Sarah Davis joins Retail Refined to share how Fashionphile turned luxury resale from an eBay side hustle into a global brand redefining modern luxury retail.

Faherty CEO Alex Faherty shares how the family-led brand is redefining the modern lifestyle label by blending sustainability, community, and hospitality into its heritage DNA.

Pacsun CEO Brieane Olson joins Retail Refined host Melissa Gonzalez to discuss insights from the Youth Report 2025—revealing how Gen Z and Gen Alpha are transforming retail through self-expression, co-creation, and identity-driven consumption.

AquaSonic CEO Dave Dama shares how consumer brands can grow by disrupting value, mastering Amazon vs. TikTok, and linking wellness to trust on Retail Refined.

Gary Flynn, CEO of M. Dumas & Sons, joins Retail Refined host Melissa Gonzalez to share how heritage retailers can scale successfully by blending legacy, local identity, and modern growth strategies.

Gary Flynn, CEO of M. Dumas & Sons, joins Retail Refined host Melissa Gonzalez to share how heritage retailers can scale successfully by blending legacy, local identity, and modern growth strategies.

Coach's SVP Giovanni Zaccariello shares how bringing hospitality to retail and immersive experiences engages Gen Z and Gen Alpha through culture and self-expression.

Anthropologie’s 'AnthroMagic' fuses customer insights with storytelling to create an immersive experience. CMO Elizabeth Preis reveals how the brand leverages data to guide, and not dictate strategy.

Kristen D'Arcy shares insights on how True Religion creates authentic connections and maintains a cultural legacy in today’s market on Retail Refined.

Urban Outfitters’ President Shea Jensen joins Retail Refined to discuss how the brand is adapting to serve both Gen Z and the emerging Gen Alpha through immersive retail experiences, community-building, and forward-thinking strategies.

Explore how Milani Cosmetics embraces diversity and inclusivity through authentic product development, social media, and strategic partnerships in this Retail Refined episode.

As the retail landscape changes, the convergence of live streaming, social media, and e-commerce is revolutionizing how consumers interact with brands. This shift, propelled by advancements in technology and changing consumer behaviors, has led to innovative business models that are reshaping the industry. At the forefront of this transformation is Robert D'Loren, an entrepreneur with over 35 years of experience in the consumer products and media industries. How is the integration of live streaming and social commerce transforming retail? In this latesting episode of “Retail Refined,” host Melissa Gonzalez, looked into the journey of Robert D'Loren, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Xcel Brands, and co-founder of ORME. Their discussion explored the evolution of D'Loren's career and his visionary approach to reimagining shopping, entertainment, and social media. Some main points of their conversation covered: The genesis and growth of Xcel Brands and its impact on the retail industry. The innovative concept behind ORME and its role in the live streaming and social commerce landscape. Some of the challenges and opportunities presented by the integration of e-commerce and social media. Robert D'Loren is a seasoned entrepreneur and pioneer in the consumer products and media sectors. With a background in finance, he has been instrumental in securitizing musical and film copyrights and has led significant ventures in the apparel and franchise industries. Under his leadership, Xcel Brands has become a leader in live stream and social commerce, driving over $4 billion in sales on QVC alone.