EP. 28: All Things Circular Podcast - Embracing Circular Retail with ASD Market Week (Emerald)

In this episode of All Things Circular, Victoria and Damian are joined by Stephanie Beringhele from ASD Marketplace to discuss the evolving landscape of retail, liquidation, and resale. Stephanie shares insights on the massive scope of ASD Market Week — a bustling, twice-yearly B2B marketplace in Las Vegas that showcases over a million products across multiple categories.We explore how liquidations, closeouts, and secondary markets are shaping retail strategies, especially amid current economic challenges and tariffs. Stephanie emphasizes the importance of connecting brands with the right channels to find value for surplus inventory — turning potential waste into opportunity.Key topics include: - The massive scale and diversity of ASD Marketplace- The role of liquidation and resale in sustainable retail- How brands can leverage surplus inventory to reach new customers- Emerging consumer trends focusing on value, necessity, and circularityStrategies for small retailers to innovate and thrive in a changing market- The impact of tariffs and supply chain disruptions on retail- Exciting plans for ASD Market Week 2026Whether you're a retailer, manufacturer, brand owner, liquidator, vendor, or entrepreneur, this episode provides valuable perspectives on adapting to market changes, embracing circularity, and uncovering new opportunities in a dynamic retail environment.Visit our website to learn more: ⁠allthingscircular.com ⁠Connect with Damian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damianpolak/Connect with Vic: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-d-arcy-aa84b51/Connect with Steph:: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-beringhele-5403a863/SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW ALONG! Our podcast focuses mostly on:Circular Economy, Sustainable Living, Sustainability, Eco-Friendly, Recycling, Zero Waste, Environmentalism, Green Economy, Climate Change, Business Sustainability, Waste Management, Renewable Resources, Eco-Innovation, Supply chain, business, circularity, Environmental Impact, Life Cycle Assessment, Upcycling, Downcycling, Closed Loop System, Sustainable Practices, Resource Recovery, Circular Strategies, Podcast, Alternative Materials, Blog, RLA, Reverse Logistics, Liquidations, Closeouts , Ecommerce, Product Sourcing, and more!