Welcome to The Retail Whore by me, Michelle Sherrier: a podcast of stories and lessons from a life in retail. After decades spent in the retail industry, I’ve seen and done it all. Join me every week as I interview people from all walks of retail, the service industry, the wholesale gift industry, and more. We’ll talk about what drives them, the things they love, and some of the biggest lessons they have learned along the way. Brace yourself for The Retail Whore, a show that entertains and e ...
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Welcome to Retail101online, where timeless wisdom meets modern retail! Join our host, a seasoned veteran with four decades of experience spanning 20 countries and multiple retailers. In a world dominated by automation and technology, essential retail knowledge is often overlooked. Our mission is to revive these forgotten fundamentals and empower both aspiring retailers and curious consumers. From customer service to inventory management, we delve deep into the core principles that form the b ...
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Ever dreamed of switching up your work life, achieving a dream or starting your own business? Get inspired by our interviews with the young, smart women forging their own path in everything from fashion and beauty to restaurants and the music industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Retail impacts everyone, everywhere, every day. Join the National Retail Federation for authentic, insightful conversations with the industry's most interesting people. Hear retail executives, industry experts, entrepreneurs and influencers discuss trends, their career stories and the future of retail. Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.
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The Creativity Clinic dives into the exciting and ever-evolving world of the creative industries. Through engaging interviews with creative entrepreneurs, performers, artists, UX designers, editors, producers, and more, we bring you behind-the-scenes stories and expert insights. Whether you're looking for career guidance, exploring a career pivot, or simply curious about the impact of creativity on society, our podcast provides the inspiration and knowledge you need to succeed in the creativ ...
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This Podcast is hosted by Shaun Pepper. His mission in life is to empower the world's citizens to explore opportunities to help themselves, individuals, their local and global communities, and the world. As a Parent, Husband, World Traveller, Educational Technologist, Educator, Designer, Entrepreneur, Musician, and Creator. Conversations often intersect with guests who share a similar curiosity or experts in these areas. Follow Shaun across social @shaun_pepper across social and use #sp_podc ...
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On his new ten-episode series, Joseph Gordon-Levitt will get into the nitty-gritty of how a wide variety of creative people do what they do. Listeners’ questions will inspire conversations between Gordon-Levitt and a range of creative guests, from Hollywood notables like Rian Johnson and Seth Rogen & Evan Goldberg, to behind-the-scenes heavyweights like casting director Mary Vernieu, and from political visual artist Shepard Fairey to indie sonic songstress, Yuka Honda, and more.
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The series, Discover Design presents varied aspects of Interior, space, products, communication, and service design to inform the participants of the what, the how, and why of Design. They may be case studies of earlier projects, trends that may be visualized, or issues concerning the subject area. The webinars are attended by young Design aspirants, Design professionals, and those interested to understand influences, future impacts, material and products, crafts, human & technology interven ...
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EP 204: HIRING SMARTER, NOT HARDER WITH ANDREA HOFFER
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1:00:15Andrea Hoffer is an experienced Talent Acquisition & Management strategist and entrepreneur, passionate about building exceptional teams. As the founder of aha! Talent Experts, she has helped businesses across the country improve recruitment processes, align hiring with company culture, and develop employer brands that attract top talent. With over…
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Leading With Ubuntu - I Am Because We Are
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17:35Send us a text Episode 21 – Leading the Ubuntu Way: The African Philosophy That Builds Better Retail Teams In this powerful 21st episode of Retail101online, we explore a management philosophy that’s as human as it is effective—Ubuntu. Rooted in Southern African tradition and best summarized as "I am because we are," Ubuntu offers retail managers a …
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384. The digital strategy behind Mack Weldon’s growth
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25:22The story of Mack Weldon begins with a moment many men know all too well — standing in the underwear aisle, overwhelmed by choice and underwhelmed by experience. In this episode of Retail Gets Real, Brian Berger, founder and CEO of Mack Weldon, shares how frustration as a consumer inspired him to reinvent men’s basics with a focus on smart design, …
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EP 203: THRIVING IN UNCERTAINTY WITH BOB NEGEN
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1:07:01Bob Negen is a retail powerhouse, co-founder of WhizBang! Retail Training, and creator of Retail Brilliance, a cutting-edge educational platform for independent retailers. With a storied past as a kite shop owner and over two decades helping retailers master everything from sales to strategy, Bob joins Michelle for a deep, honest, and inspiring con…
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SIGNAGE, SALES, AND DISPLAY STRATEGIES - SHELF TALK WITH CO-HOST SUSAN ESAYIAN!
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1:16:43Susan and Michelle are back with another action-packed episode of Shelf Talk! In this conversation, they kick things off with a quick catch-up and get into what it’s like working alongside their husbands, including a juicy business conversation about a car wash. They dive into plans to collaborate with sponsors and grow the community, what’s in sto…
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From Ordinary To Extraordinary With Uplifting Service
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15:34Send us a text Rise Above the Ordinary: Uplifting Service Lessons for Retail Success Welcome to a milestone episode of RETAIL101online! In Episode 20, we explore one of the most powerful tools for transforming your retail career — Uplifting Service by bestselling author Ron Kaufman. Whether you're working in fashion, food, electronics, or customer …
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EP 202: LEADING A RETAIL REVIVAL WITH STEVEN HENKE
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45:50Steven Henke is the Chief of Brand Marketing at DAP Health. DAP Health is an advocacy-based community health center in Palm Springs, CA, serving over 88,000 patients. It provides comprehensive medical and mental healthcare, STI testing and treatment, dentistry, pharmacy, and lab services. A wide array of wraparound services enables patients to expe…
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383. Amplifying the voices of small business owners
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20:55Small businesses power retail—they make up 98% of retailers in the country. Right now, small companies are grappling with economic and political uncertainty and facing an existential threat from tariffs. We talk to NRF vice president of advocacy and engagement Meghan Cruz about the devastating impact of tariffs and what NRF is doing to advocate for…
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EP 201: ALL HANDS ON DECK WITH SARA VASKOV AND BAILEY WEAVER
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1:26:25Sara Vaskov has been in the San Luis Obispo retail scene for over two decades. She began working at Hands Gallery 22 years ago and became the owner in 2016, leading the shop through years of growth and evolution. Beyond running a thriving small business, Sara is deeply involved in community advocacy. As a board member of the Downtown SLO Associatio…
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Your Money - Your Future: Personal Finances Explained
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15:41Send us a text Episode 19 – your money, your future: personal finance basics for retail workers In this powerful and practical episode of retail101online, we explore how retail workers—especially those working abroad in the middle east—can start building a stronger financial future with simple, easy-to-understand personal finance tips. Many frontli…
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EP 200: LOCALS ONLY WITH MISTY STACHEL
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1:13:36Misty Stachel is the founder and owner of 85 Local, a carefully curated boutique that blends locally made goods with unique, high-quality finds from beyond Arizona. With a passion for retail and community, Misty has created a shopping destination where customers can discover one-of-a-kind gifts, stylish apparel, and must-have home accessories—all w…
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382. How San Diego District Attorney Summer Stephan combats organized retail crime
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29:45Organized retail crime (ORC) is not a victimless crime — it can have a devastating impact on the real people behind retailers. Summer Stephan, San Diego County District Attorney, joins us to discuss the fight against organized retail crime. We explore laws and initiatives to combat the insidious issue, plus what local businesses can do to protect t…
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Thinking Fast & Slow By Daniel Kahneman And The Impact On Retail
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13:12Send us a text In this podcast, we dive into Daniel Kahneman's "Thinking, Fast and Slow" to uncover how you can solve your everyday thinking problems. By understanding the two systems of thought—fast, intuitive reactions and slow, deliberate analysis—you'll learn how to make better decisions, avoid common cognitive biases, and enhance your problem-…
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EP 199: RETAIL ROUNDTABLE WITH EMMA LEWIS (RARE FORM), SONIA MCMORAN (HOME/WORK), SASHA VARNI (WISH)
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1:27:43Emma Lewis is the owner of Rare Form and The Twentieth, both based in Chicago. Emma works to digitally restore and reinterpret 100-year-old designs to create unique greeting cards, stationery, and more. Through her work, her goal is to empower and affirm others with a brand that combines vintage images with unapologetic contemporary feminist langua…
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STUNNING, STAND-OUT DISPLAYS - SHELF TALK WITH CO-HOST SUSAN ESAYIAN!
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1:01:34Susan and Michelle join forces again for another episode of Shelf Talk! Here, they kick things off with a recap of Susan’s recent trip to New Orleans and all the fun shops she explored while there. Next, they share some of their favorite displays found on Instagram and discuss their stand-out design elements and features. Susan and Michelle also di…
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381. The innovators driving the future of retail
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26:48One thing is constant in retail: change. Innovation is the cornerstone of the industry. We’re joined by Seth Webb, executive vice president of Tusk Strategies, and Sucharita Kodali, vice president and principal analyst of Forrester Research, to discuss the transformative trends, cutting-edge technologies, and emerging solution providers that are sh…
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EP 198: PR FOR A NEW AGE WITH GLORIA CHOU
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48:04Gloria Chou is an award-winning PR strategist and host of the top-rated Small Business PR Podcast. Known for her untraditional yet proven approach to PR which makes visibility and access to media accessible for anyone, Gloria helps BIPOC and female founders get featured organically in top-tier media without needing PR connections or a large followi…
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Lighting Up the Stage with Chloe French
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1:01:09In this illuminating final episode of the season, Kirsty Hunter is joined by Chloe French, an inspiring Head of Lighting whose work spans major theatre productions and global music tours. From touring with Blood Brothers and lighting up stages for The Book of Mormon to working on the Billie Eilish tour and immersive experiences like Come Alive, Chl…
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EP 197: STARTED WITH A BEAD KIT, NOW WE’RE HERE WITH MARRIN COSTELLO
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1:08:04Marrin Costello is an American businesswoman, designer, and brand architect. Her career as a creative began at age seven, after receiving a bead kit for Christmas. Selling her creations at local San Francisco Bay Area craft fairs and local boutique retailers while in grammar school, Costello's love for both business and fashion was realized at a ve…
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380. How Vera Bradley transformed a legacy brand
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24:49Vera Bradley, the beloved purse, travel and accessory retailer, recently refreshed their brand look and strategy to increase brand awareness and expand their consumer profile. Vera Bradley’s CEO, Jackie Ardrey, joins us to discuss the brand’s transformation, the Vera Bradley customer and how the company stays ahead in the ever-evolving retail indus…
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From Youth Roles to Adult Ambitions: A Conversation with Pierre Hanson-Johnson
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48:32In the penultimate episode of Season 2 of The Creativity Clinic, we shine a spotlight on performer and actor Pierre Hanson-Johnson, whose journey through the world of musical theatre offers a thoughtful look at what it really takes to grow a career in the performing arts. Pierre shares his experiences beginning in youth theatre, landing roles in pr…
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EP 196: THROUGH THE LENS OF A LOCAVORE WITH CAROLINE WEAVER
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50:33Caroline Weaver is an obsessive shopper, former specialty shop owner, and creator of The Locavore Guide. During her years as a shopkeeper, she yearned for a resource to help others understand what it actually means to "shop small" and to share information about why it’s better for everyone. In a world of algorithms and convenience, most of us have …
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Behind the Glass: Visual Merchandising with Lisa Clemenger
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1:12:06In this captivating episode of The Creativity Clinic, we step into the dazzling world of visual storytelling with Lisa Clemenger, a celebrated visual merchandiser who’s spent nearly two decades crafting iconic window displays and in-store magic at Liberty London. Lisa shares how her career in visual merchandising took shape, what it’s like to work …
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EP 195: THE HOLIDAY POP-UP BREAKDOWN WITH ANDREW FEGLER
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1:23:47Andrew Fegler is the brains and beauty behind That’s So Andrew, the sassy gift brand for the girls, gays, and theys. He’s been sailing the entrepreneurial seas for over a decade and has gone from manufacturing to having a brick & mortar to creating an exclusive wholesale brand. Now, he’s full-circling back to open the doors of a pop-up gift shop! I…
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379. Whole Foods’ holistic approach to merchandising and customer service
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24:12Whole Foods places its whole focus on serving and nourishing its shoppers. Sonya Gafsi Oblisk, chief merchandising and marketing officer for Whole Foods Market, joins us to talk about how Whole Foods stays ahead of food trends, builds trust with its customers and leads the industry in high-quality sourcing. She also shares her career journey, what …
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The Wrd: Revolutionising Music Industry Training with Howard Monk
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1:09:38In this episode, we sit down with Howard Monk, founder and CEO of The Wrd – a dynamic online music education platform aimed at anyone aged 16 and above looking to explore, enhance, or enter the music industry. With a background in artist management, live event production, and music strategy, Howard shares his journey from the live music scene to ed…
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INTRODUCING... SHELF TALK WITH CO-HOST SUSAN ESAYIAN!
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50:06Welcome to Shelf Talk: a brand new, add-on segment inside the Retail Whore Podcast! In this new once-a-month segment, Michelle and co-host Susan Esayian dive into all things merchandising and design. Both Michelle and Susan have strong backgrounds as buyers and merchandisers in retail and wholesale gifts. On Shelf Talk, you’ll have the chance to su…
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EP 194: GETTING RETAIL SMART WITH DAN JABLONS
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42:47Dan Jablons heads up Retail Smart Guys, a premier consulting company for independent retail. Dan studied at the Ohio State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Production. Throughout his career, he’s worked with big-name retailers like Walmart, Target, JC Penney, American Apparel, Betsey Johnson, Donna Karan, J…
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378. How Coach captivates consumers with visual storytelling
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25:52Coach is a visionary of visual storytelling and experiences. Giovanni Zaccariello, SVP of global visual experience for Coach, joins us to discuss the evolution of visual merchandising and how he tells Coach’s story to a global audience. He also shares the moment that changed his career trajectory and his advice for taking risks and following your g…
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Cue the Music: Liam Godwin’s Inside Look at Musical Direction
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1:03:27In this episode of The Creativity Clinic, we sit down with Liam Godwin, an acclaimed Musical Director whose work spans theatre and live tours. From leading the music for Get Up, Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical and Misty to working on Gareth Malone’s nationwide tours, Liam shares his journey into the world of musical direction, breaking down what i…
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EP 193: YOUR HOME, YOUR STORY WITH MARY BLIGH AND JESSICA GIANCOTTI
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1:04:31Mary Bligh and Jessica Giancotti are lifelong friends and passionate designers with over 20 years of combined experience. Together, they founded Lily & Marigold Home + Design on a shared belief: women can thrive in their careers, embrace motherhood, and create beautiful, functional spaces that truly feel like home. Mary and Jessica believe a beauti…
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200+ Audiobooks & Counting: How Billie Fulford-Brown Built a Full-Time Career in Voiceover
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1:12:53In this episode of The Creativity Clinic Podcast, I sit down with Billie, an award-winning voiceover artist who has built an incredible full-time career in the audiobook industry. With over 200 books on Audible, Billie has voiced stories for some of the world’s most renowned authors, bringing characters to life with her signature narration style. B…
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EP 192: HOMETOWN SWEETNESS WITH LIZ FERREIRA
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56:23Liz Ferreira’s mom Beth started floral and gift shop Sweetbay out of her home when her two children were small. Over the years, her business has taken her to several brick-and-mortar shops, retail cooperatives and studio design. Her creative vision is the backbone of Sweetbay, as her merchandising inspires clients and shoppers across the Massachuse…
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377. How Pinterest wins with personalized content
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27:42Consumers turn to Pinterest for inspiration on everything from design and fashion to meal prep and so much more. Rachel Hardy, director of consumer product marketing for Pinterest, joins us to share how the brand captures such a wide and engaged audience. We explore the consumer outlook and emerging trends for 2025, including mobile spending, AI op…
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The Business of Voiceover: How to Find Work, Avoid Pitfalls & Thrive with Linton Tulloch
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51:11In this episode of The Creativity Clinic Podcast, we dive into the world of voiceover artistry with Linton, a creative who made a bold career pivot just before the pandemic. Fast forward to today—Linton has voiced major commercials for global brands like Sony and Samsung, landed awards, and works across the Atlantic in the gaming and entertainment …
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EP 191: CMA MERCHANDISER’S RECAP WITH JESSICA YOUNG, RONALD CARTER, SUSAN ESAYIAN & DAVE SHERRIER
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1:31:08Ronald Carter likes to think of creative styling as an art form: a masterpiece, carefully crafted by imagination and passion. He fell into his career by accident as a struggling actor in need of a side hustle. Ronald was living in Seattle at the time and recalls asking a friend if she knew of anyone who was hiring, and she kindly suggested checking…
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Breaking News: Inside the World of Digital Journalism with Jamie Moreland
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1:03:42How do you break into journalism and land a role at one of the world's most renowned media organisations? In this episode of The Creativity Clinic Podcast, we go behind the scenes with Jamie Moreland, a BBC journalist shaping digital content for younger audiences. From scriptwriting, research, and editing to publishing breaking news stories on the …
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376. How Target’s consumer-first strategy drives success
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19:58Target hits the bullseye when it comes to serving its customers. Rick Gomez, Target’s executive vice president and chief commercial officer, joins us to talk about Target’s winning merchandising strategy, his favorite consumer trends and how shopping habits have evolved in recent years. He also shares the biggest lessons he’s learned in his illustr…
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Angela Ferreira: Championing Diversity and the Next Generation of TV Storytellers
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1:03:48In this inspiring episode of The Creativity Clinic, we sit down with Angela, an internationally acclaimed television producer who has shaped the landscape of TV and film. With decades of experience spanning scripted, reality, entertainment, and children's television, Angela has held senior roles at prestigious broadcasters like Channel 4 and BBC Te…
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EP 190: SOLO SHOW WITH MICHELLE: CMA SHOW RECAP
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1:10:46Many of you were interested in hearing about how the CMA job came to be, my planning process, and how everything turned out. This week, I’m recapping it all here on the podcast! Starting from the beginning, I talk about how Emily Hoffman (VP of Sales for CMA) reached out to me for some rework projects, then get into the challenges we faced, all the…
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📸 From Passion to Paycheck: Building a High-Value Fashion Photography Career with Ian Hippolyte
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1:06:11In this episode of The Creativity Clinic Podcast, we sit down with Ian Hippolyte, a freelance fashion photographer whose work has graced the likes of ITV, Love Island, Big Brother, and music icons like Ed Sheeran. Ian shares his journey from starting out to working with major clients, revealing the secrets to building a high-value fashion photograp…
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