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The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Yorkville's Pusateri's and Flo's DinerCraig and Lee discuss the recent announcement of closures of two long-standing establishments in Yorkville, Toronto – Pusatiri’s grocery and Flo’s Diner. Pusatiri’s, known for its upscale grocery offerings, is closing due to a strategic decision by the owners, with plans for the space potentially converting into a restaurant. The closure of Flo’s Diner, a beloved local eatery, follows a landlord dispute, leaving its future uncertain. These closures signal significant shifts in the neighborhood, emphasizing the changing dynamics of retail and community spaces in Yorkville. The podcast delves into the broader transformation of the York...2024-03-2010 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Yorkville's Pusateri's and Flo's DinerCraig and Lee discuss the recent announcement of closures of two long-standing establishments in Yorkville, Toronto – Pusatiri’s grocery and Flo’s Diner. Pusatiri’s, known for its upscale grocery offerings, is closing due to a strategic decision by the owners, with plans for the space potentially converting into a restaurant. The closure of Flo’s Diner, a beloved local eatery, follows a landlord dispute, leaving its future uncertain. These closures signal significant shifts in the neighborhood, emphasizing the changing dynamics of retail and community spaces in Yorkville. The podcast delves into the broader transformation of the York...2024-03-2010 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Retail Changes on RobsonCraig and Lee discuss the latest retail developments on Robson Street, a key shopping area in downtown Vancouver. They highlight significant changes, such as the transformation of the former Victoria’s Secret location into an adidas Concept store and the relocation of Roots due to Arc’teryx taking over its prime spot. This episode delves into the dynamics of retail real estate, showcasing how major brands are reshaping the street’s retail mix. Further, they touch on additional developments, including the opening of a Lush Spa and plans for new entrants like Esprit, signaling a revival...2024-03-1121 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Retail Changes on RobsonCraig and Lee discuss the latest retail developments on Robson Street, a key shopping area in downtown Vancouver. They highlight significant changes, such as the transformation of the former Victoria’s Secret location into an adidas Concept store and the relocation of Roots due to Arc’teryx taking over its prime spot. This episode delves into the dynamics of retail real estate, showcasing how major brands are reshaping the street’s retail mix. Further, they touch on additional developments, including the opening of a Lush Spa and plans for new entrants like Esprit, signaling a revival...2024-03-1121 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Loblaws Opens at Vancouver's PostCraig and Lee discuss the recent opening of a Loblaws City Market in downtown Vancouver’s historic The Post building, an important addition to the city’s grocery shopping availability. The store occupies a substantial 45,000 square feet on the second floor of the renovated Canada Post building, introducing a vast retail and grocery space to the area. They highlight the store’s layout, including a wide array of departments such as bakery, dairy, deli, and seafood, and its strategic location near prominent city landmarks and office buildings. They delve into the challenges and opportunities presented by the...2024-02-2112 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Loblaws Opens at Vancouver's PostCraig and Lee discuss the recent opening of a Loblaws City Market in downtown Vancouver’s historic The Post building, an important addition to the city’s grocery shopping availability. The store occupies a substantial 45,000 square feet on the second floor of the renovated Canada Post building, introducing a vast retail and grocery space to the area. They highlight the store’s layout, including a wide array of departments such as bakery, dairy, deli, and seafood, and its strategic location near prominent city landmarks and office buildings. They delve into the challenges and opportunities presented by the...2024-02-2112 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Oakridge Welcomes New Vancouver Luxury RetailersCraig and Lee discuss Oakridge Park's transformation into a luxury retail hub, as revealed in their latest podcast. The announcement includes a mix of luxury and upper contemporary brands, such as Christian Louboutin, Miu Miu, Alexander Wang, Maison Margiela, and Versace, marking a significant upscale shift for the shopping center. With about 20% of its retail space dedicated to luxury brands, Oakridge is set to become an exclusive mall attracting wealthy clientele. Craig shares insights from Crystal Burns of Quad Real, emphasizing the strategic positioning of Oakridge Park in Vancouver's retail scene. The podcast delves into t...2024-02-1514 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Oakridge Welcomes New Vancouver Luxury RetailersCraig and Lee discuss Oakridge Park's transformation into a luxury retail hub, as revealed in their latest podcast. The announcement includes a mix of luxury and upper contemporary brands, such as Christian Louboutin, Miu Miu, Alexander Wang, Maison Margiela, and Versace, marking a significant upscale shift for the shopping center. With about 20% of its retail space dedicated to luxury brands, Oakridge is set to become an exclusive mall attracting wealthy clientele. Craig shares insights from Crystal Burns of Quad Real, emphasizing the strategic positioning of Oakridge Park in Vancouver's retail scene. The podcast delves into t...2024-02-1514 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: 2023’s Most Read Articles and UpcomingCraig and Lee delve into the most read articles of 2023, providing insights into the retail industry’s notable stories and trends. They begin by discussing Hudson’s Bay Company’s relaunch of Zellers, a major retail development that generated buzz and curiosity. The hosts evaluate the initial success of the relaunch and potential challenges in the future, such as low foot traffic and the popularity of Zellers’ food trucks. The conversation shifts to Nordstrom’s surprising exit from Canada in early 2023, leaving a void in the Canadian retail landscape. Craig and Lee explore the impact on Canadian...2024-01-0916 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: 2023’s Most Read Articles and UpcomingCraig and Lee delve into the most read articles of 2023, providing insights into the retail industry’s notable stories and trends. They begin by discussing Hudson’s Bay Company’s relaunch of Zellers, a major retail development that generated buzz and curiosity. The hosts evaluate the initial success of the relaunch and potential challenges in the future, such as low foot traffic and the popularity of Zellers’ food trucks. The conversation shifts to Nordstrom’s surprising exit from Canada in early 2023, leaving a void in the Canadian retail landscape. Craig and Lee explore the impact on Canadian...2024-01-0916 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Bloor Toronto Update with Luxury Brand Renovations/OpeningsCraig and Lee dive into the dynamic changes taking place on Bloor Street West in downtown Toronto. The episode explores the city’s evolving luxury run, focusing on the influx of luxury brands, extensive renovations, and exciting store openings that are reshaping the retail landscape.Craig highlights the grand arrival of Ferragamo, a renowned Italian luxury brand, on Bloor Street. He shares insights from his interview with Ferragamo’s CEO, shedding light on the brand’s strategic choice to establish a presence on one of the world’s most prestigious luxury retail streets. Alongside Ferragamo, children’s retailer B...2023-09-2115 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Yorkville vs. Yorkdale - Toronto's Luxury CompetitionCraig and Lee discuss the fierce rivalry unfolding between Toronto’s Bloor-Yorkville and Yorkdale Shopping Centre in the realm of luxury retail. Delving into the nuances of this competition, they highlight the contrasting strategies and advantages each entitiy brings to the table. While Yorkdale’s dominance owes much to the streamlined approach offered by its single landlord, Oxford Properties, and its climate-controlled environment that appeals to shoppers during harsh Canadian winters, Bloor-Yorkville’s allure rests on its unique offerings and potential for a personalized shopping experience. Craig and Lee also draw parallels to similar trends in the United States, where...2023-09-0615 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Yorkville vs. Yorkdale - Toronto's Luxury CompetitionCraig and Lee discuss the fierce rivalry unfolding between Toronto’s Bloor-Yorkville and Yorkdale Shopping Centre in the realm of luxury retail. Delving into the nuances of this competition, they highlight the contrasting strategies and advantages each entitiy brings to the table. While Yorkdale’s dominance owes much to the streamlined approach offered by its single landlord, Oxford Properties, and its climate-controlled environment that appeals to shoppers during harsh Canadian winters, Bloor-Yorkville’s allure rests on its unique offerings and potential for a personalized shopping experience. Craig and Lee also draw parallels to similar trends in the United States, where...2023-09-0615 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Are Comprehensive ‘World Of’ Concessions Best For Department Stores?Craig and Lee discuss the intriguing juxtaposition between traditional department stores and the contemporary trend of brand-specific "World Of" concessions within the realm of retail. Delving into the heart of this topic, they examine the implications for consumer experience and shopping convenience. While department stores historically aimed to provide a comprehensive assortment of brands and products under one roof, the emergence of brand-specific concessions challenges this notion by condensing a brand's entire spectrum into a single space. The hosts explore the pros and cons of both approaches, reflecting on how these strategies cater to different shopping behaviors and brand...2023-08-2811 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Are Comprehensive ‘World Of’ Concessions Best For Department Stores?Craig and Lee discuss the intriguing juxtaposition between traditional department stores and the contemporary trend of brand-specific "World Of" concessions within the realm of retail. Delving into the heart of this topic, they examine the implications for consumer experience and shopping convenience. While department stores historically aimed to provide a comprehensive assortment of brands and products under one roof, the emergence of brand-specific concessions challenges this notion by condensing a brand's entire spectrum into a single space. The hosts explore the pros and cons of both approaches, reflecting on how these strategies cater to different shopping behaviors and brand...2023-08-2811 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Luxury Retail Expansion at YorkdaleCraig and Lee discuss the groundbreaking transformation underway at Toronto’s Yorkdale shopping center, a conversation centered on the future of luxury retail within this retail hub. The focal point of their conversation is the extensive luxury retail expansion that’s poised to redefine the mall’s allure. Craig provides listeners with intricate insights into how approximately 100,000 square feet of prime retail space will be thoroughly revamped to accommodate a meticulously curated collection of luxury brand flagships. While exact tenant names remain shrouded in secrecy due to ongoing negotiations and non-disclosure agreements, the venture is anticipated to usher in a doze...2023-08-2109 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Luxury Retail Expansion at YorkdaleCraig and Lee discuss the groundbreaking transformation underway at Toronto’s Yorkdale shopping center, a conversation centered on the future of luxury retail within this retail hub. The focal point of their conversation is the extensive luxury retail expansion that’s poised to redefine the mall’s allure. Craig provides listeners with intricate insights into how approximately 100,000 square feet of prime retail space will be thoroughly revamped to accommodate a meticulously curated collection of luxury brand flagships. While exact tenant names remain shrouded in secrecy due to ongoing negotiations and non-disclosure agreements, the venture is anticipated to usher in a doze...2023-08-2109 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Toronto Yorkville Retail Updates~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee have a conversation about what's happening on Yorkville Avenue in Toronto, which has seen several high-end brands lease space on the street in recent weeks. The area is changing rapidly as the population g...2023-06-1315 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Toronto Yorkville Retail Updates~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee have a conversation about what's happening on Yorkville Avenue in Toronto, which has seen several high-end brands lease space on the street in recent weeks. The area is changing rapidly as the population g...2023-06-1315 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Downtown Montreal and Royalmount Retail~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Retail Insider’s Craig Patterson talks about his recent trip to see retail in Montreal. The conversation with Lee includes a discussion on what’s being seen downtown including vacancies on Ste-Catherine Street as well as the c...2023-06-0617 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Nordstrom Rack Closes Canadian Stores~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee chat about Nordstrom Rack as it exits its Canadian operations. Some stores were doing better than others -- and the retailer's strategy to carry fewer high-end and exciting brands is partly to blame f...2023-05-1814 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Nordstrom Rack Closes Canadian Stores~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee chat about Nordstrom Rack as it exits its Canadian operations. Some stores were doing better than others -- and the retailer's strategy to carry fewer high-end and exciting brands is partly to blame f...2023-05-1814 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Zellers 2.0 Relaunch~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee discuss the relaunch of the iconic Canadian retailer including what’s in-store, and Craig’s opinion of the success of the future of the new Zellers concept. Included is a discussion on Zellers’ new Ank...2023-04-0321 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Zellers 2.0 Relaunch~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee discuss the relaunch of the iconic Canadian retailer including what’s in-store, and Craig’s opinion of the success of the future of the new Zellers concept. Included is a discussion on Zellers’ new Ank...2023-04-0321 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Bloor Street Update~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee talk about retail on Bloor Street in downtown Toronto, including the new temporary Fabricland store where H&M was, as well as new big brands and luxury brands that will be opening this y...2023-03-2819 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Bloor Street Update~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee talk about retail on Bloor Street in downtown Toronto, including the new temporary Fabricland store where H&M was, as well as new big brands and luxury brands that will be opening this y...2023-03-2819 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Nordstrom Canada Exit Discussion~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee talk about the closure announcement of Nordstrom shutting its Canadian stores. Included in the discussion is how we found out, what might be done with Nordstrom’s stores in Canada, and why the ret...2023-03-2029 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Nordstrom Canada Exit Discussion~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee talk about the closure announcement of Nordstrom shutting its Canadian stores. Included in the discussion is how we found out, what might be done with Nordstrom’s stores in Canada, and why the ret...2023-03-2029 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Calgary Holts/The CORE and Chinook Centre Changes~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee talk about some recent retail news in Calgary. That includes Holt Renfrew extending its lease in downtown Calgary at The CORE while adding new brands including a ‘World of’ Gucci concession. They also discu...2023-03-1312 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Calgary Holts/The CORE and Chinook Centre Changes~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee talk about some recent retail news in Calgary. That includes Holt Renfrew extending its lease in downtown Calgary at The CORE while adding new brands including a ‘World of’ Gucci concession. They also discu...2023-03-1312 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkBrian Bailey (Clip Money) and Chris Horton (Pepper Place): Growing Operations In Canada~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig Patterson, Founder and Publisher of Retail Insider Media, sits down with Brian Bailey, Chief Operating Officer at Clip Money Inc. and Chris “Reverend Heat” Horton, President at Pepper Palace Canada Inc.Craig and Brian...2023-03-0812 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkBrian Bailey (Clip Money) and Chris Horton (Pepper Place): Growing Operations In Canada~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig Patterson, Founder and Publisher of Retail Insider Media, sits down with Brian Bailey, Chief Operating Officer at Clip Money Inc. and Chris “Reverend Heat” Horton, President at Pepper Palace Canada Inc.Craig and Brian...2023-03-0812 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Will Zellers 2023 Reboot Be A Success?~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee talk about Zeller’s brand reboot in 2023, including the new shop-in-stores currently under construction within Hudson’s Bay stores as well as the introduction of food trucks with some favourites from the past. Will...2023-02-2113 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Will Zellers 2023 Reboot Be A Success?~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee talk about Zeller’s brand reboot in 2023, including the new shop-in-stores currently under construction within Hudson’s Bay stores as well as the introduction of food trucks with some favourites from the past. Will...2023-02-2113 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkSonya Gill (THE LNK): Indie Brand Marketplace~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig Patterson, Founder and Publisher of Retail Insider Media, sits down with Sonya Gill, founder of the world’s first global fashion/beauty eCom marketplace to only represent ethnically diverse indie brands called THE LNK.G...2023-02-1421 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkSonya Gill (THE LNK): Indie Brand Marketplace~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig Patterson, Founder and Publisher of Retail Insider Media, sits down with Sonya Gill, founder of the world’s first global fashion/beauty eCom marketplace to only represent ethnically diverse indie brands called THE LNK.G...2023-02-1421 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkSuzanne Sears (Best Retail Careers): Retail Staffing Challenges Last Year and 2023 Predictions~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig sits down with Suzanne Sears, founder and President of Best Retail Careers International and Luxury Careers Canada, to discuss the December job numbers in Canada and how they pertain to retail. They then discuss what S...2023-01-1720 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkSuzanne Sears (Best Retail Careers): Retail Staffing Challenges Last Year and 2023 Predictions~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig sits down with Suzanne Sears, founder and President of Best Retail Careers International and Luxury Careers Canada, to discuss the December job numbers in Canada and how they pertain to retail. They then discuss what S...2023-01-1720 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Retail Insider’s Top 2022 Most-Read Stories~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee reflect on the articles that were popular for Retail Insider in 2022. Last year was a pivotal year for the Canadian retail industry that included some prominent store openings and closures, as well as s...2023-01-1319 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Retail Insider’s Top 2022 Most-Read Stories~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee reflect on the articles that were popular for Retail Insider in 2022. Last year was a pivotal year for the Canadian retail industry that included some prominent store openings and closures, as well as s...2023-01-1319 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkSuzanne Sears (Best Retail Careers): Retail Staffing into 2023~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig sits down with Suzanne Sears, founder and President of Best Retail Careers International and Luxury Careers Canada, to discuss staffing at a challenging time for retailers in this country.Interviewed this episode:S...2022-12-2125 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkSuzanne Sears (Best Retail Careers): Retail Staffing into 2023~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig sits down with Suzanne Sears, founder and President of Best Retail Careers International and Luxury Careers Canada, to discuss staffing at a challenging time for retailers in this country.Interviewed this episode:S...2022-12-2125 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkRafael Lazer (Almadev): Shopping Centre Redevelopments in Canada~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ In a special edition podcast, Craig interviews Rafael Lazer, CEO of Almadev. The discussion includes Almadev’s transformation of the Galleria Mall in Toronto into a complete community with housing, as well as a general discussion of...2022-12-0932 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkRafael Lazer (Almadev): Shopping Centre Redevelopments in Canada~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ In a special edition podcast, Craig interviews Rafael Lazer, CEO of Almadev. The discussion includes Almadev’s transformation of the Galleria Mall in Toronto into a complete community with housing, as well as a general discussion of...2022-12-0932 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkNeill Ashe (RBC) and Troy Skinner (Martin Motor Sports): PayPlan by RBC~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ RBC has launched a new buy now pay later platform called PayPlan by RBC. It is already getting tremendous reception from retailers.Craig interviews two special guests: Neill Ashe, Senior Director, Payments & Commerce at R...2022-12-0214 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkNeill Ashe (RBC) and Troy Skinner (Martin Motor Sports): PayPlan by RBC~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ RBC has launched a new buy now pay later platform called PayPlan by RBC. It is already getting tremendous reception from retailers.Craig interviews two special guests: Neill Ashe, Senior Director, Payments & Commerce at R...2022-12-0214 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Apple Flagship Opens in Downtown Vancouver~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee discuss the new flagship Apple Store that opened last week at CF Pacific Centre in Vancouver, marking the first of its kind for Canada. Lee also discusses the media event prior and his o...2022-11-2821 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Apple Flagship Opens in Downtown Vancouver~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee discuss the new flagship Apple Store that opened last week at CF Pacific Centre in Vancouver, marking the first of its kind for Canada. Lee also discusses the media event prior and his o...2022-11-2821 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Saks Renovates Downtown Toronto Store~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee discuss the new renovations to the Saks Fifth Avenue store in downtown Toronto, which looks different after several concessions closed earlier this year. Women’s shoes relocated to the main floor and something cou...2022-11-2119 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Saks Renovates Downtown Toronto Store~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee discuss the new renovations to the Saks Fifth Avenue store in downtown Toronto, which looks different after several concessions closed earlier this year. Women’s shoes relocated to the main floor and something cou...2022-11-2119 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkJames Yurichuk (Wuxly): Expansion~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig and James Yurickuk, Founder and CEO of Wuxly, talk about the brand and where it’s going in terms of new retail stores, wholesale, and collaborations including a recent one with iconic Canadian musician Bryan Ada...2022-11-1416 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkJames Yurichuk (Wuxly): Expansion~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig and James Yurickuk, Founder and CEO of Wuxly, talk about the brand and where it’s going in terms of new retail stores, wholesale, and collaborations including a recent one with iconic Canadian musician Bryan Ada...2022-11-1416 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Royalmount (Montreal) Announces 1st Luxury Tenants~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee discuss recent tenant announcements to Montreal’s Royalmount development opening in 2024, and what impact it could have on downtown Montreal. Recent tenant announcements include flagships for Louis Vuitton and Gucc...2022-11-0716 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Royalmount (Montreal) Announces 1st Luxury Tenants~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ Craig and Lee discuss recent tenant announcements to Montreal’s Royalmount development opening in 2024, and what impact it could have on downtown Montreal. Recent tenant announcements include flagships for Louis Vuitton and Gucc...2022-11-0716 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Vancouver’s Luxury Nodes Closer Look~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee discuss the Vancouver luxury retail market including upcoming changes. While downtown Vancouver has dominated in terms of luxury retail offerings, two landlords are building malls that will also target luxury brands a...2022-08-2928 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Vancouver’s Luxury Nodes Closer Look~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee discuss the Vancouver luxury retail market including upcoming changes. While downtown Vancouver has dominated in terms of luxury retail offerings, two landlords are building malls that will also target luxury brands a...2022-08-2928 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkÉric Blais (Headspace Marketing): Recent Quebec Language Laws~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig interviews Eric Blaise, President of Headspace Marketing, about how Bill 96 will impact retailers with rules around signage on stores and other businesses. They also discuss language laws generally and how consumers are greeted in stores — and...2022-08-1226 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkÉric Blais (Headspace Marketing): Recent Quebec Language Laws~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig interviews Eric Blaise, President of Headspace Marketing, about how Bill 96 will impact retailers with rules around signage on stores and other businesses. They also discuss language laws generally and how consumers are greeted in stores — and...2022-08-1226 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Downtown Edmonton Struggles~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee discuss challenges for retail in downtown Edmonton and its retreat over the past couple of decades, as well as the situation and projections for downtowns in cities across Canada. Craig is a...2022-08-1026 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Downtown Edmonton Struggles~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee discuss challenges for retail in downtown Edmonton and its retreat over the past couple of decades, as well as the situation and projections for downtowns in cities across Canada. Craig is a...2022-08-1026 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Luxury Nodes Migrating To Suburban Malls~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee talk about how luxury retail nodes in Canada are shifting with the construction of Oakridge Centre in Vancouver and Royalmount in Montreal. The discussion topics includes past luxury retail nodes in C...2022-08-0333 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Luxury Nodes Migrating To Suburban Malls~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee talk about how luxury retail nodes in Canada are shifting with the construction of Oakridge Centre in Vancouver and Royalmount in Montreal. The discussion topics includes past luxury retail nodes in C...2022-08-0333 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Pret a Manger Launch Could Have Been Better?~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee discuss Pret a Manger’s entry into Canada via A&W. Lee, who lives in Vancouver, discusses what he experienced at the Vancouver combined A&W/Pret location and the discussion tur...2022-07-2914 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Pret a Manger Launch Could Have Been Better?~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee discuss Pret a Manger’s entry into Canada via A&W. Lee, who lives in Vancouver, discusses what he experienced at the Vancouver combined A&W/Pret location and the discussion tur...2022-07-2914 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkBear and Rabin (The Behar Group): Celebrating 30 Years~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig sits down with The Behar Group‘s CEO Avi Behar and President/Broker of Record Greg Rabin to discuss The Behar Group’s history, some notable deals, and where the Toronto-based brokerage sees food halls and r...2022-07-2521 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkBear and Rabin (The Behar Group): Celebrating 30 Years~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig sits down with The Behar Group‘s CEO Avi Behar and President/Broker of Record Greg Rabin to discuss The Behar Group’s history, some notable deals, and where the Toronto-based brokerage sees food halls and r...2022-07-2521 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkSuzanne Sears (Best Retail Careers: Record-Low Unemployment~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig sits down with Suzanne Sears, founder and President of Best Retail Careers International, Retail Staffing Canada and Luxury Careers Canada, to discuss the most recent jobs report showing record-low unemployment. Retailers continue to struggle to f...2022-07-1832 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkSuzanne Sears (Best Retail Careers: Record-Low Unemployment~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig sits down with Suzanne Sears, founder and President of Best Retail Careers International, Retail Staffing Canada and Luxury Careers Canada, to discuss the most recent jobs report showing record-low unemployment. Retailers continue to struggle to f...2022-07-1832 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkJustin Cohen (Psycho Bunny): Canadian Store Expansion~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig sits down with Justin Cohen, Chief Commercial Officer of edgy menswear brand Psycho Bunny. They discuss the plans to open more Psycho Bunny stores in Canada as well as the fact that the brand could e...2022-07-1313 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkJustin Cohen (Psycho Bunny): Canadian Store Expansion~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig sits down with Justin Cohen, Chief Commercial Officer of edgy menswear brand Psycho Bunny. They discuss the plans to open more Psycho Bunny stores in Canada as well as the fact that the brand could e...2022-07-1313 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkEd Skira (UrbanToronto): Toronto's Development Boom~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig and Ed Skira discuss how Toronto’s rapid growth is impacting retail as thousands of new residential units are added to the city yearly. Skira makes predictions based on increased immigration numbers. UrbanToronto also launched Urb...2022-05-3118 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkEd Skira (UrbanToronto): Toronto's Development Boom~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig and Ed Skira discuss how Toronto’s rapid growth is impacting retail as thousands of new residential units are added to the city yearly. Skira makes predictions based on increased immigration numbers. UrbanToronto also launched Urb...2022-05-3118 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkMichael Binetti: Toronto’s Retail History~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig has an animated conversation discussing the history of retail in Toronto with Michael Binetti, who hosts Jane’s Walks. Binetti begins by discussing the first store in Toronto, followed by how a department store row dev...2022-05-241h 02The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkMichael Binetti: Toronto’s Retail History~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig has an animated conversation discussing the history of retail in Toronto with Michael Binetti, who hosts Jane’s Walks. Binetti begins by discussing the first store in Toronto, followed by how a department store row dev...2022-05-241h 02The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkRay Riley (Progress Retail): Post-Pandemic Future~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig and Ray Riley, CEO of Progress Retail, discuss retail in Canada during the pandemic as well as what’s to come as we see a return to some normalcy. Interviewed this epis...2022-05-1117 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkRay Riley (Progress Retail): Post-Pandemic Future~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig and Ray Riley, CEO of Progress Retail, discuss retail in Canada during the pandemic as well as what’s to come as we see a return to some normalcy. Interviewed this epis...2022-05-1117 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkSarah Jordan (Mastermind Toys): Seeing Success by Growing Digital~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig and Sarah discuss growth at Mastermind Toys over the course of the pandemic, much of which was through online channels that saw significant improvements with technology as well as easy payments made possible through PayPal.2022-05-0611 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkSarah Jordan (Mastermind Toys): Seeing Success by Growing Digital~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig and Sarah discuss growth at Mastermind Toys over the course of the pandemic, much of which was through online channels that saw significant improvements with technology as well as easy payments made possible through PayPal.2022-05-0611 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkNathanael Hausmann (Läderach): Canadian Expansion Expansion Plans~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig interviews Nathaniel Hausmann, North American president of Swiss chocolate brand Läderach, which expanded into Canada shortly before the pandemic. The chocolate retailer is now expanding aggressively in North America and will be opening more lo...2022-05-0316 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkNathanael Hausmann (Läderach): Canadian Expansion Expansion Plans~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig interviews Nathaniel Hausmann, North American president of Swiss chocolate brand Läderach, which expanded into Canada shortly before the pandemic. The chocolate retailer is now expanding aggressively in North America and will be opening more lo...2022-05-0316 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Retail Insider 10 Year Anniversary~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee talk about Retail Insider marking 10 years of operations, including how the news platform got started and some memorable happenings in the Canadian retail industry during that time. Cr...2022-04-2522 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Retail Insider 10 Year Anniversary~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee talk about Retail Insider marking 10 years of operations, including how the news platform got started and some memorable happenings in the Canadian retail industry during that time. Cr...2022-04-2522 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkGraham Wong (LAUFT): Expansion of Flexible Work Concept~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig has a conversation with Graham Wong, founder and CEO of flexible workspace concept LAUFT, about its plans for the future which includes locations within shopping centres and even retailers. Interviewed this ep...2022-04-1320 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkGraham Wong (LAUFT): Expansion of Flexible Work Concept~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig has a conversation with Graham Wong, founder and CEO of flexible workspace concept LAUFT, about its plans for the future which includes locations within shopping centres and even retailers. Interviewed this ep...2022-04-1320 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkRobert K. Brown (Axis Communications): Intelligent Analytics and AI for Retail~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig has a discussion with Robert K. Brown, Solutions Engineer at Axis Communications, about topics including intelligent analytics and artificial intelligence, machine learning, and how cameras are being used as a tool to coordinate the enhancement o...2022-04-0626 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkRobert K. Brown (Axis Communications): Intelligent Analytics and AI for Retail~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show).~ Craig has a discussion with Robert K. Brown, Solutions Engineer at Axis Communications, about topics including intelligent analytics and artificial intelligence, machine learning, and how cameras are being used as a tool to coordinate the enhancement o...2022-04-0626 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: HBC Closes Toronto Bloor Street~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee talk about the Hudson’s Bay store which will be departing Bloor Street in downtown Toronto this year after nearly 50 years of operations. The shocking news will lead to big changes for...2022-03-2119 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: HBC Closes Toronto Bloor Street~If you would like to subscribe to only Canadian retail discussions between Craig and Lee by Retail Insider, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show). If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~ This week Craig and Lee talk about the Hudson’s Bay store which will be departing Bloor Street in downtown Toronto this year after nearly 50 years of operations. The shocking news will lead to big changes for...2022-03-2119 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkBruce Winder: Canadian Retail Before, During and After COVID~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~Bruce Winder joins Retail Insider Founder and Editor-in-Chief Craig Patterson to discuss what the future might hold for Canadian retailers after the pandemic. Winder is the author of the book RETAIL Before, During & After COVID-19. Tune in for an animated discussion. Interviewed this episode:Bruce Winder - Retail Analyst - Author of RETAIL Before, During & After COVID-19 (Available on Amazon), Consultant, Speaker, Instructor, Neurodiverse, Artist2021-11-0829 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkBruce Winder: Canadian Retail Before, During and After COVID~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~Bruce Winder joins Retail Insider Founder and Editor-in-Chief Craig Patterson to discuss what the future might hold for Canadian retailers after the pandemic. Winder is the author of the book RETAIL Before, During & After COVID-19. Tune in for an animated discussion. Interviewed this episode:Bruce Winder - Retail Analyst - Author of RETAIL Before, During & After COVID-19 (Available on Amazon), Consultant, Speaker, Instructor, Neurodiverse, Artist2021-11-0829 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkDavenport and Newbury: Future of Shopping Centre Anchor Retail Spaces~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~Gary Newbury and Jeff Davenport join Retail Insider Founder and Editor-in-Chief Craig Patterson to discuss what the future might hold for large department store anchor spaces in shopping centres in North America. The department store model is going by the wayside and the future of some spaces could involve shipping fulfillment. Interviewed this episode:Gary NewburyJeff Davenport The Interview Series podcast by Re...2021-10-1233 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkDavenport and Newbury: Future of Shopping Centre Anchor Retail Spaces~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~Gary Newbury and Jeff Davenport join Retail Insider Founder and Editor-in-Chief Craig Patterson to discuss what the future might hold for large department store anchor spaces in shopping centres in North America. The department store model is going by the wayside and the future of some spaces could involve shipping fulfillment. Interviewed this episode:Gary NewburyJeff Davenport The Interview Series podcast by Re...2021-10-1233 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: McEwan Grocery To CloseThis week Craig and Lee talk about the closure of the McEwan grocery store near the corner of Bloor and Yonge Streets in downtown Toronto. Celebrity chef Mark McEwan‘s business empire recently filed for CCAA protection. Craig lives nearby and has been shopping there since it opened in 2019, and Lee became a fan during a visit prior to the pandemic.The Weekly podcast by Retail Insider Canada is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Discussed this episode:Upscale McEwan Gr...2021-10-0813 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: McEwan Grocery To CloseThis week Craig and Lee talk about the closure of the McEwan grocery store near the corner of Bloor and Yonge Streets in downtown Toronto. Celebrity chef Mark McEwan‘s business empire recently filed for CCAA protection. Craig lives nearby and has been shopping there since it opened in 2019, and Lee became a fan during a visit prior to the pandemic.The Weekly podcast by Retail Insider Canada is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players.Discussed this episode:Upscale McEwan Gr...2021-10-0813 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Zellers Store-in-Store at HBC~If you would like to subscribe to only to discussions of popular content on Retail Insider by Craig and Lee, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~This week Craig and Lee talk about HBC's recent unveiling of a Zellers pop-up store-in-store in a Hudson's Bay store in Ontario. The discussion includes what's there and how it might be improved for a national rollout. The Weekly podcast by Retail Insider Canada is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast a...2021-09-2712 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: Zellers Store-in-Store at HBC~If you would like to subscribe to only to discussions of popular content on Retail Insider by Craig and Lee, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~This week Craig and Lee talk about HBC's recent unveiling of a Zellers pop-up store-in-store in a Hudson's Bay store in Ontario. The discussion includes what's there and how it might be improved for a national rollout. The Weekly podcast by Retail Insider Canada is available on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast a...2021-09-2712 min
The Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: HBC Separates Physical Stores and eCommerce~If you would like to subscribe to only to discussions of popular content on Retail Insider by Craig and Lee, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~This week Craig and Lee talk about HBC’s recent announcement that the company is separating its physical department store business from its online operations, and what it means for the future of the retailer. Craig has some choice words when discussing the lack of investment in Hudson’s Bay stores resulting in their current lacklustre condition.**Podcast Sponsor: Swyft is a ra...2021-08-1716 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkOpinion: HBC Separates Physical Stores and eCommerce~If you would like to subscribe to only to discussions of popular content on Retail Insider by Craig and Lee, a separate "The Weekly" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~This week Craig and Lee talk about HBC’s recent announcement that the company is separating its physical department store business from its online operations, and what it means for the future of the retailer. Craig has some choice words when discussing the lack of investment in Hudson’s Bay stores resulting in their current lacklustre condition.**Podcast Sponsor: Swyft is a ra...2021-08-1716 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkLee Jackson (JLL) and Jesse Michael (Adeptmind): Partnership~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~Craig, Lee and Jesse discuss an innovative partnership between JLL Canada and Adeptmind which is ushering a new era at Canadian shopping centres in terms of online product searches of what is in malls.**Podcast Sponsor: Swyft is a rapidly growing Canadian same-day shipping company that has partnered exclusively with Retail Insider. Learn more about Swyft’s scalable, affordable best-in-class last mile solution. Interviewed this...2021-08-0625 minThe Retail Insider Podcast NetworkLee Jackson (JLL) and Jesse Michael (Adeptmind): Partnership~If you would like to subscribe to only interviews by Retail Insider, a separate "The Interview Series" podcast show is now available (link to Apple Podcast show)~Craig, Lee and Jesse discuss an innovative partnership between JLL Canada and Adeptmind which is ushering a new era at Canadian shopping centres in terms of online product searches of what is in malls.**Podcast Sponsor: Swyft is a rapidly growing Canadian same-day shipping company that has partnered exclusively with Retail Insider. Learn more about Swyft’s scalable, affordable best-in-class last mile solution. Interviewed this...2021-08-0625 min