innovate ON purpose
innovate ON purpose by The Mindful Innovator, Matt Mueller, helps business leaders find clarity to grow their business purposefully. Stay locked in for mindfulness tips, innovative solutions, and purposeful leadership advice to take you to the next level ON purpose.
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In this episode, Matt Mueller interviews Maximilian Anderson, founder of SKUMAX, about how AI is transforming retail, particularly for small businesses. They discuss the importance of real-time inventory tracking, the emotional impact of data on retail owners, and the potential for small businesses to lead retail innovation. Maximilian shares success stories from clients who have improved their profits by addressing stale inventory...
Retailers are investing millions into new technology—but most of it never gets adopted, never solves the real problem, and never delivers ROI. Why? In this episode, innovation strategist Matt Mueller sits down with retail technology expert and RETHINK Retail Advisor Jessica Couch to reveal the biggest mistake retailers make with tech—and the simple shift that can transform customer experience, store performance, and operational eff...
In this episode of Innovate On Purpose, Matt sits down with Abby Czarniecki of New Belgium Brewing to explore how one of America’s most iconic craft beer brands is transforming its retail media strategy, e-commerce growth plans, sampling innovations, and AI readiness in a rapidly shifting marketplace.
Abby reveals how New Belgium balances “the now vs. the next”—executing today’s revenue-driving priorities while running smart experim...
Retail strategist DeAnn Campbell exposes the invisible forces draining 2–5% of your store revenue each week — and how to stop them. From poor lighting to “store blindness,” she explains how hidden frictions erode value and how employee workarounds often point to the real problems. A must-listen for leaders seeking friction-free store experiences and effortless customer journeys.
Keywords: retail friction, customer experience, ...
Luxury has lost its meaning — and consumers have noticed. In this provocative episode, Marie Driscoll, one of fashion’s most respected analysts, joins Matt Mueller to dissect how “big is the enemy of cool.” Marie explains why skyrocketing prices and falling quality have created a trust recession, and how transparency, storytelling, and craftsmanship can win it back. They explore the rise of “mastige” brands, the dilution of exclusi...
What can you build with $180 and a bold idea? Josh Rockoff joins Matt Mueller to share how he resurrected a forgotten brand and turned it into a cult favorite — without paid media. In this episode, Josh reveals why performance marketing became an addiction for many brands, and how he replaced it with trust-driven, zero-paid-media tactics that deliver lasting growth. Matt calls it “wartime marketing” — where resourcefulness meets au...
Technology gets the headlines, but people drive the results. Retail veteran Barney Stacher joins Matt Mueller on Innovate ON Purpose to reveal why the most powerful tech in any store is still its associates. Barney shares practical lessons on training, acknowledgement, and the simple gestures that turn a shopper into a loyal customer. From reducing turnover to increasing spend, he explains how emotional connection fuels measurable ...
Retail isn’t changing — it’s already changed. In this episode of Innovate ON Purpose, host Matt Mueller sits down with Scott Benedict, founder of Benedict Enterprises and former Director at Walmart, to explore how retailers can finally align the digital and physical worlds. Scott shares how store managers getting credit for online sales transformed Walmart’s culture overnight, why siloed teams still block omnichannel growth, and ho...
Nestlé’s Head of Digital Marketing Analytics, Aaron Winkler, joins host Matt Mueller to reveal how the world’s largest food & beverage company turns consumer insights into impactful innovation. We dig into AI-enabled analytics, social/search listening, ratings & reviews mining, and the change management required to drive tool adoption across 30+ brands. Aaron shares a surprising sustainability insight (transportation > p...
How do you scale innovation across hundreds of retail stores without losing the human touch?
In this episode of Innovate on Purpose, host Matt Mueller sits down with Ryan Holm, Divisional Vice President of Retail Innovation & Operations at Helzberg Diamonds, to explore how the iconic jewelry retailer is reimagining the frontline experience through AI-powered scheduling, intelligent communication tools, and a people-first innovat...
In this episode, Ed Farley, Partner at Newport LLC, and a seasoned brand marketing strategist, discusses the importance of purpose-driven transformation in businesses. He emphasizes the shift from traditional marketing to a consumer-led approach, where brands must connect with their customers on a deeper level. Farley highlights the role of internal influencers in driving change within organizations and the necessity of aligning br...
In this episode of Innovate on Purpose, Matt Mueller and Matt Ezyk discuss the impending disruption of Google search due to the rise of AI and changing consumer behaviors. Ezyk emphasizes that brands must adapt to this shift by focusing on AI-driven discovery, understanding consumer intent, and optimizing for context rather than traditional SEO. The conversation highlights the importance of experimenting with AI tools, networking w...
In this episode of Innovate On Purpose, Matt Mueller and Chris Campbell discuss the evolving trends in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry, particularly focusing on the plant-based movement. They explore the importance of staying informed about market trends, the challenges facing plant-based products, and the strategies non-plant-based brands should adopt. The conversation also touches on the emerging role of agentic AI in ...
In this conversation, Matt Mueller and Ron Thurston, from Your Greatest Potential, explore the evolving landscape of retail, emphasizing the importance of celebrating employees, adapting to generational differences, and leveraging technology to enhance the employee experience. They discuss the impact of AI on the workforce, the necessity of personalizing the hiring process, and the critical role of curiosity in effective leadership...
In this episode, Matt Mueller and Nicole Larson discuss the latest trends in retail, focusing on the insights from the 'Real Retail Reality' report. They explore how store closures can indicate a healthy future for retail, the transformation of physical stores, the rise of international brands in the U.S. market, and the evolving consumer behavior that emphasizes experiences over transactions. The conversation highlights ...
In this conversation, Matt Mueller and Rich Bruno explore the often-overlooked aspects of innovation, focusing on the significance of personal branding, trust, and relationships in fostering a culture of innovation within organizations. Rich emphasizes the importance of authenticity, effective communication, and the legacy leaders leave behind. They discuss how leaders can assess their personal brand, the power of asking the right ...
Matt Mueller and Jonna Parker discuss the transformative role of data in the fresh food sector, exploring how consumer behavior is evolving and the importance of harmonizing data for actionable insights. They delve into the impact of GLP-1 medications on consumer choices, the implications of tariffs on pricing strategies, and the necessity of clean data for effective marketing. The conversation highlights the need for retailers to ...
In this episode, we are speaking with founder and CEO Brandon Castaneda of @ezbombsfood to explore convenience cooking, TikTok marketing, food innovation, their amazing spice bombs, consumer trends, retail strategy, culinary experiences, co-packing, and Mexican cuisine.
Matt Mueller interviews Brandon Castaneda, CEO and co-founder of EZBombs, a unique cooking product that simplifies the preparation of traditional Mexica...
In this episode of Innovate On Purpose, Matt Mueller interviews Starr Edwards, the founder of Bitchin' Sauce, discussing the innovative journey of creating an almond-based dip that has taken the CPG market by storm. They explore the versatility of the product, the importance of consumer feedback, and the strategies behind flavor development and retail relationships. Starr shares insights on the significance of sampling, the im...
In this episode, Matt Mueller speaks with Victoria Dias, Insights and Shopper Manager at Mondelez International, about the evolving landscape of snacking. They discuss consumer trends, the importance of innovation with purpose, and how Mondelez is addressing health and sustainability in their products. Victoria shares insights on Gen Z's unique snacking preferences and the significance of turning consumer insights into actiona...
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