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🚀 This Week on The Retail Pilot Podcast, Ken Pilot interviews Sid and Ann Mashburn, Founders of Sid Mashburn and Ann Mashburn 🚀 Join us as we feature the ultimate power couple in retail and design. Sid's Journey includes time at J.Crew, Lands' End' and Ralph Lauren, while Ann's Background includes: Vogue and J.Crew. Together, they’ve built a brand known for detailed designs, quality fabrics, and top-notch customer service. 🔍 Tune in to Discover: ✈ How Sid and Ann created a unique, personalized shopping experience for their customers. ✈The benefits of a made-to-measure business in enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction. ✈The dynamics of working together as a married couple, emphasizing trust and support. 🎧 Listen now and get inspired here: https://lnkd.in/eR4nbTSv or on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you to our sponsors: PredictSpring, Bluecore and January Digital #RetailPodcast #SidMashburn #AnnMashburn #FashionEntrepreneurs #CustomerExperience #MadeToMeasure #PowerCouple #RetailSuccess #Podcast

The latest edition of our FLIGHTPATH newsletter has just landed in inboxes! This week, Ken Pilot delves into the luxury retail sector's growing emphasis on Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) strategies and its impact on traditional wholesale channels. Discover how top luxury brands are increasingly prioritizing their own stores and online platforms over conventional wholesale distribution. In this issue, you'll also find: ✈ An exclusive feature on our partner, Rokt ✈ The latest news about Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus Group ✈ Insights from Ken's recent podcast with special guest, Mindy Grossman Don't miss out on these updates and more in the latest FLIGHTPATH newsletter! Read the full newsletter and subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/eu8Y_q9p

🎙️ New Episode Alert! This week on The Retail Pilot podcast, we welcome back the incredible Mindy Grossman! 🚀 Ken's first interview with Mindy was over a year ago, and we're thrilled to have her return. Mindy is the Vice Chair of The Consello Group, a comprehensive advisory and investment platform. 🌟 In this episode, discover: ✈ The unique approach of Consello Group in brand building, transformation, and technology ✈ How Consello's investment and advisory services stand out in the industry ✈ Insights into their financial services and strategic investments Tune in to learn how Consello is helping "the best in the world be even better"...Don't miss out! 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eR4nbTSv or find the episode (and many others) on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you to our sponsors: January Digital, PredictSpring, Bluecore and Narvar #RetailPodcast #MindyGrossman #ConselloGroup #BrandBuilding #TechTransformation #Investment #Advisory #Podcast

Throwback to a Fan-Favorite Episode: Ken Pilot's Interview with Steve Madden In the spirit of the holiday week, we're revisiting Ken Pilot's insightful interview with Steve Madden, the visionary Founder and Creative & Design Chief of the globally renowned Steve Madden. This popular episode of The Retail Pilot podcast dives deep into entrepreneurship, overcoming addiction, perseverance, brand building, and more. Tune in to learn from one of the most influential figures in the footwear industry. Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eR4nbTSv or on your favorite podcast platform.

🚀 Discover the Latest in Retail Innovation with FLIGHTPATH Newsletter! 🚀 In our newest bi-weekly edition of FLIGHTPATH, we cover: ✈ Ken Pilot shares insights on enhancing the retail experience with customization and personalization to stand out in today’s market. ✈ Target's Store Companion: Learn about their new generative AI tool transforming in-store shopping. ✈ Retail News: Updates on Gap, Walmart, and Ken's previous podcast guest, Sharon M. Leite. ✈ Featured Partner: Explore how FlexFactor is making waves in the industry. ✈ Podcast Highlights: Tune in to The Retail Pilot's latest episodes featuring Ramy Sharp of Ramy Brook and Scott Tannen of Boll & Branch. Stay ahead in retail—don't miss out! 📩 Read and subscribe here: https://lnkd.in/eYdpEbzU #RetailInnovation #CustomerExperience #Personalization #AI #Podcast #RetailNews #FlexFactor #KenPilot #FLIGHTPATHNewsletter

Ken Pilot had the pleasure of interviewing Scott Tannen, Founder and CEO of Boll & Branch, the world's first Fair Trade-certified luxury bedding company, on this week's flight of The Retail Pilot - Leaders & Legends. In this episode, Scott shares his entrepreneurial journey, the motivation behind starting Boll & Branch, and the importance of sustainability and transparency in the textiles industry. He also delves into the innovative supply chain strategies that have set Boll & Branch apart in the market. Key highlights from the interview include: ✈️ The origin story of Boll & Branch and insights into building a trusted brand ✈️ The process of growing from an online-only DTC brand to building retail locations and creating wholesale partnerships ✈️ How technology is being leveraged to improve the customer experience Don't miss this inspiring conversation! 🔗 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eR4nbTSv or wherever you get your podcasts. #Podcast #Entrepreneurship #Sustainability #BollandBranch #ScottTannen #FairTrade #Innovation #HomeGoods #LuxuryLinens

This week, Ken Pilot interviews return guest, Ramy Sharp, Founder & CEO of Ramy Brook . Last time they spoke on The Retail Pilot podcast was over a year ago. Ken and Ramy discuss the brand's expansion, innovative marketing strategies, cutting-edge technology, and exciting new product categories on the horizon. Tune in to discover what's next for Ramy Brook. Listen here https://lnkd.in/eR4nbTSv or on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you to our sponsors: PredictSpring, Narvar, Bluecore and January Digital

Last Thursday we dropped our 10th edition of FLIGHTPATH - a bi-weekly newsletter about Retail trends, business news and technology. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/eM9_ZHkT and be sure to subscribe so you get future editions directly in your inbox. The 10th Edition features: ✈ Ken Pilot's musings on the democratization of fashion - with insights straight from his CommerceNext talk with Denise Incandela of Walmart ✈ A list of tech platforms that essentially pay YOU ✈ News about Golden Goose, Tanger and REVOLVE ✈ Our featured partner of the week, January Digital ✈ The latest episode of The Retail Pilot podcast with Hali Borenstein, CEO of Reformation

This week we are throwing it back to Ken Pilot's interview with Louisa Schneider, Founder & CEO at Rowan. Key highlights include: ✈ Rowan's pivot from shop-in-shops within Target stores to their own standalone locations ✈The expansion plan for the brand which now has nearly 50 locations nationwide ✈The value of maintaining a strong Board of Directors to help guide the brand ✈How leaders can gather insights and learn from challenges and setbacks Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eR4nbTSv or on your favorite podcast platform. Thank you to our sponsors January Digital, Narvar, PredictSpring and Bluecore

Looking back to this week's episode of The Retail Pilot podcast featuring Hali Borenstein, CEO of Reformation. Here is her take on how the brand is approaching sustainability with the mission to "bring sustainable fashion to everyone." Listen to the full episode here https://lnkd.in/eR4nbTSv or on your favorite podcast platform. #sustainability #sustainablefashion #environment #CEO