The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Brittain Ladd, an independent supply chain consultant working with the world's largest brands and retailers. He is very popular for his M&A predictions and ability to accurately stay connected with modern trends.Follow Brittain Ladd on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittainladd/Brittain answers these questions:1. Your career began in the United States Marine Corps where you served as a Tank Commander before reenlisting into the Infantry and ending as a Scout/Sniper with STA 2/8. You then earned a BA degree and eventually three Masters degrees. You have worked for Deloitte, Capgemini, Amazon, Dell, Michaels, and Kroger. You say leadership is what determines the ability of a company to succeed. Walk us through your beliefs about leadership. 2. Amazon and Walmart, who has the advantage and why?3. What about Target? What should they be focused on? 4. Can’t complete this episode without talking drones. Has anyone figured this out or is it a mere fantasy?5. Your posts on starbucks caught my eye. What is going on with the decline, and do they have a shot? No pun intended.6. What are the latest advancements in retail technology? You have mentioned 345 Global in several of your posts; what makes them so unique? 7. What are instacart's long term prospects? Why are only 2% of all groceries purchased delivered to a home? What should a retailer do to make online grocery profitable?CPG Guys Website: http://CPGguys.comFMCG Guys Website: http://FMCGguys.comCPG Scoop Website: http://CPGscoop.comRetailWit Website: http://retailwit.comRhea Raj’s Website: http://rhearaj.comKavita's podcast: Spotify   AppleDISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast episode is provided for general informational purposes only. By listening to our episode, you understand that no information contained in this episode should be construed as advice from CPGGUYS, LLC or the individual author, hosts, or guests, nor is it intended to be a substitute for research on any subject matter. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by CPGGUYS, LLC. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. CPGGUYS LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability or responsibility for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential or other damages arising out of any individual’s use of, reference to, or inability to use this podcast or the information we presented in this podcast.