RLI Talks

In this episode of RLI Talks Jayne speaks to Mario Bauer, the Co-Owner and CEO of restaurant brand Vapiano. With restaurants across the globe, Mario talks about just how quickly the business is having to respond to challenges presented by COVID-19, not just due to different rules in different areas but because of how regulations vary from country to country. Mario suggests ways in which restaurateurs should look at the future, inc...

In this episode of RLI Talks Jayne speaks to Bernardine Wu, the Founder and CEO of FitForCommerce, an ecommerce and omnichannel consultancy. Bernadine talks about just how quickly the digital landscape is changing for retailers as a result of the pandemic, and how it is now essential (rather than preferable) for brands to adopt new ways of connecting with - but also serving - their customers. She also refers to a recent report tha...

In this episode of RLI Talks Jayne speaks to Xavier López Ancona, Founder, President & CEO of Kidzania. Xavier gives a fascinating insight into the concept of Kidzania, from the jobs that children can try their hand at to how the Kidzania economy works from transactions to taxes. He also talks about how they innovate and stay relevant at Kidzania and what their plans for the future are with a brand new wellness concept for sho...

In this episode of RLI Talks Jayne speaks to David Sylvester, Executive Vice President of Global Retail for the Las Vegas Sands Corp.  David discusses the success of the group's properties in Singapore and Macao. He also talks about their latest project in the region, The Londoner, which will feature landmarks from the UK's capital, a wide food and beverage offering including a restaurant by Gordon Ramsay and how the style...

In this episode of RLI Talks Jayne speaks to the CEO and Founder of Boxpark, Roger Wade. Roger talks about his journey from launching retail brand Boxfresh to founding the iconic Boxpark concept and his vision behind it. He speaks passionately about where he feels the Government should step in to help the hospitality industry in regards to rising rents. He also offers his thoughts on the future of the food and beverage industry an...

In this episode of RLI Talks Jayne speaks to the former President and CEO of Godiva, Mohamed Elsarky, to talk about the future of retail and in particular the challenges behind acquiring brands during a pandemic. Mohamed gives an insight in to what he looks for when acquiring a brand and how there isn't necessarily a checklist to follow; failing businesses present opportunities for investors but successful brands can be just a...

In this episode of RLI Talks, Jayne talks to the Founder & CEO of WIT Fitness, Daniel Williams. Daniel talks about his disruptive and unique fitness offering, and the preparations they've had to make as a business to re-open their bricks and mortar location in the City of London. He also talks about how the retail side of their business has helped them throughout the COVID-19 pandemic with exclusive brand partnerships, and...

In this episode of RLI Talks, Jayne talks to Ishwar Chugani, the CEO and Managing Director of Giordano Middle East. Ishwar talks about how the UAE is going to recover with visitor numbers diminishing following lockdowns across the world and how locals have responded now that things are going back to normal. He also talks about why he is confident that there is now light at the end of the tunnel and his belief that business won'...

In this week’s episode Jayne talks to Nick Woodhouse, President and CMO of the Authentic Brands Group, which has grown exponentially over the last ten years to become one of the largest licensors in the world. Nick discusses the importance of e-commerce to the business and how he is still a big believer in brick and mortar. He also talks about how ABG's strategy is led by their digital team across many different platforms, and...

In this week’s episode Jayne talks to Salvatore Tramuto, Former CEO of Roberto Cavalli America, EVP of Retail at Versace USA and now CEO of his own company Retailineering which helps retailers that may feel out of date or challenged by the rise of digital to transform. They talk about why brands fail and how brands can actually benefit from the changes that recent events have forced businesses to make. They also talk about how dig...

In this episode of RLI Talks Jayne chats to Richard Marshall (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAAOODd8B3TQ_4ykckQnR5-5TS8NNXPfeI0o) , Founder & CEO of Award-Winning Pall Mall Barbers (https://www.linkedin.com/company/2064335/) , flying the flag for quintessential British hairdressing with a rich heritage and an inspirational tale. Not only will we find out how a century old tradition meets modernity but more prevalent, is the ro...