The Nordy Pod

By: Pete Nordstrom
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  • Hi, I’m Pete Nordstrom, and I'm the host of The Nordy Pod, a new podcast coming to you from the 6th floor of Nordstrom corporate headquarters in Seattle, Washington. In addition to hosting this podcast, I also happen to be the president of Nordstrom. And along with my brother Erik, CEO, and my cousin Jamie, President of Stores, we're the fourth-generation stewards of this business started by my great grandfather in 1901. My Nordstrom journey began when I was 12 years old with my first job working in the stockroom. And along the way, I’ve met so many incredible people, from iconic artists and CEOs to cultural and community leaders and fashion entrepreneurs—as well as many of our thousands of employees and millions of customers. One thing I've found helpful in running a company and hosting a podcast is the importance of having a strong sense of curiosity. Over the years, I’ve found myself in some very interesting conversations with people I greatly admire. These cumulative experiences have really enriched my life, and with The Nordy Pod, I'm excited to have the opportunity to share both professional and personal experiences with you. So join me on a journey as I take you deep into a business that also happens to be a public company. You'll go behind the scenes with me and hear firsthand exactly what I do in my day job, warts and all, in the hopes of making a human connection with every episode.
    2022
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Episodes
  • Ep 71. Paris Fashion Week

    Ep 71. Paris Fashion Week
    Oct 7 2024
    If you’re not particularly familiar with how the fashion cycle happens throughout the year, there are really two major seasons. One in the fall and one in the spring. And during this time all of the prominent fashion designers and fashion brands dump quite a bit of money into some pretty extravagant runway shows to present highly exclusive audiences with their latest merchandise. And though there are actually a lot of different week-long fashion events held around the world, what we're focused on are the ‘Big Four’: New York, London, Milan, and Paris. And those all happen back-to-back and in that order. So for our teams that travel to each of these cities, going from show to show and soaking up tons of new information, it’s a lot of busy days and a really long time that they’re away from home. But it’s obvious that they really love the experience and they recognize that it’s a super important time, and a crucial part of how we stay current and relevant, and ultimately how we best serve our customers by offering them the best brands in the world. It’s also a really great opportunity for us to meet up with some of our brand partners in these different cities to talk about our business together and our strategies going forward. Thanks for tuning in to episode 71. We hope you enjoy it! Did you know that YOU can be on The Nordy Pod? This show isn't just a one-way conversation. We want to hear about what Nordstrom looks like through your eyes. Share your Nordstrom experience, good or bad, by giving us a call and leaving a voicemail at: 206.594.0526, or send an email to nordypodcast@nordstrom.com to be a part of the conversation! And, be sure to follow us on Instagram @thenordypod to stay up to date on new episodes, announcements and more.
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    49 mins
  • Ep 70. Nordstrom Product Group

    Ep 70. Nordstrom Product Group
    Sep 23 2024
    In this episode we're talking all about something that you've likely heard us reference on The Nordy Pod, but we've yet to really dig too deep into, and that's the Nordstrom Product Group (NPG). This is a collection of private brands owned by Nordstrom aimed at building a more well-rounded offering for our customers. To help us better understand what that's all about we'll hear from a couple of really talented people that run that whole operation: Nina Barjesteh, President of NPG, and Sarah Waite, Senior Vice President of Business Strategy & Merchandising for NPG. We’ll discuss NPG's reasons for being and how it helps to benefit the company as a whole, as well as some of the challenges of selling a collection of private brands shoulder-to-shoulder with some of the best brands in the world. Thanks for tuning in to episode 70. We hope you enjoy it! Did you know that YOU can be on The Nordy Pod? This show isn't just a one-way conversation. We want to hear about what Nordstrom looks like through your eyes. Share your Nordstrom experience, good or bad, by giving us a call and leaving a voicemail at: 206.594.0526, or send an email to nordypodcast@nordstrom.com to be a part of the conversation! And be sure to follow us on Instagram @thenordypod to stay up to date on new episodes, announcements and more.
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    39 mins
  • Ep 69. Veronica Swanson Beard & Veronica Miele Beard, CoFounders of Veronica Beard

    Ep 69. Veronica Swanson Beard & Veronica Miele Beard, CoFounders of Veronica Beard
    Sep 9 2024
    This one-of-a-kind sister-in-law duo exploded onto the fashion scene in 2010, quickly attracting industry and celebrity attention with a simple but revolutionary product, the Dickey jacket. Their interchangeable assortment of vests and jackets allow on-the-go women ultimate customization with great style and an amazing fit. Though the Dickey jacket is their signature piece, their brand has expanded well beyond this one category into accessories, handbags, shoes, dresses and more purely out of the sisters' organic desire to create the kinds of things they want to wear. Now in more than 90 doors in the US and internationally, as well as a booming online business, the brand has carved out a sweet spot in the contemporary market. Boasting a lifestyle approach that's "not just for the pretty girl or the uber wealthy," Veronica Beard is a perfect option for professional women who love looking great in the office, at home or poolside on vacation. Very much run as a family business, the Veronicas sit side by side hashing out every detail of their brand, with mutual trust and respect for each other and a laser focus on the customer which makes them a great fit for us here at Nordstrom. We're happy to do business with them and we're excited to share their story with you here on The Nordy Pod. Thanks for tuning in to episode 69. We hope you enjoy it! Did you know that YOU can be on The Nordy Pod? This show isn't just a one-way conversation. We want to hear about what Nordstrom looks like through your eyes. Share your Nordstrom experience, good or bad, by giving us a call and leaving a voicemail at: 206.594.0526, or send an email to nordypodcast@nordstrom.com to be a part of the conversation! And be sure to follow us on Instagram @thenordypod to stay up to date on new episodes, announcements and more.
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    41 mins
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