Retail Investing Trends & The Future of Consumer Brands | VC Insights with Claire Cherry
Retail Investing Trends & The Future of Consumer Brands | VC Insights with Claire Cherry  
Podcast: Omni Talk Retail
Published On: Tue Feb 11 2025
Description: In this episode, we dive into the latest trends in retail investing with Claire Cherry, Partner at Era VC. Claire shares her journey from science to venture capital and provides a deep dive into how consumer brands can thrive in today's competitive landscape. 🔹 [1:09] Claire Cherry’s background and journey into venture capital 🔹 [2:28] What Era VC looks for in early-stage consumer brands 🔹 [4:09] Key investment areas: longevity, functional food, and wellness 🔹 [6:07] The rise of food as medicine and its impact on retail 🔹 [9:48] Challenges in customer acquisition and sustainable brand growth 🔹 [12:03] How retail buyers evaluate new brands and product performance 🔹 [14:49] The future of store investments: driving revenue vs. reducing costs 🔹 [16:30] AI-driven personalization and the next wave of loyalty programs 🔹 [18:15] Retail theft prevention: how AI is replacing traditional security methods 🔹 [21:27] RFID and next-gen inventory management solutions 🔹 [26:44] How VCs evaluate pitch decks and decide on investments 🔹 [31:40] Claire’s advice for founders & how to connect with her Tune in for an engaging discussion on the evolving retail landscape, and subscribe to Omni Talk Retail for more expert insights! Music by hooksounds.com #retailtechnology #venturecapital #omnichannel #retailtrends #aiinretail #retailinnovation #futureofretail #functionalfood #healthandwellness