110: Interface Applies B2C Strategy to Its B2B Business, Featuring James Pope, Global Head of Digital Marketing and Analytics

Discover the journey of Interface as they revolutionize the home furnishings industry by integrating AI and data-driven strategies. In this episode, James Pope, global head of digital marketing and analytics at Interface, shares how the company leverages Salesforce products like MuleSoft, Marketing Cloud, and Sales Cloud to both B2C and B2B customer experiences.

Learn the pivotal role of data governance and AI in their strategic initiatives, and how Interface's approach to blending traditional and digital methods boosts commercial productivity while fostering trust and compliance with global data privacy standards. Join us to explore the future of home furnishings in the digital age.

Show Highlights:

Interface's innovative use of the B2C brand, Flor, to optimize B2B operations and enhance customer experiences Integration of Salesforce products for seamless, personalized customer journeys in B2B and B2C contexts Emphasis on data governance, AI integration, and global data privacy compliance as critical components of Interface's strategy Use of Salesforce Commerce Cloud as a central hub for dynamic order management and AI-driven recommendations The role of AI agents in improving customer service and commercial productivity at Interface

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James Pope on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamespope/

Interface: https://www.interface.com/US/en-US.html

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