From Experimentation to a Fundamental Shift Artificial Intelligence has moved beyond isolated pilots into a fundamental change in how consumers discover products, evaluate brands, and make purchasing decisions. For executives, the question is no longer whether AI matters — but where it creates durable advantage, and where it introduces risk. The AI Imperative for Retail and Consumer Goods Executive Briefing - Click here to view
My best friend recently introduced me to a podcast series called ACQUIRED, hosted by Ben Gilbert and David Rosenthal. They do deep‑dive explorations into the stories and strategies behind some of the world’s most successful companies. While I may be late to the game, I’m fully obsessed now—currently binging episodes. Two of my favorites so far are the Costco and Trader Joe’s episodes. They’re fantastic examples of companies that managed to reinvent themselves over time while staying true to their core mission and values. If you haven’t listened yet, I highly recommend starting with the Costco episode: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/esbcQyAm Enjoy! Kevin Mullaney CEO The Grayson Company
Celebrating our 30th year as a retail strategy consulting firm, I want to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for your support. Over the past three decades, we have focused on bringing our clients fact-based, data-driven, actionable solutions and perspectives that are practical, objective, and global. At TGC, we provide our clients the most experienced industry experts to tackle the most difficult challenges faced by omnichannel retailers, digital natives, vertical brands, and investors around the world. Despite the ups and downs of the industry, we have been able to grow and expand our business, a testament to our business model and our incredible team. With offices in New York and Los Angeles, our reach extends to twenty-six countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Our talented team is distinguished by their deep, hands-on experience and their ability to adapt to the industry's rapidly changing landscape. David Ball, our President, and [...]