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The Watson Weekend | Episode 45: The Future of Acquisitions and SaaS: Gary Benerofe’s Take on 2024 | Watson Weekend LIVE

In this episode of Watson Weekend LIVE, we’re joined by Gary Benerofe, entrepreneur and investor, to discuss the future of acquisitions, tech investments, and how to build a company in today’s ever-evolving market. Gary shares his journey from real estate to Mu Ventures, offering unique insights into the shifting landscape of SaaS, eCommerce, and supply…

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The Watson Weekend
The Watson Weekend | Episode 45: The Future of Acquisitions and SaaS: Gary Benerofe’s Take on 2024 | Watson Weekend LIVE
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BRAVE COMMERCE | Episode Crayola’s Creative Legacy: Building Impact Beyond the Box

In this episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, co-hosts Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter welcome Victoria Lozano, EVP of Brand Marketing at Crayola, to discuss how this iconic brand continues to innovate and make an outsized impact with a lean team of fewer than 2,000 employees. Victoria shares Crayola’s enduring purpose rooted in fostering creativity for over…

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Brave Commerce
Brave Commerce
BRAVE COMMERCE | Episode Crayola’s Creative Legacy: Building Impact Beyond the Box
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The Watson Weekend | Episode 44: Watson Weekend LIVE: 2024 in Review—The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly!

The good, the bad, and the ugly—Watson Weekend LIVE dives into 2024’s eCommerce rollercoaster! Nick Kaplan joined Rick Watson to unpack this year’s biggest stories, from moments of triumph to epic fails. 🎙️ Topics we covered: The Good: Klarna’s IPO momentum, Walmart’s resilience, and Chapter 11 law firms dominating. The Bad: NRF’s misplaced optimism about…

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The Watson Weekend | Episode 44: Watson Weekend LIVE: 2024 in Review—The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly!
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BRAVE COMMERCE | Episode Sucharita Kodali on Retail Resilience: Navigating Consumer Trends, Tariffs, and the Future of Commerce

In this insightful episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, Sucharita Kodali, Vice President and Principal Analyst at Forrester, returns for an unprecedented third appearance to dissect the current state of consumer commerce. Joining hosts Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter, Sucharita delves into the phenomenon of the “vibecession,” where consumer spending remains resilient despite a lingering sense of…

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Brave Commerce
Brave Commerce
BRAVE COMMERCE | Episode Sucharita Kodali on Retail Resilience: Navigating Consumer Trends, Tariffs, and the Future of Commerce
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BRAVE COMMERCE | Episode Haleon’s Katie Williams: Leading Consumer Health Transformation with Purpose

In this compelling episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, co-hosts Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter sit down with Katie Williams, Chief Marketing Officer of Haleon. As a seasoned leader in consumer packaged goods (CPG), Katie shares her unique journey, navigating two major corporate spin-offs—Kraft-Mondelez and GSK-Haleon. She delves into the critical lessons learned about purpose-driven business strategies,…

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Brave Commerce
Brave Commerce
BRAVE COMMERCE | Episode Haleon’s Katie Williams: Leading Consumer Health Transformation with Purpose
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The Watson Weekend | Episode 43: The Gartner Magic Quadrant Exposed + Dina Rosenbloom’s CEO Secrets! | Watson Weekend LIVE

This week on Watson Weekend, we break down the Gartner Magic Quadrant and its true utility in evaluating platforms. Rick explains why focusing on “Ability to Execute” might be the only lens that matters. We also sit down with Dina Rosenbloom, CEO of Hairstory, to discuss: Her journey from global brands like Estee Lauder to…

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The Watson Weekend
The Watson Weekend | Episode 43: The Gartner Magic Quadrant Exposed + Dina Rosenbloom's CEO Secrets! | Watson Weekend LIVE
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BRAVE COMMERCE | Episode Commerce Media: Revolutionizing Consumer Engagement

BRAVE COMMERCE Live which took place in NYC in May 2024 brought together hundreds of brand leaders to discuss the biggest challenges and opportunities facing the commerce industry and how they could work together to drive growth. This episode features a live recording from that event and features Marcia Resnick, Head of eCommerce at Pernod…

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Brave Commerce
BRAVE COMMERCE | Episode Commerce Media: Revolutionizing Consumer Engagement
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The Watson Weekend | Episode 42: Can Shopify Sustain Its Growth? | Global Retail Insights w/ Paula Macaggi

In this engaging Watson Weekend episode, we explore Shopify’s meteoric growth, what it means for their future, and whether they can truly compete as an enterprise and B2B solution. Our guest Paula Macaggi, global retail expert and host of the OFFBounds Podcast, joins us to break down the retail landscape and share what she’s learned…

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The Watson Weekend
The Watson Weekend | Episode 42: Can Shopify Sustain Its Growth? | Global Retail Insights w/ Paula Macaggi
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BRAVE COMMERCE | Episode Matthew Graham CMO at Mars’ Food & Nutrition on Balancing Heritage and Innovation

In this episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, Matthew Graham, Chief Marketing Officer at MARS Global Food & Nutrition, delves into the delicate balance between honoring a brand’s rich heritage and driving innovation in a fast-changing industry. Drawing from Mars’ century-long legacy, he shares how the company evolves its marketing strategies to remain relevant to modern consumers…

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Brave Commerce
BRAVE COMMERCE | Episode Matthew Graham CMO at Mars’ Food & Nutrition on Balancing Heritage and Innovation
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The Watson Weekend | Episode 41: Navigating the Global Marketplace Revolution | Watson Weekend LIVE w/Jorrit Steinz

In this episode of Watson Weekend, we welcome Jorrit Steinz, Founder of ChannelEngine, to break down the evolving world of global marketplaces. Gain deep insights into marketplace strategies across different regions, learn about cultural nuances shaping e-commerce trends, and explore how emerging players like Temu and Shein are challenging the status quo. Key Topics Discussed:…

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The Watson Weekend
The Watson Weekend | Episode 41: Navigating the Global Marketplace Revolution | Watson Weekend LIVE w/Jorrit Steinz
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