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SHOPOLOGY: The Retail Show with Louise Grimmer Louise Grimmer
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Dive into the art + science of retail and shopping behaviour. SHOPOLOGY is hosted by retail expert and commentator Dr Louise Grimmer. Louise is a retail researcher, columnist, advisor and broadcaster. She is Director of retail consultancy Shopology (www.shopology.com.au), works as a retail academic at the University of Tasmania and writes the 'Retail Therapy' Column for TasWeekend. Join Louise as she delves into the world of shopping and consumer behaviour, and interviews a fascinating range of industry experts, practitioners, and researchers. From online shopping to experiential stores, the corner store to the shopping mall, and all things retail tech and trends, tune in for insightful analysis and lively discussion on the world of retailing and shoppers. This podcast is for anyone involved in the retail industry, as well as government, academics and consumers.
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Season 4 Episode 1 Mainstreet Australia Awards, Secondhand Fashion Shoppers and the Week's Retail News Roundup
And we're back! After some time away from the microphone, Shopology returns with Season 4.
Hosted by retail expert Dr Louise Grimmer, Shopology brings you the latest in retailing, marketing and consumer behaviour, including leading research, all the retail news, as well as interviews with retailers, marketers, researchers and those involved in the retail industry and consumer affairs.
In this episode, Louise chats all things 'Mainstreet Australia Awards' with Mainstreet's Liz Joldeski and with Amanda McEvoy from Launceston Central in Tasmania. Launceston Central recently had huge success at the awards - find out what they won and about the team behind their success.
Louise's recent research on secondhand fashion shopping is under the spotlight - did you know if you shop for secondhand clothes you're likely to be more stylish? Find out why in this episode. If you'd like a copy of the research paper, please email louise@shopology.com.au
And the regular round up of the latest retail news.
Useful links:
https://www.mainstreetaustralia.org.au
https://www.launcestoncentralcity.com.au
https://shopology.com.au
https://theconversation.com/do-you-shop-for-second-hand-clothes-youre-likely-to-be-more-stylish-180028
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20. The keys to Remarkable Retail with Steve Dennis
This interview is truly Remarkable!
In the latest instalment of The Interviews for SHOPOLOGY, Dr Jason Pallant interviewed Steve Dennis about the keys to Remarkable Retail and how the industry should respond to the post-Covid future.
Steve Dennis is a titan of retail, having worked at and consulted to many Fortune 500 retailers. He now co-hosts the Remarkable Retail podcast and is about to launch the 2nd edition of his Remarkable Retail book. In this detailed interview, Steve and Jason discuss:
What remarkable retail means and why 'very good is no longer good enough'What has changed, and what hasn't, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemicThe death of the boring middle and how to escapeHybridisation and harmonisation taking over from 'omni-channel' retailWhy closing stores to reduce costs may be counterproductive long termThe danger of trying to be the next 'Warby Parker of whatever'The next 'blind spots' for retailersThe Interviews series for SHOPOLOGY brings you in-depth discussions with the top minds in retail, facilitated by Dr Jason Pallant from Swinburne Business School and Dr Louise Grimmer from the University of Tasmania.
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19. The future of Martech and data insights for retailers with Rajan Kumar
Rajan Kumar is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of The Lumery, a Martech consultancy who work with some of Australia's largest retailers.
In the latest installment of The Interviews for SHOPOLOGY, Dr Jason Pallant interviewed Rajan about the role of data, insights, and Martech in retail. They cover:
The rise of Martech and the six new functions of marketersThe importance of data and insights to understand customersOvercoming challenges retailers face in connecting data sourcesHaving a plan for how data will be used, not just collectedThe future of Martech and data insights for retailersListen in for great insights, and subscribe for future episodes!
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Visit our website for more information about Louise Grimmer and the retail consultancy Shopology - www.shopology.com.au
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18. Retail holidays with Bec Goulter
SHOPOLOGY The Interviews brings you in-depth discussions with retail practitioners, experts, and academics.
Bec Goulter is the Director of Marketing and Events at the National Retail Association. Bec joined SHOPOLOGY co-host Dr Jason Pallant to kick-off the The Interviews for 2021. Listen in for a great discussion on:
The latest round of retail lockdowns and the need better collaboration. The biggest Christmas ever!Strategies for Lunar New Year, and why it takes more than a symbol on a scarf What's ahead for retail in 2021Support the show
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17. Predicting online retail's growth, the shift to suburban retail, and the importance of shopping local
Welcome to 2021. Dr Jason Pallant from Swinburne University and Dr Louise Grimmer from the University of Tasmania are back with a bright and shiny new podcast episode to get you ready for the new year.
With 2020, now a distant memory (thank goodness), Louise and Jason roll up their sleeves and get stuck into their predictions for retailing in 2021:
The rise and rise of online shoppingCBD shopping versus suburban retailWhy we're all now shopping local
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Visit our website for more information about Louise Grimmer and the retail consultancy Shopology - www.shopology.com.au
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16. Designing cities for people, Bec Goulter on retail awards, and a deep dive on AR
Join hosts Dr Louise Grimmer from the University of Tasmania and Dr Jason Pallant from Swinburne University of Technology for Season 2.
Jason and Louise cover the latest news, trends, and insights in retail and consumer marketing.
In Episode 4:
Australian Bureau of Statistics Sales Figures for October 2020 - some surprises!Lou Loves Local segment: Louise's latest OpEd published in The Mercury explains we need to design towns, cities and shopping precincts for people rather than for cars. Louise looks at proposed improvements for CBDs that promote walkability, cycling, street dining, enhanced green spaces, parklets and reduced car traffic. A hot topic currently being debated in Hobart and in other places around Australia.Jason interviews Bec Goulter, Director of Marketing and Events at the National Retail Association about supporting retailers during Covid19, running the NRA retail awards online this year and what 2021 holds for the retail industry.Dr J's Deep Dive segment: Jason takes an in-depth look at the use of Augmented Reality in retailing and shares some insights about the benefits and potential problems for consumers and retailers in using this type of technology.Please subscribe, rate and review the show - this really helps other people find us.
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Thanks for tuning in. Please subscribe, rate and review the show - this really helps other people find us.
Visit our website for more information about Louise Grimmer and the retail consultancy Shopology - www.shopology.com.au
You can support the show with a small monthly donation and help us keep making great retail content for our listeners: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1141493/supporters/new