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Shoptalk is the home for reimaging retail. Where retail, technology & innovation intersect. Next week Shoptalk Spring rocks up to Las Vegas where the future of retail will be fueled with bold ideas that will transform your business. Get your ticket now before they sell out:?https://lnkd.in/e297Fu6Y What starts in Vegas will continue at Shoptalk Europe in Barcelona, Europe’s home for retail innovation. We are ready, are you? Welcome to the fourth episode of Europe's Retail Evolution, brought to you in partnership with OFFBounds! In this episode, host Paula Macaggi travels to Germany to meet with Shoptalk Europe speaker Christian Raveaux, Head of REWE Group Retail Media Connect at REWE Group, one of Europe’s top retailers. Christian shares how REWE leverages first-party data, cutting-edge in-store and digital strategies, and innovative campaigns like weather-responsive ads to drive sales and engagement. He’ll take the conversation even further at Shoptalk Europe, joining tash whitmey (Group Managing Director, Tesco Retail Media, Tesco) and David McIntosh (Chief Connected Store Officer, Instacart) on stage to dive into a discussion around ‘Unlocking the In-Store Retail Media Opportunity.’ Tune in now and stay ahead in the retail media revolution:?offbounds.tv

The future of Retail Media is here ? Another Tuesday and another episode of our Europe's Retail Evolution Series in partnership with Shoptalk Europe. Our host Paula Macaggi speaks with Christian Raveaux, Head of Rewe Group Retail Media Connect at REWE Group, to explore how retail media is transforming brand engagement at scale. Key highlights from the episode: ? How Rewe blends digital and physical store strategies ? Leveraging first-party data from loyalty programs ? Behind the scenes of a successful, weather-responsive Magnum ice cream campaign ? Breaking internal silos to drive effective collaboration ? Where retail media is headed in the next 3–5 years ?? Listen now for actionable insights and strategies: offbounds.tv This episode was brought to you by New Black. They are redefining retail with EVA, a contextual commerce platform that unifies Inventory and order management, POS, in-store apps, promotions, loyalty, and clienteling into one seamless system. #NerdsaretheNewBlack -- ? Haven't booked your ticket to Shoptalk Europe yet? You can join us in Barcelona with a special discount :) Use the codes below ?? ??? Retailers and Brands, use code RBOFFBO20 ??? General Attendees, use code GAOFFBO20 #RetailMedia #ShoptalkEurope

?? Unlocking the In-Store Retail Media Opportunity Just a few days ago, I was in beautiful Cologne ???? with Christian Raveaux, the Head of Retail Media Connect at REWE Group. Christian will be on stage at Shoptalk Europe?to discuss the opportunities for in-store retail media, and this OFFBounds episode gives you a glimpse of what's to come in Barcelona. Christian and I talked about practical insights from successful campaigns, overcoming organizational silos, and what brands and retailers should know to excel in this rapidly evolving space. ?? ???????? ???????????????? ???? 7 ???? ??????. ??? The coolest jacket that everyone is asking me about is from our sponsor, New Black. They are redefining retail with EVA, a contextual commerce platform that unifies Inventory and order management, POS, in-store apps, promotions, loyalty, and clienteling into one seamless system. Don't forget to subscribe to the show on: ? Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dGYn52ZS ? Youtube: https://lnkd.in/dVmAKZPJ #RetailMedia #ShoptalkEurope

?? "What's one book that changed your life?" Javier Figar, Chief Retail Officer at TENDAM, recommends Endurance by Alfred Lansing—a powerful story about true leadership, resilience, and empathy. But that's just the beginning. ?? What store completely blew his mind? ?? What's his must-have advice for anyone attending Shoptalk Europe? ?? And what's one surprising fact most people don't know about Javier? Don't miss this quickfire round with Javier Figar filled with insights and surprises! ?? Watch the full episode here: offbounds.tv

?? How can we make sure innovations truly add value in retail? In this week's OFFBounds episode, I sat down with Javier Figar, TENDAM's Chief Retail Officer, to discuss how technologies can empower the frontline and improve operations. The episode itself is a great masterclass on retail technology, and New Black's Gijs raised an important question: How can we ensure that technologies actually add value to the business? Javier's answer comes in 3 parts: ?? Make sure you select a tech vendor that can deliver on their promises ?? First star with a pilot of one or few stores before scaling ?? Be unbiased about the numbers you are measuring and read what they are saying Javier will be on stage in Barcelona for Shoptalk Europe, and you can join us with a special discount using the codes below: ??? Retailers and Brands, use code RBOFFBO20 ??? General Attendees, use code GAOFFBO20 ???? This episode was brought to you by New Black. They are redefining retail with EVA, a contextual commerce platform that unifies Inventory and order management, POS, in-store apps, promotions, loyalty, and clienteling into one seamless system. You can listen to the full episode on our website, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts. The link is in the comments. #RetailInnovation #RetailTechnology #RetailLeadership

Welcome to the third episode of Europe’s Retail Evolution series?— brought to you in partnership with OFFBounds. In this episode, OFFBounds host Paula Macaggi sits down with Javier Figar de Lacalle, Chief Retail Officer at TENDAM, who will take the stage at Shoptalk Europe in Barcelona,?2-4 June. Learn from Javier’s insights on how RFID, clienteling platforms, and other technology innovations are reshaping how we think about retail. Discover how TENDAM leverages cutting-edge technology to enhance store operations, empower frontline employees, and create seamless customer experiences. Javier will dive deeper into these insights and more at Shoptalk Europe. Secure your spot now:?https://lnkd.in/e_UQ8FWV PS:??? Can’t wait until June? Catch Shoptalk Spring in Las Vegas from March 25–27. Grab your ticket before prices increase at midnight this Friday:?https://lnkd.in/e297Fu6Y

? Empowering Retail Teams with Technology: Javier Figar's Vision for TENDAM Welcome to our Third Episode of Europe's Retail Evolution series in partnership with Shoptalk Europe. Today, our host, Paula Macaggi, sat down with Javier Figar, the Chief Retail Officer at TENDAM. They discussed the role of RFID and omnichannel strategies in revolutionizing store operations, making it easier for employees to deliver a seamless customer experience. Javier explains how technology is empowering frontline employees and driving operational efficiency, all while meeting consumers' changing expectations. ???? TENDAM is one of Spain's largest fashion groups. With a portfolio of iconic brands like Cortefiel, Springfield, and Women's Secret, Javier shares invaluable insights on the intersection of technology, leadership, and retail transformation. Javier will be on stage at Shoptalk Europe, which will take place in Barcelona from June 2nd to 4th. You can secure your ticket with a special OFFBounds discount: ??? Retailers and Brands, code RBOFFBO20 or https://lnkd.in/gC_uXBND ??? General Attendees, code GAOFFBO20 or https://lnkd.in/gn8KK8g5 ???? This episode is sponsored by New Black, redefining retail with EVA, a contextual commerce platform that unifies Inventory and order management, pos, in-store apps, promotions, loyalty, and clienteling into one seamless system. ?? To watch/listen to the full episode, head to offbounds.tv or look for OFFBounds on Youtube or your favorite podcast provider. #offbounds #tendam #retail #europeretail #shoptalkeurope #newblack

How to empower frontline employees with the right technologies ?? I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with Javier Figar, the Chief Retail Officer of TENDAM – one of Spain's largest fashion groups for our Europe's Retail Evolution series in partnership with Shoptalk Europe. Tendam operates some of the most iconic brands like Cortefiel, Springfield, and Women's Secret, with over 1800 stores across 80 countries. Javier shared insights into how technology is empowering frontline employees and transforming the retail experience. From RFID to clienteling platforms, he discussed how Tendam is leveraging tech to better serve customers and streamline operations. We also talked about the importance of leadership in driving change and innovation, especially when it comes to integrating new technologies in stores and overcoming challenges along the way. Javier will be on stage in Barcelona, and there's still time to secure your tickets and OFFBounds listeners can get a discount using the codes below: ??? Retailers and Brands, use code RBOFFBO20 ??? General Attendees, use code GAOFFBO20 ???? This episode is sponsored by New Black. They are redefining retail with EVA, a contextual commerce platform that unifies Inventory and order management, POS, in-store apps, promotions, loyalty, and clienteling into one seamless system. You don’t want to miss this conversation on physical stores, technology, leadership, and more! The episode will be live on Youtube and wherever you listen to your podcasts tomorrow at 7 am GMT. #ShoptalkEurope #OFFBounds #RetailTechnology #UnifiedCommerce #RFID Matt Brightwell Adam Plom Henk Willem de Boer Pim Vijftigschild

Happy Women's Day! Let's celebrate Women’s Voices in Retail ? On OFFBounds, we’ve had the privilege of hearing from incredible women who are shaping the future of retail, leadership, and innovation. Their insights, resilience, and vision continue to inspire us. Today, on International Women’s Day, we’re highlighting some of the powerful conversations shared on our podcast by the brilliant women who have been part of our journey. Silvia Mazzucchelli Renee Hartmann Danielle Diliberti Nicole Sheffield Alison Hiatt #offbounds #womeninretail #womenclevel #retail

?? Our Quick Fire Chat! In our latest episode, we asked Katya Denike, Holland & Barrett CPO, about her favorite tech trend in retail, favorite brands, book, career advice, those doing great in digital, and much more! Don't miss our second episode of our Europe's Retail Evolution Series in partnership with Shoptalk Europe. Katya will be on stage at Shoptalk Europe, which will take place in Barcelona from June 2nd to 4th. You can secure your ticket with a special OFFBounds discount: ??? Retailers and Brands, code RBOFFBO20 or https://lnkd.in/gC_uXBND ??? General Attendees, code GAOFFBO20 or https://lnkd.in/gn8KK8g5 ???? This episode is sponsored by New Black, redefining retail with EVA, a contextual commerce platform that unifies Inventory and order management, pos, in-store apps, promotions, loyalty, and clienteling into one seamless system. ?? To watch/listen to the full episode, head to offbounds.tv or look for OFFBounds on Youtube or your favorite podcast provider. #offbounds #hollandandbarrett #cpo #leaderadvice #retail #shoptalk #ukretail