#435: Publix’s Approach to Nurturing Loyalty with a People-First, Legacy-Driven Approach
Send us a text For nearly a century, Publix has been a cornerstone of the Southeast’s grocery landscape, earning a level of customer devotion that transcends traditional shopping habits. Founded in 1930 by George Jenkins, the company has grown from a single store in Winter Haven, Florida, to nearly 1,400 stores across eight states, all while remaining true to its founding ethos: take care of your people, and they will take care of your customers. In a recent episode of Leaders in Custom...
17 Apr 202524min
#434: Industry Voices: Jonathan Silver of Engage People on the Power of Pay with Points and Loyalty Innovation
Send us a text In an era where brands are increasingly scrutinizing the financial impact of their loyalty strategies, Jonathan Silver, CEO of Engage People, has a clear message: loyalty programs must drive measurable, positive ROI or risk becoming expendable. Speaking with Loyalty360 as part of the "Leaders in Customer Loyalty: Industry Voices" series, Silver shared his perspective on where loyalty is headed, the technologies reshaping customer engagement, and the strategies bran...
15 Apr 202522min
#433: Leaders in Customer Loyalty Brand Stories featuring Office Depot | Enhancing the Customer Experience in Today’s Work Environment
Send us a text In an era where retail continues to evolve at breakneck speed, Office Depot and OfficeMax are setting a new standard for how customer loyalty is earned, nurtured, and scaled. With hybrid work as the new norm and customer expectations growing more complex, Office Depot is meeting the moment with a bold blend of personalized service, smart data use, and culture-driven execution. At the heart of this transformation is Kevin Moffitt, President of Office Depot's integrated bus...
10 Apr 202527min
#432: Leaders in Customer Loyalty Brand Stories featuring Feeding America
Send us a text How Loyalty Principles Drive Impact in the Nonprofit Sector Loyalty professionals spend much of their time optimizing engagement, designing value exchanges, and driving long-term brand affinity. While these strategies are typically associated with commercial brands, they’re just as relevant, and arguably more critical, in the nonprofit sector, where emotional commitment and sustained participation directly impact lives. Feeding America, the largest hunger relief org...
3 Apr 202528min
#431: Leaders in Customer Loyalty Brand Stories featuring Portillo’s
Send us a text Bringing Loyalty to Life with an Authentic, Brand-First Approach Since its founding in 1963, Portillo’s has built a loyal following with its crave-worthy Chicago-style street food, from iconic Italian beef sandwiches to its famous chocolate cake. Customers don’t just dine at Portillo’s—they celebrate there, creating memories that span generations. Now, with the launch of its first-ever loyalty program, Portillo’s Perks, the brand is taking customer engagement to the next ...
27 Mars 202529min
#430: Leaders in Customer Loyalty: Executive Spotlight featuring Per Jensen, Director of Loyalty, Stop and Shop
Send us a text Welcome to the latest installment of Leaders in Customer Loyalty, the podcast where Loyalty360 sits down with some of the most innovative and accomplished leaders in customer loyalty, engagement, and experience. As part of our Executive Spotlight series, we’re excited to feature a conversation with Per Jensen, Director of Loyalty at Stop & Shop. Per brings a global perspective to loyalty strategy, drawing on his rich career across Europe and the United States. In this...
22 Mars 202526min
#429: First Tech's Commitment to Innovation and Customer Loyalty: An Exclusive Interview with Mairi Burns
Send us a text First Tech Federal Credit Union has a long-standing history of serving individuals in the tech industry, providing financial services tailored to their unique needs. In a recent interview, Mairi Burns, Vice President of Brand Marketing at First Tech, discussed the organization’s strategic vision, customer loyalty initiatives, and the recent launch of their ambitious First Tech Beyond program.
20 Mars 202532min
#428: Leaders in Customer Loyalty: Executive Spotlight Featuring Don Smith, Chief Consulting Officer, Capillary
Send us a text In this edition of Loyalty360’s Executive Spotlight, we speak with Don Smith, Chief Consulting Officer at Capillary Technologies. With nearly two decades of experience at Brierley, now part of Capillary, Don offers unique insight into the evolving loyalty landscape — from program design and advanced analytics to the role of AI-driven personalization and member-controlled experiences. During this conversation with Mark Johnson, Loyalty360 CEO, Don shares his perspective o...
15 Mars 202542min
