#138 - The evolution of the DIY shopping experience - Giulia Staffieri, Leroy Merlin

In this episode, we chat with Giulia Staffieri the Chief Marketing, Sales, and Omnichannel Officer, at Leroy Merlin. We learn about the DIY business model in Italy and their unique DIY store experience, which is more like a boutique and offers fully integrated services. Giulia also talks about the challenges of managing different services and the transition from traditional DIY to serviced DIY. She discusses the competition with online channels and the rise of new pure online channels. We dive into loyalty mechanisms, expanding the business, and the role of marketing channels and DIY influencers.