The Retail Podcast21 Maj 2025

Retail’s Next Frontier: Leadership, Agility & Digital Influence with Ben Miller of Shoptalk

In this powerhouse episode of The Retail Podcast, Alex sits down with Ben Miller, VP of Content at Shoptalk, to unpack what’s really shaping the future of global retail.

From rising pressure on operational efficiency to the explosive growth of retail media and AI-powered discovery, this conversation goes deep into:

How leaders are navigating uncertainty
Why in-store tech investment is skyrocketing
The mindset shift retailers need to thrive
Key regional differences between the US and Europe
What’s next for grocery, CPG, and digital influence

As Shoptalk expands globally—with shows in the US, Europe, and now Abu Dhabi—Ben shares what he’s hearing from hundreds of retail leaders and why cultural adaptability and digital-first thinking are now non-negotiables.

📍 Recorded inside The Hive offices, just weeks before Shoptalk Europe 2025.

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