In a world where consumers can breeze through the online checkout process in a matter of minutes, does it still pay to invest in the perfect sales specialist to work in your brick and mortar establishment? Talent expert Jerry Talamantes believes it absolutely does. In the first article of his three-part series about the in store Customer Experience, Jerry explains why sales specialists are still necessary for brands to win customer loyalty and complete the art of the sale.

As the Online Retailer Conference & Expo in Sydney approaches, we'd like to recognize Event Director Alice Kuepper, a Remodista Women2Watch honoree. In her interview, Alice discusses her evolution as a leader and how she disrupted the status quo at her company.

Meet Natasha Nurse, fashionista, entrepreneur, and an all-around inspiration. Featured in this month's Women2Watch, Natasha started Dressing Room 8 to provide a web-based resource for women to gain professional empowerment. A licensed attorney by trade, Natasha held various stints in the corporate world prior to making a foray into fashion and writing.