The Future of Advertising in a Retail-Driven AI World

The Future of Advertising in a Retail-Driven AI World

Author: Kantar & Saïd Business School, Oxford University July 9, 2025 Duration: 28:32

From the rise of agentic AI and retail media networks to the evolving role of conversational commerce, the retail ecosystem has transformed in the last few years, opening new opportunities for brand marketers. In this special edition of Future Proof, Wayne Levings, Kantar’s Global Chief Client Officer sits down with Keith Mercier, Vice President of the Worldwide Retail and Consumer Goods Industry at Microsoft.

 

Microsoft is helping brands and retailers stay resilient, agile, and future-ready, all with the help of AI. Whether you're a CMO, brand strategist, or just curious about the future of retail, this episode is packed with insights on how to lead through change and build what’s next. Listen to get the down low on whether every retailer is becoming a media company and how AI copilots are transforming shopper engagement. 


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