[STEP BY STEP] Data-Centric Decisions for Culturally-Relevant Brands

Future Commerce Podcast: eCommerce, DTC and Retail Strategy

In this final episode of Step by Step Season 13, we sit down with Andy Judd and Liz Mayer to unpack the transformative power of data in shaping omnichannel strategies. This episode emphasizes the necessity of staying culturally relevant and adaptable to thrive in the ever-evolving eCommerce arena. Listen now!

In this episode:

• {00:20:00} “I use the term ‘1000 points of light’ with my team because that's ultimately what you're trying to do: you're trying to take all of these pieces and say, okay, What does that show me? And what does that tell me?” - Andy
• {00:35:48} “You can change the plan. You can change the actions, but don't change the vision. Don't change the goal.” - Liz
• {00:25:34} “I think it's about finding those crosshatches of how I bring content to bear behind a really powerful cultural moment? And then underneath that is selling this, you know, anthemic story around the future of soda.” - Andy

Key Takeaways:

• To create a successful omnichannel strategy, brands should focus on aligning their growth ambitions with their sales and marketing strategies.
• When considering different marketing channels, brands must have a clear understanding of their objectives and measurable goals.
• The balance between technical expertise and creativity is crucial for executing a successful omnichannel marketing strategy.
• Brands should prioritize cultural relevance and fluidity in their marketing efforts to connect with consumers meaningfully.
• Empowering employees and trusting them to make data-driven decisions is key for adapting to changing consumer behaviors and cultural moments.

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• Learn more about Liz Mayer and The Partnering Group
• Learn more about Andy Judd and Poppi
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• Listen to our other episodes of Future Commerce

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