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📢 How do you turn a dishwasher job into a $25 million business?
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🗃️ What’s Shaping the Shelves?
The retail industry is facing another wave of store closures as Boardriders, the parent company of Billabong, Quiksilver, and Volcom, shutters over 100 retail locations across the U.S. Multiple stores in Orange County, California, will be impacted, affecting employees and longtime customers. Read more.
🧙 Retail Masterclass - How do you turn a dishwasher job into a $25 million business?
In this podcast, Santiago Roa, founder of Culiau.com, shares his journey from working in a restaurant to building a thriving custom manufacturing company. This episode explores the importance of leveraging e-commerce, automation, and strategic outsourcing to scale a business efficiently. Roa's story offers valuable insights into how retailers can transform an idea into a multi-million-dollar enterprise.
💡 An Everyday Market Hack
Retailers can boost customer engagement by creating hyper-personalized product recommendations based on local weather conditions. By integrating weather data into their recommendation engines, retailers can suggest items like raincoats on stormy days or sunscreen during heatwaves, driving timely and relevant sales.
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🧐 Shopper Insights
Retail trends in 2025 point to a growing demand for immersive shopping experiences. Consumers expect interactive elements such as augmented reality try-ons, AI-powered personal shoppers, and in-store digital touchpoints that enhance engagement. Successful retailers are focusing on blending technology with human-centered experiences to create seamless and memorable customer journeys.
Retail Innovation
🏷️ Featured Brand - Rails
Luxury lifestyle brand Rails is expanding its retail footprint, with plans to open multiple new stores in key U.S. and international locations. CEO Jeff Abrams highlights the brand's commitment to brick-and-mortar growth, recognizing the value of physical spaces in building stronger customer connections. The expansion aligns with a broader trend of premium brands investing in direct-to-consumer retail to strengthen brand loyalty.
🌱 Eco Trends
The UPS Store is encouraging retailers to implement eco-friendly practices such as using recyclable packaging, minimizing waste, and opting for carbon-neutral shipping options. As consumer demand for sustainable shopping grows, retailers that embrace green initiatives can enhance brand reputation and attract environmentally conscious shoppers.
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