In this episode of Commerce Talks recorded recently at Seamless KSA, Alex interviewed Mohammed Almashjari, the Chief Strategy Officer of Global Healthcare Co., a leading player in the Saudi Arabian health and beauty care market.
Global Healthcare Co (GHC) is a holding company that owns retail and distribution interests. With more than 200 stores, GHC retai ... Show More
Jan 2021
#46 Robert Meshew of Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply Talks Investments
In episode 46 of "Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf," I sit down with Robert Meshew, CIO of Murdoch's Ranch & Home Supply, to explore how this unique retailer is navigating the digital transformation. Robert shares insights into Murdoch's journey from a brick-and-mortar staple i ... Show More
55m 39s
Nov 2022
#91 - E-commerce in Saudi Arabia: cultural understanding is key to success - Ronny Froehlich, GoldenScent
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Ronny Froehlich, co-founder of GoldenScent, to explore the burgeoning e-commerce landscape in Saudi Arabia. Recorded at the Siemens conference in Riyadh, Ronny shares his journey from Germany to leading the Mi ... Show More
40m 45s
Sep 2023
#126 - The personalized shopping revolution for men - Mahmoud Gao, Mr. Draper
Join me, Alexander Graf, in episode #126 of Commerce Talks as I dive into the personalized shopping revolution for men with Mahmoud Gao, founder of Mr. Draper. Recorded at the Seamless Conference in Riyadh, this episode explores how Mr. Draper is transforming the shopping experie ... Show More
29m 6s
May 2023
Five Themes Shaping the Global Beauty Industry
BoF’s Imran Amed sits down with Priya Rao, executive editor of The Business of Beauty, to go inside the findings of our new report ‘The State of Fashion: Beauty.’
Background:
The global beauty industry is booming.
“Beauty remains one of the most dynamic, challenging and sought-a ... Show More
28m 40s
Mar 2024
What’s ahead for retail: how retail CEOs are navigating a more complex environment
Retailers are facing a more complex environment in 2024, say Goldman Sachs’ Tim Ingrassia, co-chairman of Global Banking & Markets’ Global Mergers & Acquisitions business, and Vishaal Rana, a managing director in the Cross Markets Consumer Retail Group, who discuss the deal-makin ... Show More
37m 2s
Apr 2024
Hatem Al Akeel
Hatem Alakeel is an award-winning Saudi designer, fashion entrepreneur and podcast host. He has designed for global icons including Mattel’s Barbie, Evian, Lexus, Fairmont, Raffles, and the Ritz Carlton among others, and he was among the first regional artists to create and celeb ... Show More
41m 37s
Feb 2024
New York Fashion Week Edition: Badgley Mischka’s James Mischka - Getting our collection in front of influencers is ‘the most important thing’
Mark Badgley and James Mischka launched their eveningwear-focused fashion brand, Badgley Mischka, 35 years ago. In the years since, the company has expanded to various product categories, largely through licenses. Most recently, it entered the prestige fragrance space through a p ... Show More
31m 46s