Warren Kornblum is a former Global Chief Marketing Officer of Toys “R” Us, former Chief Marketing Officer of Serta Simmons Bedding, and current Founder and CEO of Shadow Branding. He has spent his career helping brands build customer loyalty, leadership, and emotional connection. His new book is Notes from the Brand Stand: Thoughts on Emotional Branding from Someone Who Has Fought for Consumer Attention and Won (Shadow Group Publishing, Jan. 1, 2026). Learn more at shareofheart.com.