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Conversational Commerce & CX: Turning Real-Time Engagement Into Revenue

In a digital world shaped by convenience and connection, the customer journey has evolved into a two-way conversation. In this CommerceNext webinar, leaders from Boot Barn, Billabong/Quiksilver, Sideshow and iAdvize explored how conversational commerce is transforming product discovery, driving conversions and helping brands build long-term customer relationships through smarter engagement. Moderated by Allan Dick, Co-Founder of CommerceNext, the discussion covered everything from the power of real-time AI to the evolution of chat tools, customer expectations and building customer connection at scale. What We Learned: Rethink the role of chat—don’t limit AI to a chatbot. Use conversational tools to simplify complex product decisions. Layer

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The AI Playbook for Ecommerce: What’s New

In our recent CommerceNext webinar, retail leaders from Catalyst Brands, SKIMS and Archipelago Companies came together to explore how AI is evolving from a reactive solution into a proactive driver of ecommerce growth. The conversation unpacked the acceleration of AI adoption, the emergence of use cases across digital teams and how brands are moving from experimentation to measurable impact. What We Learned: AI adoption is accelerating—and customer expectations are higher. AI is shaping customer experience through search, imagery and LLM-driven discovery. Personalization is advancing and moving beyond buyer personas. Search and discovery are evolving into intelligent conversational experiences. Speakers: Mike Dupuis, Chief Digital

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The CommerceNext Steps Part 2: Actionable Takeaways from the 2024 Growth Show

At the 2024 CommerceNext Growth Show, we asked our industry-leading speakers to leave the audience with three key CommerceNext Steps to take back to the office. These actionable takeaways are designed to help you implement the strategies and insights shared during the conference sessions. Read on to explore the CommerceNext Steps shared during the breakout sessions in NYC on June 11-13, 2024, or click here to discover the Next Steps from the main-stage sessions. Day 1: June 11, 2024 Session 7: Results Your CFO Can Believe In: How Tapestry Is Winning With AI CommerceNext Steps: AI-Powered Customer Engagement: Leveraging AI technologies can transform product discovery

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Key Learnings from the Z Suite: Insights into Gen Z Shopping Habits, Brand Loyalty and Spending Behaviors

The 2024 CommerceNext Growth Show’s Z Suite sessions offered a captivating glimpse into the values, behaviors and expectations of Generation Z. Across two panels, these young consumers provided invaluable insights into how they shop, what they look for in brands and how they spend their money.  WHAT WE LEARNED: Authenticity and Transparency are Non-Negotiable Selective Loyalty: Quality Over Quantity The Double-Edged Sword of TikTok Spending Driven by Emotion and Escapism Balancing Aspirational Spending with Ethical Choices   Authenticity and Transparency are Non-Negotiable Gen Z expects brands to be real. Authenticity isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a core value. This generation wants to feel

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Top 5 Learnings from the 2024 CommerceNext Growth Show

The 2024 CommerceNext Growth Show on June 11-13 at the New York Hilton Midtown brought together over 2000 attendees from top retail brands and innovative technology companies, 150+ industry-leading speakers and featured 75+ sessions. This premier event for ecommerce, marketing and tech professionals showcased the latest trends, strategies and insights shaping the future of retail. Read on to dive into the top 5 takeaways from this year’s event, providing actionable insights to propel your business forward in the ever-changing retail landscape. Fashion Forward: Walmart’s Strategy To Attract the Next Generation of Shoppers https://youtu.be/XJ5vXjV3RXQ?si=q0GlYgnTeSz12ASO Takeaway: For Fashion Retailers, The Online Experience Must Seamlessly Guide

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The CommerceNext Steps: Actionable Takeaways from the 2024 Growth Show

At the 2024 CommerceNext Growth Show, we asked our industry-leading speakers to leave the audience with three key CommerceNext Steps to take back to the office. These actionable takeaways are designed to help you implement the strategies and insights shared during the conference sessions. Read on to explore the CommerceNext Steps shared during the main-stage sessions in NYC on June 11-13, 2024.   Day 1: June 11, 2024 Session 1 / Keynote: Fanatics: Creating 10x Growth and a Global Brand Through Culture, Agility and Innovation CommerceNext Steps: Merchandising: Merchandise is the fuel to the engine (assortment, private label, exclusivity, right product, right time).

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How Generative AI Elevates Customer Retention and Loyalty at Kate Spade

How Generative AI Elevates Customer Retention and Loyalty at Kate Spade

At the 2023 Ecommerce Growth Show, Amanda Bopp, VP North America Marketing at Kate Spade, engaged in a captivating discussion with Michelle Nemschoff, SVP Marketing at Persado, shedding light on how Kate Spade leverages generative AI to amplify customer retention and foster loyalty. In this blog post, we will explore three key takeaways from the session, giving you a glimpse into how Kate Spade uses AI to deliver personalized customer experiences, tap into the emotional sentiment of products and find the optimal place for AI within their digital ecosystem. Read on to learn more or watch the full session recording here. Leverage AI

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Important Notice: Avoid Unauthorized Housing Providers

Connections Housing is the exclusive housing partner for CommerceNext and the only trusted source for booking accommodations for our event. Be cautious of third-party companies posing as official housing providers. These entities may attempt to mislead you into booking through them, often resulting in non-refundable deposits or invalid reservations that we cannot assist with.

To ensure a secure and seamless booking experience, always reserve your accommodations directly with Connections Housing. If you are approached by anyone claiming to offer housing for CommerceNext outside of Connections Housing, please report this immediately to commercenext@connectionshousing.com.

For assistance or questions, you can contact the Connections Housing team at commercenext@connectionshousing.com or by phone at 725.201.7302.