Retail Recon Podcast
All things Adventure retail for both retailers and brands alike. We meet with great retailers and share what makes them tick, explore best practices, and have conversations focused on helping any and all who make a living in the outdoor industry.
Episodes
What happens when you leave the corporate world behind to build something wild and unconventional? In this episode, Dale dives into conversation with Jimmy Funkhouser, founder of Feral, an outdoor retail business that’s anything but ordinary. Jimmy shares his journey from working at Toys R Us to launching an independent shop with a bold mission—helping people escape domestication and reconnect with the outdoors.
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In this episode, Dale dives into discussion with Rick Spicer, part-owner of the Pack Rat Outdoor Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Rick shares his fascinating journey from college student to outdoor retail veteran, with over 25 years of experience in the business. Together, they dive into the art of community building through unique events like the Brewhouse Bushwhack, the intricacies of transitioning ownership in a s...
What does it take to build a purpose-driven retail business that lasts? In this episode, Dale chats with Marc Sherman of Outdoor Gear Exchange to unpack the real behind-the-scenes work of sustainable growth. From creating vendor co-op programs and curating products with intention, to building trust with customers through simple but strong recommendations, Marc shares how a clear point of view shapes everything.
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Ever wondered what it takes to thrive in the outdoor retail industry? Join us as we chat with Steve Cross from Revy Outdoors, who shares his incredible journey from working with major brands like Patagonia to owning a chain of shops in the 80s, and finally setting up shop in Revelstoke, Canada. Tune in to uncover his practical strategies for adapting to local markets and engaging customers in a user-focused environmen...
Unlock the secrets behind the phenomenal success of Battlbox with our special guest, John Roman, CEO of the booming outdoor and survival company. Journey with John from his humble beginnings as a small-scale investor to becoming the driving force behind a major e-commerce platform. Discover how Battlbox's innovative shift from subscription boxes to full-scale online retail, their growth during the pandemic, and t...
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