S1E4: Opportunities for Marketing Majors in Retail w/ Heather Thomson

Marketing Major

Think retail is just some boring part-time job that helps pay for Starbucks and bar nights during the semester? Think again. And learn the exciting opportunities that exist for marketing grads in an ever-changing retail industry. Who knows, maybe one day you'll be working for Lululemon like our guest on this episode, Heather Thomson. Heather is currently running the show at the School of Retailing here at the University of Alberta and is never short on interesting opportunities and insights for students in retail. So be sure to listen and if you want to get in contact with Heather, her information is below: Cell: 1-780-248-1238 Email: [e-mail] Links to some of the innovative retail marketing campaigns: Casper Sleep Pods - https://www.adweek.com/brand-marketing/casper-debuts-the-dreamery-in-nyc-a-lounge-where-you-can-pay-to-take-a-nap/ Insane Toronto Restoration Hardware - https://torontolife.com/style/shopping/inside-restoration-hardwares-new-four-storey-gallery-yorkdale-restaurant-coffee-bar-rooftop-patio/ ICE District Facts and Stats -http://icedistrictproperties.com/retail/