Doug Stephens

Doug Stephens is a retail industry expert who has spent their career observing and analyzing the latest trends in the sector. Doug is currently a contributing editor and columnist for Business of Fashion, one of the leading publications in the industry. Prior to this, they were with Interlace Ventures, where they helped startups in the retail space grow and scale. Doug also previously worked as an executive producer and presenter for The World In Store, a television show that travelled the globe to explore different retail destinations. In addition, they have appeared as a regular contributor on App Central TV, a show that aired weekly across Canada on major networks such as BNN, CP24, and CTV. Stephens is also the founder and president of Retail Prophet, a consultancy that helps retailers navigate the ever-changing landscape.

Doug Stephens attended Carleton University for their undergraduate degree and then went on to Ivey Business School at Western University for their graduate degree in marketing management.

Doug Stephens reports to Vikram Alexei Kansara, Editorial Director. They are on a team with Diana Pearl - Associate Editor, Kevin Trageser - Contributing Photographer, and Scarlett Fillingham Burrows - Senior Editorial Operations Manager.