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RETALES from retailers to retailersFrom Strategy to Storefront: "Retail is People" with Vincent GuffletIn this episode of Retales, we speak with Vincent Gufflet, COO of Fnac Darty, about leading through complexity, merging iconic brands, integrating AI and sustainability into strategy, and why people remain retail’s greatest asset.2025-06-2656 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersAbout MENA’s Retail Shift with Ali NasserIn this episode, Ali Nasser, Executive Director at Cenomi Retail, shares his vast experience in the retail industry, focusing on the dynamic MENA region. From the integration of digital and physical channels to the challenges of talent acquisition and compliance, Ali discusses how retailers must adapt to stay competitive, innovate, and foster community engagement.2025-05-2925 min
AI-Gen Daily: AI News by AIAI News: Retail AI Boosts Productivity 17% & xAI's $80B Twitter Deal | AI-Gen Daily"Breaking AI News: Major retail and tech acquisitions reshape the AI landscape!Today's Top Stories:• Orquest AI cuts retail costs 5% & boosts productivity 17% for Dior, H&M• MOOCs revolution: AR/VR AI learning transformation by 2025• xAI acquires X (Twitter) in massive $80B dealKey Highlights:- 17% productivity improvement in retail workforce management- 5% cost reduction for major retail brands- $80B tech acquisition reshaping social media💡 Need AI implementation guidance?Visit The AI Consulting Network: https://theaiconsultingnetwork.com/📫 Subscribe to The AI Daily Brief: https://avihacker.substack.com/#ArtificialIntelligence #AINews #TechNews #AIImplementation #FutureOfAI #RetailAI #WorkforceAI #EdTech #xAI #TwitterAI #DigitalTransformation #BusinessAI #AIStrategyC 2025-03-3002 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersBalancing People, Planet, and Profit in Fashion (with Marisa Selfa)Join us as we chat with Marisa Selfa, a seasoned retail leader with experience at Levi's, Adidas, National Geographic, and Ecoalf. In this episode, she explores the challenges and opportunities in the fashion industry, emphasizing the need for innovation, sustainability, and authentic brand connections.
2025-02-0632 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersFranchising Success in MENA with Marwan MoukarzelIn this episode, Marwan Moukarzel shares his 20+ years of franchising expertise in the MENA region. He discusses the importance of trust in partnerships, the growth potential in Saudi Arabia and Egypt, and how AI is transforming retail operations. Marwan also offers insights into adapting to consumer trends and building a strong company culture.
2024-10-1742 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersPeople First: The key to retail success with Sylwia Gorska
In this episode of Retales, Sylvia Gorska, Head of People and Culture at IKEA Austria, shares insights into the challenges and opportunities of managing people in the retail industry. Join us while we discuss topics such as workforce management, diversity, digital transformation, and fostering a positive work culture.
2024-08-0132 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersStrategy, Teams, and Leadership in Today's RetailJoin host Adara as she sits down with Javier Figar, a seasoned retail expert with over 15 years of experience at top global fashion retailers like Inditex and Tendam. Dive deep into the dynamic world of retail strategy, team dynamics, efficiency, and leadership. Discover how Figar's insights can empower retailers to innovate and thrive in today's competitive market landscape.
2024-07-1138 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersOn Redefining Retail Leadership with Leila RuizJoin host María for an inspiring conversation with retail leader and entrepreneur Leila Ruiz. From her early days in retail to overseeing global operations, Leila shares her empathetic, yet demanding approach to retail leadership, her passion for brand building, and her vision for the future of retail.
2024-06-2553 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersDriving Retail Transformation in the Middle East
Join host Lucas Bielsa as he sits down with Elie Aramouni, Chief Transformation Officer at Cenomi, for an enlightening conversation on the evolving landscape of retail transformation in Saudi Arabia. Explore key insights into the intersection of innovation, consumer trends, and organizational change, and gain valuable perspectives on navigating the dynamic challenges and opportunities shaping the future of retail from a seasoned industry leader.2024-05-3028 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersThe more, the merrier: A closer look at off-price retailing
Explore the challenges and triumphs of introducing the off-price concept in the Middle East, the success of the treasure hunt shopping experience, and the pivotal role of digital transformation through the journey of Brands For Less (BFL). In this episode, we interview its CEO, Toufic Kreidieh, to delve deeper into the world of off-price retailing.
2024-01-1130 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersNavigating retail operational complexity in MENAIn this episode we Rima Abou Saab, Country Manager of Azadea Group, leading retailer in the Middle East and North Africa. With over 20 years of retail experience and a deep understanding of the operational intricacies of the region's distinct landscape, Rima shares valuable insights on the industry operational complexity, the franchise model and consumers in one of the most attractive retail markets. 2023-11-3050 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersBridging cultures and customers around grocery storesIn this episode, we discuss grocery retailing worldwide, with Frédéric Levy-Perrault, Al-Raya CEO, - the leading supermarket chain in western KSA -. He also spent many years at Carrefour managing the brand's stores across France, Japan, Thailand, Morocco and Saudi Arabia. Drawing from his extensive experience in global grocery retail, we explore the industry complexities, the need to meet local consumer preferences, and a people-centric approach to embracing digital transformation.
2023-10-2653 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersA journey through retail's global landscape (Recap Episode with Adara González)
Join Adara Gonzalez, Orquest's CRO, and Sara Temsamani, Content Manager, on their journey through the captivating world of today's retail in the season finale of the RETALES podcast. In this recap episode, we take a look back at the most relevant insights from all the conversations we've had, from fashion to luxury, grocery to department stores, and everything in between. Dive into this episode full of valuable information on retail and find out how technology, including Orquest's AI-based workforce scheduling software, is helping retailers stay agile and consumer-centric.2023-08-0335 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersResponsibility and purpose, department stores' way forwardIn this episode we dive into the captivating world of department stores, focusing on luxury and fashion, and discuss what it means to do retail with a purpose and responsibly embrace new technologies such as AI. To talk about it all, we had the pleasure of interviewing Selvane Mohandas du Ménil, Managing Director of the International Association of Department Stores (IADS) , the network that has brought together the world's leading department stores since 1928.
2023-06-2755 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersIndustry's new mood to embrace agile change
In this episode we interview Ian McGarrigle, founder and chairman of the World Retail Congress, the annual meeting point that brings together leading retailers from around the world to talk about where retail is headed. We discuss the keys to moving forward as a retailer in these challenging times by being resilient, relying on new technologies such as AI and embracing change in an agile way.
2023-06-081h 02
Fiestas AlemanasPrograma Fiestas Alemanas Sabado 27 de mayo de 2023 - Episodio 611Programa radial Fiestas Alemanas conducido por Juan Jose Maier, por AM 560 Radio Nacional Bahia Blanca.
Cortina musical La Banda del viejo mundo Aurora
Jorge Selesan los ojos que soñé
Bandita Edelweiss WAldesluss
Los Errantes y la voz de Hugo Carrasco, Selección de polkas
Grupo Astral se viene la carneada
Blumenau’s Orquest A don Fritz
Heriberto Guindar Santa María La Pampa Vals a mi colonia
Luisito Ruppel Polkas Alemanas
Nito Oscar y Mariano Desde el alma
Los Enkel cidi nostalgias alemanas Vals saltarín
Lito Laineker Vals en...2023-05-271h 28
RETALES from retailers to retailersMeeting East Asian consumers' expectations
In this episode of Retales, from retailers to retailers, our host, Adara Gonzalez, CRO of Orquest, interviews Nina Nilsson, fashion retail expert with over 20 years working experience in operations with international brands such as H&M. Based in Hong Kong, the East Asian market and its consumers is one of the main topics of the episode. We will also talk about the key points a retailer needs to stay relevant in today's industry such as tech, being agile and connecting with customers.
2023-05-1629 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersLos consumidores latinoamericanos y el retail de supermercadosEn este episodio hablamos de grocery retail con Hermann Petzold-Rodriguez, el primer experto en esta categoría de retail y en Latinoamérica que entrevistamos en RETALES. Ha trabajado como Senior Manager en Centroamérica para uno de los referentes de la industria, y la empresa más grande del mundo por ingresos, Walmart. A lo largo del episodio, hablamos sobre cuál es el modelo de supermercado que más éxito tiene entre los consumidores latinoamericanos y cómo optimizar la experiencia en tienda de clientes y empleados.2023-02-2357 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersLatin American consumers and grocery retail (with Hermann Petzold-Rodriguez)In this episode we talk about grocery retail with Hermann Petzold-Rodriguez, the first Latin American insider in this retail category that we interview in RETALES. He has held several senior management roles in retail, including Senior Manager in Central America for one of the industry's benchmarks, and the world's largest company by revenue, Walmart. Throughout the episode, we talk about which grocery store model is the most successful among Latin American consumers and how to optimize the in-store experience for customers and employees.2023-02-2333 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersInnovative and human-centric cultures in retail (with Frédéric Lamy)On this episode of RETALES, from retailers to retailers, our host and Orquest’s CRO, Adara González, discusses home improvement retail and what makes a global retailer successful with Frédéric Lamy, CEO of Leroy Merlin Romania, a key player in the global DIY market. According to our guest, the key to being successful as a retailer is to keep innovating and develop people-based business models.2023-01-2656 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersLuxury retail, where tradition meets innovation (with Laetitia Roche-Grenet)On this episode of RETALES, from retailers to retailers, luxury retail is the guest of the show. Our host and CRO at Orquest, Adara González, chats with Laetitia Roche-Grenet, Open Innovation Director at LVMH, the leading group in this industry. They discuss the specificities of this industry such as the meaning of personalization of the luxury retail experience or the relevance of finding the middle ground between innovation and tradition.2022-12-2231 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersInternational Italian brands, operational complexity and techIn this episode of RETALES, we are going to talk about how digital solutions are the key to handle the complexity of fashion retail stores, simplifying the whole management process while maintaining flexibility.Our guest is Lorenzo Zacchia, a seasoned Retail Director with more than 20 years of experience working in international fashion brands such as Pinko, Trussardi or Guess. Currently he's the Motivi's Director (#Miroglio Group).2022-12-0124 min
Tu voz, Tu éxito23. La Dirección Vocal con XAVI TORRASExigente. Riguroso. Pulcro. Así es el director musical Xavi Torras. Si eres actor y estás leyéndome, debes saber que si alguna vez Xavi se cruza en tu camino no te va a dejar pasar ni una. Y eso te hará bien, te hará crecer, te hará ser exigente contigo mismo. Sus charlas en las salas de ensayo son famosas. Tras una charla de Xavi, no sales al escenario con el mismo estado de ánimo. Sus charlas van más allá de lo musical y eso contribuye a mantener vivo el show. Alrededor de la dirección vocal en teatro m...2022-11-121h 03
RETALES from retailers to retailersDigitalization in beauty retail and how to improve consumer experienceWith more than 17 years of experience, more than half in Retail Beauty, Mónica Sandomingo joins us to share her knowledge and the insights of her incredible trajectory in brands such as Decathlon, Massimo Dutti, Kiko Milano and now Clarel. Drawing on her extensive industry knowledge and international experience, Monica talks about the importance of the physical stores in the post-covid era and the importance of the employees in its performance.2022-11-1026 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersThe challenges of today´s Middle East retailing and the role of techJuan Vega, Head of Digital Product of Landmark Group, is joining us from the United Arab Emirates to share some insights about the Middle East retail: how the customers have evolved, the differences between countries even how saudization has been a great operational challenge.2022-10-2030 min
TRANSFORMACapítulo 29 | Santiago Clariond- Managing Partner de OrquestBienvenido al #PodcastTransforma un espacio donde hablamos de negocios, emprendimiento e innovación. Acompáñanos en este capítulo 29 con Santiago Clariond Managing Partner en Orquest.2022-10-1937 min
RETALES from retailers to retailersBecoming a global retailer, with Isak HalfonIn this episode, Isak Halfon, International Business Consultant with a stellar trajectory at companies such as MANGO or Fawaz Alhokair Group Fashion Retail, gives his views on how to expand fashion companies internationally and within consumers and stores across different markets.2022-09-2926 min
El Mirador Nocturno RadioEl Mirador Nocturno – Radio / Felix Mendelssohn – Octeto para Cuerdas en Mi Bemol Mayor Op. 20, Obertura Las Hébridas, en Si Menor Op. 26, Canciones sin palabras Op. 19, Concierto para Piano y OrquestEl Mirador Nocturno – Radio / Felix Mendelssohn – Octeto para Cuerdas en Mi Bemol Mayor Op. 20, Obertura Las Hébridas, en Si Menor Op. 26, Canciones sin palabras Op. 19, Concierto para Piano y Orquesta en Sol Menor Op. 25.
Hoy les presento el 2º programa de La Música de Todos Los Tiempos, dedicado a Felix Mendelssohn, con el Octeto para Cuerdas en Mi Bemol Mayor Op. 20, la Obertura Las Hébridas, en Si Menor Op. 26, Canciones sin palabras Op. 19, y el Concierto para Piano y Orquesta en Sol Menor Op. 25.
2021-07-221h 40
Pensamiento DigitalEpisodio 35: Aplicaciones de la Analítica Prescriptiva a Proyectos de Optimización, con Javier Lafuente, de OrquestEn este episodio entrevistamos a Javier Lafuente, Head of Product Development en Orquest, quien nos habla sobre el uso de la Analítica Prescriptiva en proyectos tecnológicos para resolver problemas de optimización en grandes empresas, con mucho foco en la Investigación Operativa. Además, analizamos una noticia sobre el apoyo de Microsoft a la creación de conjuntos de datos que permitan mejorar la creación de modelos de ML destinados a ayudar a personas con diferentes tipos de discapacidad, y otra sobre la forma en que LinkedIn está utilizando sistemas de recomendación para mejorar las capacidad...2020-10-211h 23
Pensamiento DigitalEpisodio 35: Aplicaciones de la Analítica Prescriptiva a Proyectos de Optimización, con Javier Lafuente, de OrquestEn este episodio entrevistamos a Javier Lafuente, Head of Product Development en Orquest, quien nos habla sobre el uso de la Analítica Prescriptiva en proyectos tecnológicos para resolver problemas de optimización en grandes empresas, con mucho foco en la Investigación Operativa.
Además, analizamos una noticia sobre el apoyo de Microsoft a la creación de conjuntos de datos que permitan mejorar la creación de modelos de ML destinados a ayudar a personas con diferentes tipos de discapacidad, y otra sobre la forma en que LinkedIn está utilizando sistemas de recomendación para mejorar las capacidad...2020-10-211h 23
Pensamiento DigitalEpisodio 35: Aplicaciones de la Analítica Prescriptiva a Proyectos de Optimización, con Javier Lafuente, Head of Product en OrquestEn este episodio entrevistamos a Javier Lafuente, Head of Product Development en Orquest, quien nos habla sobre el uso de la Analítica Prescriptiva en proyectos tecnológicos para resolver problemas de optimización en grandes empresas, con mucho foco en la Investigación Operativa.
Además, analizamos una noticia sobre el apoyo de Microsoft a la creación de conjuntos de datos que permitan mejorar la creación de modelos de ML destinados a ayudar a personas con diferentes tipos de discapacidad, y otra sobre la forma en que LinkedIn está utilizando sistemas de recomendación para mejo...2020-10-211h 23
MONROY BLUESCorazón (español)Uno de nuestros temas preferidos compuesto por Luis Monroy y que ha traspasado el idioma, pues se ha grabado en Portugués por el grupo "Avenida Atlántica" y en Francés por " Mara Patricia". Este es un track que se desprende del disco "Orquestalmente" que usted puede adquirir en casi todas las plataformas de descarga como Spotify, Amazon, etc...
https://open.spotify.com/album/51iEdoMJ4m3z96U88CWmTG
https://www.amazon.com/Orquest%C3%A1lmente-Monroy-Blues/dp/B00IGQJFTM
https://www.youtube.com/user/MONROYBLUES
https://youtu.be/REJcDyVvKgY
https://www.facebook.com/monroyblues
https://twitter.com/MONROYBLUES2018-10-1004 min
Tango AngelesOrquesta Victoria Plays Debora Simcovich - Oct. 19, 2016Tango is, above all, about neighborhoods and their people.The half block where she grew up in the Villa Crespo neighborhood has haunted the composer Debora Simcovich's dreams for half a century. Debora's second US tour with the talented 12-piece Orquest2016-10-191h 55