Conversation with Zi Xuan and Yijia Wang, Co-Creators, advene
Zi Xuan and Yijia Wang, founders of Advene, discuss the process of developing a new accessories brand in the middle of the pandemic, with a focus on sustainability and transparency. They discuss the intersection of data and design and the important role it plays in today's retail marketplace.
Conversation with Marc Mastronardi, Chief of Stores, Macy’s
Marc Mastronardi shares his extensive experience in developing fashion offering in a omni-retail department store setting. He discusses Macy's focus on diversity and inclusion, and the collaborative effort it takes to create the Macy's experience.
Conversation with Paul Magel, President, Business Applications & Technology Outsourcing Division, CGS
Paul Magel discusses how fashion business can leverage technology to create supply chain visibility and efficiency. He recommends strategies, such as multi-sourcing and shared risked relationships, for brands to be avoid vulnerabilities, especially during times of crisis.
The ABCs of Fashion Marketing During a Pandemic
In this episode, “The ABCs of Fashion Marketing During a Pandemic,” we explore how creative directors are developing campaigns remotely, and how they must balance between customer realities and brand integrity.
Conversation with Carissa Barrett, VP Retail, Byredo
Carissa Barrett discusses her role as an innovative retail leader in the beauty industry, facilitating success for managers, which in turn creates an optimal experience for customers. She shares insights on how the high-touch, high-emotion beauty industry is adapting due to the pandemic
Q&A with Joshua Williams of Fashion Consort, host of News Bytes
Joshua Williams, the host of NewsBytes and creator of the weekly podcast series, Retail Revolution, has been gaining attention for his in-depth conversations with special guest speakers such as photographer Nigel Barker (America's Next Top Model) and Luisa Herrera-Garcia (SVP of Production at John Varvatos). A professor and consultant, Williams is currently the MPS Associate Director at Parsons School of Design and is often asked to speak at events worldwide as well as appear on news broadcasts to share his expertise on current issues in the fashion industry and fashion higher education. Also the founder of Fashion Consort, a consultancy that draws on a deep network of experts and professionals to produce content that inspires, entertains and educates businesses, students and consumers. Williams launched his short-form podcast in February as a more personal and intimate way to connect with an audience. Less than a year later, News Bytes is being distributed in partnership with FashionUnited to expand its international reach.
Conversation with Luca Marchetti, Senior Lecturer, IFM & Sorbonne Nouvelle
Luca Marchetti deep dives into current issues in fashion, related to inclusivity, diversity and cultural appropriation. He discusses the complexity of fashion branding and marketing especially on a global scale and to multiple generations, all with fast-shifting, sometimes contrasting, values.
新零售革命 Bonus Episode: Fashion Retail in China with Xia Feng 冯霞 (in Mandarin)
In this special bonus episode, in Mandarin, guest host Joy Chen speaks with Xia Feng about fashion retail in China. 在这期特别栏目中，特邀主持人Joy Chen 将会对话How Consulting的CEO冯霞女士，分享冯总关于疫情期间中国零售的策略布局变化，中国企业对新变革的积极应对以及对国际市场带来的引导和启发。同时，她也提及了中国新零售即将迎来的新机遇！
Conversation with Massimo Volpe, CEO, Global Retail Alliance
Massimo Volpe discusses the need for a more interconnected conversation between global retailers. He shares insight on omni-channel retailing, from a generational perspective, and discusses new technologies such as voice commerce.
Conversation with Ron Thurston, Author, "Retail Pride"
Ron Thurston is an experienced retail executive with a demonstrated history of delivering exceptional results and building culture. Skilled in trend analysis, retail, client development and growing store fleet count.
Conversation with Nick McHenry, CEO, OneShop
Nick McHenry shares insights on the shifts in clientelling, drawing from his experience in many fashion retailing environments from mass to luxury. He emphasizes the need to offer a personalized experiences, which he describes as less about technology and more about empathy and understanding.
In Search of Fashion Leadership
In this episode, fashion career specialist Meghan Houle considers the ways in which executive leadership must adapt to crises, and how this changes the way fashion companies hire.
How to Record a Podcast Remotely And Get It Right The First Time
Creating podcasts remotely, a helpful guide from Descript, the ultimate online platform for podcast editing. FC Podcasts uses Descript for all post-production of their podcasts, including Fashion Consort News Bytes, Retail Revolution, Broadway ReFocused and Transition of Style.
Conversation with Barbara Kolson, Director, The FAME Center
Barbara Kolson, fashion industry attorney and director of The FAME Center at Cardozo Law, discusses the legal frameworks needed to operate a fashion business. She focuses on copyright, trademark and patent law, as well as issues related to entrepreneurship, politics and legal access for women and minorities.