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Retail Refined, hosted by Melissa Gonzalez, is designed for retail leaders and lovers alike, and explores the in-store technology of the future, challenges the industry’s preconceived notions and brings together retail’s biggest names to understand the brand strategies that will define the next decade in retail.
MarketScale hosts Retail Refined, a business show with 190 episodes published.
In an industry where many brands are racing toward direct-to-consumer models, Simon G. Jewelry continues to take a different path, building its business around craftsmanship, trusted retail partnerships, and relationship
Hanna Andersson has built one of the strongest emotional connections in children's apparel, and on this episode of Retail Refined, Kara Carter, Chief Product Officer, joins Melissa Gonzalez to unpack why. As Kara puts it
For decades, the outlet trip had a familiar rhythm: get in the car, drive beyond the city, hunt for deals and come home with bags full of discounted finds. But that old model is giving way to something more layered. As r
Physical retail is under pressure to become as measurable and responsive as e-commerce. While retailers have spent years optimizing digital channels with real-time data, store teams have often had to make decisions with
Baby monitors have long promised parents the ability to see and hear their child from another room. But as connected health devices become more normalized in everyday life, from smartwatches to sleep trackers, parents ar
Gen Alpha is no longer a future consumer segment—they are already shaping how retail and entertainment experiences are designed today. Research from MG2 shows that a whopping 70% of Gen Alpha influence what adults in the
Walk into any beauty aisle—or scroll through your feed for five minutes—and it’s clear the industry is obsessed with what’s new. New formulas, new trends, new “rules.” But for many women, especially those who’ve been usi
For many retail brands, growth today isn’t just about innovation — it’s about keeping pace with customers whose expectations are evolving in real time, led by younger generations who expect brands to reflect their values
Gen Alpha’s coming of age is reshaping retail, with children playing a more visible role in purchase decisions through early preferences around color, comfort, and self-expression. Research continues to show that kids in
These days, ‘home’ means more than just four walls. It’s where people reset, gather, and express who they are—raising the bar for what they expect from the brands that help shape those spaces. Consumers are no longer jus
Luxury retail is in the midst of a reinvention. Circular fashion has moved from trend to transformation, reshaping how consumers perceive value, ownership, and access. According to the 2025 BCG × Vestiaire Collective Res
Great clothes may be where it starts, but today’s shoppers are looking for something more — a sense of connection, belonging, and shared purpose. Research shows that 90% of consumers value authenticity when deciding whic
As the lines blur between fashion, identity, and digital life, brands are racing to understand how today’s youth are reshaping culture and commerce. Pacsun’s new Youth Report 2025, produced in partnership with GlobalData
Building consumer brands today requires more than clever marketing; it demands brand trust. Consumers want proof that products work, delivered at prices that feel accessible. That shift has raised the bar for founders, e
Retail is evolving at a lightning pace, with consumer expectations higher and more informed than ever before. Deloitte research shows that 80% of consumers prefer brands that offer personalized experiences, with those cu
Retail is evolving at a lightning pace, with consumer expectations higher and more informed than ever before. Deloitte research shows that 80% of consumers prefer brands that offer personalized experiences, with those cu
As traditional digital advertising struggles to retain consumer trust, brands are exploring new, more authentic ways to connect with shoppers. Platforms like commerce media networks, which weave together commerce, conten
Luxury retail is no longer confined to storefronts and seasonal campaigns. Brands are bringing hospitality to retail, building deeper emotional connections, and extending their presence beyond the product. Coach, among o
As in-store experiences become key to brand loyalty, LEGO is doubling down on its core brand essence of play, using it as both a design philosophy and a strategic lever. The company is transforming its physical spaces in
As Gen Z cements its role as the cultural vanguard and Gen Alpha begins to assert its voice, brands face mounting pressure to not only keep pace but to actively shape youth identity. With social commerce booming and phys
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Retail Refined is hosted by MarketScale. The show is categorised under business (marketing) and has published 190 episodes.
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