Holiday retail sales are up nearly 4.9% this season. "Giftology" author John Ruhlin shares his picks for the top trends in gifts for the 2017 holiday season.
The top trends this year include personalization, being locally made, artificial intelligence enabled selection, conscious capitalism, and practicality over novelty. Ruhlin says Amazon's launch of Marketplace is a great example of how the e-commerce giant is capitalizing on the growing popularity of personalization.
Shoppers spent more than $800 billion during this holiday season according to Reuters. Ruhlin says ultimately its the story that sells to consumers.
Hershey's VP of Marketing Dan Mohnshine reveals the brand's newest products, the story behind Dirty Soda Twizzlers, and how an iconic brand stays relevant.
Lavu CEO Saleem Khatri joins to explain how AI-powered POS systems are changing how major franchises like KFC take orders, cut costs, and serve customers faster
BillionToOne's Jen Hoskovec breaks down the Unity test, the latest in prenatal genetic screening, and what it means for those born with genetic conditions.
Orangetheory Brand President Lauren Cody on the fitness industry's shift from chasing aesthetics to prioritizing longevity and measurable health and wellness.
