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Industry Veteran Brian Lange Shares His Vision for the Future of Retail

Total Retail Talks · with Brian Lange · March 11, 2021 · 29 min

Summary

In this episode, Brian Lange, co-founder of Future Commerce, dives into their Vision 2021 report, offering critical insights into evolving consumer behaviors and the future of retail. He discusses which COVID-19-driven habits will stick, the enduring role of brick-and-mortar, and generational engagement trends. This episode is a must-listen for retailers seeking to strategize for both immediate and long-term success amidst a changing landscape.

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retail & omnichannelbrand & contentfounder & leadership

Topics covered

future of retailconsumer trendsbrick-and-mortar strategygenerational engagementpost-covid consumer behavior

Episode description

In this bonus episode of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Brian Lange, co-founder of Future Commerce, a retail media research startup focused on helping e-commerce businesses create strategic vision. Listen in as Lange discusses his career background, the inspiration behind starting Future Commerce, and what he finds compelling about working in the retail…

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What does this episode say about retail & omnichannel?
Analyze your customer base for generational differences in engagement to tailor marketing and product strategies effectively.
What does this episode say about brand & content?
Re-evaluate your brick-and-mortar strategy, understanding that its role is shifting but not disappearing; focus on experiential aspects.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Identify which pandemic-driven consumer behaviors are temporary trends versus permanent shifts to avoid investing in fleeting fads.
What does this episode say about retail & omnichannel?
Leverage data from consumer trend reports to proactively adapt your business model and offerings to future retail landscapes.

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