Retail Relates

Welcome to Retail Relates — where commerce gets personal.

Each episode brings you inside the world of global commerce — across retail, consumer services, hospitality, and brand marketing — through powerful human stories and the ever-evolving forces shaping what we buy, why we buy, and how we connect.

From entrepreneurs and icons to industry veterans and rising changemakers, we spotlight those redefining how people lead, create, and connect in a fast-moving world.

Hosted by our roundtable of industry experts, we offer a 360° view of the marketplace through honest conversations, lived experience, and practical insights that resonate.

Let’s get started — this is where the story of modern commerce comes to life.

Co-host

Guy Courtin

Supply Chain | Technology | Automation

Guy is a recognized thought leader on the future of supply chain, automation, and technology trends. As VP of Industry and Global Alliances at Tecsys, he leads omnichannel supply chain strategy and oversees global partnerships. With over 25 years of experience, Guy has held senior roles at 6 River Systems (Shopify), Infor, Progress Software, and i2 Technologies, as well as serving as an industry analyst for SCM World, Constellation Research, and Forrester Research. A RETHINK Retail Top Expert, he is a frequent speaker, writer, and panelist featured in leading industry publications, offering insights on the evolving supply chain ecosystem, emerging technologies, and the integration of physical and digital customer experiences. Guy holds an MBA from Babson College, an MA from Loyola University Chicago, and a BA from The College of the Holy Cross.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/guycourtin/