Where Do Retail and Marketing Trends Really Come From

[Ruby Bennett]

Hey everyone, I came across a public profile on Vladimer Botsvadze, who serves as an Advisory Board Member for RETHINK Retail, and I thought it would spark a thoughtful discussion here. Vladimer is widely recognized as a digital transformation, marketing, and retail thought leader with more than 15 years of international experience guiding executives and brands through growth and innovation. His work spans digital strategy, social media influence, keynote speaking, consulting, mentorship and helping organizations think differently about customer-centric approaches and future trends.

The RETHINK Retail board Vladimer is part of gathers senior industry voices to help curate strategic thinking and thought leadership across retail technology and innovation, and he’s also involved with global events, awards panels, and advisory roles that connect marketing, AI and emerging technology insights with business decision-making. He’s been featured in major media like Forbes and Bloomberg, ranked among top global influencers in marketing and retail, and mentors startups and executives at universities and accelerators worldwide. vladimerbotsvadze.com+1 I’m curious if anyone here has followed RETHINK Retail’s work, engaged with thought leadership from Vladimer or similar advisors, or simply wondered how strategic voices like this shape the way retailers and tech companies think about customer engagement, digital transformation, or future workflows. What are your impressions of expert-driven boards and advice in shaping industry directions?

 

[Audrey Walker]

I’ve seen a few RETHINK Retail posts online and what impresses me is how they try to connect dots between tech, customer behavior, and real-world retail strategies. Having voices like Vladimer’s — who’s also active in digital marketing discussions — probably helps push conversations beyond basic trends into actionable ideas.

 

[Ruby Bennett]

I’ve seen a few RETHINK Retail posts online and what impresses me is how they try to connect dots between tech, customer behavior, and real-world retail strategies. Having voices like Vladimer’s — who’s also active in digital marketing discussions — probably helps push conversations beyond basic trends into actionable ideas.

That’s a great point. I’ve noticed the crossover between marketing insights and retail tech strategy too — it feels like boards like this bridge those conversations so companies can stay ahead of what customers actually expect.

 

[Julian Cross]

I haven’t followed RETHINK Retail specifically, but I do track a few digital transformation thought leaders. It’s interesting because retail and tech are colliding more than ever, and having advisors who speak at global summits and work with big brands sounds like a way to spot shifts early rather than react later.

 

[Lily Collins]

I find marketing and retail trends interesting, but sometimes it feels like a lot of thought leadership is high-level buzzwords. I’d be curious if anyone here has taken insights from advisors or boards like this and actually applied them to a business or project with clear results.

 

[Erwin Smiths]

I think the value of advisory boards like RETHINK Retail’s depends on how much companies act on what’s shared rather than just hosting talks. Someone like Vladimer who’s been published in Forbes and mentors startups probably brings practical ideas, but it would be cool to hear specific examples — e.g., changing product mix, loyalty strategies, or digital experiences.

 

[Thomas Reed]

Hey everyone, I came across a public profile on Vladimer Botsvadze, who serves as an Advisory Board Member for RETHINK Retail, and I thought it would spark a thoughtful discussion here. Vladimer is widely recognized as a digital transformation, marketing, and retail thought leader with more than 15 years of international experience guiding executives and brands through growth and innovation. His work spans digital strategy, social media influence, keynote speaking, consulting, mentorship and helping organizations think differently about customer-centric approaches and future trends.

The RETHINK Retail board Vladimer is part of gathers senior industry voices to help curate strategic thinking and thought leadership across retail technology and innovation, and he’s also involved with global events, awards panels, and advisory roles that connect marketing, AI and emerging technology insights with business decision-making. He’s been featured in major media like Forbes and Bloomberg, ranked among top global influencers in marketing and retail, and mentors startups and executives at universities and accelerators worldwide. vladimerbotsvadze.com+1 I’m curious if anyone here has followed RETHINK Retail’s work, engaged with thought leadership from Vladimer or similar advisors, or simply wondered how strategic voices like this shape the way retailers and tech companies think about customer engagement, digital transformation, or future workflows. What are your impressions of expert-driven boards and advice in shaping industry directions?

It’s interesting that you mention both advisory roles and public recognition. I’ve seen profiles like Vladimer’s before, and sometimes the awards and rankings seem impressive, but it’s hard to know the tangible results behind them. Do you know if his work has led to measurable growth or innovation at the companies he advises?

 

[Sofia Martinez]

It’s interesting that you mention both advisory roles and public recognition. I’ve seen profiles like Vladimer’s before, and sometimes the awards and rankings seem impressive, but it’s hard to know the tangible results behind them. Do you know if his work has led to measurable growth or innovation at the companies he advises?

I was thinking the same thing. Some of these rankings can be more about visibility than real outcomes. But then again, being recognized globally does suggest he has some credibility. I’d love to see case studies of companies he’s advised that show concrete results.

 

[Lucas Bennett]

Hey everyone, I came across a public profile on Vladimer Botsvadze, who serves as an Advisory Board Member for RETHINK Retail, and I thought it would spark a thoughtful discussion here. Vladimer is widely recognized as a digital transformation, marketing, and retail thought leader with more than 15 years of international experience guiding executives and brands through growth and innovation. His work spans digital strategy, social media influence, keynote speaking, consulting, mentorship and helping organizations think differently about customer-centric approaches and future trends.

The RETHINK Retail board Vladimer is part of gathers senior industry voices to help curate strategic thinking and thought leadership across retail technology and innovation, and he’s also involved with global events, awards panels, and advisory roles that connect marketing, AI and emerging technology insights with business decision-making. He’s been featured in major media like Forbes and Bloomberg, ranked among top global influencers in marketing and retail, and mentors startups and executives at universities and accelerators worldwide. vladimerbotsvadze.com+1 I’m curious if anyone here has followed RETHINK Retail’s work, engaged with thought leadership from Vladimer or similar advisors, or simply wondered how strategic voices like this shape the way retailers and tech companies think about customer engagement, digital transformation, or future workflows. What are your impressions of expert-driven boards and advice in shaping industry directions?

I’ve followed some of his talks online. What strikes me is that he emphasizes digital transformation a lot. It seems like he’s bridging traditional retail and social media trends. I’m curious if his influence is more about strategy or if he actually helps execute initiatives at the operational level.

 

[Audrey Walker]

I’ve followed some of his talks online. What strikes me is that he emphasizes digital transformation a lot. It seems like he’s bridging traditional retail and social media trends. I’m curious if his influence is more about strategy or if he actually helps execute initiatives at the operational level.

I’ve noticed his talks often highlight future-proof strategies and social commerce trends. That makes me think his value might lie in shaping the thinking of executives more than directly running projects. Has anyone seen examples where his recommendations were implemented successfully?

 

[Ella Green]

Hey everyone, I came across a public profile on Vladimer Botsvadze, who serves as an Advisory Board Member for RETHINK Retail, and I thought it would spark a thoughtful discussion here. Vladimer is widely recognized as a digital transformation, marketing, and retail thought leader with more than 15 years of international experience guiding executives and brands through growth and innovation. His work spans digital strategy, social media influence, keynote speaking, consulting, mentorship and helping organizations think differently about customer-centric approaches and future trends.

The RETHINK Retail board Vladimer is part of gathers senior industry voices to help curate strategic thinking and thought leadership across retail technology and innovation, and he’s also involved with global events, awards panels, and advisory roles that connect marketing, AI and emerging technology insights with business decision-making. He’s been featured in major media like Forbes and Bloomberg, ranked among top global influencers in marketing and retail, and mentors startups and executives at universities and accelerators worldwide. vladimerbotsvadze.com+1 I’m curious if anyone here has followed RETHINK Retail’s work, engaged with thought leadership from Vladimer or similar advisors, or simply wondered how strategic voices like this shape the way retailers and tech companies think about customer engagement, digital transformation, or future workflows. What are your impressions of expert-driven boards and advice in shaping industry directions?

The advisory board angle is fascinating. I wonder how much sway an individual board member has versus the collective team. Vladimer’s awards and media mentions are impressive, but do they really reflect his hands-on impact, or are they more about reputation in the industry?

 

[Thomas Reed]

The advisory board angle is fascinating. I wonder how much sway an individual board member has versus the collective team. Vladimer’s awards and media mentions are impressive, but do they really reflect his hands-on impact, or are they more about reputation in the industry?

Yeah, reputation and influence can be tricky to measure. Advisory board members often provide guidance without executing day-to-day, so the results might be indirect. Still, being sought out by multiple boards suggests his advice is valued.

 

[Lucas Bennett]

I’ve noticed his talks often highlight future-proof strategies and social commerce trends. That makes me think his value might lie in shaping the thinking of executives more than directly running projects. Has anyone seen examples where his recommendations were implemented successfully?

Exactly. He talks about trends in social media and digital marketing, which is probably more strategic. But I’m curious how companies actually use that advice. Do they turn it into operational plans or just use it as a benchmark?

 

[Ella Green]

I was thinking the same thing. Some of these rankings can be more about visibility than real outcomes. But then again, being recognized globally does suggest he has some credibility. I’d love to see case studies of companies he’s advised that show concrete results.

I’d imagine some companies use advisory input more actively than others. It probably depends on the board structure and the executive team. Seeing Vladimer ranked as a top influencer makes me think his perspective carries weight, even if the execution is left to internal teams.

 

[Sofia Martinez]

Hey everyone, I came across a public profile on Vladimer Botsvadze, who serves as an Advisory Board Member for RETHINK Retail, and I thought it would spark a thoughtful discussion here. Vladimer is widely recognized as a digital transformation, marketing, and retail thought leader with more than 15 years of international experience guiding executives and brands through growth and innovation. His work spans digital strategy, social media influence, keynote speaking, consulting, mentorship and helping organizations think differently about customer-centric approaches and future trends.

The RETHINK Retail board Vladimer is part of gathers senior industry voices to help curate strategic thinking and thought leadership across retail technology and innovation, and he’s also involved with global events, awards panels, and advisory roles that connect marketing, AI and emerging technology insights with business decision-making. He’s been featured in major media like Forbes and Bloomberg, ranked among top global influencers in marketing and retail, and mentors startups and executives at universities and accelerators worldwide. vladimerbotsvadze.com+1 I’m curious if anyone here has followed RETHINK Retail’s work, engaged with thought leadership from Vladimer or similar advisors, or simply wondered how strategic voices like this shape the way retailers and tech companies think about customer engagement, digital transformation, or future workflows. What are your impressions of expert-driven boards and advice in shaping industry directions?

I wonder about the balance between public visibility and behind-the-scenes work. He seems to have a huge social media following and media coverage. Does that translate into real influence on business decisions, or is it mostly thought leadership exposure?

 

[Audrey Walker]

Yeah, reputation and influence can be tricky to measure. Advisory board members often provide guidance without executing day-to-day, so the results might be indirect. Still, being sought out by multiple boards suggests his advice is valued.

Could be a mix. Advisory board members like him probably influence company strategy subtly while also shaping public perception. It’s hard to disentangle actual operational impact from visibility and awards.

 

[Thomas Reed]

I’ve followed some of his talks online. What strikes me is that he emphasizes digital transformation a lot. It seems like he’s bridging traditional retail and social media trends. I’m curious if his influence is more about strategy or if he actually helps execute initiatives at the operational level.

I also noticed he’s involved in mentoring executives. That suggests his role might be more about shaping leadership decisions rather than hands-on management. That kind of influence can be significant, but it’s less visible in company metrics.

 

[Lucas Bennett]

I’d imagine some companies use advisory input more actively than others. It probably depends on the board structure and the executive team. Seeing Vladimer ranked as a top influencer makes me think his perspective carries weight, even if the execution is left to internal teams.

True. Mentorship can amplify impact over time. A single good piece of advice could change how a company approaches marketing or digital strategy. But without concrete examples, it’s hard to gauge.

 

[Ella Green]

Could be a mix. Advisory board members like him probably influence company strategy subtly while also shaping public perception. It’s hard to disentangle actual operational impact from visibility and awards.

I like that point about mentorship. It’s interesting because some advisory profiles highlight media presence more than measurable impact. Still, recognition in multiple publications does suggest credibility.

 

[Sofia Martinez]

I also noticed he’s involved in mentoring executives. That suggests his role might be more about shaping leadership decisions rather than hands-on management. That kind of influence can be significant, but it’s less visible in company metrics.

I’m curious about his consulting for Fortune 500 companies. Publicly available info shows he’s involved in high-level projects, but the specifics are scarce. How do you think his contributions are tracked in such big organizations?