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The ReForge Podcast: Automation, AI, and the American Worker w/Matthew ChangBusiness Expert Reveals Secrets to Success in the AI Revolution | The NXC Podcast NetworkTimestamp Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Brittain's Track Record: Predicting Amazon & Whole Foods 10:00 - Tesla FSD vs Waymo: The Robotaxi Revolution 18:35 - OpenAI is the New BlackBerry - Google Wins 22:20 - The Buggy Whip Moment: AI Replacing Jobs 26:00 - Reshoring American Manufacturing Strategy 35:30 - The Future of AI: Local Computing vs Data Centers In this AI podcast, host Matthew Chang sits down with Brittain Ladd, the futurist who predicted Amazon acquiring Whole Foods years before it happened. Brittain shares his bold predictions for 2026 including...
2026-01-2340 min
NXC Podcast NetworkBusiness Expert Reveals Secrets to Success in the AI Revolution | The NXC Podcast NetworkTimestamp Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Brittain's Track Record: Predicting Amazon & Whole Foods 10:00 - Tesla FSD vs Waymo: The Robotaxi Revolution 18:35 - OpenAI is the New BlackBerry - Google Wins 22:20 - The Buggy Whip Moment: AI Replacing Jobs 26:00 - Reshoring American Manufacturing Strategy 35:30 - The Future of AI: Local Computing vs Data Centers In this AI podcast, host Matthew Chang sits down with Brittain Ladd, the futurist who predicted Amazon acquiring Whole Foods years before it happened. Brittain shares his bold predictions for 2026 including...
2026-01-2340 min
The Produce Moms PodcastEP376 2026 Grocery Retail Trends & Forecasts with Brittain LaddIn this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor discusses grocery retail trends and insights with Brittain Ladd, a recognized expert in the field. They explore the impact of Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods, the challenges facing Kroger, and the potential political aspirations of Walmart's Doug McMillan.
2026-01-1451 min
DISRUPTOR CONFESSIONS with John AyersThe Supply Chain Disruptor | EP04 – Brittain Ladd | Disruptor Confessions with John Ayers📝 DescriptionWhat if the supply chain wasn’t a cost center — but a growth engine?Brittain Ladd — one of the most outspoken and visionary voices in retail, logistics, and supply-chain strategy — joins host John Ayers to break down how AI, automation, and autonomous systems are rewriting the rules of business. From Amazon’s logistics dominance to Walmart’s AI transformation and the coming disruption of DoorDash and Kroger, Ladd pulls no punches.You’ll learn:• Why “the purpose of a supply chain is to do one thing: enable growth.”• How automation, robotics, and AI will col...
2025-11-061h 00
Retailgentic: Agentic Commerce meets Retail and BrandsAmazon's Secret Plan to Beat Walmart with AI Vans & Micro-Fulfillment | Interview with Brittain LaddAmazon is quietly building the future of grocery and retail logistics and former Amazon exec Brittain Ladd is here to break it all down.In this exclusive conversation, Brittain reveals never-before-shared insights into Amazon's local vending machines (LVMs), robot-powered Rivian vans, and the AI-driven strategy to dethrone Walmart in grocery. He also discusses Amazon's ambitions in third-party logistics and why they might one day buy the USPS.Whether you're into e-commerce, logistics, or the future of automation, this is an episode you don't want to miss.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Brittain Ladd background2:00 – Inst...
2025-07-2936 min
Jason & Scot ShowThe Jason & Scot Show | Scoop: Brittain Ladd on Amazon’s Local Vending Machine and Autonomous Robotic Rivians for Hyper-efficient grocery deliveryBrittain Ladd worked at Amazon and helped them conceive of a model that was both cheaper than traditional package delivery and more convenient as well. The goal? To help Amazon (2.5% share) grocery catch-up and ultimately beat Wal-mart in grocery (25% share). It starts with grocery distribution centers that are fully robotic/automated called Local Vending...
2025-07-2938 min
The Jason & Scot Show - E-Commerce And Retail NewsScoop: Brittain Ladd on Amazon's Local Vending Machine and Autonomous Robotic Rivians for Hyper-efficient grocery deliveryBrittain Ladd worked at Amazon and helped them conceive of a model that was both cheaper than traditional package delivery and more convenient as well. The goal? To help Amazon (2.5% share) grocery catch-up and ultimately beat Wal-mart in grocery (25% share). It starts with grocery distribution centers that are fully robotic/automated called Local Vending Machines (LVMs) instead of stores. These LVMS can fill traditional Prime vans with product, or they can fill 'cartridges' that then fit in a specialized Rivian that accepts the cartridge full of product and then robotically fulfills each stop on a delivery route vi...
2025-07-2938 minThe Produce Moms PodcastEP332 - Grocery Industry 2025: Innovations and Challenges Unpacked with Brittain LaddIn this episode of the Produce Moms podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes back grocery retail expert Brittain Ladd to discuss significant trends and events shaping the grocery industry in 2025. They delve into the failed Kroger-Albertsons merger, the competitive landscape of major retailers like Costco, Amazon, Walmart, and Target, and the challenges of attracting and retaining talent in the produce sector.
2025-01-1548 min
Opening Bid UnfilteredWhy Walmart is clobbering its rivalsWalmart has had a year for the record books. The company’s stock is up a sizzling 80% this year. Its financial performance has been beyond impressive given Walmart’s size. And Walmart continues to out-perform key retail rivals such as Target. It’s for these reasons Walmart has secured the 2024 Yahoo Finance Company of the Year award. Yahoo Finance executive editor Brian Sozzi sat down with Walmart CEO Doug McMillon to learn more about the company’s growth plans, and what keeps the long-time CEO up at night. He says Walmart is truly firing on all cylinders. But can Walmart st...
2024-12-1625 min
The CPG GuysTalking Today's Leadership, Earnings Releases and M&A with Brittain LaddThe CPG Guys are joined by independent consultant Brittain Ladd. This is Britain's 3rd appearance on the show. We recorded this on Dec 10 and this is about as real time a topics and an episode could be.Follow Brittain Ladd at : https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittainladdFollow and subscribe to 'No retreat, no surrender' : https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/no-retreat-no-surrender-6929753812693901312/To register for the CPG industry's first exec ed program on retail media at Cornell : https://ecornell.cornell.edu/certificates/marketing/retail-media-strategy/Here's what we asked him : 1. Campbell's leadership changes.
2024-12-1149 min
Dirty Deeds Done WellEpisode 102: Games Without FrontiersAmazon Supercenter | Victoria's Secret Fashion Show | Trigema Affe Charly
Gerüchten gemäss möchte AMAZON den physischen Einzelhandel in den USA mit einem Supercenter beglücken. Ist dieser Schritt notwendig, um langfristig im Wettbewerb mit dem Omni-Channel-Giganten WALMART zu bestehen? Oder sollen vor allem Erfahrungen gesammelt werden, die sich in anderen Geschäftsfeldern nutzen lassen?
Die Unterwäsche-Marke VICTORIA’S SECRET setzt wieder auf ihre einst legendäre Fashion-Show, die die Marke und auch Models wie Heidi Klum und Tyra Banks gross machte. Hilft diese Neuauflage des vor einigen Jahren heftig in die Kritik geratenen Events die Gesch...
2024-10-3128 min
FreightCastsThe Stockout EP131 Retailers beware – Amazon is opening a SupercenterOn FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey interview independent consultant Brittain Ladd. Follow The Stockout PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-10-1428 min
The StockoutRetailers beware – Amazon is opening a SupercenterOn FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey interview independent consultant Brittain Ladd. Follow The Stockout PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-10-1428 min
FreightWaves NOWOctober 15th is the FIRST EVER Freight Fraud Awareness Day!In this episode, Isaiah Buchanan and Grace Sharkey chat about the alarming rise of freight fraud in the United States. They discuss different tactics used by fraudsters, the economic impact, and how to get involved in raising awareness.
Key Points:
Freight fraud costs the industry billions of dollars annually.
Common tactics include double brokering, business email compromise, and cargo theft.
Regulatory bodies are starting to take notice of the problem.
Individuals can help by getting to know their local law enforcement and reaching out to representatives.
Take...
2024-10-1408 min
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP753 How Costco leveraged its supply chain to become 3rd largest retailer on EarthOn episode 753 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by supply chain super consultant Brittain Ladd to talk about how Costco leveraged its supply chain to become the third largest retailer in the world. Nearly one third of Americans count themselves as members and the company is now expanding into East Asia. Ladd shares how Costco is using tech to scale the business even further. MoLo co-founder and podcaster Andrew Silver returns to the show to talk about the state of the industry and lessons learned from his time in the trenches. W...
2024-08-3045 min
WHAT THE TRUCK?!?How Costco leveraged its supply chain to become 3rd largest retailer on EarthOn episode 753 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by supply chain super consultant Brittain Ladd to talk about how Costco leveraged its supply chain to become the third largest retailer in the world. Nearly one third of Americans count themselves as members and the company is now expanding into East Asia. Ladd shares how Costco is using tech to scale the business even further. MoLo co-founder and podcaster Andrew Silver returns to the show to talk about the state of the industry and lessons learned from his time i...
2024-08-3045 minThe CPG GuysOmnichannel Supply Chain & Last Mile Delivery with Brittain LaddThe CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Brittain Ladd, an independent supply chain consultant working with the world's largest brands and retailers. He is very popular for his M&A predictions and ability to accurately stay connected with modern trends.Follow Brittain Ladd on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittainladd/Brittain answers these questions:1. Your career began in the United States Marine Corps where you served as a Tank Commander before reenlisting into the Infantry and ending as a Scout/Sniper with STA 2/8. You then earned a BA degree...
2024-06-1556 min
WHAT THE TRUCK?!?EVs bad week; Biden’s resurfaced quote; Target’s woes; semi truck buyer demosOn episode 717 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is back from Miami and is breaking down this week in freight including electric semis’ bad week at Act Expo; Biden’s resurfaced trucking quote; and a driver who killed three has his trial delayed. Sick of hearing about AI in the supply chain? So are we. So instead, we’re going to see some in action. Duke.AI’s Marcus Cooksey shows off a live demo of his AI freight document processing LLM.Brittain Ladd has thoughts on Target’s latest earnings re...
2024-05-2445 min
The StockoutPanera finally pulls Charged LemonadeStep into the world of supply chain and retail with Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey on The Stockout! In this episode, they unpack the latest buzz surrounding Panera’s lemonade withdrawal, the evolution of malls, and Amazon’s marketplace dynamics. The duo reviews Brittain Ladd’s analysis on India’s manufacturing landscape, the FTC’s legal battle with Amazon, and the future of CPG on the e-commerce giant. Stay informed, entertained, and engaged with the dynamic duo as they dissect the trends shaping the industry. Don’t miss out on exclusive insights and join the conversation today! Remember to hit like, su...
2024-05-1326 min
Conversations with CSGRevamping Logistics: Rethinking Automation with Brittain LaddJoin our host Callum Brady on this episode of Conversations with CSG as he sits down with Brittain Ladd, a leading voice in the warehouse automation space with a specific focus on supply chain management where they now work as a consultant in that space. They discuss the most relevant subjects in the space right now such as robotics, AI and why it's so important that organisations understand the importance of building efficient logistics networks for the future. To learn more about this topic and the warehouse automation space industry, reach out to...
2024-05-1328 minFreightWaves NOWIndia vs. China, and the Starbuck’s comeback storyJoin Kaylee Nix as she kicks off the week with another episode of the Monday Morning Community Spotlight. In this episode, Kaylee welcomes Grace Sharkey, co-host of Stockout, the retail and CPG-focused community.
Grace shares insights from a recent interview with Brittain Ladd, a global supply chain strategist, discussing hot topics in the freight industry and strategies for improving supply chains. They delve into the competition between China and India, Amazon's market dominance, and Starbucks' turnaround efforts.
Discover how Starbucks is revamping its strategy to foster community engagement and loyalty, including its membership programs like...
2024-05-1310 minThe StockoutIndia won’t be the new China any time soonWelcome to The Stockout! This episode is packed with insightful discussions on global supply chain, business strategy, and technology trends. Join your hosts, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey, as they interview a special guest, Brittain Ladd, a consultant and strategist in global supply chain and retail. Brittain shares his expertise on a variety of topics, including artificial intelligence, robotics, retail trends, and the latest industry news.In this episode, Brittain talks about:
His background, starting in the Marine Corps and transitioning into the trucking industry and consulting.
His work with companies like Amazon and his insights...
2024-05-0627 minFreightWaves NOWApple's Environmental Initiatives and Supply Chain FocusJoin Freightwaves Now for a deep dive into Apple's environmental initiatives and supply chain focus in this Community Spotlight Clinics episode. Grace Sharkey discusses Apple's annual supplier review and its commitment to environmental sustainability. From cutting ties with non-compliant manufacturers to investing in supplier development funds, Apple aims to be carbon neutral by 2030. Learn about their efforts in water conservation, labor rights education, and geographical diversification of manufacturing. Stay tuned for insights from special guest Brittain Ladd on retail and supply chain trends. Subscribe for more industry updates!
2024-05-0610 min
Armchair Attorney® PodcastThe MergerOn January 25, 2024, Forward Air Corporation (NASDAQ: FWRD) announced that it completed its previously announced acquisition of Omni Logistics, LLC. Together, Forward & Omni create a category leader in LTL with a differentiated service offering, industry-leading team, & expanded geographic footprint. It's also the most interesting merger in supply chain in over a decade (at least to me.)Having covered this deal with the better part of eight months, to me this was the inevitable outcome. But beyond the headlines is one of the most interesting transportation stories in the US supply chain. Who better to walk us through the p...
2024-04-1532 minArmchair Attorney® PodcastThe Future of Supply ChainIn our latest installment, we welcome back friends of the show, Brittain Ladd, and Jason Miller, Interim Chairperson for the Department of Supply Chain Management at Michigan State University Eli Broad College of Business. And hot off Manifest: The Future of Supply Chain & Logistics, the Armchair Attorney dives deep into the changing regulatory landscape of autonomous trucks. Just a year ago the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration put out a supplemental advance notice of proposed rulemaking (SANPRM) around level 4 (remote operator) and level 5 (remote assistant) automation. In September of 2023, California Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that wo...
2024-02-131h 01The Produce Moms PodcastEP294 Insights on Mergers, Media, and the Future of Produce Consumption with Brittain Ladd, Consultant, Business Leader, and AuthorIn this episode, Lori Taylor and Britton Ladd discuss various topics related to the grocery retail industry. They cover the importance of fresh produce in grocery retail, the potential Kroger-Albertsons merger, the impact of mergers and acquisitions on fruit and vegetable suppliers, the growing retail media industry, the decline in produce consumption, the power of storytelling in food and grocery retail, the food waste message, and the role of AI in grocery retail.
2024-02-071h 02
Up Arrow PodcastThe Future of Retail With Brittain Ladd: Hyperlocal Logistics, AI, Fast Fashion & MoreBrittain Ladd is a globally recognized expert in business strategy, robotics, retail logistics, and supply chain management. As a leading researcher of AI's impact on global supply chains, he has led the worldwide e-commerce and cross-border expansion and has guided Amazon Fresh's pantry operations and Amazon's micro-fulfillment strategies. Brittain advises one of the largest social media platforms on shoppable videos. As a business influencer, he has predicted corporate trends and consumer behavior years in advance, influenced businesses on billion-dollar decisions, and transformed companies by identifying M&A opportunities. Brittain was also a strategic advisor for Instacart and Kroger.
2023-10-2455 min
WHAT THE TRUCK?!?Convoy cancels all loads; why freight companies fail; and unpopular opinionsOn today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by FreightWaves Craig Fuller to discuss breaking news about Convoy potentially shutting down. Shatranj Capital Partners’ Brittain Ladd stops by to break down supply chain strategy. Who is making the right moves; what went down at Flexport; where is the money going; what M&A needs to happen now; and what companies are about to become zombies if they don’t change?FreightWaves’ Thomas Wasson talks about why brokers are on the brink; the economic impact of the UAW strike...
2023-10-1859 minArmchair Attorney® PodcastBlueprint for a proxy warIn this installment, we are joined by Brittain Ladd, a global supply chain and retail expert, to break down some of the biggest stories in the news. From Walgreens to Israel, Ukraine and the state of the global supply chain. We are also joined by Clarissa Hawes, Senior Editor, Investigative and Enterprise at Freightwaves to discuss her recent article about Total Quality Logistics. Follow Brittain on X here. Find Clarissa on X here. Special thanks to our editor-in-training, Rowan!This program is brought to you by DAT Freight & Analytics. Sin...
2023-10-1656 min
Retail DisruptedWhy Amazon Should Buy OcadoBrittain Ladd, former Amazon executive and one of the world's leading experts in retail strategy, robotics, microfulfillment, logistics, and supply chain management, joins Natalie to break down what a potential Amazon-Ocado deal might look like. They discuss: Why Brittain believes that Amazon should buy Ocado. Why Amazon would want to double down on grocery e-commerce just when shoppers are returning to supermarkets. Whether acquiring Ocado would be a tech/fulfilment play or a chance to finally accelerate its own grocery ambitions. Implications for Ocado's existing global partners (ie. Kroger, Sobeys, Coles, ICA, Auchan etc) What is Amazon's end...
2023-06-2344 min
eCom Logistics PodcastHow to Adapt and Thrive in the Ever-Changing Retail Industry: Lessons from Amazon, Target and India with Brittain LaddFor this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Brittain Ladd, Strategy Advisor Shatranj Capital Partners. Amazon is technically one of the biggest players in the eCommerce space, so you would not expect them to make pretty crucial mistakes when it comes to online grocery retail. Aside from explaining why this is the case, Brittain takes us through a master class of online retail overall in today's episode! ABOUT BRITTAINBrittain has 20 years of experience in supply chain management and logistics. He has lived and worked in China, India, Africa, Saudi Arabia, Europe, a...
2023-05-2936 min
eCom Logistics PodcastHow to Revamp eCommerce Fulfillment Through Partnerships with Brittain LaddFor this episode of the eCom Logistics Podcast, we welcome Brittain Ladd, Strategy Advisor Shatranj Capital Partners. Brittain's no-holds-barred insights on management and logistics have not only captured people's attention, but they have also even proven to be accurate given how many of his predictions have come true. He discusses some of the biggest companies in the world like Amazon, Twitter, and TikTok, and gives hot takes on what they are doing wrong and how they can make it right. He comments on the recent layoffs at Amazon and how he believes it is only the beginning a...
2022-12-0547 minThe Produce Moms PodcastEP239 The Many Views Behind the Kroger-Albertsons Mega Merger with Brittain Ladd I The Produce MomsThe Kroger-Albersons merger announcement came hard and fast. So has the reaction from grocery retail industry stakeholders and observers, including strategy executive, Brittain Ladd. The $24.6 billion deal, will create a supermarket company with the reach and resources to fend off big retail grocery competitors like Walmart and Amazon. To keep up with the latest in the produce industry, be sure to follow The Produce Moms on all of your favorite platforms, including our blog, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok accounts. You can also watch The Produce Moms Podcast here.
2022-11-0242 minArmchair Attorney® PodcastRobotics & Retail w/ Brittain & MatthewIn this blitz edition, Brittain Ladd and Matthew Leffler discuss Walgreen's supply chain automation pilot involving prescription medications. The two also discuss news that delivery startup Getir is in advanced talks to buy Gorillas. This program is brought to you by DAT Freight & Analytics. Since 1978, DAT has helped truckers & brokers discover more available loads. Whether you're heading home or looking for your next adventure, DAT is building the most trusted marketplace in freight. New users of DAT can save 10% off for the first 12 months by following the link below. Built on t...
2022-10-1014 minArmchair Attorney® PodcastBrittain LaddIn this episode, the Armchair Attorney is joined by Brittain Ladd, a global thought leader on the topics of supply chain & retail. As writer & strategist, Brittan's insights on transformative technologies including the metaverse, micro-fulfillment, autonomous kitchens and dark kitchens, AI, & machine learning, shape the supply chains of tomorrow. We are also joined by Eric Johnson, Director at S&P Global and Senior Technology Editor at JOC.com and Abby Hafenbredl, VP of Sales at Sage Freight.This program is brought to you by DAT Freight & Analytics. Since 1978, DAT has helped truckers & brokers discover m...
2022-09-161h 07
FreightWaves LIVE: An Events PodcastHow to Build a Strong Micro-Fulfillment Model - Global Supply Chain WeekBrittain Ladd, one of the nation’s leading e-commerce supply chain consultants, describes the importance of micro fulfillment, how to develop a solid model, and the pitfalls to avoid. He is joined by FreightWaves Senior Writer Mark Solomon in this fireside chat.Follow FreightWaves on Apple PodcastsFollow FreightWaves on SpotifyMore FreightWaves PodcastsJoin Global Supply Chain Week
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2022-02-1519 minThe Produce Moms PodcastThe Current State Of Grocery Retail And 2022 Predictions With Consultant And Advisor To The Rapid Grocery Delivery Industry Brittain Ladd"No one truly needs our groceries in 10 minutes, but we now have the ability to do it and we must embrace the technology and the business models because it's going to improve the quality of life for everyone." Brittan Ladd (48:03-48:17) You may remember Brittain Ladd from Episode 41, one of our top 20 most downloaded episodes of all time, or Episode 141 where he discussed Amazon divesting Whole Foods and predicted most of what we saw happen in the grocery industry this year. He's also been featured in Forbes and shares his expert...
2022-01-0550 min
JBJ's Bold City BusinessBold City Business 0110A conversation about the global supply chain with expert Brittain Ladd
2021-12-1727 min
Investor Perspectives PodcastThe rise of the automated dark storeAs the shopping season ramps up, what does everybody want this year? Ultra-fast online deliveries, of course.Consumer expectations for on-demand shopping are on the rise. And to fulfil those demands quickly, so are dark stores. These micro-warehouses filled with goods for online shoppers are developing fast in established markets like the U.S and Europe, and also spreading to new markets in Asia Pacific. “We’re about to see the largest disruption to retail and the supply chain that we have ever witnessed,” says Brittain Ladd, global strategy and supply chain consultant, referring to the hig...
2021-11-2415 min
Point of SaleMore change to grocery supply chain in next 10 years than previous 100Sr. Retail Analyst Andrew Cox is joined by respected e-commerce expert Brittain Ladd to discuss the rapid changes occurring in the grocery supply chain. From online ordering, to micro fulfillment, same-day and same-hour rapid delivery, there’s structural shifts playing out. Join us to learn about robotics, gig economy couriers, various MFC models, and the future of grocery retail.Follow Point of Sale on Apple PodcastsFollow Point of Sale on SpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts
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2021-09-1535 min
Uncaged ShowUNCAGED With Brittain LaddBrittain Ladd is Chief Supply Chain & Marketing Officer of Pulse Integration. He designs and implement supply chains that enable growth and create a competitive advantage. He also provides consulting on the topics of strategy, e-commerce, retail, M&A, logistics, and operations and provides high-level assessments of what a company is missing and WHY they're not getting the results they want. Brittain makes a professional recommendations for the best next steps a company should take now to take their business to the next level.
He has spent more than 15 years designing and implementing strategies for some of the la...
2021-07-2323 minThe Produce Moms PodcastWill Amazon Divest Whole Foods? And More 2021 Grocery Insights With Brittain Ladd, Chief Supply Chain and Marketing Officer, PULSE Integration"Make no mistake. COVID-19 changed everything for the grocery industry."Brittain Ladd (5:51-5:55) Our former guest Brittain Ladd from Episode 41, one of our top 20 most downloaded episodes of all time, joins The Produce Moms again to talk about the current state of retail and the exciting innovations we're seeing with micro fulfillment centers. Brittain is one of the most well-loved leaders in the produce industry and his insight into what changes we'll see in the produce and grocery retail industries is phenomenal. A former US Marine, Brittain has traveled the world...
2021-02-1731 min
Retail RetoldEP 87: Brittain Ladd (RTS #25)Have you ever heard of micro fulfillment?
Brittain Ladd will fill you in on this and more in this Real Talk Series episode of Retail Retold.
Brittain Ladd is the Chief Supply Chain Officer at PULSE Integration and has had over 20 years of experience in the retail world. Mr. Ladd has appeared on every major network globally including CNN, Fox, BBC, and multiple stations in Japan, China, Russia, and Latin America. He is also a contributor to publications such as Forbes, Observer, and numerous industry publications.
Listen in now to learn about micro fu...
2021-01-2038 min
Lion's Share Marketing PodcastEP 103: Last Mile Fulfillment Strategies with Brittain LaddEP 103: Last Mile Fulfillment Strategies with Brittain Ladd In Episode 103 of the Lion’s Share Marketing Podcast, Tyler and Jon discuss TikTok & Samsung’s recent partnership in which you can now stream and navigate through the app on your Samsung Smart TV in Europe. They go on to explain that Samsung is trying to capitalize on TikTok’s success by allowing its users to experience the already addicting app on a larger screen. Marketers now have a huge opportunity (literally!) to leverage their TikTok ads on TV. Then Tyler introduces Brittain Ladd, Chief Marketing Officer & Supply Chain Manager for Pulse Integr...
2020-12-1840 min
The Honest Field Guide®Ep. 42 - The Failure To Protect: A conversation with Brittain Ladd on small business, ecommerce and supply chain disruption,They say small businesses are the backbone of America. But what no one understood until the pandemic, was how under resourced, unprepared, uninformed and unconnected most American small businesses were from America's global supply chain.
What is a supply chain? As our guest Brittain Ladd, a supply chain expert shares, it's the process to grow cotton, the get the cotton to a mill for processing, to find the manufacturer, to get a distributer and to sell the t-shirt you just made. For us, it's a whole lot more. It's the marketing, the networks, the relationships with a b...
2020-07-0849 min
Uncommonly GoodEpisode 15-Training for BattleAj Ladd and Mike Reed are joined today by guest speaker Brooke Brittain to talk about leadership and training for battle, whether that battle be on the court or in your daily life.
2020-05-1150 min
Leaders in Supply Chain and Logistics Podcast#73: Brittain Ladd Global Ecommerce ExpertBrittain Ladd has worked with Amazon for Worldwide E-Commerce and Cross Border Expansion, Amazon Fresh and Pantry Operations, and as a consultant with Deloitte and Capgemini as well as a few other global MNCs in their supply chain BUs.Discover more details here.Some of the highlights of the episode:How the e-commerce industry grows amidst the Coronavirus crisisWhy Google should buy Shopify and FedEx to compete with AmazonDeath of retail?Amazon will take 12% to 20% of the global 3PL market.Amazon will be the biggest grocer...
2020-03-0449 minThe Produce Moms PodcastEmerging Trends In The Grocery Industry With Brittain Ladd"People are reluctant to buy fresh food items online because they don't trust other people to pick the freshest produce for them." - Brittain Ladd (7:02 - 7:18)Lori TaylorThe Produce Moms The Online Grocery Shopping Trend As consumers, we have become increasingly comfortable with online shopping throughout the years, except when it comes to fresh food products. What we put in our bodies is rather personal, and we don't like having other people pick out our apples and broccoli for us. However, recently there has been an emerging trend of online shopping services that...
2019-03-1336 min
Digital Grocer PodcastMercatus Radio: Season Finale - 2019 Grocery Retail Predictions with Brittain LaddIn this, the final episode of Season 1 of the Digital Grocer, Sylvain and Mark come full circle with interview Brittain Ladd who kicked off Mercatus' podcast journey earlier in 2018. The grocery retail industry continues its rapid pace of change. In the last year alone, Albertson's and Walmart have accelerated their robotics play, on the delivery side Kroger confirmed autonomous delivery using Nuro, and Amazon has announced plans to grow Amazon Go to 3,000 stores. The growth in eCommerce shows no sign of slowing. Quite the opposite. Grocery retailers are teaming up with third-party companies to extend their reach from the retail...
2019-01-1441 min
The Food ChainBig Tech Wants Your Food ShopTechnology giants are gobbling up the online grocery market - and over the past year we’ve seen Amazon and Alibaba getting their teeth into bricks and mortar too. But do they want to transform the supermarket experience, or is this about harvesting even more consumer data? And what will all of this mean for farmers, your pocket, and the quality and sustainability of your food? Emily Thomas discusses with Brittain Ladd, a strategy, supply chain and logistics expert who formerly worked for Amazon leading worldwide expansion for Amazon Fresh, Pantry and Groceries; Sc...
2017-12-2826 min