In the latest episode of The Retail Tea Break podcast we explore how modern retail leaders are blending passion, people and purpose to drive meaningful growth. George Sullivan is the Founder and CEO of The Sole Supplier, a shopping platform and marketplace connecting sneakerheads with hard to find products. Through the use of innovative tech, engaging content and strategic partnerships, the brand drives over £50 million gross merchandise value (GMV) annually, to global brands like Nike, Adidas and ASOS. Over the past decade, George has bootstrapped the company from a bedroom blog to a UK powerhouse, driven by an amazing team of 30 at their Shoreditch hub in London!Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the evolving retail landscape and what it really takes to lead with heart and innovation.So grab that cup of tea, sit back and listen to the latest episode of The Retail Tea Break podcast.Key themes include:People-First Leadership: Creating supportive, ego-free team culturesAuthentic Community: Building real connections that drive loyaltyCreative Content: Human-led storytelling amplified by AI toolsAI + Human Insight: Using tech to enhance, not replace creativityRetail Trends: Shoppers want stories, transparency and valuesPassion-Led Projects: Solving real problems with purposeWhat’s Next: New content, podcast relaunches and brand collabsCatch up on previous episodes on your favourite podcast platform and while you’re there please hit that follow button so that you get to listen to it first every week. If you’d like to get involved in the next season of the podcast, as a guest or a sponsor please email melissa@theretailadvisor.ieA huge thank you to our sponsor, International Retail Magazine. Make sure you subscribe today! Read the latest edition here: https://irg-retail.com/international-retail-magazine/
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Connecting Retail
In the latest episode of The Retail Tea Break podcast I’m joined by an industry veteran who has brought measurable value to companies operating in the publishing, advertising and technology space. Dominick Miserandino is CEO of Retail Tech Media Nexus.Having held various C-Level and leadership roles, he has successfully worked and turned around over 100 eCommerce and digital businesses. Today’s guest achieved a 24x increase in monthly traffic at RetailWire.com, propelling it from 50,000 to 1.2 million visitors and transformed its market presence. So grab that cup of tea, sit back and listen to the latest episode of The Retail Tea Break podcast. We discussed:How do you see those retail and media are all about storytellingHow retailers need to focus on content and customer engagementDigital strategy in 2025?Lessons learned from the media industry that retailers could apply The best piece of advice you’ve ever received as a leader?Check Dominick out here: https://miserandino.com/Catch up on previous episodes on your favourite podcast platform and while you’re there please hit that follow button so that you get to listen to it first every week. Follow for weekly updates and watch us on YouTube by subscribing to The Retail Advisor. Sharing is caring—share episodes with your network and tag me, Melissa Moore, and The Retail Break podcast on social media.If you’d like to get involved in the next season of the podcast, as a guest or a sponsor please email melissa@theretailadvisor.ieA huge thank you to our sponsor, International Retail Magazine. Make sure you subscribe today! Read the latest edition here: https://irg-retail.com/international-retail-magazine/
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Store Experiences with TapCreative and Petmania
In the latest episode of The Retail Tea Break podcast I’m joined by two guests to explore incredible store experience.Brendan Boyle is COO and CO-Founder of TapCreative, who partners with forward thinking companies to define their customer experience design. His ethos is that it’s how well you engage emotively with your customer and communicate how your brand aligns with their lifestyles.Emily Miller is Petmania’s Sales and Marketing Manager with a passion for innovation with purpose. She has evolved Petmania’s consumer offering over the years to push beyond retail and give Petmania’s customers access to meaningful, educational and supportive campaigns that support their mission to create a world of happier, healthier pets.During this episode we discussed:Creating a foundation to drive the brand forwardThe design processWhy the award winning Athlone store works so wellConsidering the pre-store, instore and post-store experienceThe importance of upskilling the team Commercial and financial investment So grab that cup of tea, sit back and listen to the latest episode of The Retail Tea Break podcast.Visit TapCreative: https://tapcreative.ie/Shop online with Pet Mania: https://www.petmania.ie/Catch up on previous episodes on your favourite podcast platform and while you’re there please hit that follow button so that you get to listen to it first every week. Follow for weekly updates and watch us on YouTube by subscribing to The Retail Advisor. Sharing is caring—share episodes with your network and tag me, Melissa Moore, and The Retail Break podcast on social media.A huge thank you to our sponsor, International Retail Magazine. Make sure you subscribe today!Read the latest edition here: https://irg-retail.com/international-retail-magazine/
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Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption
In the latest episode of The Retail Tea Break podcast I’m joined by a strategic advisor on growth and transformation. Steve Dennis is a world renowned keynote speaker, author, and former C-suite executive at two large retailers. His groundbreaking book--Remarkable Retail: How to Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption is a perennial international bestseller. His provocative ideas on the future of commerce and consumer behavior are regularly featured in the media in his role as a Forbes senior contributor and as co-host of the award-winning Remarkable Retail podcast. Last year he was named retail's top global influencer by two different organizations and this year he was part of the NRF's inaugural class of retail's top voices.We discuss his latest book Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption, the collapse of the ‘un-remarkable’ middle and why retail leaders may be struggling to keep pace. He also kindly shares his two top pieces of advice for all retail leaders! So grab that cup of tea, sit back and listen to the latest episode of The Retail Tea Break podcast.Catch up on previous episodes on your favourite podcast platform and while you’re there please hit that follow button so that you get to listen to it first every week. Follow for weekly updates and watch us on YouTube by subscribing to The Retail Advisor. Sharing is caring—share episodes with your network and tag me, Melissa Moore, and The Retail Break podcast on social media.If you’d like to get involved in the next season of the podcast, as a guest or a sponsor please email melissa@theretailadvisor.iePurchase Leaders Leap: https://stevenpdennis.com/leaders-leap/Purchase Remarkable Retail: https://stevenpdennis.com/remarkable-retail/A huge thank you to our sponsor, International Retail Magazine. Make sure you subscribe today! Read the latest edition here: https://irg-retail.com/international-retail-magazine/
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Growing the business with Carraig Donn
In the latest episode of The Retail Tea Break podcast I’m joined by a guest who is a true expert in Irish retail! Anne Harrison is the Buying Director at Carraig Donn. Her deep understanding of the Irish customer and ever-evolving trends has been central to her employer’s growth and success. Since joining the team, she has played a pivotal role in the brand’s transformation, from just four stores in 1990 to 43 locations across Ireland today, along with a thriving multi million-euro online platform. As Carraig Donn celebrates 60 years in retail, today's guest believes the best is yet to come. With exciting new brands, upcoming expansions, and continuous innovation, the business shows no signs of slowing down. We talked about:Carraig Donn’s 60 years in business.Diversifying from a tourist-focused business countrywide retailer.Being a buyer; determining what to buy? The success of developing private labels.Affordable, quality fashion that fits.Why has Carraig Donn been so successful?What’s next for the business?So grab that cup of tea, sit back and listen to the latest episode of The Retail Tea Break podcast.Visit Carraig Donn online:https://www.carraigdonn.com/Catch up on previous episodes on your favourite podcast platform and while you’re there please hit that follow button so that you get to listen to it first every week. Follow for weekly updates and watch us on YouTube by subscribing to The Retail Advisor. Sharing is caring—share episodes with your network and tag me, Melissa Moore, and The Retail Break podcast on social media.A huge thank you to our sponsor, International Retail Magazine. Make sure you subscribe today!Read the latest edition here: https://irg-retail.com/international-retail-magazine/
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