From left: Pinterest's Ben Silbermann speaking with Kara Swisher at Retail's Big Show 2020.
When Kara Swisher speaks, businesses sit up and pay attention. The tech journalist and podcast host has been thinking, writing and talking about the intersection of technology, business and culture for decades. And now she’s taking the stage at NRF Nexus, a gathering of the most innovative minds in retail, July 10-12 at the Terranea Resort in California.
The retail industry’s premier conference for technology, marketing and digital, NRF Nexus brings together retail executives charged with driving innovation around consumer experiences. This year’s event promises to help companies build a collaborative approach to better reach current customers and attract new ones.
Swisher will open the event on July 10 with a lively conversation with Publicis Chief Commerce Officer Jason “Retailgeek” Goldberg. She’ll share her thoughts on how emerging technologies, innovations and current economic headwinds are poised to impact retail’s future. Before then, take a look at some of Swisher’s recent articles and interviews to learn more about her thoughts on AI, the metaverse and the economy.
On AI ...
In March 2023, OpenAI founder Sam Altman appeared on Swisher’s podcast On with Kara Swisher. The two discussed Elon Musk, Altman’s perspective on AI’s potential and the realities of ChatGPT. Read an excerpt of the conversation or listen to the podcast.
Swisher spoke with Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel in May 2023 during an episode of On with Kara Swisher, discussing artificial intelligence and the potential for AI to change the way we live. Read an excerpt of the conversation or listen to the podcast.
On the metaverse ...
In November 2021, Swisher hosted Jaron Lanier, “the godfather of virtual reality,” on her Sway podcast. The conversation covered Lanier’s views on automation and VR, virtual worlds built by companies like Roblox, and social media’s interest in virtual reality. Read more here or listen to the podcast.
On the economy and the future of tech
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers joined On with Kara Swisher in April 2021 to talk about the economy, including inflation, corporate profits and what might be coming down the line for the American consumer. Read an excerpt of his conversation with Swisher or listen to the podcast.
Miss the event? Check out the event recap and read the latest coverage on NRF Nexus 2023 where technology, marketing and digital innovators intersected.
The tables were turned in October 2022 when Swisher appeared on the Harvard Business Review’s IdeaCast podcast. She and host Alison Beard discussed the history and future of the tech industry and Swisher’s own career. Read more here or listen to the podcast.
Swisher’s conversation with Jason “Retailgeek” Goldberg is just the start of two days of thought-provoking conversations at NRF Nexus, July 10-12 in Southern California. Register now so you don’t miss hearing from industry leaders at brands including Best Buy, Domino’s Pizza, Ralph Lauren and Adidas.
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