Finding Purpose in What Keeps Us Up at Night

What It Really Takes to Grow a Retail Brand Today | Chris Parsons | Up at Night Ep. 1

Welcome to the first episode of Up at Night—we're excited to be back.

In this episode, Jeremiah Curvers sits down with Chris Parsons, retail strategist, author of Retail Rewired, and former retail executive at Walmart, Newegg, and Home Hardware.

Together, they explore what it really takes to grow a retail brand in today's fast-changing retail landscape.

From customer experience and omnichannel retail to AI, leadership, and scaling a business, this conversation is packed with practical insights for founders, retailers, marketers, and business leaders.

In this episode, we discuss:
• How to grow a retail brand in today's economy
• Why revenue growth doesn't always mean business growth
• The biggest mistakes retailers make
• Customer experience as a competitive advantage
• AI and the future of retail
• Scaling a retail business sustainably
• Leadership lessons from 25+ years in retail
• Hyper-local marketing and modern retail strategy

Whether you're leading a retail brand, building an eCommerce business, or simply interested in the future of commerce, this episode is for you.

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About Chris Parsons

Chris Parsons is a retail strategist with more than 25 years of experience leading digital commerce, marketing, and retail transformation. He has held leadership roles at Walmart Canada, Newegg, and Home Hardware and is the author of Retail Rewired.

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Beauty, Business and Reinventing Yourself

From surviving to thriving— this story is one of true resilience and reinvention.

In this episode of Up At Night, host Jeremiah Curvers sits down with entrepreneur, beauty advocate, and podcast host Mia Girard—an inspiring woman who’s built her life and businesses on her own terms.

This episode is for anyone navigating reinvention, seeking authenticity, or wondering if it’s too late to start over. Mia proves it never is—with courage, clarity, and a touch of boldness.

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About Up At Night 🎙️🌃
Up At Night is an inspiring and brutally honest conversation about the cost of success. This weekly podcast, hosted by Polysleep founder and CEO Jeremiah Curvers, is tailored for anyone interested in personal development, professional growth, and the pursuit of a balanced life. Listeners can expect practical advice and motivating discussions to help them thrive both personally and professionally.

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How Skateboards for Hope Became a Global Youth Movement

Can one skateboard change a life? Try thousands. 🛹

In this episode of Up At Night, host Jeremiah Curvers sits down with community powerhouse Betty Esperanza—TEDx speaker, artist, humanitarian, and founder of Skateboards for Hope.

Betty shares the serendipitous story of how giving away a single skateboard during a family trip to Cuba led to an international movement that’s empowered youth across the globe—from Havana to Uganda and right here in Montreal.

This episode is for anyone who's ever asked “Can I really make a difference?” The answer, as Betty proves, is yes—with a little courage, a lot of heart, and a skateboard or two.

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About Up At Night 🎙️🌃
Up At Night is an inspiring and brutally honest conversation about the cost of success. This weekly podcast, hosted by Polysleep founder and CEO Jeremiah Curvers, is tailored for anyone interested in personal development, professional growth, and the pursuit of a balanced life. Listeners can expect practical advice and motivating discussions to help them thrive both personally and professionally.

Visit our website: https://up-at-night.com/

Connect with us on social media 💬
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upatnight.pod
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✉️ For info or bookings: info@up-at-night.com