SheerID exec: traditional sales funnel is broken for Gen Z shoppers

SheerID SVP of marketing Lara Compton argues the linear awareness-to-purchase model is obsolete, undone by Gen Z's non-linear path to purchase. Brands need new engagement frameworks built around identity, community and discovery rather than funnel mechanics.

— Filed Fri, 15 May, 2026, 07:13 IST · Source Modern Retail · Updated

SheerID's SVP of marketing Lara Compton argues the traditional linear sales funnel is obsolete, broken by Gen Z's complex non-linear consumer behavior. Brands need new frameworks beyond awareness-to-purchase models to engage younger shoppers.

Why this matters

SheerID, an identity verification platform for gated offers, is positioning itself as a thought leader on Gen Z engagement, tying its identity-based product thesis to a critique of legacy funnel marketing.

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