Retail Unwrapped - from The Robin Report
Shelley E. Kohan
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Join Shelley E. Kohan as she shares insights and unpacks issues at the core of retail and consumer products. The conversations are lively and the opinions are honest.
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How Cotton Incorporated Has Remained Relevant to the Consumer for 50+ Years
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05/04/23 • 43 min
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How does a brand stay relevant after 53 years? What does it take to keep it vital and iconic? Cotton Incorporated is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Seal of Cotton this month, with the Seal recognized as a global icon by retailers and brands throughout the textile industry and beyond. To follow Cotton Incorporated’s history is to chart the mandate for sustainability. Join Robin Lewis, Shelley Kohan, TRR’s strategist and special guest Kim Kitchings, Senior Vice President of Consumer Marketing at Cotton Incorporated, as she reveals how to maintain trust and reliability for half a century, supported by science and data from deep research on consumer behavior and how to make cotton more sustainable by reducing environmental impacts during the growth, production, and processing of cotton and by minimizing the environmental impacts at the end of a cotton product’s life cycle. If you care about the planet and are curious about brand integrity, don’t miss this in-depth discussion.
CottonToday – sustainability website
https://cottontoday.cottoninc.com/
Lifestyle MonitorTM - consumer & retail trends, economic data
https://lifestylemonitor.cottoninc.com/
50th Anniversary – Seal of Cotton
https://lifestylemonitor.cottoninc.com/50-year-anniversary/
Blue Jeans Go GreenTM - denim recycling program
Cotton Lives OnTM recycling program (U.K.)
“Memories are Made in Cotton” advertising campaign
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5hP2euIDvZQLaMmD0oJrcC1M0l3yy7cI
https://thefabricofourlives.com/cotton-news/memories-are-made-in-cotton
Water Sustainability Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pL7J24FrOnU
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Returns Have Silver Linings with Appriss Retail
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03/03/22 • 41 min
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The return rate of online sales has escalated to 17% of sales, but surprise, you can transform a return into a valuable customer experience. This may sound counterintuitive, but when you manage the process as a positive customer touchpoint, you can create a better customer experience. Steve Prebble, President and CEO of Appriss Retail, joins Robin Lewis and Shelley E. Kohan, TRR’s chief strategist, as they discuss how technologies can help alleviate the challenges of returns in omnichannel retailing.
For more information about Appriss and what they can do for your business please go to ApprissCommerce.com.
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It's The Distribution Century
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01/07/21 • 14 min
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CEO Robin Lewis and Shelley E. Kohan, chief strategy officer of TRR talk about why brands shouldn't distribute through as many channels as possible, through all retail models, and their own stores. The threat is that they become too ubiquitous - "once hot and now they're not." They also define "new consumerism" and what it will take for retailers to respond to new demands and pressures in the marketplace. Robin advises precision focus, strategic flexibility and technological investments. As he says, "Today, another value chain function, tomorrow, the world." Give yourself 15 minutes to get up to warp speed on the new retail distribution reality.
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Read Robin's book The New Rules of Retail on Amazon
For more strategic insights and compelling content, visit TheRobinReport.com, where you can read, watch, and listen to content from Robin Lewis and other retail industry experts, and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
The Robin Report Annual Forum - Conversation with Dave Kimbell, President of Ulta Beauty
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11/11/20 • 62 min
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As part of The Virtual Robin Report Annual Forum, Robin Lewis had a conversation with Dave Kimbell, president of Ulta Beauty. Ulta Beauty was one of The Robin Report Retail Radicals for 2020. The Robin Report Retail Radicals Awards focuses on identifying the radical thinkers and doers exclusively in the legacy retail industry sectors. These radicals are driving the major transformations within their respective retail brands with challenges much larger and more complex than those of often-celebrated tech-driven startups. The Robin Report Index identifies quantitatively and qualitatively outperforming retailers and their innovators within five industry sectors.
Profits + Consumer Trends with Dave Kimbell and Robin Lewis (Originally aired November 11, 12:30-1:30 EST)
Consumers will redefine the retail experience, as they accelerate retailers’ response to new behaviors, demands and needs. Robin Lewis is in conversation with Dave Kimbell to deconstruct how Ulta has retooled its business models to manage the trifecta of a global health crisis, economic disruption and civil unrest. They also outline plans for a challenging Holiday season.
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Holiday 2020: Fasten Your Seat Belts!
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09/15/20 • 56 min
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With the retail industry reeling from the converging storm fronts of a global health crisis, massive economic disruption and ongoing civil unrest, Holiday 2020 will be unpredictable, at best. Will customers have the appetite to overcompensate for the past nine months, or will they hold back? Join Robin Lewis and his guests, Jennifer Davis, Managing Director, Head of Retail Investment Banking at Goldman Sachs, Dick Johnson, CEO of Foot Locker and Steve Sadove, former CEO of Saks Fifth Avenue as they deconstruct Holiday 2020. They will take a deep dive into the key socio-economic issues that will influence Holiday including the election, pandemic and consumer confidence, along with operational challenges including supply chain, inventory, distribution, fulfillment, staffing and store closures. And they will deconstruct how inspired leadership and innovation will play a starring role in re-engineering Holiday 2020.For more strategic insights and compelling content, visit TheRobinReport.com, where you can read, watch, and listen to content from Robin Lewis and other retail industry experts, and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
Luxury or Exclusivity Extortion? Hermès Sales Tactics Go to Court
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04/05/24 • 40 min
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Consumers are speaking out. A class action lawsuit has been filed by two Hermès shoppers in Northern California who are fed up with sales tactics used by this luxury powerhouse.
They allege that the French luxury brand violates federal and California antitrust laws when selling its iconic status-symbol Birkin and Kelly handbags. They claim Hermès has illegally forced customers to spend thousands of dollars on other products to gain access to buying a Birkin bag.
Join Robin and Shelley with guests Michelle Mandelstein, an attorney and an adjunct instructor at Fashion Institute of Technology and Jeff Fisher, VP of retail for Blenders eyewear, as they hash out if the lawsuit has any merit and what impact this may have on the future of the luxury sector.
For more strategic insights and compelling content, visit TheRobinReport.com, where you can read, watch, and listen to content from Robin Lewis and other retail industry experts, and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
EP 213: Why Circular Store Design Will Redefine Resilient Retail
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11/15/24 • 32 min
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Special Guest: Rebekah L. Matheny, NCIDQ, IIDA, Associate Professor | Interior Design | Department of Design, The Ohio State University; Founder & Director | REBEL Sustainable Futures Lab
The retail industry stands at a pivotal crossroads where sustainability, inclusivity, and profitability are converging to create a new model for growth. As consumer preferences evolve and environmental consciousness continues to rise, traditional retail operations are being challenged by a more circular, purpose-driven approach that promises both economic and environmental advantages. Circularity also includes store design with compelling supporting data: Circular retail models can generate up to four times higher profits per item while reducing environmental impact by 80 percent. Join Shelley and Rebekah as they unpack why circular design is not just about sustainability, it’s about creating a resilient business model. The imperative for change is clear: As Gen Zers and Alphas gain more purchasing power, their expectations for sustainable and inclusive retail experiences will reshape the industry. Retailers who pivot now will be better positioned to capture this growing market while contributing to a more resilient retail future.
For more strategic insights and compelling content, visit TheRobinReport.com, where you can read, watch, and listen to content from Robin Lewis and other retail industry experts, and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
Organized Retail Crime Takes a Bite Out of Profits
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06/01/23 • 26 min
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Organized Retail Crime is growing and a $95 billion problem, not to mention its impact on putting employees and shoppers at risk. These crime syndicates resell stolen goods and use the money to fund other illegal activities. Join Robin Lewis and Shelley E. Kohan, TRR’s strategist, as they discuss how ORC is keeping retail CEOs up at night, is eating away at already-stressed margins, and is becoming a safety issue for the workforce and customers.
For more strategic insights and compelling content, visit TheRobinReport.com, where you can read, watch, and listen to content from Robin Lewis and other retail industry experts, and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
The Devil’s in the Details; the Details Are in the Data
Retail Unwrapped - from The Robin Report
07/13/23 • 26 min
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Brian Field, Global Leader of Retail Consulting for Sensormatic Solutions, joins us to provide a breakdown of their 2023 Annual Consumer Survey.
Join us as Robin, Shelley, and Brian talk through some of this year’s key findings and what they mean across the industry segment.
Brian also offers his insights on the impact of Amazon Prime Day on brick and mortar and his thoughts on why consumers are returning to these locations with increasing regularity.
For more strategic insights and compelling content, visit TheRobinReport.com, where you can read, watch, and listen to content from Robin Lewis and other retail industry experts, and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
EP 209: How Two Giants Are Disrupting Circularity with Sustainable Fashion Initiatives
Retail Unwrapped - from The Robin Report
10/18/24 • 28 min
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Guests:
Kim Kitchings - Senior Vice President, Consumer Marketing, Cotton Incorporated
Anna Copilevitz – Lead Program Manager, Zappos for Good
In a global consumer marketplace where sustainability is no longer optional, two unexpected partners are redefining sustainable fashion initiatives. Join Shelley, Kim, and Anna as they unveil how Cotton Incorporated and Zappos are turning sustainability rhetoric into tangible action, challenging the status quo and setting new benchmarks for industry collaboration. Discover how these industry giants are transforming post-consumer denim into valuable resources, leveraging ecommerce infrastructure to make sustainability accessible to all consumers, and educating the next generation about circularity and its impact on their future. This isn't just another conversation about sustainability—it's a masterclass in innovative partnerships, consumer engagement, and future-focused business strategies. For retail executives looking to stay ahead of the curve, listen in and learn how to harness collective industry power, align in sustainable fashion initiatives and turn potential competitors into powerful allies for global impact.
For more strategic insights and compelling content, visit TheRobinReport.com, where you can read, watch, and listen to content from Robin Lewis and other retail industry experts, and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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How many episodes does Retail Unwrapped - from The Robin Report have?
Retail Unwrapped - from The Robin Report currently has 213 episodes available.
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The podcast is about News, Retail, Management, News Commentary, Podcasts, Business and Strategy.
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The episode title 'Organized Retail Crime Takes a Bite Out of Profits' is the most popular.
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The average episode length on Retail Unwrapped - from The Robin Report is 28 minutes.
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The first episode of Retail Unwrapped - from The Robin Report was released on Nov 6, 2019.
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