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AI-driven retail is reshaping how consumers discover products and private label brands may be one of the biggest winners.In this episode of Five Things Friday- APAC Edition, the conversation explores why private label adoption across Asia-Pacific is accelerating, how retailers are using customer insight more effectively, and why future retail competition may shift from branding toward relevance, personalization, and AI-powered recommendation systems.The episode also dives into:Kmart's Anko success storyWhy APAC still lags Europe in private label penetrationMecca vs Sephora in AustraliaWhy physical retail still matters for Gen Z and MillennialsAI-driven shopping behaviorThe future of retail influence and algorithmsWhat The Devil Wears Prada reveals about modern commerceIf you work in retail, ecommerce, AI, consumer strategy, or brand leadership, this episode offers a sharp look at where retail is heading next.00:00 — Introduction00:01 — What Private Label Means in Retail00:03 — Why APAC Is a High-Growth Opportunity00:05 — AI-Driven Shopping & Retail Recommendations00:06 — Beauty Retail in Australia00:08 — Why Physical Retail Still Matters00:09 — The Devil Wears Prada & Algorithmic Influence00:11 — Retail Leaders Debate AI's Real Value00:13 — Final Thoughts

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In this Omni Talk Retail interview, recorded live from World Retail Congress 2026 in Berlin, Chris Walton chats with Paolo Bonsignore, Commercial and Marketing Director at Coop Italian Food, to discuss why private label can no longer compete on price alone. Paolo shares how Coop Italian Food has evolved private label into a true point of differentiation by building emotionally driven brands, category storytelling, and packaging that connects with consumers on a deeper level. From neuroscience-backed design testing to AI-powered packaging feedback, the conversation explores how retailers can rethink private label strategy in a world where consumers expect more than “me too” products. The discussion also dives into Italy's unique food ecosystem, why retailers underestimate the power of their own banner brands, and how Coop Italian Food helps global retailers source authentic Italian products while building stronger private label programs. Key Topics Covered: • Why “me too” private label strategies no longer work • How emotion and storytelling drive stronger packaging design • The role of neuroscience and AI in product development • Why selling well matters more than simply buying well • How Coop Italian Food supports retailers around the world • The future of private label differentiation in grocery retail • Why banner trust became even stronger after COVID • How retailers can create more engaging shelf experiences • The opportunity for AI to accelerate packaging and design decisions Thank you to Vusion for supporting Omni Talk Retail's live coverage from World Retail Congress 2026 in Berlin. #WRC2026 #WorldRetailCongress #OmniTalkRetail #PrivateLabel #GroceryRetail #RetailInnovation #CPG #PackagingDesign #AIinRetail #RetailStrategy

Private-label brands have transitioned from a budget-driven alternative to a core pillar of growth and loyalty in the food and beverage industry. In this episode, Circana's Sally Lyons Wyatt unpacks data showing how store brands continue to gain ground in the marketplace, even as inflation pressures ease. The conversation also explores how evolving shopping behaviors — especially the rise of e-commerce and AI-driven purchasing — are reshaping the competitive landscape. As digital agents prioritize price, availability and functional equivalence over brand equity, private label stands to benefit, particularly within retailer-controlled ecosystems.

Sheetz hits a major sustainability milestone, Canadian grocer Sobeys readies electronic shelf label technology, and C-store employees enter the Private Label Hall of Fame.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Kelly Yang spoke with us about burning out at Harvard Law, navigating Hollywood's power dynamics, and her adult fiction debut THE TAKE. ​​Kelly Yang is the award-winning and bestselling author of over 15 books for children, teens and adults, including the lauded Front Desk series (Front Desk, Three Keys, Room to Dream, Key Player, Top Story, and Chef's Secret), New From Here, Finally Seen, Finally Heard, young adult novels  Parachutes and Private Label, as well as the picture books Yes We Will: Asian Americans Who Shaped This Country and Little Bird Laila. Based on Kelly's childhood experience living and working in a motel as a first-generation immigrant child from China, her debut novel, Front Desk, was named "one of the best books of the 21st century" by Kirkus Reviews. Her adult debut novel, The Take (April 14, 2026), “blends social commentary with psychological suspense, set in contemporary Hollywood, that dives into biohacking, youth-obsessed culture, and the dangerous bargains women make to stay relevant at work.” Marie Claire called it, “One part The Substance, another part The Devil Wears Prada, The Take is a juicy, twisty take on aging, success, and race. Told in a sharp and hilarious voice, The Take is sure to be one of the hottest books of spring.” New York Times bestselling author Grace D. Li called the book, “Breathlessly plotted and fearlessly told, The Take is a timely, incisive examination of ambition, aging, and who gets to tell whose stories in Hollywood.” Kelly has written screenplays and television pilots for Netflix, CBS Studios, and the CW. She and Kate DiCamillo also co-host the StoryKind podcast. [Discover The Writer Files Extra: Get 'The Writer Files' Podcast Delivered Straight to Your Inbox at writerfiles.fm] [If you're a fan of The Writer Files, please click FOLLOW to automatically see new interviews. And drop us a rating or a review wherever you listen] In this file Kelly Yang, Milena and I discussed: Why she wasn't a great law student Teaching creative writing in Hong Kong How her desire to get her kid to read led to a hit series Her weird experiences navigating Hollywood as a baby writer On horrible first drafts and a love of revision The Shy Girl AI controversy And a lot more!  Show Notes: kellyyang.com  The Take by Kelly Yang – April 14, 2026 (Amazon) Listen to Storykind Podcast Kelly Yang on Instagram⁠⁠ Milena Gonzalez | Writer | Reader | Book Reviewer diary_of_a_book_babe on Instagram Kelton Reid Instagram Kelton Reid on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deutschlands erfolgreichster Batteriehersteller auf Amazon. Denis Rammig, Head of E-Commerce bei VARTA Consumer, spricht mit Host Florian Vette über den Weg vom klassischen Key-Account-Denken zum europäischen E-Commerce-Powerhouse. - Batterien: Ein Markt der Zukunft? - Als einziger Hersteller noch in Deutschland produzieren: Kostenfaktor oder echter Wettbewerbsvorteil? - VARTAs internationale Marktplatz-Strategie: Europa als ein Markt mit verschiedenen Sprachen - VARTAs Sortiements-Strategie: 4er-Blister war gestern - Wettbewerbs Druck auf Amazon: Private Label, Amazon Basics und Eigenvertrieb - Subscribe & Save, Agentic Commerce, KI-gestützte Einkaufsagenten - Organisch stark, kaum Advertising nötig – wie lange trägt das Modell noch? - B2B auf Amazon: Vom Friseursalon bis zum DAX Konzern - VARTA in 5 Jahren: Team, Tools, Marktplätze Besonders spannend: Denis und Florian sprechen über ChannelEngine als Middleware. Was nimmt der Partner wirklich ab? Und warum hat die Einführung im Konzern zwei Jahre gedauert?

This Deep Dive episode by Global Trade Gal clarifies the three primary manufacturing models in the home décor industry: OEM, ODM, and Private Label. The discussion defines OEM as creating products from a brand's unique specifications, ODM as modifying manufacturer-owned designs, and Private Label as branding pre-made goods for the fastest market entry. The episode evaluates each model's pros and cons—such as initial investment, speed, and design exclusivity—and explains how businesses may evolve through these stages or combine them to balance creative control with financial risk.To learn more read our blog post https://mondoro.com/the-difference-between-oem-odm-and-private-label-in-home-decor-manufacturing/Support the showThe best way not to miss an episode is to subscribe or follow us on your favorite podcast apps. If you are enjoying the show, please help by rating or reviewing us. This really does help others find the show.  A 5-star rating goes a long way!  Know someone who would love the show?  The biggest compliment you can give is to share it with a friend!  The Global Trade Gal Podcast is a production of Mondoro.com. Mondoro specializes in creating, developing, and manufacturing home decor and furniture products for export. If you're interested in learning more, please reach out to Anita directly at sales@mondoro.com. We would love to hear from you! You can also discover more about us through the links below.Check our out website @ Mondoro.comFollow Us on: YouTube: @MondoroCompanyLinkedIn @MondoroInstagram @Mondoro_CompanyFacebook @MondoroCompanyLtdPinterest @MondoroCo

Send us Fan Mail在这一期《柠檬变成柠檬水》节目里，主持人俞骅和Poy Zhong带大家走进一家看似“奇怪”，却极具商业智慧的美国超市 - Trader Joe's，拆解它背后的核心逻辑：以自有品牌为核心的商业模式、少而精的商品策略、独特的门店体验，以及极度克制的扩张方式。Trader Joe's的成功，或许正来自于一件事：在一个复杂的零售世界里，坚持做一个“简单而清晰”的公司。欢迎大家收听！请您在Apple Podcasts, 小宇宙APP, Spotify, iHeart Radio, YouTube, Amazon Music等，搜寻”柠檬变成柠檬水“。Support the showThank you for listening to our podcasts.  We also welcome you to join the "Turn Lemons Into Lemonade" LinkedIn page! Join our very popular WeChat community, please use WeChat ID "reelstone" to contact us.  

This episode will take a deep dive into private label products and the lessons (mistakes) that most estheticians make when deciding to create a private label option for their retail. Stephanie, a seasoned professional in the beauty industry, brings her wealth of knowledge and experience to the forefront, sharing valuable insights, tips, and trends that every esthetician can use in their business. Click here to take my FREE Communication Masterclass Join my IG Broadcast Group HERE Enroll in the SLI Online Esthetician School for only $30 a month that includes the MONEY PODCAST, advanced esthetic education, business tips & more! Click here: Cost Per Service Worksheet from Angela Green, join the app to get access & pay! ***Stephanie's Favorite Things:*** Payroll App Esthetician Insurance Esthetician Gameplan: Pay Myself Workbook Smooth Skin Supply LLC Wholesale Website Follow Stephanie Laynes on socials: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Youtube

Nesta edição, analisamos como a Páscoa 2026 está reconfigurando o mix do varejo, com a antecipação das parreiras e o foco em linhas exclusivas de padaria e pratos prontos. Destacamos também o balanço do Carnaval, que fez as vendas nos supermercados saltarem 17,21%, consolidando a data como um evento estratégico para o primeiro trimestre.Discutimos o Pix, que já se tornou o principal meio de pagamento para 80% dos brasileiros , e os reflexos da crise no Irã, que pressiona a logística global exigindo que o varejo monitore seus custos operacionais de perto, apesar do "escudo" tributário do governo sobre os combustíveis.Entre os destaques:

GFA 484. Basil Zaidi of Make Brands Big breaks down Amazon's Halo sales data, placement modifier mistakes, and SKU-level budget allocation — plus why emerging Asian brands should sell direct on Western marketplaces before signing distributors.

GFA 484. Basil Zaidi of Make Brands Big breaks down Amazon's Halo sales data, placement modifier mistakes, and SKU-level budget allocation — plus why emerging Asian brands should sell direct on Western marketplaces before signing distributors.

Cette semaine au Startop Podcast, on reçoit Frederico Panetta. À 17 ans, il lançait une boisson énergétique. Aujourd'hui, il dirige une usine en hypercroissance qui fabrique des produits utilisés chaque jour partout en Amérique du Nord. On parle de repreneuriat, de manufacturing, de private label et de leadership sans excuses dans un monde où le hype entrepreneurial cache souvent la réalité.  Au programme:  - La différence entre entrepreneur et chef d'entreprise  - Lancer une boisson énergétique à 17 ans sans investisseur et apprendre à la dure  - Reprendre une usine en fin de vie et la transformer en machine de croissance  - Pourquoi fabriquer des produits “non sexy” est un coup stratégique  - Leadership, responsabilité, mentorat et bâtir une corporation plutôt qu'une simple entreprise 

Private label isn't a “cheaper alternative” anymore—and that outdated framing is leaving brands exposed. In this episode of Food for Thought Leadership, Chris Campbell is joined by Hunter Thurman, Founder of Alpha-Diver, to break down how the market has shifted from a simple private label vs. national brand debate into a three-lane landscape: value brands, owned brands, and national brands. Hunter shares why owned brands are increasingly competing on innovation and sensory discovery—not just price—and why younger shoppers, including Gen Z, are rewarding these products on their merits. The conversation also digs into what national brands are getting wrong as they try to defend share—especially the instinct to lean on price cuts and promotion-heavy strategies. Hunter explains why consumer decision-making in this environment is often emotional, not rational, and how brands can regain momentum by reframing the competition: owning rituals, occasions, and end-benefits rather than feature-to-feature comparisons. Plus, Chris and Hunter explore where challenger brands still fit, and why the winners over the next 3–5 years will be the teams that start shopper-back, invest in the “last mile,” and win the emotional face-off at shelf. More About Hunter Thurman: Hunter Thurman is the founder of Alpha-Diver, the behavioral science firm Fortune 500s turn to when they need to know not just what consumers do, but why. Blending psychology, neuroscience, and AI-powered data, Hunter decodes the hidden forces driving consumer behavior—translating human instinct into bold strategy and bottom-line growth. He's a sought-after advisor, author and speaker known for making complex behavior actionable, and for helping brands see what others miss.

Amazon is closing all Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go stores, Walgreens has resumed selling e-cigarette products in stores nationwide, and Rich Products acquires North America's largest manufacturer of private-label take-and-bake pizzas.⁠Click here to learn more about our CRU event!

Private-label sales set a record in 2025. Sunoco has acquired 36 convenience stores from Pops Mart Fuel. And Meijer will offer customers online medical visits without health insurance.  

Amazon's rules changed—and that's good news if you know how to play the new game. We sat down with Neil Twak, co-founder of Voltage Holdings and Cayman Data, to unpack why algorithm shifts have compressed launch windows to roughly 30 days, how structured data now acts like a prompt into Amazon's Cosmo engine, and why intent beats keywords for ranking and profitable growth. Neil makes a clear case for relaunching weak ASINs over reviving old reviews, and he explains how to train the algorithm with PPC while optimizing for tacos, not ACOS.We dig into pricing strategy and brand defensibility in a world of rising fees and policy risk. The winning move is to build in tier two and tier three price bands—$50 to $500—protect at least $12 per-unit profit, target 40 percent ROI, and turn inventory four times a year. That math lets you buy customers aggressively while maintaining healthy margins. Neil also maps a practical channel sequence: capture demand first on Amazon, Walmart, and TikTok Shop, then graduate to Shopify demand creation when your numbers justify the lift. You'll hear why TikTok's GMV Max ads preview Amazon's future, and how display and DSP can send qualified traffic to your DTC store without breaking terms.Data is the moat. Neil pulls back the curtain on Cayman Data's intelligence engine that identifies the small set of customer needs driving most of Amazon's revenue and greenlights product plays that slot into real demand. The big mindset shift: adopt portfolio thinking, validate fast with structured data and lean bundles, then double down only on the SKUs the market proves. If you're stuck in mid six to low seven figures, the unlock is moving from micro-ops to CEO mode—deploy capital faster, tighten cash cycles, and manage by tacos, ROI, and inventory turns.Ready to future-proof your brand and grow profitably on Amazon in 2026? Follow the show, share this episode with a seller who needs it, and leave a quick review with your top insight. Your feedback helps us bring more sharp operators to the mic.Ready to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call. https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show

In this episode of the Calling All Detailers podcast, we sit down with Vanessa from Full Throttle Detailing. Based in Rosharon, Texas, Vanessa shares her unique journey from being a full-time paramedic to launching her own mobile detailing business. Discover how a disappointing experience with a professional detailer inspired her to take matters into her own hands—and how she turned her lifelong passion for bikes into a thriving side hustle. What you'll learn in this episode: The Power of Perfection: Why detailing is a peaceful, artistic escape for Vanessa. Creative Tool Hacks: Using baby bottle brushes and pipe cleaners for those hard-to-reach motorcycle parts. Marketing on a Budget: How Vanessa uses Facebook Ads and organic word-of-mouth to keep her schedule packed. Business Growth: Tips on "10X-ing" your business and the importance of before-and-after content. Mobile Detailing Setup: Vanessa's must-have gear for working on-site in client garages. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just thinking about starting your own detailing business, Vanessa's story is packed with inspiration and practical advice on balancing a high-stress career with a creative passion. Hashtags General Detailing: #Detailing #CarDetailing #MotorcycleDetailing #MobileDetailing #AutoDetailing #DetailerLife #CeramicCoating #PaintCorrection #FullThrottleDetailing Business & Growth: #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneur #DetailingBusiness #MarketingTips #WomenInBusiness #SideHustle #CallingAllDetailers #10X #Podcast Niche & Location: #HarleyDavidson #BikeLife #TexasDetailing #RosharonTX #HoustonDetailers #ParamedicLife  BEST DETAILING PRODUCT-RELATED RESOURCES: Your 13-Product Sample Pack is Here: https://pearlnano.com/products/pearl-nano-standard-sample-pack Buy Pearl Nano Detail Products - For Retail/ DIY Detailers: https://pearlnano.com/ Buy Pearl Nano Detail Products - For Wholesale/ Detailing Professionals: http://CallingAllDetailers.com To order directly, please contact: Sales@PearlNano.com Sign up for your Free Wholesale Account: https://callingalldetailers.com/pages/wholesale Launch Your Own Brand of Amazing Car Care Products: https://www.privatelabelcarcare.com/ or https://callingalldetailers.com/pages/private-labeling The 18 Pearl Nano Products and Their Uses: https://youtu.be/Sev7EpsZDG0 Unboxing the Pearl Nano Sample Pack: https://youtu.be/oE5XYxTHmqM  Selling Car Care Products? Which ones to begin with and why: https://youtu.be/oikt-NbtFL0 Watch my free, 16 chapter, online course all about how to 10X your detailing business: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbQrc3JEe48FEqkR1hTNzhAMwDBS_6Y9Y  Check out the Calling All Detailers Podcast (Business + Products + Community): https://open.spotify.com/show/2spT8MrFQPrl0rwpjo6cbN  Join our Private Facebook group - a community of experienced detailers who use Pearl Nano products: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1071820092849444/  ---------- Follow me: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callingalldetailers/  • Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pearlnano • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@callingalldetailers  • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CallingAllDetailers  My name is David Elliott, owner of Pearl Nano, LLC. I've been a car care product producer, marketer, and sales professional for over 28 years. I've sold car care products in over 100 countries and have worked with thousands of detailing professionals along the way. I'm a sales and marketing expert, designer, podcaster, retired military veteran with over 20 years of active duty in the US Air Force, father of three, longtime surfer and paddleboarder, and an avid sailing enthusiast and catamaran owner. Dave@PearlNano.com #AutoDetailing #carcareproducts #privatelabelcarcare #MakeMoreMoney #Detailing #10XDETAIL #PEARLNANO #callingalldetailers #autodetail #ceramiccoating #detailingprofessionals #detailingpodcast #PRIVATELABEL

In the finale of our Best of 2025 series, we're highlighting the modes and legalities that usually stay "out of sight, out of mind." We start with Jason Aristides of Open Tug, who is bringing tech to the 12,000 miles of US inland waterways. Then, maritime law expert Lauren Beagen joins us to break down the residual effects of the 2025 port labor strikes and the new Office of Shipbuilding. We wrap up with Grace Sharkey, diving into the "Icebreaker Race" in the Arctic and the shady reality of celebrity private label brands.Key Takeaways:  Why barges are 85% greener than trucks (and 70% cheaper). The truth about the "Hub and Spoke" model in carrier alliances. How the US is falling behind in Arctic "chess" with only two functional icebreakers. Timestamps:03:50 – Open Tug: Standardizing the River System 39:51 – Port Strikes & Automation 1:39:51 – The Polar Silk Road & Arctic Shipping 2:09:49 – The Private Label ParadoxFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know. -----------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why. CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve. Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

Dr. Julie Chung shares how T3 reimagined hair tools as beauty products, not appliances. Learn how to create a luxury category by changing placement, design, messaging, and retail strategy. Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Support #Millennial! The holiday season is here and so is our best offer at https://Patreon.com/millennial! Sign up for an annual membership and receive 20% off your subscription, guaranteeing perks through 2026!⁠⁠⁠ Visit our merch store: ⁠⁠https://shop.millennialshow.com⁠⁠ Follow the show in your favorite podcast app and leave us a review! We're kicking off our final episode of the year by revisiting our 2025 predictions to see who deserves bragging rights (and who needs to quietly log off). We also make some 2026 predictions, and can't wait to see how wrong Laura is this time a year from now! Then we're getting reflective with a deep dive into personal values, resolutions, and themes for 2026, inspired by Brené Brown's framework of choosing just two core values to guide your life. We unpack why clarity around values helps reduce shame, strengthens boundaries, and makes hard decisions easier, especially when life gets loud or uncomfortable. We get into how we plan to live these values in 2026, from setting firmer boundaries and protecting work-life balance to journaling, changing family dynamics, and choosing alignment over comfort. And we've got your final 2025 recommendations locked and loaded: Santa Fe Style Salad with Chicken - Fresh Retail, Private Label, Foodservice (Andrew), giving the gift of time with you to a loved one this holiday season (Laura), and Softymo deep cleansing oil (Pam).  And in this week's installment of After Dark, we go deeper into our values and share some recent life events and realizations that have helped firm up our values and our boundaries. 2026 will be the year of boundaries, self-advocacy, equity, and having absolutely zero patience for bullshit as we get older. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this action and insight-packed episode of The Food Professor Podcast, Michael LeBlanc and Sylvain Charlebois sit down with Hugo Magnan, President of Groupe MAG, the Quebec-based culinary innovator behind some of Canada's most delicious mayonnaise, salad dressings, dips, and sauces. Hugo shares the company's origin story — founded in 1989 by his father Jacques — and explains how Groupe MAG carved out a loyal following through premium ingredients, bold flavours, and a commitment to craft. Michael even reveals his own culinary experiments using MAG mayonnaise in a Texan-style potato salad, highlighting the brand's versatility and taste advantage over mainstream competitors. The conversation explores the future of condiments, how regional producers scale nationally, and why MAG's formula resonates with consumers craving authenticity and umami-rich flavours.The second half of the episode pivots to the newly released Canada's Food Price Report, featuring a detailed breakdown of projected food inflation for 2026. Using AI-driven forecasting, Sylvain's research team anticipates grocery price increases of 4–6% next year — adding nearly $1,000 annually for a family of four. Meat, centre-aisle pantry goods, and restaurant meals are expected to drive most inflation, while coffee prices are entering what Michael calls “eye-watering levels” due to global supply constraints. Sylvain warns that restructuring by major food manufacturers may lead to fewer product choices, reducing competition and elevating prices, particularly in packaged foods.Yet, amid affordability challenges, the report identifies positive shifts. Canadian consumers are entering 2026 more informed, intentional, and empowered than during the pandemic inflation wave. Shopping trips per household have risen from five to more than seven per month, as families comparison-shop, loyalty surf, and embrace food rescue apps, private label alternatives, and price-matching codes. Structural forces — from discount grocer expansion in Quebec to declining alcohol consumption in restaurants — are also reshaping the retail landscape. Restaurants, facing lower bar revenues, will need to reinvent profitability while consumers lean more into at-home dining.Whether you're a food lover curious about better mayonnaise, a retailer navigating shifting economics, or a policy-watcher tracking food affordability, this episode blends culinary storytelling with hard-hitting data, offering both delicious inspiration and serious insight into the year ahead. The Food Professor #podcast is presented by Caddle. About UsDr. Sylvain Charlebois is a Professor in food distribution and policy in the Faculties of Management and Agriculture at Dalhousie University in Halifax. He is also the Senior Director of the Agri-food Analytics Lab, also located at Dalhousie University. Before joining Dalhousie, he was affiliated with the University of Guelph's Arrell Food Institute, which he co-founded. Known as “The Food Professor”, his current research interest lies in the broad area of food distribution, security and safety. Google Scholar ranks him as one of the world's most cited scholars in food supply chain management, food value chains and traceability.He has authored five books on global food systems, his most recent one published in 2017 by Wiley-Blackwell entitled “Food Safety, Risk Intelligence and Benchmarking”. He has also published over 500 peer-reviewed journal articles in several academic publications. Furthermore, his research has been featured in several newspapers and media groups, including The Lancet, The Economist, the New York Times, the Boston Globe, the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, BBC, NBC, ABC, Fox News, Foreign Affairs, the Globe & Mail, the National Post and the Toronto Star.Dr. Charlebois sits on a few company boards, and supports many organizations as a special advisor, including some publicly traded companies. Charlebois is also a member of the Scientific Council of the Business Scientific Institute, based in Luxemburg. Dr. Charlebois is a member of the Global Food Traceability Centre's Advisory Board based in Washington DC, and a member of the National Scientific Committee of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) in Ottawa. 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.

It's the return of Food Writers Talking About Food Writing. Every couple of weeks, Matt invites a journalist to talk about some favorite recent food writing as well as their thoughts on the industry as a whole. In today's episode, we talk with Maggie Hoffman. Maggie is a cookbook author, editor, and founder of the terrific Substack The Dinner Plan. We talk about her days working at Serious Eats and Epicurious, and we dig into some recent food writing that got us talking. Featured on the episode: What Does a 6-Foot-8 Pro Wrestler Eat? The Entire Menu [NYT] I Made Hundreds of Fried Chicken Batches as a Line Cook—Here''s the #1 Way to Keep It Crispy and Juicy [Serious Eats] Peak Private Label [New Fare Partners] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aldi is leaning into its own brand as private label sales surge. Crain's retail reporter Ally Marotti discusses with host Amy Guth.Plus: Moody's gives Illinois another credit upgrade — its 10th under Pritzker; Bally's could open a sports bar at Midway, but without slot machines; Baker Tilly Germany weighs selling stake to private equity; and a newly built Fulton Market apartments up for sale. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Quorso, Chris and Anne discussed: Amazon launching a “price-conscious” grocery brand with most products under $5 (Source) PayPal tying 5% cash back to BNPL purchases (Source) Bed Bath & Beyond's plans to launch a nationwide franchise system (Source) Shipt's new chat to cart feature with Perplexity (Source) Shein making its first permanent move into physical retail (Source) And this month's OmniStar award, in partnership with Quorso, goes to Prabash Coswatte, Chief Operating Officer at Heritage Grocers, for the true omnichannel approach he's bringing to running a grocery chain across four distinct banners! There's all that, plus why Chris calls Bed Bath's franchise plan “the single dumbest idea in the history of this show,” whether Anne would eat Frank's Red Hot gummy bears, and the surprising stat about BNPL usage for fresh grocery products. P.S. Be sure to check out all our other podcasts from the past week here, too: https://omnitalk.blog/category/podcast/ P.P.S. Also be sure to check out our podcast rankings on Feedspot Music by hooksounds.com #RetailNews #AmazonGrocery #PayPalBNPL #BedBathBeyond #ShiptAI #SheinStores #RetailPodcast #OmniTalk #RetailTech #RetailInnovation #Franchising #ChatToCart

Danielle Kidney is the founder of The Creative Pack, a Los Angeles-based agency specializing in packaging design for CPG and DTC brands. With over two decades of experience in the industry—including work with Tesco and a diverse portfolio of well-known consumer brands—Danielle brings a wealth of expertise in every aspect of packaging, from strategy and brand storytelling to materials and production.In this episode of DTC Pod, Danielle breaks down the behind-the-scenes process of creating packaging that not only looks great but also delivers on function, compliance, and scalability. She covers everything from the earliest stages of design and competitor audits, to the nuances of materials, regulatory requirements, and print production. Danielle shares practical advice on how brands can avoid costly mistakes, streamline their supply chain, and create packaging that stands out both online and on the shelf.Episode brought to you by StordInteract with other DTC experts and access our monthly fireside chats with industry leaders on DTC Pod Slack.On this episode of DTC Pod, we cover:1. The importance of packaging in brand perception and sales2. Process: From initial idea to production-ready design3. Building a design brief and establishing project scope4. Competitive reviews and designing for hierarchy and function5. Balancing creative innovation with must-have regulatory details6. Collaborating with clients, manufacturers, and printers7. Prototyping, mockups, and unboxing experience8. Print technology, material choices, and cost management9. Regulatory review, legal claims, and compliance essentials10. Lead times, timeline planning, and pitfalls of rushing production11. Early-stage packaging vs. scaling up for retail and DTC12. Lessons learned: common mistakes and strategic tips13. Pricing, form factor, and packaging design as sales leversTimestamps00:00 Introducing Danielle Kidney & The Creative Pack05:42 The Creative Pack's client process: from idea to brief10:50 Balancing branding vs. functionality for sales and conversion18:03 Manufacturing realities: materials, dielines, and cost constraints24:39 Colors, mockups, and bringing digital designs to life26:22 Real-world costs of packaging mistakes and risk mitigation29:27 Regulatory musts: nutrition facts, barcodes, legal pitfalls35:10 Realistic timelines for packaging launches and scale40:33 Strategies for startups vs. brands scaling up43:23 Lessons learned and tips for optimizing packaging decisions50:20 Where to connect with Danielle and The Creative PackShow notes powered by CastmagicPast guests & brands on DTC Pod include Gilt, PopSugar, Glossier, MadeIN, Prose, Bala, P.volve, Ritual, Bite, Oura, Levels, General Mills, Mid Day Squares, Prose, Arrae, Olipop, Ghia, Rosaluna, Form, Uncle Studios & many more.  Additional episodes you might like:• #175 Ariel Vaisbort - How OLIPOP Runs Influencer, Community, & Affiliate Growth• #184 Jake Karls, Midday Squares - Turning Your Brand Into The Influencer With Content• #205 Kasey Stewart: Suckerz- - Powering Your Launch With 300 Million Organic Views• #219 JT Barnett: The TikTok Masterclass For Brands• #223 Lauren Kleinman: The PR & Affiliate Marketing Playbook• ​​​​#243 Kian Golzari - Source & Develop Products Like The World's Best Brands-----Have any questions about the show or topics you'd like us to explore further?Shoot us a DM; we'd love to hear from you.Want the weekly TL;DR of tips delivered to your mailbox?Check out our newsletter here.Projects the DTC Pod team is working on:DTCetc - all our favorite brands on the internetOlivea - the extra virgin olive oil & hydroxytyrosol supplementCastmagic - AI Workspace for ContentFollow us for content, clips, giveaways, & updates!DTCPod InstagramDTCPod TwitterDTCPod TikTokDanielle Kidney - Founder of The Creative PackBlaine Bolus - Co-Founder of CastmagicRamon Berrios - Co-Founder of Castmagic

Want to start your own AI side hustle? Get our crash course here: https://clickhubspot.com/tyg Private label brands hit $271 billion in sales last year while national brands dropped 7%, with Aldi leading the charge by making 90% of their products store-brand originals. The consolidation makes business sense since Aldi superfans already obsess over every product, turning discount grocery shopping into a social media phenomenon that other retailers can only dream of replicating. Plus: Amazon abandons its UK Amazon Fresh stores and Ben Stiller launches a soda brand. Join our hosts Jon Weigell and Juliet Bennett as they take you through our most interesting stories of the day. Follow us on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehustle.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehustledaily/ Wanna watch this episode on YouTube? https://lnk.to/oxsURDRS Thank You For Listening to The Hustle Daily Show. Don't forget to hit subscribe or follow us on your favorite podcast player, so you never miss an episode! If you want this news delivered to your inbox, join millions of others and sign up for The Hustle Daily newsletter, here: https://thehustle.co/email/  If you are a fan of the show be sure to leave us a 5-Star Review, and share your favorite episodes with your friends, clients, and colleagues. The Hustle Daily Show is a part of Hubspot Media, produced by Darren Clarke, edited by Robert Hartwig with help from Alfred Schulz.

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From AI agents that negotiate contracts to the surprising world of private-label branding, this month's Freight Friends covers the big shifts shaping logistics right now. Blythe and Grace Sharkey break down Grace's experience at the Change event, the rise of HappyRobot and other AI-driven workflows, the state of reverse logistics, and how private-label strategies are influencing everything from Costco to Meghan Markle's failed brand.Key takeaways:Supply chain executives at the Change event are prioritizing education and AI readiness.AI adoption is slowing in some areas, but practical agents like HappyRobot are gaining traction.Reverse logistics is becoming a bigger operational challenge for retailers and manufacturers.Private label strategies separate brand failures from retail giants like Costco.Marketing plays, community spotlights, and Source-to-Porch stories keep freight creative and human.LINKS:Grace's LinkTreeReturns Category on CargoRexDidero AINRF and Happy Returns ReportMichael Gessen's Direct Mail Marketing EffortsReachdesk WebsiteHappyRobot WebsiteWATCH THE FULL EPISODE HEREFeedback? Ideas for a future episode? Shoot us a text here to let us know. -----------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Are you experienced in freight sales or already an independent freight agent? Listen to our Freight Agent Trenches interviews powered by SPI Logistics to hear from the company's agents on how they took the entrepreneurial leap. Shipium is the ML-powered shipping platform built by the executives that created Amazon's supply chain technology. They help 3PL & retail leaders like Stord, Ryder, and Saks Off 5th to reduce shipping costs by an average of 12% while improving on-time delivery. CargoRex is the logistics industry's go-to search platform—connecting you with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve. Digital Dispatch manages and maximizes your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.

The outlook for gift boutiques, online & in person, is shifting fast, and if you're a business owner, you'll want to pay attention. In this episode, I break down what's happening in the market, why customer expectations are changing, and how you can position your business to thrive in the middle of it all. 

Ever wonder why some brands crush it on Amazon while others spin their wheels? Today we're cracking open the playbook that actually works. My guest has more than 15 years in the trenches of e‑commerce—launching products, winning the Buy Box, navigating FBA curveballs, and turning ad spend into profit without lighting money on fire.Neil Twa is the CEO / Co-Founder of Voltage Holdings, a company specializing in launching, consulting, selling and acquiring brands with a focus on the e-commerce channels such as Amazon FBA and multi- channel. More than fifteen years of experience as a selling private label products on Amazon and his company. Give Away: Claim Your Free Book by going to this link https://www.voltagedm.com/freebook and enter the discount code JUSTMINDING, and our system will handle the rest.LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/neiltwa/ Facebook - https://web.facebook.com/neiltwaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/neiltwa/ Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fbabusinessbuilders X - https://twitter.com/voltagefbaRemember to SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss "Information That You Can Use." Share Just Minding My Business with your family, friends, and colleagues. Engage with us by leaving a review or comment here or on my Google Business Page. https://g.page/r/CVKSq-IsFaY9EBM/review Your support keeps this podcast going and growing.Visit Just Minding My Business Media™ LLC at https://jmmbmediallc.com/ to learn how we can support you in getting more visibility on your products and services. 

Cuando se habla de importaciones desde China, muchos piensan que basta con encontrar un proveedor barato para tener éxito. Sin embargo, la realidad es mucho más compleja y requiere estrategia, preparación y visión de negocio. Sobre esto conversamos con Felipe Hernández, especialista en importaciones con más de 10 años de experiencia, quien además hereda un legado familiar de 45 años en este sector y ha asesorado a más de 5,000 personas en todo el continente americano. Para Felipe, viajar a China sin una estrategia es uno de los errores más comunes. Muchos empresarios se dejan llevar por la magnitud de las ferias y terminan perdiendo tiempo y dinero. “Debes tener un enfoque al momento de viajar a China. Si vienes sin un plan no va a ser beneficioso para ti. Hay miles de ferias aquí, como la Feria de Cantón, que es la feria multisectorial más grande del mundo”, advierte. La Feria de Cantón, de hecho, concentra a más de 200 mil proveedores. Sin embargo, no es la única opción. Según Hernández, existen ferias sectorizadas que, dependiendo del nicho, pueden ser incluso más efectivas. “Si no vienes específicamente a la Feria de Cantón, no tiene nada de malo, porque hay otras ferias más sectorizadas y eso ya depende mucho de la necesidad del vendedor. Pero para eso hay que tener un plan antes de viajar a China”, remarca. Asimismo, nuestro invitado alerta que incluso dentro de la Feria de Cantón existen factores que encarecen las operaciones: los altos costos de exhibición que enfrentan los proveedores terminan influyendo en los precios: “La Feria de Cantón también se volvió muy turística. Entonces sucede que se incrementan los precios por la alta demanda y por el fee interno que les cobran a los proveedores por estar exponiendo en la feria”. Dentro de nuestro plan debemos incluir la logística y el tiempo. No se trata de llegar al aeropuerto y caminar directo a la feria. Hernández recomienda anticiparse y organizar bien la visita: “El 80 por ciento de las personas no termina haciendo negocios porque vienen a la feria pensando que bajan del avión y se encuentran con la feria, pero no es así. Hay que caminar bastante. Tienes que llegar con dos días de anticipación a la apertura de la feria para acomodarte”. Entre los eventos clave, además de la famosa Cantón, Felipe destaca otra feria que ha cobrado gran importancia en los últimos años: “Hay otra en Shenzhen, que es Cross Border E-Commerce Fair”. Asistir a estas ferias no solo significa conocer productos, sino también reducir costos al evitar intermediarios y generar relaciones directas con proveedores. Además, estos eventos no se limitan a la oferta china. Cada vez más países participan y ofrecen alternativas competitivas: “En las ferias está el pabellón internacional, donde venden proveedores de Turquía, India, Vietnam, Argentina, entre otros, y ahora han aumentado drásticamente la cantidad de países que presentan sus productos”, asegura nuestro invitado. Sin embargo, no basta con comprar barato. El verdadero negocio está en crear valor con productos diferenciados. Hernández es claro en este punto: “Si compras huevos para vender huevos con el mercado chino no te va a dejar margen… Ahí es donde entra la ventaja que da personalizar, crear tu propia marca, tener tu Private Label para tener ganancias significativas”. Y aunque el entusiasmo puede llevar a muchos a querer cerrar tratos en el momento, lo recomendable es pensar en la feria como un espacio de exploración y contacto inicial. “En la feria no cierras negocios porque no todos los proveedores son buenos, sino que coges contactos para luego ir a la fábrica a ver qué es lo que están realmente haciendo”, sostiene nuestro experto. Por eso, antes de viajar hay que definir muy bien el producto y las ferias específicas que lo ofrecen. La falta de enfoque puede terminar en pérdida de tiempo y oportunidades. “Antes de venir a China tenemos que saber cuál es nuestro producto, cuáles son las ferias de ese producto… porque si no tienes claro qué vas a venir a hacer a la feria sucede que ves un producto, piensas que quizás te puede servir y paras a preguntar, lo que te tarda 20 o 30 minutos de tu tiempo, y luego ya es hora de comer, después ya los chinos se van y pierdes oportunidades”, señala Hernández. En resumen, las ferias en China son una herramienta poderosa para encontrar proveedores y abrir nuevas oportunidades de negocio, pero solo si se asisten con un plan claro, una visión estratégica y la disposición de crear relaciones a largo plazo más allá de la primera reunión. Instagram: @soyfelipehernandez LinkedIn: @felipe-hernandez-imfelipeher Youtube: @iamfelipeher

Coles has seen its shares jump 8% after a big push in its home-brand products. The country's largest supplier of plumbing and bathroom supplies - Reece’s - has seen shares flushed 21% after its profits plunge. The Labor government has brought forward an expansion of its 5% home deposit scheme by three months. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes.__See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tired of watching customers scan your products and find them cheaper online? This episode is your game-changer! We're sharing a special recording from one of our exclusive Pet Boss Nation Lunch & Learn sessions featuring Art Nakagawa from Artvark Pet Products, who's revolutionizing private labeling for independent pet businesses. In this power-packed session, you'll discover:

From retail arbitrage to private label success, this episode dives into brand building, niche strategies, AI tools, and the truth about standing out in a crowded Amazon marketplace. Can you imagine turning a schoolyard hustle into an 8-figure Amazon empire? Charles Chakkalo did just that, and his journey from selling Coke cans to becoming a private label giant offers invaluable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs. Join us as we explore the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial path, including a hilarious tale of juggling business opportunities with personal commitments. Charles also shares insights into building a brand in today's competitive e-commerce landscape, all while emphasizing the power of networking at industry hotspots.   For those with a knack for nostalgia, you'll love the stories of entrepreneurial beginnings, featuring school days filled with selling Billboard Top 40 albums and the many trials of early retail arbitrage. These experiences didn't just pad their pockets; they laid the groundwork for understanding the challenges and potential of retail arbitrage today. From dealing with counterfeit goods to early suspensions, the lessons learned have been instrumental in shaping mature business practices that stand the test of time.   Running a family business presents its own set of challenges and rewards, especially in the e-commerce and warehousing sectors. We explore the dynamic of managing operations with family, highlighting the benefits of maintaining control without third-party logistics. Gain insights into strategies for differentiating commodities in a flood of knockoffs, and the significance of first mover advantage. With expert advice, discover the potential of integrating branding and community building into business models. Plus, navigate the complexities of information overload and learn how to strategically consume information to stay ahead in the ever-evolving e-commerce space. In episode 457 of the AM/PM Podcast, Kevin and Charles discuss: 00:00 - Entrepreneur Journey and Amazon Brand Building 09:51 - From Coke Cans to Amazon Retail Arbitrage 04:44 - Life's Ups and Downs  22:07 - Brothers Build Amazon Business Together 30:30 - Competing in the Commodity Market 33:47 - Brand Building Outside of Amazon  36:08 - Navigating Information Overload in E-Commerce 42:26 - Everyone Has an Angle in News 49:44 - Charles' Newsletter Strategy 50:40 - Entrepreneurial Success and Wisdom

This week on the Omni Talk Retail Fast Five podcast, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and Clear Demand, Chris and Anne analyze Walmart's strategic move to make Vizio TVs exclusive private label products. Discover why this isn't just about sales but about building a comprehensive media ecosystem that combines content, consumer data, advertising, and commerce. Learn how Walmart is positioning itself against Amazon in the retail media wars and why this could be their biggest competitive advantage yet.

In this week's Omni Talk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Simbe, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Infios, and ClearDemand: Walmart's plan to sell Vizio TVs exclusively as a private brand Tesla's Supercharger Diner officially opening in Los Angeles Mall of America expanding car-counting video analytics across its campus Tesco launching early delivery slots for families during the summer Target ending its price matching policy starting July 28 And A&M's Chris Creyts and Brandon Pezely also dropped by to help us hand out insights on how grocers should be thinking about space allocation for their future success and store development plans in this week's 5 Insightful Minutes segment. There's all that, plus Southwest Airlines new seating policy, Midwestern In-N-Out dreams, and a tribute to the dearly departed Malcolm-Jamal Warner. P.S. Also be sure to check out our podcast rankings on Feedspot Music by hooksounds.com #RetailNews #WalmartVizio #TeslaDiner #RetailTech #TargetPricing #RetailPodcast #OmniTalk #MallofAmerica #TescoDelivery #RetailInnovation #PrivateLabel #ConnectedTV

Cuando alguien se lanza a vender en Amazon FBA, suele imaginar resultados rápidos y ganancias fáciles. Pero, según Daniel Miranda, mentor de vendedores en Estados Unidos y autor del libro “Cómo vender en Amazon FBA desde cero”, uno de los mayores errores no tiene que ver con la plataforma, ni con temas técnicos, sino con la mentalidad con la que se empieza: “Mucha gente cree que el fracaso en Amazon se debe a ciertos errores técnicos, como no saber importar, usar PPC, definir los taxes, etc., pero el problema más grande es que la mayoría de las personas tienen expectativas poco realistas”. Para Daniel, el exceso de promesas vacías que circula en redes sociales y cursos sin metodología, alimenta falsas ideas de éxito instantáneo. Este tipo de expectativas suele provocar desánimo frente a los primeros tropiezos. “Sucede que después de una caída, los emprendedores que recién comienzan siempre se desaniman”, dice. La clave no está en evitar los desafíos, sino en tener un enfoque más estratégico, realista y rentable. “El problema de Amazon no es la falta de ventas porque tienes el PPC para activarlas. El problema real es ser rentable”, sostiene nuestro invitado. Lanzar un producto no se trata de subirlo y esperar. Se trata de comprender el mercado, hacer números y tomar decisiones con datos. Daniel insiste en que sin una mínima claridad financiera, el camino puede ser cuesta arriba. Y esa claridad puede comenzar por lo más simple: “Una claridad financiera te la da una simple hoja de Excel. Si no te llevas bien con esa herramienta, difícil que puedas llevar un estudio financiero”. Muchos emprendedores no dimensionan correctamente el costo real de lanzar una marca: “Dejando de lado los gastos de accesorios, como Helium 10 o Amazon Seller Central, te puedes gastar USD 6,000 para lanzar una marca. Hay personas que han gestionado los precios con los chinos y han comenzado con USD 3,000, pero no es la regla común. Esto incluye producto, flete internacional, taxes, certificaciones e inspecciones”. Más allá del presupuesto, elegir bien el producto es un paso decisivo. Y ahí también hay errores frecuentes. “El estudio del mercado es el 80 por ciento del éxito o el fracaso de un negocio. Puedes dar un brinco de fe y luego ocurre que tenemos mil unidades de productos stockeadas en Amazon, no se venden y perdemos mucho dinero”. Por eso Daniel recomienda no enamorarse de una idea y testear antes de invertir. “No nos enfocamos en un producto, sino que filtramos entre cientos de opciones para elegir los que tienen mayores probabilidades de éxito”. Y aclara que “los productos que llegan a producirse son los que ya validamos en el mercado”. Esa validación comienza mucho antes del lanzamiento oficial. “En la segunda fase hacemos las cotizaciones. Tenemos que validar el producto de manera financiera y si es rentable comprar los productos para luego venderlos”, cuenta nuestro experto. Incluso, Daniel va un paso más allá: “Hago una preventa como validación de mercado”. Esta práctica permite no solo testear si el producto tiene salida, sino también reducir el riesgo inicial. Una vez validado el producto, muchos vendedores cometen el error de invertir grandes sumas en publicidad, sin conocer realmente los márgenes o el nivel de competencia. “El PPC es una métrica que no puedes conocer hasta que ya gastaste. Lo que yo hago es buscar productos que no requieran PPC o que necesiten muy poco”, relata Daniel. En este punto, sugiere prestar atención a los productos High Ticket: “Con los productos High Ticket hay mucha menos competencia, por eso solemos elegirlos”. Otro mito que nuestro invitado desarma es el del branding obligatorio desde el inicio: “La mayoría de las personas no tienen grandes presupuestos, por eso no tiene sentido al inicio registrar la marca si no saben si tienen ventas”. Lo que aconseja es avanzar paso a paso, evaluando cada decisión en función de su retorno. En ese camino, evitar mercados saturados también es una estrategia clave: “Un error muy grande es que las personas entran a mercados extremadamente saturados, porque cuesta mucho dinero destacar”. Aunque lanzar una marca propia puede parecer más profesional, también puede implicar riesgos mayores si no se hace con respaldo de datos. “Hoy está impuesto como una verdad inamovible que, si haces Private Label, sí o sí necesitas PPC, pero no es cierto. Yo tengo productos que se venden orgánicamente, pero mis competidores son pocos”, subraya nuestro experto. En esos casos, bastan acciones simples para lograr tracción inicial: “10 reseñas son suficientes para que el comprador te elija”. Para quienes quieren resultados más rápidos o tienen poco capital, Daniel propone otro enfoque: “El dinero no se puede hacer de la noche a la mañana en Amazon, pero para tener dinero más rápido recomiendo siempre Arbitraje”. Mientras se gana experiencia, esta estrategia permite generar flujo de caja sin tantos riesgos. Vender en Amazon no es magia. Requiere estrategia, paciencia, validación y análisis. Y sobre todo, evitar errores que se repiten en quienes se lanzan sin una metodología clara. “La ejecución es sólo apretar algunos botones al final”, recuerda Daniel. Sin embargo, lo importante sucede mucho antes. Instagram: danieljmiranda2

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Apparel and department store retailers face mounting pressure from U.S. trade policy, with Moody's Ratings giving the sector a negative outlook as import duties eat into profitability and revenue growth stalls at just 3%.Walmart transforms Vizio into a private-label brand with exclusive sales through Walmart and Sam's Club, ending multi-retailer distribution as part of its $2.3 billion acquisition strategy.Over half of ad buyers now use generative AI for video creation, with 30% of digital video ads currently developed using the technology, expected to reach 39% by 2026 as smaller brands lead adoption.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!

In this Read Listen Watch® (RLW), Megan R. Ellsworth sits down with Hickman Edge System's Director of Private Label and OEM, Jason Hildenbrand, to talk about the unsung hero of wind uplift protection, edge metal.  They'll explore why roof edges are the most vulnerable part of a system, how edge metal defends against failure and what codes, materials and best practices contractors need to know. He dives into shop-fabricated versus pre-engineered systems followed by installation tips and sales advantages. This episode delivers what roofing pros need to secure the roof perimeter and protect the building envelope.  Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/   Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up   Sign up for the Week in Roofing! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up   Follow Us!   https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/   https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com   https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop   https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw   https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/   https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop   https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss   #HickmanEdgeSystem #CarlisleArchitecturalMetals #CAM #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry 

This week on the Global Fresh Series, we're diving into the dynamic world of private label programs—and we're taking you straight to the heart of Tuscany, Italy. Our guest is a seasoned global affairs executive and passionate good food ambassador with over 15 years of international experience connecting the dots between retailers, olive oil suppliers, and third-party certifiers.Tune in as we explore what makes private labels thrive, the behind-the-scenes standards that matter, and why the future of fresh, certified products might just begin in an olive grove.First Class Sponsorship: Peak of the Market: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://peakofthemarket.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

On this week's episode of the Modern Retail Podcast, senior reporters Gabriela Barkho and Melissa Daniels break down the latest May retail sales data and explain what it signals about consumer sentiment heading into summer. They also get into announcements from big CPG corporations like Kraft Heinz and General Mills about eliminating artificial dyes in U.S. products amid the "Make America Healthy Again" movement.During the featured segment, they're joined by reporter Julia Waldow for a deep dive segment on the rise of private labels. These days, store brands are not just cheaper alternatives to name brands but trendy and even viral products in their own right. About 40% of shoppers say they buy private labels to save money, and 60% say it's because it's a better value, per a Numerator survey.

Jeff Ustin is the Vice President of Western Bagel, the first bagel shop in Los Angeles. He helps carry on his great-grandfather's 75-year legacy while leading the brand's national and international expansion. Under his leadership, Western Bagel has become a West Coast staple, blending New York tradition with LA innovation. Carrying on a rich 75-year legacy, Jeff is the great-grandson of David Ustin, a union bagel baker from New York City who founded Western Bagel in 1947. Jeff grew up immersed in the business, learning every aspect from sweeping floors at 3 AM with his father, Steve, to managing retail stores. Under his leadership, Western Bagel continues to blend New York tradition with LA innovation, expanding its reach nationally and internationally while preserving its strong family values and commitment to employeeSHOW SUMMARYIn this episode of the Disruptive Successor Podcast, host Jonathan Goldhill talks with Jeff Ustin, Vice President of Western Bagel. Jeff shares the fascinating history of his family's 75-year-old bagel business, from its New York roots to becoming a West Coast staple. The conversation explores the unique challenges and triumphs of generational transitions, maintaining a strong company culture based on loyalty and respect, and the ongoing efforts to modernize and expand the brand in a competitive market. Jeff offers valuable insights into balancing tradition with innovation, adapting to consumer trends, and navigating market shifts like the COVID-19 pandemic, all while staying true to Western Bagel's core values.KEY TAKEAWAYSA Legacy Built on Hard Work and Family: Jeff highlights how Western Bagel's 75-year success is rooted in the tireless dedication of his great-grandfather and father, who instilled a strong work ethic and passion for the business from a young age.The Backbone of Employee Loyalty: The longevity and success of Western Bagel are largely attributed to their deep respect for employees, many of whom have been with the company for decades, fostered by an open-door policy and a family-like culture.Balancing Tradition with Innovation: Western Bagel masterfully combines its New York bagel heritage with an LA touch, creating a less dense bagel that appeals to the local market while continuously exploring new products and adapting to modern consumer preferences like high-protein options.Modernizing for the Next Generation: The company is actively investing in social media, hiring PR firms, and exploring new concepts to connect with younger customers and expand its brand presence, ensuring relevance in a constantly evolving market.Strategic Expansion in a Competitive Landscape: Jeff discusses the deliberate planning behind market expansion, emphasizing the need to "hit hard" when entering new areas and the constant evaluation of opportunities in wholesale, private label, and potential new factory locations.Lessons from Adversity: Navigating COVID-19: The pandemic, while challenging, pushed Western Bagel to adapt and grow, particularly in delivery services, leading to valuable operational improvements and a stronger, more resilient business.Sticking to Your Core and Giving Back: Jeff emphasizes the importance of focusing on what the company does best – making authentic bagels – and its unwavering commitment to community involvement and stewardship through charitable giving.QUOTES"You're only as good as your employees that you have. You need to be loyal to them. They're the backbone of your company.""If you don't change with the times, you're gonna fail.""You gotta know what you know and what you don't know... you gotta put that ego aside and, and trust people and learn.""We know we have the best bagel out there. We take pride in our bagel. We use the highest quality ingredient. I mean, it's a, it matters to us.""There's always something good that comes outta something horrific.""You gotta help those that need help... we believe that's our job as a, as a company, is to help those in need."Connect and learn more about Jeff Ustin and his company:Jeff Ustin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ustin-307a1710b/Western Bagel: https://westernbagel.com/If you enjoyed today's episode, please subscribe, review, and share with a friend who would benefit from the message. If you're interested in picking up a copy of Jonathan Goldhill's book, Disruptive Successor, go to the website at www.DisruptiveSuccessor.com

Jeff Ustin is the Vice President of Western Bagel, the first bagel shop in Los Angeles. He helps carry on his great-grandfather's 75-year legacy while leading the brand's national and international expansion. Under his leadership, Western Bagel has become a West Coast staple, blending New York tradition with LA innovation. Carrying on a rich 75-year legacy, Jeff is the great-grandson of David Ustin, a union bagel baker from New York City who founded Western Bagel in 1947. Jeff grew up immersed in the business, learning every aspect from sweeping floors at 3 AM with his father, Steve, to managing retail stores. Under his leadership, Western Bagel continues to blend New York tradition with LA innovation, expanding its reach nationally and internationally while preserving its strong family values and commitment to employeeSHOW SUMMARYIn this episode of the Disruptive Successor Podcast, host Jonathan Goldhill talks with Jeff Ustin, Vice President of Western Bagel. Jeff shares the fascinating history of his family's 75-year-old bagel business, from its New York roots to becoming a West Coast staple. The conversation explores the unique challenges and triumphs of generational transitions, maintaining a strong company culture based on loyalty and respect, and the ongoing efforts to modernize and expand the brand in a competitive market. Jeff offers valuable insights into balancing tradition with innovation, adapting to consumer trends, and navigating market shifts like the COVID-19 pandemic, all while staying true to Western Bagel's core values.KEY TAKEAWAYSA Legacy Built on Hard Work and Family: Jeff highlights how Western Bagel's 75-year success is rooted in the tireless dedication of his great-grandfather and father, who instilled a strong work ethic and passion for the business from a young age.The Backbone of Employee Loyalty: The longevity and success of Western Bagel are largely attributed to their deep respect for employees, many of whom have been with the company for decades, fostered by an open-door policy and a family-like culture.Balancing Tradition with Innovation: Western Bagel masterfully combines its New York bagel heritage with an LA touch, creating a less dense bagel that appeals to the local market while continuously exploring new products and adapting to modern consumer preferences like high-protein options.Modernizing for the Next Generation: The company is actively investing in social media, hiring PR firms, and exploring new concepts to connect with younger customers and expand its brand presence, ensuring relevance in a constantly evolving market.Strategic Expansion in a Competitive Landscape: Jeff discusses the deliberate planning behind market expansion, emphasizing the need to "hit hard" when entering new areas and the constant evaluation of opportunities in wholesale, private label, and potential new factory locations.Lessons from Adversity: Navigating COVID-19: The pandemic, while challenging, pushed Western Bagel to adapt and grow, particularly in delivery services, leading to valuable operational improvements and a stronger, more resilient business.Sticking to Your Core and Giving Back: Jeff emphasizes the importance of focusing on what the company does best – making authentic bagels – and its unwavering commitment to community involvement and stewardship through charitable giving.QUOTES"You're only as good as your employees that you have. You need to be loyal to them. They're the backbone of your company.""If you don't change with the times, you're gonna fail.""You gotta know what you know and what you don't know... you gotta put that ego aside and, and trust people and learn.""We know we have the best bagel out there. We take pride in our bagel. We use the highest quality ingredient. I mean, it's a, it matters to us.""There's always something good that comes outta something horrific.""You gotta help those that need help... we believe that's our job as a, as a company, is to help those in need."Connect and learn more about Jeff Ustin and his company:Jeff Ustin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-ustin-307a1710b/Western Bagel: https://westernbagel.com/If you enjoyed today's episode, please subscribe, review, and share with a friend who would benefit from the message. If you're interested in picking up a copy of Jonathan Goldhill's book, Disruptive Successor, go to the website at www.DisruptiveSuccessor.com

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Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we're diving into the fascinating world of Amazon selling with our special guest, Justin Cao. Justin is an Amazon expert who has transitioned from a 9 to 5 job to achieving financial freedom through mastering the art of selling on the platform. Melanie Johnson, our host and a founder of Elite Online Publishing, sits down with Justin to uncover the secrets behind his success and the strategies that can help you turn a side hustle into your main source of income. Learn More: https://amzshifu.com/

Episode 87.  Neil Twa has built the type of business that can be repeated again and again. He's in the world of e-commerce and has lots to share after trying again and again, failing and finding the way.In this episode of the Lifetime at Work podcast, host Greg Martin interviews Neil Twa, CEO of Voltage Holdings. Neil shares his unconventional career journey, from learning about the internet to having to file for personal bankruptcy for a failed venture to working his way up in the corporate tech world at Sprint and IBM. Following a personal tragedy, Neil made the leap to entrepreneurship, building a successful e-commerce business through innovative product strategy rather than invention. They discuss the evolution of e-commerce, the importance of automation, and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. He emphasizes the need for a purpose-driven approach and strategic thinking in building a sustainable and profitable business.00:23 Meet Neil Twa: From Fighter Pilot Dreams to E-commerce Expert01:23 Neil's Early Career and Internet Beginnings04:00 Transition to Entrepreneurship and Early Challenges10:03 The Shift to Affiliate Marketing and E-commerce12:25 Understanding E-commerce and Amazon's Role20:45 The Power of Data and Innovation in E-commerce26:25 Testing the Engine: 18 Months of Discovery26:51 Rapid Brand Launches and Market Domination27:21 Teaching and Scaling: From Employees to Partners28:47 Acquiring and Automating Businesses30:21 Veteran-Focused Business Growth31:28 The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast32:09 Building an Eight-Figure Business Strategy34:21 The Importance of Patience and Realistic Expectations35:06 The Role of the Operator in Business Success45:26 Creating Value and Purpose in Business47:31 Special Offer and Final Thoughts

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Our U.S. Retail Analyst Simeon Gutman discusses shoppers' embrace of a private labels super cycle and how changing consumer behavior could fundamentally change grocery and discount retailers.----- Transcript -----Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Simeon Gutman, Morgan Stanley's US Hardlines, Broadlines and Food Retail Analyst. Today, we'll talk about a fascinating shift in the retail landscape: the rise of private label products and what this could mean for the future of grocery and discount retailers.It's Thursday, December 12, at 10am in New York.Think about your recent trip to your favorite grocery store. As you reached towards the shelves for your preferred brand of mayonnaise, frozen pizza, or bread, you may have noticed that more and more shelves are stocked with store-brand products. Products that not only match the quality of national brands but often exceed it. This isn't just a minor trend. We estimate private label sales growth will accelerate by 40 per cent to reach $462 billion by 2030. An expansion that will redefine market dynamics significantly.In essence, we think the private label grocery market is on the cusp of a super cycle. This super cycle is a by-product of COVID-era shifts in the way that customers shop and how retailers invest into this trend. At the same time, private label groceries reflect the rise of mega platforms, which are taking ever greater consumer wallet share and are innovating more than ever before.When you look at macro drivers, US consumers have been navigating a difficult post-COVID environment. While inflation is currently moderating, overall food prices remain 30-34 per cent above their 2018 levels. Most consumers are spending more on food at home vs. food away from home, which is a positive catalyst for private label acceleration. Further, consumers are willing to substitute lower priced goods, especially groceries, and these categories present a growth opportunity for private labels. This is the tipping point that we're talking about. High costs, recent innovation, and innovation like we've never seen before – with the rise of these mega platforms, this industry looks like it's ripe for disruption.The market views private label penetration as a slow, gradual, and ongoing event. But our work challenges this premise. We believe the rate of change in private label growth will accelerate substantially over the next few years. We think private label products will grow at double the rate of the overall grocery market bringing private label market penetration from about 19 per cent in 2023 to about 23 per cent by 2030.This growth is not just about stocking up the shelves. It's about changing consumer perceptions and behavior. Consumers increasingly see private labels as viable alternatives to national brands because they often offer better value and innovation. From healthier ingredients, like no more seed oils, to organic products that you had no idea they can produce, to premium products like frozen lobster ravioli to mushroom and truffle pizza. There are a couple of retailers in the US that are all private label and they are among the fastest growing ones, taking away the stigma of what private label products could mean.So what does this mean for the broader retail and consumer packaged good industries? For grocers and discounters with already strong private label offerings, this shift presents a significant opportunity for growth. It's also accretive to margins. On the flip side, traditional food companies might face increased competition. These companies have historically relied on brand superiority. But as private label gains market share – particularly in food categories – these national brands could see a hit to their gross profit growth, which could fall from 3 per cent historically to about 2 per cent. And while household and personal care categories have seen some resilience against private label encroachment, the ongoing economic pressures and shifts in consumer spending habits could challenge the status quo.Looking ahead, the rise of private labels could lead to a reevaluation of what brands mean to consumers. As private label becomes synonymous with quality and value, we may see a new era in which traditional brand loyalty becomes less significant compared to product quality and cost-effectiveness.Thanks for listening. If you enjoy the show, please leave us a review wherever you listen and share Thoughts on the Market with a friend or colleague today.