MUST READ FOR Cmos, Brand managers and retail media operators
Across the Industry
This book is one of the clearest and most honest takes on retail media I’ve come across. The writing breaks down complex ideas in a way that works whether you’ve been in the industry for years or you’re just getting up to speed. That alone makes it worth reading.
Retail media presents a formidable opportunity and challenge for sales/marketing executives. Mat Drela’s comprehensive work on the subject serves as an essential cornerstone for mastering this rapidly evolving landscape.
Retail media is no longer an afterthought. As Drela demonstrates, it has become
foundational to an ROI optimized media strategy.
Mat Drela is the Founder & CEO of RMIQ, an AI-driven retail media performance advertising for lean teams. He’s a proven AdTech industry veteran behind a nine-figure success and a 2025 P2PI Top 40 Global Commerce Leader Under 40.
This book unpacks the structural forces, economic misalignments, and operational constraints that keep most brands stuck at “good enough”, and how to break through them.