PARTNER PODCAST

The New Rules of Retail Pricing: Navigating Market Volatility, Real-Time Data, and AI

Join industry experts as they explore the cutting edge of retail pricing strategy in this insightful podcast by The Parker Avery Group featuring Sam Iosevich from Parker Avery; Edward Salas from DataWeave; and pricing specialists Jeffrey Kittell and Robert McGuire.

In this podcast, you'll discover:

  • How AI serves as an "intern" for pricing teams—handling routine tasks while experts focus on strategy.
  • Why connecting pricing systems to supply chain creates more holistic, responsive decision-making.
  • How to build an agile pricing framework that responds to market changes while protecting profits.
  • Techniques to avoid price wars by leveraging your unique market position and value proposition.
  • Strategies for navigating inflation, shifting consumer sentiment, and tariff uncertainties.

Speakers
 

Sam Iosevich

Host & Speaker

Chief Analytics Officer, Parker Avery Group
Sam Iosevich is the Chief Analytics Officer & Managing Partner at Parker Avery, with nearly three decades of experience architecting and developing business analytics platforms for major retail and CPG companies. He is known for pioneering new approaches in demand forecasting and assortment optimization.

 

Edward Salas

Speaker

SVP of Retail Strategy, DataWeave
Eddy Salas, Senior VP of Retail Strategy at DataWeave, brings over 30 years of retail and pricing experience, including 20 years dedicated to strategic pricing at H-E-B. He now leverages AI and analytics at DataWeave to drive innovative pricing solutions for global retailers and leads the "Price Point" thought leadership series.

 

Robert McGuire

Speaker

Retail Pricing Leader
A passionate pricing and analytics leader, Robert McGuire brings 20+ years of experience delivering strategic value and practical insights. He has led impactful pricing initiatives at Party City and Whole Foods Market, demonstrating expertise in strategy development, process optimization, and building high-performing teams.

 

Jeffrey Kittell

Speaker

VP, Pricing & Strategy, SpartanNash
Jeff Kittell is the VP of Pricing and Strategy at SpartanNash, bringing over 20 years of experience in pricing, strategy, and marketing. Prior to SpartanNash, he held leadership roles in pricing at Meijer and Sysco. He has a strong background in developing and implementing pricing strategies.

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