Podcasts about Neiman Marcus

In this episode of the Remarkable Retail podcast, hosts Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis begin by dissecting the week's most important retail news, highlighting the Trump administration's UK trade deal. They discuss the more consequential negotiations with China befor examining how Chinese e-commerce giants Temu and Shein are experiencing sales drops of 17% and 23% respectively after implementing pricing changes.April's surprising 7% jump in US core retail sales indicates consumers are pulling forward purchases ahead of expected tariff impacts. The hosts discusss positive earnings news from Tapestry (Coach's parent company), which increased profit guidance despite economic uncertainty, and Warby Parker, which delivered its first profitable quarter in its history. They conclude the news segment with Skechers' unexpected $9 billion acquisition by private equity firm 3G Capital, noting that the footwear giant operates in 180 countries with 5,300 stores.The interview segment features Josh Friedman, Senior Vice President of Digital and E-commerce at Ulta Beauty. Friedman brings extensive experience from previous roles at Dell, JCPenney, and Neiman Marcus. He discusses Ulta's 35-year journey and upcoming expansion into Mexico and the Middle East, emphasizing their mission to be "all things beauty, all in one place."When asked about Ulta's success factors, Friedman points to three key elements: comprehensive brand assortment, their powerful loyalty program with 44 million members, and Ulta's collaborative company culture. Personalization is a major focus for Ulta, built on their loyalty program foundation. Friedman explains how Ulta leverages search and virtual try-on technology to help deliver relevant customer experiences. Under new CEO Kecia Steelman Ulta is recalibrating its structure and focus. Friedman shares details about their upcoming curated marketplace launch, emphasizing it will be invitation-only and focused on carefully selected beauty and wellness brands that complement their existing offerings. The marketplace will allow Ulta to test new products and extend into additional categories while maintaining quality control.  Here is a 10% off code for the CommerceNext Growth Show exclusive to Remarkable Retail listeners: REMARKABLE. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

Inside ThredUp's Massive Vintage Collection with Cynthia Lee: On today's show, we're chatting with Cynthia Lee, the Head of Merchandising at ThredUp, who have just launched a limited-time, first-of-its kind curated assortment of more than 20,000 vintage pieces in partnership with Beyond Retro. From childhood treasure-hunting on San Francisco's Haight Street to managing millions of unique daily listings, Cynthia brings 15 years of merchandising expertise from powerhouse brands like Neiman Marcus, eBay, StockX, and Sephora. A lover of vintage herself, Cynthia spearheaded this initiative, and she's coming on the show today to share how it all came together. Plus, what's involved in merchandising when you're talking about millions of unique digital listings, why "flawed gems" deserve a second life, and what's ahead for the industry in 2025. Consider this your exclusive behind-the-scenes look at ThredUp's team "knee-deep in boxes" while curating this massive vintage collection! Let's dive right in:  DISCUSSED IN THE EPISODE: [4:03] A lifelong fashion lover whose family was in the fabric business, Cynthia grew up appreciating quality clothing and shopping vintage on Haight Street. [6:17] The evolving art of merchandising across luxury and digital platforms for brands like eBay, StockX, Sephora, and Neiman Marcus. [14:41]  The daily challenge of merchandising and curating 50,000 new unique listings at ThredUp [18:07] What's changed the most in the secondhand industry since Cynthia started doing this work. [21:48] Why secondhand doesn't devalue luxury brands—it makes them more accessible [24:07] What's trending in the secondhand fashion industry in 2025. [27:16] Sorting through hundreds of boxes for ThredUp's x Beyond Retro 20,000 piece vintage collaboration [35:05] How this vintage activation might shape future offerings at ThredUp. EPISODE MENTIONS:  ThredUp The Vintage Pop-Up Beyond Retro Wasteland 7 Timely Takeaways from the ThredUp Resale Report Talking Key Trends with ThredUp's Danielle Vermeer  Danielle Vermeer on Pre-Loved Podcast ThredUp 2025 Resale Report Awkwafina in Crazy Rich Asians LET'S CONNECT: 

Welcome to another episode of The award-winning BrandBuilders Podcast! Today we've got Ashlyn Greer, founder and CEO of Fashivly, here with us. Ashlyn is a fashion influencer and entrepreneur who has revolutionized personal styling with her innovative platform.  After spending over a decade in the fashion industry—including roles at Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Belk—Ashlyn launched Fashivly in 2020 to make personal styling accessible to everyone. Her company helps clients discover their unique style through personalized shopping experiences, empowering them to feel confident and look their best every day. We'll hear about her inspiring journey, how Fashivly is changing the way people shop, and what's next for her growing Charlotte-based startup.

For the April 2025 episode, co-hosts Ted Stank and Tom Goldsby were live at the Spring 2025 Supply Chain Forum with Colin Yankee chief supply chain officer for Tractor Supply Company, to discuss the supply chain strategies and operational efficiencies that help companies thrive in uncertain times. Their in-depth conversation explored Tractor Supply's transportation and distribution center operations, how to leverage extensive store networks for final-mile delivery strategies, and featured insights into leading large teams of supply chain professionals to deliver customer value from top to bottom.  Prior to joining Tractor Supply in 2015, Yankee served in senior roles in supply chain operations for Neiman Marcus and Target. He is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and served as an Army officer before beginning his corporate career. The episode was recorded live at the Marriott Knoxville Downtown on April 9, 2025. Watch a video of the episode. Related links:  Save the date for the fall Supply Chain Forum, November 4–6 in Knoxville Downloaded our latest (free) white paper, “Future-Ready Procurement” Join the Advanced Supply Chain Collaborative to explore advanced concepts in SCM with top industry experts and scholars Learn about our SCM Academy programs, including virtual courses on Leadership (Aug. 18–Nov. 23), Finance (Sept. 15-Nov. 16), and Procurement (Sept. 15–Nov. 16). Become a Supply Chain Forum partner Subscribe to GSCI's monthly newsletter Read the latest news and insights from GSCI Text the Tennessee on Supply Chain Management team!

In this episode of From the Newsroom, Evan Clark shares the mic with WWD's David Moin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Season 10, Episode 14 of the Remarkable Retail podcast, co-hosts Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc deliver a jam-packed episode that blends sharp commentary on today's global retail turbulence with a thoughtful five-year retrospective on Steve's landmark retail strategy book, Remarkable Retail.The first half of the episode centers on the mounting global trade tensions, specifically the deepening tariff war between the U.S. and China. Steve breaks down the financial ripple effects of Trump's temporary tariff pause, from bond market volatility to persistent inflationary pressure. Despite a temporary reprieve, tariffs remain four times higher than pre-war levels, impacting major retail players like Nike, RH, and Lululemon. Smaller retailers are particularly vulnerable, lacking the scale and capital to weather uncertainty.The hosts also tackle other pressing news stories: consumer confidence plummeting, the fallout from the looming de minimis policy change affecting Chinese factory-direct models like Temu and Shein, and the ripple effect this may have on Canadian exporters to the U.S. They highlight luxury retail turbulence as Prada acquires Versace and Saks Global—parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus—faces vendor shipment cutoffs and empty shelves as seen in a Las Vegas store visti. A brief silver lining emerges in Dallas, where a threatened Neiman Marcus flagship gets a temporary lifeline.The second half of the episode is a deep dive into Remarkable Retail: How to Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption, five years after its original release and four years since the COVID-updated second edition. Steve reflects on what inspired him to write the book—observing the collapse of retail's middle and the rise of bifurcation—and how the Eight Essentials framework continues to shape thinking in the industry. He shares which essentials remain relevant, which are now mere table stakes, and why “radical” as a term can be misinterpreted.Steve and Michael explore whether new tech, especially AI, can level the playing field—or merely amplify the advantages of already powerful retailers. Steve hints that if there were ever to be a third edition, it would put more emphasis on human-centered retail and leadership adaptability. The episode closes with reflections on the podcast's role as an evolving extension of the book, helping retail leaders stay agile and ahead in a rapidly shifting marketplace.Here is a 10% off code for the CommerceNext Growth Show exclusive to Remarkable Retail listeners: REMARKABLE. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

In the never-ending saga of American department stores, Saks Global's acquisition of the Neiman Marcus Group for $2.7 billion will go down in history as one of the most complicated—and consequential—plot points. Lauren and Saks Global C.E.O. Marc Metrick run through the list of complaints against the luxury department store super group, which includes Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman—from issues paying vendors to customer return snafus. And then, Marc outlines why he believes the deal was inevitable, and why it'll be better for the customer in the long run. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive into the career of Jodi Kahn, who transformed her childhood passion into a remarkable 17-year journey at luxury retail giant Neiman Marcus. Jodi pulls back the curtain on Fashion Week's influence, revealing the fascinating six-month journey from runway to retail. Learn how resilience through the 2008 recession and nine different roles—from human resources to buying—shaped her success overseeing women's designer ready-to-wear collections. Discover how growing up in a retail family influenced her career and why she was determined to work at Neiman Marcus despite never having visited Dallas before. Jodi explains how world events subtly influence designer collections and how buyers translate extravagant runway looks into wearable pieces that resonate with sophisticated clientele—making fashion curation both an art and science.About Our Featured Charity:This season, Alex Perry On Fire is making a monetary contribution to each guest's charity of choice. Jodi Kahn's charity is Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK). MSK is a world-renowned institution dedicated exclusively to cancer care, research, and education. Founded in 1884, MSK's mission is "ending cancer for life," guiding its comprehensive approach to patient treatment and scientific discovery. Combining compassionate clinical care with groundbreaking research, MSK strives to improve cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, while also training the next generation of oncology professionals.Your turn to start the fire.Like what you heard today on Alex Perry on Fire? Tell usabout it. Want to share what has helped you on your journey? We want to hear about that, too.Comment on social, DM us or give us a call. Instagram: @alexperryonfire    TikTok: @alexperryonfireCall: 214-506-8023

USE CODE OYSTA20 for 20% off all Tronque orders. This one's for the girlies who want glowing skin and real talk. In this episode, Paula sits down with Tanne Snowden, the powerhouse founder of Tronque, the luxury body care brand making waves in clean beauty. After battling endometriosis and navigating reproductive health challenges, Tanne realized the products she was using weren't just ineffective—they were potentially harmful. So, she took matters into her own hands.Now, Tronque is redefining body care with science-backed, efficacy-first products—because what you put on your skin matters. From the game-changing Vitamin C body oil to the iconic dry brush, Tanne shares how these products can transform the way you care for your body.What we're getting into:Tanne's personal journey with endometriosis and how it led her to clean, high-performance body care.The science behind Tronque's must-have products—why they work and how they elevate your skin health.How to upgrade your routine with lymphatic drainage, dry brushing, and body Gua Sha for maximum glow.Going from DIY to luxury beauty—Tanne's road to launching Tronque in Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue.This convo is an absolute must for anyone looking to level up their body care and feel amazing in their skin.Where to Connect with Tanne and TronqueInstagram Tanne: @Tanne_SnowdenInstagram Tronque: @tronqueJoin the World's Your Oysta community!Instagram: @wyo.podTikTok: @wyo.podYoutube: World's Your Oysta PodcastWebsite & Newsletter: WYO PodcastProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thousands of people convened in downtown Dallas Sunday afternoon to protest President Donald Trump's immigration policies in the 2025 Mega March. In other news, state authorities are abruptly shutting down a string of North Texas assisted living facilities, leaving families scrambling to relocate their elderly and high-needs loved ones. Texas Health and Human Services informed families on Thursday that the agency is shutting down a number of facilities operated by Silver Leaf Assisted Living; Monday was supposed to be the day that Neiman Marcus closed its doors for good at the iconic downtown site. Instead, it got a 9-month lifeline and a planned “reimagination” of the future. There were moving parts, but consumers — and their love for the store — was something of a surprise for Saks Global CEO Marc Metrick during the process; and it's a battle of Texas tonight in the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament Elite Eight matchup between TCU and Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

And more from KRLD 1080

Text us for a shout out! David and Justine Goubert are the special guests on The Florida Business Forum Podcast as we simulstream an interview from the Gold Coast Builders Association , Builders Spotlight. Join host Sam Yates us as we welcome the Gold Coast Builders Association's newest Members - We Set The Stage Broward.We Set The Stage Broward specializes in all phases of staging properties For Sale, Open Houses, Show Homes, Commercial Properties and much more. And, they have extras that makes them especially unique.Thanks to David's 30 years as an executive for Luis Vuitton and Neiman Marcus, a "White Glove" approach means adding furniture sales and other products to the mix. Justine Goubert, David's daughter, who is Set The Stage Broward's General Manager, has extensive experience in not only staging but special events such as high-performance racing F1 Miami and many other ultra events.We Set The Stage Broward is a family venture!Check out this special episode of the Gold Coast Builders Association's Builders Spotlight Podcast shared here on The Florida Business Forum Podcast, Florida's Number One Rated Business Forum Podcast. Support the showThe Florida Business Forum Podcast is now Florida's Number One Business Forum Podcast based on an independent survey of more than 400 Florida businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Produced by Yates & Associates, Public Relations & Marketing, and hosted by Emmy Award winning reporter and television anchor Sam Yates, The Florida Business Forum Podcast is your source for detailed Florida business and not-for-profit news. If you or your business or not-for-profit organization would like to share your news with our Florida, national, and international audience please contact Sam Yates, Sam@YatesPRO.com. The Florida Business Forum Podcast is the only business forum of its kind dedicated to Florida news, business, and not-for-profit organizations. When Florida business minds need to know, they turn to The Florida Business Forum Podcast first!Program Sponsorships are available starting at $500/monthly with a minimum six-month sponsorship. The Florida Business Forum Podcast is affiliated with the Pod National News Network USA providing business news podcasts to every State in the U.S.A. The Florida Business Forum Podcast is heard throughout Florida, the United States, and 32 countries and territories. Direct Media Inquiries to Sam Yates, Sam@Yatespro.com. Or via text to 7725285185.

Ronna Baby and (Bryan) Sweetiekins are back this week with an all new Free Feed, and we've got a Carriage House Catch-Up for the ages, pardon me. After some movie talk (everything from DeNiro in HEAT to Liza in ARTHUR), Ronna (& Bryan) give advice on driving your neighbors insane and how to enjoy your first ever gay cruise. It's a Bostonian grandma cacophony! If you're not a member of The Carriage House Patreon, you are missing OUT, excuse me. Of course we've got our Oscars Wrap-Up episode, which was a huge hit, but we've got a lot more coming, including a Shades of Vanilla Newsletter that will detail (in pictures!) our time at the Oscars. Ronna's dress fitting at Neiman Marcus, (Bryan)'s burgandy number that stunned on the carpet, and all the behind the scenes gossip you can handle. Join us! patreon.com/askronna Sponsor: Teach your children financial responsibility with a debit card from Acorns Early! Go to acornsearly.com/ronna for a free month on us!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some of the hottest neighborhoods in Dallas are located in downtown, Oak Cliff, northwest and West Dallas. These areas can get about 12 degrees hotter than other parts of the city during the summer, according to Dallas' latest urban heat island effect study. In other news, the federal government has until March 18 to pay Catholic Charities Fort Worth millions in grant funds that have been withheld since January; a 5-year-old boy reported missing in Grand Prairie over the weekend has been found dead, police officials confirmed Monday. Santiago Aburto Gonzalez was reported missing after he was seen Sunday evening leaving his home at the Ashton Park apartment complex; and a Dallas city official is set to get time with Saks Global as the date for the closure of the downtown Neiman Marcus nears. Dallas city manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert is slated to have a conversation with the department store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of The Kara Goldin Show, I'm joined by Dr. Julius Few, one of the country's top plastic surgeons and the founder of The Few Institute For Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Known as The Holistic Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Few has revolutionized the field with his Stackable Treatments™ approach, which mimics a facelift without surgery. He's also a trusted expert to celebrities and VIPs, including Gwyneth Paltrow, with whom he collaborated on goop's Youth-Boost Peptide Serum.In our conversation, Dr. Few shares his journey from medicine to entrepreneurship, how he built his renowned plastic surgery practice, and why he launched Dr. Few Skincare, now available at Neiman Marcus, goop, and Bergdorf Goodman. We discuss the latest trends in aesthetics, how Ozempic is changing facial aging, and the future of skincare and minimally invasive treatments. If you're curious about the intersection of beauty, science, and innovation, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Tune in now on The Kara Goldin Show! Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @‌KaraGoldin on all networks. To learn more about Dr. Julius Few and Dr. Few Skincare:https://www.linkedin.com/in/julius-few-md-33853427/http://www.instagram.com/juliusfewmdhttp://www.instagram.com/thefewinstitutehttp://www.drfewskincare.com Sponsored By:Range Rover Sport - The Range Rover Sport is your perfect ride. Visit LandRoverUSA.com and check it out.Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/karaBambooHR - See for yourself how BambooHR can transform the way you manage HR for your business. BambooHR.com/freedemo Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/660

Join us on What's Your Shine? The Happy Podcast for an extraordinary conversation with Yasmeen Tadia, founder of Make Your Life Sweeter, a luxury dessert experience brand that has taken the world by storm. Yasmeen is not just an entrepreneur—she's a visionary, innovator, and mentor, bringing joy to high-end events, corporate gatherings, and celebrity clients across the globe. In this inspiring episode, Yasmeen shares her journey from bootstrapping her business to working with clients like Meta, Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and Neiman Marcus. Her story is one of resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. From curating exclusive dessert experiences to navigating the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship, Yasmeen offers powerful insights on building a brand, staying true to your purpose, and creating opportunities through authentic relationships. She also opens up about the challenges of self-funding her business, balancing creativity with financial sustainability, and why she's passionate about mentoring future entrepreneurs.

Donna Letier is the CEO and founder of Gardenuity, a fast-growing company merging gardening with the wellness sector through personalized container gardens and AI-powered gardening experiences. Donna has raised $8 million for her company so far, innovating Gardenuity Match, which uses AI and weather tech to custom-craft gardens around lifestyles, climate and environment. With over 20 years of retail experience, spanning public and private companies, Donna has worked in the areas of operations, brand marketing, and product development, and takes a data-driven approach with a consumer point of view. Previously, she was CMO for a home furnishings brand with over $500M in annual revenue. She has also been part of the marketing team at Neiman Marcus, MGM, Barneys New York, and United Artists. Donna has been featured in Story of a Brand, Cheddar News, Forbes, Tech FW, WFAA #UpWithHer, Growing Spaces, and The Grow Network.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Legislators in the Texas House are finally hearing the HB3, school choice legislation, in the public education committee today. Expect nothing but lies from the Democrats and the long line of “witnesses” they'll have. Start with State Rep. James Talarico, a committee member, who claims that 70-percent of public school parents oppose school choice. Even the Left-leaning polls have shown overwhelming support for school choice in Texas.Texas Senators have a good point and good timing: Message to President Trump is to get Texas' water from Mexico while all the hardball negotiating is going on.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Illegal immigration and border news: ICE leads massive immigration operation, nabbing nearly 650 illegal aliens in Texas – a great start but numbers-wise it is hardly even a drop in the proverbial bucket. Flag-lowering ceremony closes CBP tent processing site on South Texas border Mexican Government Tried to Take Credit for Meth Seized by U.S. Authorities at Texas border Rashida Tlaib Casts Lone Vote Against Bill Requiring Reports on Cartel Smuggling Tunnels Under Border – hmmm, what other group does she support that brings murder and mahem to innocent people via tunnels? Following the outsider gutting of Neiman-Marcus, the same types are destroying Southwest Airlines: Southwest Airlines abandons famous free checked bags policy.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

On this week's Modern Retail Rundown, the staff discusses the drama surrounding a planned Neiman Marcus store closure in downtown Dallas. Elsewhere, reports swirl that Forever 21 is preparing for a possible bankruptcy, its second in six years. Lastly, Modern Retail looks at the battle that's brewing in the convenience store space as 7-Eleven's parent company tries to fight off a takeover bid by Circle K's owners.

The passing of a giant: Remembering Sylvester Turner, a longtime legislator, mayor of Houston and member of Congress.The Neiman Marcus flagship store, a symbol for Dallas for more than a century, is set to close for good, despite local efforts.The history of vaqueros and a legacy that continues in many a Texas kitchen and beyond. […] The post Remembering Sylvester Turner's life and legacy in Houston appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Join the world's top CHROs who are a part of Future of Work Leaders. An exclusive group of people leaders from around the world who are moving beyond traditional HR to focus on the future of work, employee experience, and leadership. Other groups are expensive, time consuming, filled with sales pitches and presentations, and don't add value. Future of Work Leaders is different, it's shaped by the very CHROs who are a part of it. We host monthly virtual discussions along with an thriving online community and a few in-person events each year. We focus on connections, insights, and value. Join CHROs from Tractor Supply, Northrop Grumman, Neiman Marcus, Dow, Lego, Patagonia, PNC Bank, and dozens of others. Learn more at FutureOfWorkLeaders.com   ________________ Start your day with the world's top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

Police said Monday they had not made any arrests in connection with a fight that led to a stampede at a national cheerleading competition over the weekend, but the investigation is still ongoing. In other news, a Texas health official is warning against “measles parties” as an outbreak grows in West Texas, resulting in the death of at least one unvaccinated school-aged child; the city of Dallas has received a key document in the effort to keep the downtown Neiman Marcus store open as it looks to meet with the company owner; and Dallas City Council member Carolyn King Arnold filed an emergency petition with a state appeals court on Monday seeking a spot on the May 3 election ballot despite already being deemed term-limited by the city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join host Eitan Koter as he chats with Lisa Bourne, an experienced leader in retail and eCommerce with a Harvard MBA and a strong background in business strategy. Lisa has worked with major brands like Amazon, Bergdorf Goodman, and Neiman Marcus, specializing in sales, marketing, and merchandising. She's also played a key role in social impact and DEI efforts, previously leading initiatives at Zwift and serving as Executive Director at Outdoor Afro.After a planned sabbatical, Lisa launched MariBourne Ventures, a consulting firm focused on retail and eCommerce optimization, nonprofit strategy, and DEI advisory. She excels at bridging brand storytelling with retail fundamentals, helping businesses drive growth while creating meaningful customer experiences.In this episode, Lisa talks about retail transformation, the impact of AI and personalization on eCommerce, and what brands need to do to stay relevant. She shares how companies can optimize their online presence, improve conversion rates, and build authentic relationships with customers.Lisa also discusses the importance of inclusive leadership and how organizations can create environments where diverse teams thrive. If you're looking for real-world strategies on retail success, leadership, and customer experience, this is the episode for you.Website: https://www.vimmi.net Email us: info@vimmi.net Podcast website: https://vimmi.net/mastering-ecommerce-marketing/ Talk to us on Social:Eitan Koter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eitankoter/ Vimmi LinkedIn: https://il.linkedin.com/company/vimmi YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VimmiCommunications Guest: Lisa Bourne, President & Founder at MariBourne VenturesLisa Bourne's LinkedIn:

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: A very interesting story about the new Air Force One planes on order, much delayed and over budget, from Boeing being built in San Antonio.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Scum: Saks still plans to close downtown Neiman Marcus despite efforts to resolve lease issue.DOGE says Texas nonprofit with former Biden transition member reaped millions operating empty migrant facility in Pecos.News from the 89th Texas Legislature includes: Texas Chief Justice Blacklock has very solid requests for the 89th Texas Legislature. Texas public universities upset they may lose their administrative “slush funds” over DEI and other Marxist indoctrination yet, they can't seem to stop the offensive behavior: A&M Geography Course Teaches Gender Is “Social Construct” Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: It was announced this afternoon that a deal has been made in Dallas that should (who knows with Saks?) keep the storied Neiman Marcus flagship store open in downtown Dallas. The ordeal is tied up in Texas history as much as any business story I've read.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Repeated musician bus trips from Mexico to Houston was a successful cocaine smuggling ring – until the border folk finally searched that “anomaly” in the big Vovlo bus' fuel tank. Also, 118 illegal aliens were arrested in Colony Ridge raids.News from the 89th Texas Legislature includes: Texas House Suspends Rules to Honor Group Opposing Voter ID School choice bill in the House now has enough co-sponsors to equal 76 votes – enough to pass. $113K Funneled Into Legislator's Pocket Via Taxpayer-funded Lobbying Payouts? – many legislators don't want to stop taxpayer funded lobbying because they want to cash out with one of the lobby jobs at some point. Dems seem to have long figured out how to do it while elected! Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

A unanimous Texas Senate approved a bill Wednesday to give across-the-board pay raises for state teachers. Senators voted 31-0 for Senate Bill 26, sending to the Texas House legislation to give $10,000 a year raises to educators who have five or more years of experience and work in districts with fewer than 5,000 students. Those in larger districts with at least five years in the classroom would get a $5,500 raise, while those with three years of experience would be paid $2,500 a year more. In other news, Neiman Marcus' downtown store is still slated to close at the end of March, even after Dallas city and business leaders worked to resolve a landlord dispute; U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., says her congressional task force on declassifying government secrets hopes to interview doctors who were at the Dallas hospital where President John F. Kennedy was taken after being fatally shot; And Texas Republicans' demand for a school voucher-style program appears poised to clear a major hurdle as a slim majority of House members have signaled their support. Gov. Greg Abbott celebrated Wednesday that 75 Republican representatives signed on as co-authors to House Bill 3, priority legislation to create education savings accounts, which would give families access to public dollars to pay for private school tuition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

February 26, 2025Have you had your dose of The Daily MoJo today? www.TheDailyMojo.com"Ep 022625: Fire Them All!  - The Daily MoJo"A countdown to a significant launch reveals critiques of Kathleen Kennedy's leadership at Lucasfilm, highlighting failures in franchises like Star Wars and Indiana Jones. The discussion touches on cold water immersion and its health effects, alongside political commentary on free speech issues. Legal proceedings create uncertainty, while retail challenges emerge with Neiman Marcus's closure. The conversation also celebrates a female pilot's extraordinary landing achievement.Phil Bell's Morning Update - The political persecution of Laurel Libby! HEhttps://rumble.com/v6ph16o-the-political-persecution-of-laurel-libby-phil-bells-morning-update.htmlREDouglass Mackey - Subject of a Federal lawsuit over "election interference" - joins the program to discuss the bogus case put forth by the Feds regarding an internet meme that suggested a person could cast a vote for Hillary via text.Follow Doug on X: HEREHelp Doug out if you can HEREOur affiliate partners:Romika Designs is an awesome American small business that specializes in creating laser-engraved gifts and awards for you, your family, and your employees. Want something special for someone special? Find exactly what you want at MoJoLaserPros.com  There have been a lot of imitators, but there's only OG – American Pride Roasters Coffee. It was first and remains the best roaster of fine coffee beans from around the world. You like coffee? You'll love American Pride – from the heart of the heartland – Des Moines, Iowa. AmericanPrideRoasters.com   Find great deals on American-made products at MoJoMyPillow.com. Mike Lindell – a true patriot in our eyes – puts his money where his mouth (and products) is/are. Find tremendous deals at MoJoMyPillow.com – Promo Code: MoJo50  Life gets messy – sometimes really messy. Be ready for the next mess with survival food and tools from My Patriot Supply. A 25 year shelf life and fantastic variety are just the beginning of the long list of reasons to get your emergency rations at PrepareWithMoJo50.comStay ConnectedWATCH The Daily Mojo LIVE 7-9a CT: www.TheDailyMojo.com (RECOMMEDED)Watch:Rumble: HEREFacebook: HEREFreedomsquare: HEREYouTube: HEREListen:LISTEN: HEREBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-daily-mojo-with-brad-staggs--3085897/support.

City leaders aren't about to let downtown Neiman Marcus go quietly. A letter will call for Saks Global and property owners to meet next week and hammer out a solution that keeps the iconic, multi-story building open for business. The move was revealed at a sidewalk press conference outside the store that included officials from the city, economic development and real estate as they called for the store to keep operating. In other news, Plano City Council approved new plans for The Shops at Willow Bend Monday, a green light to demolish more than a third of the suburban mall and build a development with apartments, townhomes, retail, hotel, office and restaurant space; Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows has thrown his support behind legislation aimed at driving down property taxes by sending billions of dollars to school districts and giving small businesses more tax exemptions; and in the first meeting since the shocking trade that sent Luka Doncic to Los Angeles, the Dallas Mavericks squared off with their former teammate last night. In the first of what could be many ‘Luka Revenge Games' Doncic notched a triple double of 19 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists in a 107-99 win for the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Also, the downtown Neiman Marcus flagship store will stay after a new agreement, and Gov. Greg Abbott told Texas Rangers to investigate two Texas Lottery drawings with major jackpots.

In this compelling episode of the Remarkable Retail podcast, Michael LeBlanc and Steve Dennis welcome Ashley Kechter, Global President of Fabletics, to explore the rapid expansion of the athleisure powerhouse. Since its 2014 launch, Fabletics has evolved into a billion-dollar brand, leveraging an innovative membership model, proprietary fabrics, and a growing network of 100+ physical stores. Ashley shares insights into Fabletics' omnichannel retail strategy, international expansion, and wholesale partnerships, including its upcoming collaboration with Nordstrom.The episode also unpacks some of the biggest retail industry headlines:Saks and Neiman Marcus merger: A seismic shift in the luxury retail landscape, with Saks Global trimming its vendor base by 25% and extending payment terms—sending shockwaves through the industry.Walmart's strong earnings: While Walmart posted 5%+ growth and a booming ad business, the retailer warned of slowing future sales due to consumer uncertainty and potential tariff impacts.Wayfair's struggles: Despite cutting losses, the home retailer's growth remains stagnant, raising concerns about its long-term viability.Luxury retail resilience: Hermès continues its impressive momentum, with 15% sales growth, proving that high-end consumers remain active even in economic uncertainty. Nike x Kim Kardashian: A strategic Skims x Nike collaboration signals a fresh take on the women's activewear market.Dick's Sporting Goods store strategy: While the retailer is scaling back on Outdoor Voices, it is doubling down on its experiential retail concept, House of Sport, with 15 new store openings planned for 2025. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

Lauren and Becky Malinsky dial in from London, right after Burberry's show at the Tate Britain. They discuss the future of that brand (with or without designer Daniel Lee), the future of London Fashion Week, shopping in London, and the tenor of its street style versus New York, Los Angeles, and Paris. They also interrogate what's happening as Saks Global (owner of Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, and Bergdorf Goodman) battles with its brands regarding late payments and how it may affect the customer experience. Finally, they get into the why behind the launch of Nike Skims. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Also, a family finally has closure after a 25-year-old cold case was solved in Weatherford, and Dallas police say someone was attacked early Monday morning (UPDATE: They have made an arrest). A family finally has closure...after a 25 year old cold case is solved in Weatherford....

The Dallas Morning News food team discusses the closure of iconic establishment The Zodiac at Neiman Marcus in downtown Dallas, along with some of the new spots they've tried in North Texas. The team also answers reader questions: Where do you never skip dessert? What's the story behind Mia's? That's all on this episode of Eat Drink D-FW. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Dallas Morning News food team discusses the closure of iconic establishment The Zodiac at Neiman Marcus in downtown Dallas, along with some of the new spots they've tried in North Texas. The team also answers reader questions: Where do you never skip dessert? What's the story behind Mia's? That's all on this episode of Eat Drink D-FW. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

By clicking here you can anonymously (except for the last 4 digits of your number) let me know what you think about my podcast and what you'd like to hear about on an upcoming episode of Wonder Boldly. Thank you so much!In this episode, Christine sits down with the incredible Christina Flach, celebrity makeup artist, CEO and founder of Pretty Girl Makeup, and a woman who truly embodies resilience, passion, and purpose.Christina's talent has graced the faces of icons like Condoleezza Rice, Hilary Swank, Isiah Washington, Melissa McCarthy, Rita Moreno, Renee Zellweger, and Tyler Florence. She's worked with luxury brands including Gucci and Louis Vuitton, and her artistry has been featured in Vogue, Time, People, and Elle. She's a philanthropist, beauty expert on NBC's California Live, and a devoted mother who has turned personal tragedy into purpose.Christina shares:The mindset to go after what she truly wantsSaying yes to opportunities and showing up as your best selfHer heart-wrenching journey of loss, the passing of her baby, Beau, and how she honors his memory through philanthropy Beauty is confidence, resilience, and feeling amazing from the inside outAbout Christina: A makeup artist, CEO and founder of Pretty Girl Makeup. Her celebrity clientele includes Hilary Swank, Isiah Washington, Melissa McCarthy, Rita Moreno, Renee Zellweger, Tyler Florence and more. She works with high end brands such as Gucci and Louis Vuitton, has been featured in campaigns for Macy's, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Bloomingdales, and magazines including Vogue, Time, People, and Elle. In addition, Christina also writes articles about the best tips, tricks, and hacks in makeup and is featured as a beauty expert on California Live on NBC. In addition to her career, she is a devoted mother of four and philanthropist and raises awareness for sepsis. She started the Beau Friedman outdoor classroom at the Edna McGuire school in Mill Valley, CA raising money for the Baby Beau and Ken Flach educational funds at the Northern Light School in Oakland, CA. Christina uses her platform to promote the importance of feeling beautiful from the inside out. Websites: www.PrettyGirlMakeup.com and www.ChristinaFlach.comI'm Too Busy TV: https://www.youtube.com/playlSupport the showPlease share this with a friend who might need a little extra inspiration. Don't forget to tag @christinebsantos on Instagram! If this episode helped you in any way, please consider supporting Christine by inquiring about her Podcast Production Offers - you can dm Christine here: https://www.instagram.com/christinebsantos/ or send an email to hello@christinebsantos.com. Check out her Website: Wonder Boldly Christine is a proud Brand Ambassador for Harborside Bath and Body: https://harborsidebathandbody.com?sca_ref=7834407.5lPJ3nNEGR. Her go to small business for toxin-free and organic body and hair care needs. Check them out using this link https://harborsidebathandbody.com?sca_ref=7834407.5lPJ3nNEGR.If you make a purchase using the link Christine will receive a small commission. Thank you for supporting small businesses.Thank you so much for listening. It would mean the world, if you'd subscribe/follow, share it with a friend and leave a 5 star review. It takes all of us, let's support small businesses together!

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Kroger Launches Express Delivery with Instacart – Kroger partners with Instacart to roll out Express Delivery, offering customers fast, same-day grocery delivery directly from Kroger's website or app.Neiman Marcus to Close Historic Dallas Flagship Store – The 116-year-old Neiman Marcus downtown Dallas flagship will close on March 31, following a $100M investment by Saks Global to renovate NorthPark Center's location.PayMore Stores Plans 90 New Locations in 2025 – Secondhand electronics retailer PayMore will expand with 90 new U.S. stores, growing its buy-sell-trade tech footprint across major markets like LA, Austin, and Orlando.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: A little-reported, yet, news story out of free China, Taiwan, is huge for Texas' future. Also, as predicted Saks is destroying the Texas-based culture of Neiman Marcus by closing the corporate offices in Texas and closing the flagship store in downtown Dallas!Also in the key for Texas business stack: Texas Oil Export Port To Get Trump Team's Blessing.And much Texas space news including: TCEQ rejects anti-SpaceX calls to deny company its Starship deluge water permit. Firefly's lander set to land on moon on Texas Independence Day! Starlab space station wins $15 million grant from Texas. Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Did Lubbock's state rep. Dustin Burrows use our taxpayer money to buy the Democrat votes he used to become Speaker of the House? That question and others are being asked today of the Republican elected by a majority of House Democrats and a minority of House Republicans.Texan Brooke Rollins, the new U.S. Secretary for Agriculture, is looking to reform SNAP welfare with Robert Kennedy, Jr. in a great way sure to cause much distress from the Left.Much border and illegal immigration related news in the stack today including: New head of Border Patrol swears in National Guard, DPS who can arrest immigrants.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The larger North Texas school districts say classes will be held Wednesday, despite Dallas-Fort Worth being under an extreme cold warning. With the arrival of an Arctic blast, the region could see the coldest air of the season this morning. It expects wind chills in the area to dip into single digits in the metroplex. Other big local school districts, including Arlington, Fort Worth, Frisco and Richardson, announced that they will also remain open Wednesday. Though some also said students can arrive early to ensure safety. Dallas ISD and Richardson ISD have cancelled all athletics outdoor activities and events through Thursday due to the inclement weather. In other news, Neiman Marcus is closing its downtown store after more than 100 years in the core of the city. The storied site on Main Street will shutter effective March 31; Interim Dallas police Chief Michael Igo on Tuesday fired a Dallas police officer who'd been arrested on an aggravated sexual assault of a child charge; And Mariano Martinez remembers the exact moment he had an idea that would revolutionize beverages not only in Dallas but around the world. Martinez, who opened his restaurant, Mariano's Mexican Cuisine, now Mariano's Hacienda, in 1971, told The Dallas Morning News that a customer had complained to him that they didn't like his margaritas, saying the first was fine, the second tasted different, and the third wasn't even cold. Find out how Martinez took that comment and changed the bar and restaurant scene for the better in today's edition of the Dallas Morning News. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Support the show: http://www.newcountry963.com/hawkeyeinthemorningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Also, Neiman Marcus will be closing its flagship store in Dallas, and a former power broker from Guatemala has been sentenced to prison by a federal judge in Plano.

Future of Work Leaders is a NEW community of the world's top CHROs who are shaping the future of work and employee experience. Other communities focus purely on traditional HR, are VERY expensive, members are constantly being sold to, and there's far more fluff than value. Future of Work Leaders is affordable for any CHRO, there's no selling, no speeches, and no fluff. It's purely focused on strategy, insight, and connections with world leading CHROs who are shaping the future of work and employee experience. Join 40 members including CHROs from LEGO, Johnson & Johnson, Dow, Tractor Supply, Northrop Grumman, and Neiman Marcus. Check out FutureOfWorkLeaders.com to learn more and request an invite.   ________________ Start your day with the world's top leaders by joining thousands of others at Great Leadership on Substack. Just enter your email: ⁠⁠https://greatleadership.substack.com/

Today on a special edition of our show:Remembering Kent AllenEvolution of Global eCommercePioneers in Cross-Border TradeCurrent Trends and PlayersJim OkamuraPartner, McMillanDoolittle and co-founder, Global E-Commerce Leaders ForumJim has over 25 years of consulting experience focused on strategic planning in the retail industry. His work in retail innovation and digital transformation has resulted in industry-leading thinking on retailer best practices and strategy. Jim has published global and national retail studies and has been a featured speaker at the NRF, Shop.org, and many international conferences. In 2013 Jim co-founder the Global E-Commerce Leaders forum, a digital retail community and conference series focused on global growth strategies for consumer brands. Jim has developed growth strategies for clients such as Adidas, Bridgestone, Maurices, Dress Barn, Gap, DSW, LensCrafters, Nike, Neiman Marcus, Souris Mini, Timberland, Victoria's Secret, Lowes, Crate and Barrel, MasterCard, Walgreens, Marriott and Emart. Scott SilvermanCo-Founder CommerceNext; Co-Founder, Global Ecommerce Leaders ForumSilverman has been active in the retail and ecommerce industries for more than 20 years and is passionate about digital commerce and the innovation driving the industry. In 2013, Silverman co-founded the Global Ecommerce Leaders Forum, a forum and series of conferences for international and cross-border ecommerce. In 2017, Silverman co-founded CommerceNext, a community, event series and conference for marketers at retail and direct-to-consumer brands.Silverman began his career in ecommerce in 1999 where he led National Retail Federation's digital division, Shop.org, until 2010. During his time at NRF he launched the Shop.org Annual Summit and a number of research studies. He co-invented “Cyber Monday” in 2005 and was the founder of Cybermonday.com in 2006, a shopping site that has generated more than $2.5 million for NRF's Ray Greenly scholarship fund.In honor of Kent Allen:A digital commerce industry analyst for the last twenty plus years, Kent's research and thought leadership has strongly influenced the development of the global/cross-border ecommerce sector. Since collaborating with Jim Okamura on the industry's first international ecommerce benchmark study in 2008, Kent has published a wide collection of reports and articles chronicling the rise of global ecommerce ecosystems.Kent also leads strategy, industry analysis, thought leadership and content marketing initiatives that focus on omnichannel commerce and digital marketing innovations. His work includes executive research, industry speaking engagements, white papers and case studies, social content, webinars, and retail tours for retail and consumer goods executives. His latest focus, The Global Customer Journey Project explores how the online shopping journey differs in markets around the world.The Research Trust's industry marketing programs help innovative digital companies tell their story and build ongoing relationships with prospects, established clients and partners. Kent's practice provides a mix of strategic planning services, best practices research and market analysis for global brands and technology partners striving to better serve connected consumers around the world.

In this week's episode, we're re-airing one of our top episodes with Jamie O'Banion, the founder and CEO of BeautyBio, a clean skincare and tool brand that leads with transparency and efficacy.Jamie's passion for science came at a young age as she watched her father, a cosmetic chemist, in his lab developing products and eventually joined him after college. Ten years later, having witnessed brands using minimal concentrations of active ingredients to cut costs and make false clinical claims, Jamie knew she had to address this issue in the industry. That's when the idea for BeautyBio was born. The aim was to provide clients with what they were paying for and help them understand the ingredients behind the products.She debuted on HSN that same year and sold out on the first day. Five years later, she launched one of the brand's flagship products, GloPRO, an at-home micro-needling device that generated $4 million in sales within its first 24 hours and has since surpassed the $100 million mark. Fast forward to 2023, BeautyBio is available in over 1,700 stores, including Ulta, Sephora, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and more.In this episode, we'll talk to Jamie about:* The concept of “breadcrumbs” in life and how everything happens for a reason. [03:13]*Growing up with a family of six has influenced the woman Jamie is today. [06:39]*Managing the challenges of motherhood. [15:06]*Jamie's upbringing and what sparked her interest in science. [22:03]*The importance of team and how they've been integral in her journey. [26:42]*Dealing with challenging experiences as an entrepreneur. [29:28]*Co-founding Organicare with her physician father in 2008. [33:09]*Adapting to consumer demand without compromising business ethos. [37:38]*Pivoting from selling ingredients to launching BeautyBio. [43:14]*Future plans for BeautyBio post-acquisition. [49:09]In this week's episode, Jamie guides us through the various "breadcrumbs" of life and how every individual experience she had before launching her business led her to exactly where she is today. We dive into her upbringing as one of six children, how she stumbled into entrepreneurship, why her initial business idea failed, and how she quickly pivoted to what eventually became BeautyBio. We talk about all the challenging experiences in her over ten year journey running the business, how they ended up selling the business last year, and so much more. This episode is brought to you by Beeya:* If you or anyone you know have been struggling with hormonal imbalances and bad periods, go to https://beeyawellness.com/free to download the free guide to tackling hormonal imbalances and to learn more about Beeya's seed cycling bundle.* Plus, get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10Follow Yasmin:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri* Website: https://www.behindherempire.comFollow Jamie:* Website: https://beautybio.com* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautybio* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieobanion Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lindsay Silberman has extensive experience as a magazine editor and content creator before launching Hotel Lobby Candle, a candle company designed to take customers back to their favorite travel destinations. Lindsay shares her journey of learning how to create products and she gives advice on pitching editors and writers for media coverage.To learn more about Hotel Lobby Candle and for show notes: https://www.shopify.com/blog/hotel-lobby-candle-storytellingFor video interviews with founders, subscribe to the Shopify Masters YouTube channel.

In this episode, Sali is joined by Mara Roszak, a celebrity hair stylist whose clients include Zoe Saldaña, Emma Stone, Michelle Yeoh, Natalie Portman, Kate Mara, among many others. However, in 2021, after the birth of her first child, Mara set her sights on a new venture and launched RŌZ (www.rozhair.com), an incredible line of clean haircare products. The brand has been met with massive success and is currently stocked at major retailers including Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and Credo.Mara's interest in hair started as a teen when she first taught herself how to tame her frizz, and soon she found that doing hair—for herself and others—brought her confidence. By 16, Mara was enrolled in beauty school, followed by a stint at the famed Chris McMillan salon, and eventually landing her first celebrity client right after graduation: Sarah Michelle Gellar, circa peak early-aughts fame. In this episode, we'll get into it all, including:finding career purpose at a young age and putting herself through beauty school.moving quickly from doing friends' and family's hair to styling Sarah Michelle Gellar for the red carpet.struggling with confidence and finding her “flow state.”red carpets, photoshoots, and world tours—what the work of a celebrity hair stylist really looks like.and the absolute hardest part about being a female founder.For more Mara, check out her Work Friends profile: www.argentwork.com/blogs/work-friends/mara-roszakWork Friends is produced by ARGENT (www.argentwork.com), a women's clothing label on a mission to redefine workwear and drive forward women's progress. For more, follow ARGENT on Instagram, @ARGENT, and subscribe to the ARGENT YouTube channel, @ARGENTWork, for clips and bonus content. To be featured on a future episode, email your work questions and dilemmas to WorkFriends@ARGENTWork.com for a chance to have one of our amazing guests weigh in with advice.

Rent the Runway 2.0 - Redefining the Future of Fashion with Jennifer HymanJennifer Hyman, co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway, joins Ken Pilot to discuss the company's journey over the past 15 years. Jennifer Hyman is the Co-Founder and CEO of Rent the Runway, a company that is disrupting the trillion-dollar fashion industry with the world's first and largest shared designer closet. She has led the company for 15 years through all stages of growth, from inception in 2009 to a scale of more than 3M lifetime customers. Jennifer took the company public in 2021, making her the first woman ever to IPO a company with an all-female executive suite and the 30th woman ever to IPO a company. She has been honored on the TIME Top 100 Most Influential People List and the CNBC Disruptor List for 5 out of 10 years. She also serves on the Board of Directors of The Estée Lauder Companies and Zalando. Rent the Runway's Origins and Growth Hyman pitched the concept to Diane von Furstenberg 48 hours after having the idea The company now rents about $5 billion worth of designer clothing annually Rent the Runway works with over 1,000 designers and has had 100% brand retention over 15 years Business Model and Profitability The company has focused on becoming capital-light, with revenue sharing agreements with brands. Rent the Runway has more than doubled its margins over the last few years. The goal is to reach free cash flow breakeven. Challenges and Resilience COVID-19 presented significant challenges for the business. Hyman emphasizes the importance of resilience and staying in the game. Marketing and Customer Acquisition The company is refocusing on top-of-funnel marketing activities. Rent the Runway is leveraging its community and introducing new initiatives like the "Icons" program. Physical Retail and Partnerships Hyman expresses interest in partnerships with retailers like Sephora, Ulta, or Zara. Previous partnerships with Neiman Marcus drove significant foot traffic. Industry Insights Hyman discusses the disruption in the fashion industry, particularly from companies like Shein and Amazon. She notes the changing perception of brand value among consumers. Technology and AI Rent the Runway is exploring AI applications in various areas, including photography, customer service, and search algorithms.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Episode: Building a Business And The Power Of Stories Guests: Hust Williamson, Mary Scott Jameson and Hodges Markwalter Welcome to another episode of What's Your Story where we host in depth conversations with business leaders to explore how they use storytelling to engage their audiences. Taking on the journey of entrepreneurship is not an easy feat and it's not for the faint of heart. It takes passion behind your product or service and quite a bit of gusto on how you deliver your messages to investors and potential customers. And today, we have two entrepreneurs joining us: Mary Scot Jameson and Hodges Markwalter. Here's a little about each of them: 00:01:55- MARY SCOTT JAMESON, CEO AND CO-FOUNDER OF SITANO- An Atlanta native, Mary Scott Jameson, is Sitano's co-founder and CEO/Creative Director. Mary Scott attended the University of Georgia with a B.A. in Art History and minor in Spanish. She began her career in fashion almost 10 years ago in the Neiman Marcus buying program in Dallas, TX as an assistant buyer. Since then, she has pursued various positions in HR, conference and event planning, and business development in the multi-family real estate and alternative asset management industries. She enjoys sketching, running, playing tennis, hanging with friends and interviewing female founders on her podcast, She Had A Vision. She resides in New York with her husband, Walter.  ·       https://www.shopsitano.com/ ·       Instagram: @sitano_official ·       maryscott@shopsitano.com 00:06:27-HODGES MARLKWATER, CRO AND CO-FOUNDER OF VIVA FINANCE- Hodges Markwalter is the Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Office of Atlanta-based VIVA Finance, a fintech upstart that provides working Americans access to fair and affordable credit. His responsibilities include overseeing VIVA's growth initiatives, including digital marketing, partnerships, and revenue operations. Hodges also assists with operations and personnel matters at VIVA. Prior to co-founding VIVA, Hodges worked at Truist Securities as an analyst in their Equity Capital Markets group. Under Hodges and his brother Jack's leadership, VIVA has originated over $180,000,000 in consumer loans and improved the financial health of 30,000+ customers. Hodges earned a BA in Finance from the University of Notre Dame, graduating with Cum Laude honors. ·       https://www.viva-finance.com/ ·       https://www.linkedin.com/company/viva-finance/ ·       https://www.linkedin.com/in/hodges-markwalter-b46421102/   LAUNCHING A COMPANY: 00:11:50- How do you get your first audience for your business? How do you get started into changing it from an idea to a business? 00:15:00- Mary Scott takes us down a different path from VIVA Finance. GET BUY IN: 00:17:30- Fundraising with investors and getting buy in into the next phase. 00:18:29- Mary Scott describes her story of finding different spaces to include her brand and her product. 00:19:49- Hodges talks about the early days of pounding the pavement and tells us how he created his pitch. FEEDBACK AND BUILDING A BRAND: 00:21:47- When a company's story or brand is really compelling, when thinking about your company what was the feedback that was helpful in the early stages when building your story? 00:22:33- Hodges talks about being nimble. 00:24:00- Mary Scott shares the feedback she received in the early stages of building her company and the feedback she continues to receive. INVESTORS: 00:25:52- What does it take to get an investor to back you? One key takeaway. STORIES: 00:28:12- Stories shared by Mary Scott and Hodges about the early days of launching their businesses. ·       Mary Scott shares a story about when losing sleep became a best seller and solidified her commitment to her company. ·       Hodges tells us a story about how doing something so small was the make or break moment of his company's success.

It's our annual review of Neiman's extravagant gift guide. We will return with Martha Stewart Part 2 the week of 1/1/2025!subscribe to our patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We wrap up Season 9 with Part 2 of taking account of Steve's 2024 retail predictions. Our second batch include:7.  Neiman Marcus and Saks merge.8. Nordstrom goes private.9.  Apple's "Vision Pro" is a big nothing burger...for now10.  Sustainability schizophrenia hits a new high.11.  Bailing still doesn't fix the hole among those stuck in the mediocre middle.12.  Health-related services are this year's retail media networks.13.  Commercial real estate becomes a slow motion crisis (if we're lucky)We also discuss some upcoming NRF activities including Steve's appearance at the inaugural edition of the "NRF Book Club" and a live on-stage special recording of the Remarkable Retail podcast at Celonis' WTC headquarters on January 13th. NRF Top Retail Voices 2025Steve's 2024 Retail Predictions About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

We are so excited to chat with photo director/visual cultural commentator/incredible Instagram follow Emily Keegin about her Thingies! Also: some thoughts on where to get your gift guides this year, should you not be overwhelmed with them already. Thank you for respecting our decision not to do 2024 gift guides! If you want past installments, we have five year's worth here. For the freshest stuff, check out Helen Rosner's for the New Yorker, Goop (the modern Neiman Marcus catalog?), Caroline Moss of Gee Thanks!, Alisha Ramos of Downtime, T mag, The Strategist's searchable Gift Scout, and a roundup of Substack gift guides from last year (that'll point you toward this year's too, certainly).  Emily's Thingies include Thomas Tallis polychoral music from the 1500s (Fifty Shades–coded?), spraying perfume or hand sanitizer on your armpits and vodka on your clothes, passionfruit, Madness, Rack, and Honey by Mary Ruefle, and scrolling through someone else's Instagram feed. What are your Thingies lately? Please share with us at podcast@athingortwohq.com, @athingortwohq, our Geneva, or our Substack comments! Hire with Indeed and get a $75 sponsored job credit when you use our link. Learn from the best with MasterClass and get up to 50% off when you use our link. YAY.