The CPG Guys
CPG industry icon Sri Rajagopalan (Papa Raj) & consumer loyalty guru Peter V.S. Bond explore today’s consumer, brand management, retail media and the in store model. Today’s environment is transforming fast with technologies like Artificial Intelligence and a social media engaged consumer. Our guests are CMO, CCO, CEO, founders, Martech, Retail merchants, Retail media networks. Join the discussion, be part of the solution. http://cpgguys.com
Episodes
646 episodes
Omni CEO Christine Gambino - Omnichannel, Real ID & the Full-Funnel Future
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Christine Gambino, CEO of Omni, Omnicom's next-generation marketing and sales intelligence platform. It connects strategy, creativity, media, CRM, commerce, data, and AI to help br...
Commerce Riff with Sri & PVSB - July 7, 2026
Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce. This week’s topics:General Mills Q4 ResultsKroger to acquire Giant EagleAsda partners with Amazon on Retail ...
NielsenIQ NA President Liz Buchanan - Live from C360
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Liz Buchanan, President, North America at NielsenIQ, the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and full retail trac...
Tale of Two Cannes (Lions) with Retail Media Breakfast Club's Kiri Masters
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Kiri Masters, Founder & Host of the Retail Media Breakfast Club Podcast.This episode was recorded in Cannes France during the 2026 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity at the Ho...
Commerce Riff with Sri & PVSB - June 30, 2026
Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce. This week’s topics:Prime Days AI InfluencePrime Days ResultsAmazon Agentic AdsOther News from Canne...
Mondelēz International's VP of Brand Oreo Matt Foley Talks BTS Brand Collaboration
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Matt Foley, VP of Brand Oreo at Mondelez International, an American multinational confectionery, food, and beverage company based in Illinois which employs approximately 80,000 individuals around the w...
Dollar General CMO Tony Rogers: CPGGUYS SPECIAL EPISODE 600
The CPG Guys are joined on its 600th episode by Tony Rogers, CMO of Dollar General which serves as America’s neighborhood general store. Founded in 1939, Dollar General lives its mission of Serving Others every day by providing access to afford...
Commerce Riff with Sri & PVSB - June 16, 2026
Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce. This week’s topics:Bayer Leadership ChangesWalmart Drone DeliveryKohl’s Deal daysSchnucks’ is fresh...
Newell Brands CEO Chris Peterson: Organization Transformation Through AI
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Chris Peterson, President, CEO & Board Member of Newell Brands, a major American global consumer and commercial products conglomerate. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the company m...
WK Kellogg Chief Growth Officer Doug VandeVelde On Transforming From Breakfast to Functional Wellness Focus
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Doug VandeVelde, Chief Growth Officer at WK Kellogg Co, manufacturer of an iconic brand portfolio including Kellogg's Frosted Flakes®, Rice Krispies®, Froot Loops®, Kashi®, Special K®...
Commerce Riff with Sri & PVSB - June 8, 2026
Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce. This week’s topics:America 250Macy’s Q1 resultsZellers is back!The Preference EconomyC...
Unilever CCO Matt Gregory: Omnichannel Customer Growth Strategy
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Matt Gregory, EVP & Chief Customer Officer North America at Unilever.Follow Matt on LinkedIn at:
Commerce Riff with Sri & PVSB - June 2, 2026
Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce. This week’s topics:Kroger leadership changesThe magnitude of SNAP benefit changesExpansion of <30 minute ...
CEO of Care Pharmacies' Mike Wysong talks how Independence thrive in Challenging Retail Times
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Mike Wysong, CEO of CARE Pharmacies, Inc., a growing pharmacy network having served communities like your own for more than 64 years. CARE Pharmacies combines the quality of a trusted...
Avoiding the Validation Trap with Conagra Brands' Bob Nolan
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Bob Nolan, SVP of Growth Science at Conagra Brands. Conagra’s portfolio of iconic and emerging food brands continues to evolve to offer contemporary choices for every occasion. <...
Commerce Riff with Sri & PVSB - May 26, 2026
Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce. This week’s topics:Walmart resultsTarget resultsGrocery isn’t keeping upKroger growth opportunities...
Crossover Podcast Episode - Wendy Liebmann & Future Shop
This is a crossover episode with Wendy Liebmann, CEO and Chief Shopper at WSL Strategic and host of the Future Shop podcast.Follow Wendy on LinkedIn at:
Insights Driving Superior Outcomes with Haleon's Sammi Zola & Pete Fox plus Kroger Precision Marketing's Andrew Butz
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Sammi Zola and Pete Fox from Haleon plus Andrew Butz from Kroger Precision Marketing.This episode was recorded at 84.51 in Cincinnati, Ohio.Follow Sammi on LinkedIn at:
Commerce Riff with Sri & PVSB - May 19, 2026
Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce. This week’s topics:Grocery InflationQuarterly EarningsStarbucks LayoffsTarget Board Battles
Partners in Driving Brand Growth with Kroger Precision Marketing's Barbara Connors & Brian Dowey
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Barbara Connors VP of Strategy & Activation and Brian Downey, Senior Director at Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM), the retail media business of Kroger designed to make brand ad...
Amazon Upfront 2026 Recap
The CPG Guys recap their attendance at the 2026 Amazon Upfront event which took place in New York City at the Beacon Theatre on May 11.CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.comFMCG Guys Website:
Commerce Riff with Sri & PVSB - May 12, 2026
Each week, the CPG Guys will riff on the hottest topics in the world of omnichannel commerce. This week’s topics:Giant Eagle partners with ibottaGeneral Mills LeadershipKraft Heinz increases marketing $...
Purpose-Driven Growth with MadTree Brewing's John FitzGerald
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by John FitzGerald, Sr Director of Growth at Mad Tree Brewing Company. Founded in 2013, MadTree is an award-winning brewery that’s rooted in Cincinnati and planted in purpose. Driven to craf...
Total Market Measurement with NielsenIQ's Kim Cox & Richard Pereira
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Kim Cox, Managing Director NA Omnichannel Intelligence Solutions & Richard Pereira, Regional Product Leader, NA at NielsenIQ, the world’s leading consumer intelligence company,...