Ep.75 - Melissa Drennan, CEO of ReleaseIt

Welcome back to the RetailOasis 'Retail Wrap-Up Podcast' - the podcast for retailers.<br/><br/>Joining us today is a true retail innovator, Melissa Drennan, the incoming CEO of ReleaseIt. From her early days at Debenhams to her impactful roles at David Jones, THE ICONIC, Catch of the Day, and now at the helm of ReleaseIt, Mel's journey through the retail landscape has been nothing short of inspiring.<br/><br/>In this episode, we dive into how Mel's experiences across different sectors have shaped her unique perspective on the ever-evolving retail industry. From business transformation in large retail businesses to sustainability-driven missions, Mel has seen it all and today we’re lucky enough to hear her insights. We'll also be exploring the exciting world of Green Friday, a movement that's reshaping the way we approach sales events with a focus on sustainability and conscious shopping.<br/><br/>Plus, Mel has a BIG announcement for us, and we’ll get a sneak peek into how this big announcement aligns with ReleaseIt's mission and what it means for the future of re-commerce. <br/><br/>Key Takeaways:<br/>1. How diverse retail experiences shape a unique perspective on industry changes.<br/>2. The transformative power of the sustainability-focused Green Friday movement.<br/>3. Strategies for building meaningful partnerships that align with sustainability goals.<br/>4. The future of re-commerce and circular economy through ReleaseIt's vision.<br/><br/>A HUGE thank you to Melissa for joining us, we hope you enjoy this conversation!<br/><br/>For more information on ReleaseIt, Green Friday, Kindershare or our guest today, please see the episode links below.<br/><br/>Don't forget to subscribe to The Retail Wrap-Up podcast to receive insightful fortnightly episodes that delve into the stories, strategies, and visions shaping the retail industry. Click here to subscribe.<br/><br/>- SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODE -<br/>ReleaseIt<br/>Green Friday<br/>Kindershare<br/>Melissa Drennan on LinkedIn<br/>ReleaseIt on LinkedIn<br/>ReleaseIt on Instagram<br/><br/>To learn more about your podcast hosts, please see the links below: <br/>Maddy Kulmar <br/>Emma Easton