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20+ Years in Retail Technology Leadership
Alex Rezvan is a Retail Technologist and Media Executive with over two decades of leadership at Microsoft and Verizon. He has directed strategic portfolios valued at over $1.5 Billion, navigated complex P&Ls, and led digital transformation initiatives across the UK, US, and APAC regions.
At Microsoft, Alex served as Worldwide Industry Director, reducing labor costs by 15% and increasing sales by 25% for top-tier global accounts. He architected "Store of the Future" initiatives for brands like Tesco, Walgreens Boots Alliance, and Carrefour, deploying edge computing and IoT to modernize the physical shelf.
At Verizon, he led the Digital Transformation practice for EMEA & APAC, restructuring how telecom giants engage with physical retail and managing complex, cross-border consultancy teams.
As Founder and Host of The Retail Podcast (20,000+ subscribers), Alex curates market intelligence from the world's leading minds — from Intel's Global AI Strategists to Glovo's Quick Commerce pioneers. His tenure as Chairman of the Esports Fashion Group further cemented his expertise in next-gen commerce.
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