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MMR unveils Women of Influence 2026 honorees: Wendy Liebmann
By MMR, MARCH 11, 2026 || A Publication of MMR (Mass Market Retailers) The recognition showcases the accomplishments of these leaders and their vital role in shaping the future of retail. NEW YORK — The Women of Influence 2026 issue of Mass Market Retailers has been published, honoring a distinguished group of executives whose...Learn More
Beyond the Screen: Why Humanity is Retail’s Secret Weapon in 2026 | EP107
In this episode: As we transition into 2026, the retail landscape is being reshaped by two powerful, seemingly opposite forces: the rapid ascent of autonomous AI and a growing hunger for authentic human connection. In this special year-in-review, Wendy Liebmann reflects on a transformative period of “perpetual chaos,” where shoppers...Learn More
WSL Strategic Retail Looks Ahead: 7 Shopper Trends for 2026 and Beyond
What will 2026 bring to retailers and brands? Our extensive library of research provides an instructive narrative of what companies should prepare for in the coming year. We’ve identified seven shopper movements, and the 2026 predictions they suggest, here. Retailers and Brands, We Have a New Year’s Gift for You....Learn More
Can AI Build Shopper Engagement and Emotional Trust?
Nine in 10 retailers and brands already use artificial intelligence to engage shoppers, but are they missing the opportunity to use AI to build emotional trust and engagement? In this blog, we say “yes” and help you explore how to do a better job to help shoppers solve problems and...Learn More
The Future of Category Management with Gina Zilleox, Glanbia Performance Nutrition | EP99
In this episode: Wendy Liebmann talks to Gina Zilleox, Senior Director Category Management, Glanbia Performance Nutrition about the need to make dramatic assumptions about the competitive landscape in order to thrive in the future. Episode Highlights: Whether or not category management, as we know it, is dead. How essential it...Learn More
Beauty Faces Down Chaos: 7 Opportunities for All Categories
After our recent travels to explore the latest in beauty, WSL Strategic Retail’s experts returned to NYC impressed by the category’s resiliency in this time of chaos. Here are seven examples of what beauty can show other business (categories and retailers) in order to grow. Is the ‘Lipstick Effect’ Still...Learn More