Episode 94: The industry scoop from Shoptalk, Groceryshop, and Velocity
From Kantar Retail Sound Bites by Kantar Retail
October 9, 2025 · 52 min
About this episode
The episode discusses key insights from Shoptalk, Groceryshop, and Velocity, focusing on evolving retail trends and consumer behaviors.
In this special episode of Retail Sound Bites, we unpack the most compelling themes and takeaways from three powerhouse industry events— Shoptalk , Groceryshop , and Velocity . Hosts Barry Thomas and Rachel Dalton are joined by two of Kantar's leading voices in shopper intelligence: Leigh O'Donnell , Head of Shopper and Category Insights, and Julie Craig , Vice President of Shopper Insights. Together, they explore how the retail landscape is evolving across formats, cultures, and consumer behaviors. From the lasting impact of GLP-1 medications on grocery shopping habits to the reinvention of the in-store experience , this episode dives into the forces reshaping how shoppers engage with brands. The conversation also highlights the rise of omnichannel strategies , the growing influence of Latino consumers , and the importance of cultural relevance in building brand loyalty. Have a topic you'd like us to cover? Contact us at Kantar's Retail Sound Bites Podcast . Contact Barry: Email | LinkedIn Contact Rachel: Email | LinkedIn
People in this episode
Hosts: Barry Thomas, Rachel Dalton
Guests: Leigh O'Donnell, Julie Craig
Topics covered
- retail landscape
- consumer behavior
- omnichannel strategies
- Latino consumers
- cultural relevance
- in-store experience
- GLP-1 medications
Keywords
- retail
- shopper intelligence
- consumer trends
- brand loyalty
- omnichannel
- Groceryshop
- Shoptalk
- Velocity
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Kantar
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