Innovating at the Intersection of CX & Commerce in Retail
Episode 26: Innovating at the Intersection of CX & Commerce in Retail
On this episode of Human Centered, host Nick Brunker is joined by Charlie Wade, VMLY&R Commerce Global Executive Director of Growth & Innovation -- who delve into the dynamic relationship between customer experience and commerce in the world of retail. As the landscape continues to evolve, businesses are increasingly realizing the crucial role that CX plays in driving success and loyalty. They explore how CX and commerce intersect, and how this convergence is reshaping the retail industry. Plus, Charlie shares several key themes he heard during his visit to this year's World Retail Congress.
On this episode of Human Centered, host Nick Brunker is joined by Charlie Wade, VMLY&R Commerce Global Executive Director of Growth & Innovation -- who delve into the dynamic relationship between customer experience and commerce in the world of retail. As the landscape continues to evolve, businesses are increasingly realizing the crucial role that CX plays in driving success and loyalty. They explore how CX and commerce intersect, and how this convergence is reshaping the retail industry. Plus, Charlie shares several key themes he heard during his visit to this year's World Retail Congress.
- Host: Group Director, Experience Strategy, VMLY&R - Nick Brunker
- Guest: Global Executive Director Growth & Innovation, VMLY&R Commerce - Charlie Wade
We'd love to hear your feedback! Email the show: humancentered@vmlyr.com. To learn more about the CX practice at VMLY&R, visit vmlyr.com/cx
Creators and Guests
Host
Nick Brunker
Nick is a Forrester CX-Certified professional with a versatile portfolio including more than a decade of discipline in human-centered experience strategy, insight-based digital transformation, eCommerce & omnichannel planning. As part of VMLY&R’s CX practice, Nick is responsible for cultivating a deep understanding of customer motivations and business needs to deliver best-in-class experiences for our clients – and, as importantly, the people they serve. He collaborates with senior leaders to drive strategic alignment, push thinking into action, and helps architect CX measurement frameworks to achieve customer and business objectives. Additionally, he is actively expanding the agency’s industry footprint through thought leadership and IP development. During his career, Nick has partnered with various Fortune 500 clients across numerous categories, including Ford Motor Company, Google, General Mills, Fifth Third Bank, and Southwest Airlines, among others. He and his wife, Abbey, reside in Cincinnati, Ohio, with their children Nolan, Emma & Ainsley, and their ten-year-old pup, Bailey.
