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Welcome to an all-new season of the Conversations with CommerceNext podcast! We were thrilled to partner with Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc from the industry leading Remarkable Retail #podcast to record interviews with several of our speakers at this year's Growth Show in NYC for both their podcast and here on Conversations with CommerceNext. Be sure to check out our website at commerce.next.com for the latest events, in-market dinners, webinars, and to stay up-to-date on all the exciting news from the Commerce Next community. If you like this episode, be sure to give us a follow and a five-star review in your favorite podcast app. Also, check out the Remarkable Retail podcast for Steve's and my latest thoughts on where retail is headed and for more dynamic and remarkable guests. © 2021-2022 Conversations with CommerceNext Podcast Partnership & Season 4 2025 Remarkable Retail Podcast Partnership. All Rights Reserved.

Recent Episodes

Lauren Price, COS' SVP E-Commerce & Digital Marketing on Winning Over the Next Generation of Customers

NOV 26, 2025

Lauren Price, COS' SVP E-Commerce & Digital Marketing on Winning Over the Next Generation of Customers

The Remarkable Retail Podcast's Michael LeBlanc's guest on this episode is Lauren Price, Senior Vice President, E-Commerce & Digital Marketing, COS North America. Lauren shares her career journey from luxury e-commerce pioneer to driving growth for the H&M-owned fashion brand and reveals how COS engages Gen Z through authenticity, quality storytelling, and TikTok virality, while preparing for the next wave of AI-driven discovery. Lauren also offers timely holiday strategy advice—focusing on agility, rapid data analysis, and making the most of short, high-impact shopping windows like Black Friday.

26 MIN

From Seed to Scale: XRC Ventures' Pano Anthos on Revolutionizing Retail & Consumer Tech

NOV 13, 2025

From Seed to Scale: XRC Ventures' Pano Anthos on Revolutionizing Retail & Consumer Tech

In this fast-paced episode, recorded live at the CommerceNext Growth Show, Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc from The Remarkable Retail Podcast sit down with Pano Anthos, Managing Partner at XRC Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm that sits at the intersection of consumers and technology. Pano shares his insights on why retail innovation often stalls, despite transformative technologies and seemingly compelling financial returns. We explore his investment theses on retail media and other key retail priorities. Pano also offers candid advice to startups selling to retailers —and a bold blueprint for restructuring retail to meet the demands and pace of modern shoppers.

25 MIN

Reimagining Heritage Through Innovation: A Conversation with Stuart Hogue, (formerly) Lands' End Senior Vice President, US Consumer

OCT 29, 2025

Reimagining Heritage Through Innovation: A Conversation with Stuart Hogue, (formerly) Lands' End Senior Vice President, US Consumer

In this episode, Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc from The Remarkable Retail Podcast sit down with Stuart Hogue, formerly Lands' End Senior Vice President, US Consumer, for a dynamic conversation recorded live at the CommerceNext Growth Show. Stuart unpacks how Lands' End is balancing its rich heritage with modern innovation—from AI and digital marketplaces to viral tote bags and fashion drops. Discover how this legacy brand is attracting younger customers while staying true to its timeless products, iconic franchises, and deeply rooted brand values.

22 MIN

OCT 15, 2025

Draper James CEO Jeannie Yoo on What's Next for the Celebrity Inspired Brand

In this episode, Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc from The Remarkable Retail Podcast sit down live at the CommerceNext Growth Show with Jeannie Yoo, CEO of Draper James, the lifestyle brand founded by Reese Witherspoon. Jeannie shares her retail journey from Michael Kors to high-end fashion to leadership of a fast-growing lifestyle brand. As CEO of Draper James she's on a mission to "democratize" fashion through a mix of direct-to-consumer, wholesale, and licensing partnerships. We dive into human-centric retail, celebrity branding, the role of AI, and the brand's "decade tour" strategy.

21 MIN

Leading Social Commerce into the Future with Walmart VP Sarah Henry

OCT 1, 2025

Leading Social Commerce into the Future with Walmart VP Sarah Henry

On this episode, Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc from The Remarkable Retail podcast are joined by Sarah Henry, VP, Head of Content, Influencer & Commerce at Walmart U.S., for an inside look at how one of the world's biggest retailers is redefining discovery and engagement. Sarah shares insights on Walmart Creator, Gen Z strategy, and the role of AI in powering shoppable experiences. From Pokémon drops to fashion-forward content, it's a fascinating dive into the intersection of commerce, creativity, and community at scale.

16 MIN