In this episode, Matt talks with Teri Connor about the creative engine behind Bealls Inc.—product development. Teri breaks down how exclusive brands come to life, what the development process really looks like, and how Bealls keeps up with global trends while maintaining strong relationships with sustainable partners around the world. From sourcing and design to in-house production and launching new brands, this conversation offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the strategy and creativity driving Bealls’ product innovation.
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Episode Timeline
0:00 Introduction & Product Development Overview
2:51 Joining Bealls Inc.
3:30 What is Product Development?
4:52 Exclusive Brands & Product Development Process
10:03 Rewind & Replay
11:19 Connecting the Product Development Message with Our Guest
13:25 Global Trends & the Creative Process
16:53 Sourcing & Production
21:05 Overseas & Domestic Partners
25:38 Partnering with Sustainable Factories
32:00 Product Development Cycle Coming Together
34:48 In-House Production
37:41 New Brands at Bealls Inc
52:00 Working in Product Development
56:00 Closing
