping platform exclusive to its loyalty program members. But does it move the needle, or is it another unnecessary 3D gimmick? This week on Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga dissect the concept and share alternative approaches to creating meaningful online loyalty experiences. Key Moments: [00:00] E.l.f. Beauty's loyalty program strategy [01:30] What's inside the Virtual Luxe Lounge [03:00] Why standalone 3D shopping rarely works [04:15] Better ideas for engaging loyal customers online [05:45] Live video, TikTok, and other loyalty innovations #elfbeauty #virtualshopping #loyaltyprograms #retailtech For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/J8I1H1pFBT8

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: Dollar General's fresh produce rollout is slowing in 2025, with plans to add 300 new locations instead of the rapid pace seen in prior years. This week on Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga analyze what's behind this decision, including the challenges of running grocery within a dollar store model and the financial dynamics of competing with Walmart in rural markets. Key Moments: [00:00] Dollar General's fresh produce plans for 2025 [01:30] Why grocery is tougher than it looks [03:00] Operational insights from Target's fresh rollout expert [04:15] Competing with Walmart in grocery [05:45] Why this slowdown is actually a smart move #dollargeneral #freshproduce #grocerytrends #retailtrends For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/J8I1H1pFBT8

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: PorchPals, a new insurance product for stolen packages, is now available nationwide. This week on Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris Walton and Anne Mezzenga dive into the numbers behind package theft, Porch Pals' subscription model, and whether retailers or consumers should take the lead in solving this $13.4 billion problem. Key Moments: [00:00] PorchPals subscription model overview [02:30] The staggering cost of porch piracy [03:40] Who should pay: retailers or consumers? [05:20] Alternative solutions for package theft protection [07:10] Personalized insurance at checkout: a better model? #PorchPals #packagedelivery #ecommercetrends #retailinnovation For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/J8I1H1pFBT8

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: Amazon has entered the car sales market with Amazon Autos, creating a groundbreaking e-commerce experience for purchasing vehicles. This week on Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne dive into the platform's key features, its potential to disrupt dealerships, and how it will reshape automotive advertising. Key Moments: [00:00] Introduction to Amazon Autos and its features [01:47] How the platform simplifies the car buying process [03:23] The role of personalized automotive advertising [04:15] Why Amazon Autos could disrupt traditional dealerships [05:00] The future of car buying in an e-commerce world #amazonautos #carbuyingtips #hyundai #amazonecommerce For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/J8I1H1pFBT8

In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne discussed: - Amazon's momentous launch of Amazon Auto - Why Tractor Supply Company may be the retailer to watch over the next decade - PorchPals new insurance offering for victims of package theft - Whether Dollar General's slowdown of its fresh expansion signals underlying issues with its grocery strategy - And closed by dissecting the value of E.l.f. Beauty's new 3D Virtual Luxe Lounge There's all that, plus Brooke Chambers, Kroger's Director of Digital Marketplaces, stops by for 5 Insightful Minutes, Shaboozy songs, Brain Rot, and Chris's man crush on the Gambler. To register for eTail West, head here: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com//?utm_source=OmniTalk%20Media%20Partner&utm_medium=Media%20Partner&utm_campaign=10701.019-%20OmniTalk%20Media%20Partner&utm_term=&utm_content=&disc=ETAILPARTNER&extTreatId=7608370 Music by hooksounds.com

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: A Shrimp Jesus Lightning Round For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/JwnJXUy6y20

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 SHEIN And Temu Making Inroads On The Toy Market For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/JwnJXUy6y20

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 if they're buying or selling Invisible Barcodes On Your Salad Containers For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/JwnJXUy6y20

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 if they're Pro Or Con: OpenAI Deploying Ads For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/JwnJXUy6y20

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: How Walmart Has Been Working Overtime On Livestreaming For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/JwnJXUy6y20

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: The Implications From This Year's Cyber Week Results For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/JwnJXUy6y20

Welcome back to the Short Term Rental Riches podcast! Today, we're unpacking the latest trends reshaping the short-term rental industry, straight from the HostChella conference in Miami. One of the biggest takeaways? Travelers are opting for more budget-friendly alternatives—what Airbnb calls "destination dupes." Instead of splurging on high-demand locations like Lake Como, Italy, guests are gravitating toward nearby, affordable destinations like Lake Maggiore. This shift offers a huge opportunity for property investors looking to expand their portfolios without breaking the bank. Whether you're new to short-term rentals or a seasoned host, these insights will help you maximize bookings, improve efficiency, and stay ahead of the curve. 5 Key Takeaways: Budget-Friendly Travel Is Booming: Guests are seeking affordable "destination dupes," making secondary markets a hot spot for short-term rental investment. Maximize the 'Billboard Effect': Listing on OTAs like Airbnb and Booking.com can drive direct bookings—especially if you create a dedicated website using tools like HostAway. Adopt Dynamic Pricing Strategies: With tools like PriceLabs or Wheelhouse, adjust your rates to market demand and maximize revenue​. Plan Ahead with Open Calendars: Travelers are planning further out—up to 18 months in advance—so opening your calendar wide can increase visibility and bookings. Navigate Changing Regulations: STR regulations vary by city and neighborhood. Use services like Avalara to ensure compliance and avoid surprises​. Thanks for tuning in to this week's episode! The travel landscape is evolving, and staying informed is your ticket to success in the short-term rental industry. Whether you're adjusting to new guest trends or exploring tools to streamline your operations, there's always an opportunity to grow. Need help managing your short-term rental and you don't want to go it alone? Shoot us a message here and we'll see if we can help. Are you enjoying the podcast? Please subscribe, leave a rating and a review, and share it! This helps us reach others that may find the info helpful as well. You can find all of our links here including our website, recommended resources, upcoming live event, short-term rental playbook, Instagram, and more!

In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne discussed: - The implications of this year's Black Friday and Cyber Week data (Source) - Walmart's aggressive push into livestreaming, culminating with Dolly Parton live on Cyber Monday - OpenAI's evaluation of chatbot advertising - Digimarc partnering with Picadeli to reduce price look up fraud at the salad bar - And closed with a discussion on how the retail industry should view overseas marketplaces, aka “Digital Dollar Stores,” getting into the toys business There's all that, plus something called “Shrimp Jesus,” and how often Anne gets a craving for Kraft Mac & Cheese. Music by hooksounds.com

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: TikTok Adding Direct Product Links To Posts For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xDKKCu9Alfk

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: If Target Is Dull Or Chic? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xDKKCu9Alfk

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: Ashley Buchanan Named New Kohl's CEO For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xDKKCu9Alfk

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: Qurate Aiming For $1.5 Billion From Livestreaming And Social Media For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xDKKCu9Alfk

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: If They're Buying Or Selling: Shopping Via Perplexity For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xDKKCu9Alfk

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: A Shake Shack On A Plane Lightning Round For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/xDKKCu9Alfk

In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne discussed: - Whom to blame for the WSJ calling Target “dull” - Kohl's recent disappointing quarter and its new CEO hire - Qurate's rebranding and strategic push into livestreaming and social media - TikTok quietly testing product links in posts - And closed with a look at how significant Perplexity introducing a new shopping feature for its paid Pro users is to the future of retail There's all that, plus Dr. Seuss, the Original Recipe or Extra Crispy debate, and why Chris has had it with these motherf**cking Shake Shacks on this plane! To register for Manifest, visit: ManifestVegas.com/SaveWithOmniTalk Music by hooksounds.com #RetailNews #ECommerce #SocialCommerce #Target #Kohls #TikTokShopping #LivestreamShopping #DigitalRetail #OmniTalk #RetailTrends

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: Amazon Shutting Down A Secret Fertility Tracker Project For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/UxDXVG9DOuQ

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: A Rockin' Rollerblading Lightning Round For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/UxDXVG9DOuQ

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: Starbucks Offering In-app Delivery Via Doordash For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/UxDXVG9DOuQ

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: REI Going After ‘Serial Returners' For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/UxDXVG9DOuQ

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: If The World Need A Super App For Mealtime? For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/UxDXVG9DOuQ

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: Zara testing embeddable threads that emit radio frequencies to prevent theft. For the full episode head here: https://youtu.be/UxDXVG9DOuQ

In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five news roundup, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Ownit AI, Avalara, Mirakl, and Ocampo Capital, Chris and Anne discussed: - Starbucks offering delivery via DoorDash through the Starbucks app - Amazon shutting down a secret fertility tracking project (Source) - REI's latest attempts to thwart “serial returners” (Source) - Retailers, like Zara, experimenting with radio emitting threads to combat theft - And closed with a look whether we should all by into Marc Lore's “super app for mealtime” hype coming off Wonder's acquisition of Grubhub There's all that, plus Pepsi's “Undercover Cups” campaign, weirdly hot Santas, and home for the summer stories of when Chris last donned a pair of rollerblades. Music by hooksounds.com #RetailNews #Walmart #REI #Starbucks #Zara #Wonder #Grubhub #OmniTalk #RetailPodcast #RetailTrends #RetailInnovation

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: How E.l.f.'s Dollar General Expansion Will Impact Beauty Retailing For the full episode head here:https://youtu.be/HfqxboxZ35Q

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: A Lululemon v. Vuori Lightning Round For the full episode head here:https://youtu.be/HfqxboxZ35Q

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