Best Bigcommerce Podcasts (2025)

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The Key Strategy Behind BigCommerce’s B2B Pivot and Composable Transformation, with CEO Travis Hess 32:04

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Today, we explore the intersection of leadership, product strategy, and platform transformation with Travis Hess, CEO of BigCommerce. As the company navigates a focused shift toward B2B, curated composability, and revenue-first outcomes, Travis unpacks how BigCommerce is redefining its ideal customer profile, integrating key acquisitions, and leadi…

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BigCommerce Marketing is 'Pretty Crap' Says Industry Insider | Adobe vs Shopify Platform Wars 53:06

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In this no-holds-barred conversation, Rick Watson sits down with Jo Baker, CEO of ShipperHQ, for a brutally honest discussion about the current state of e-commerce platforms. From Adobe's struggles with Magento to Shopify's enterprise ambitions and BigCommerce's missed opportunities, nothing is off limits. 🔥 KEY TOPICS COVERED: Why Adobe needs to "…

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569: The Email Expert - How to Get Your Customers Attention 48:08

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In this episode, Rytis Lauris, co-founder of Omnisend, shares how he bootstrapped a leading email and SMS marketing platform used by over 125,000 eCommerce brands worldwide. He shares:• Why most ecommerce founders start email marketing too late• How to convert more website traffic into high-intent subscribers• The 2% of automations that drive 40% o…

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How Carrefour Uses AI to Eliminate Revenue Leaks and Build Trust With Jean-Philippe Blerot and Kailin Noivo 45:07

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Hey everyone! @Channel Excited to share thisepisode of Commerce Innovators with two powerhouse guests: Jean-Philippe Blerot (Carrefour Belgium) and Kailin Noivo (Noibu). A big thank you to our amazing community for all your support don’t forget to check out our LinkedIn announcement post and show it some love with a like, share, or comment! In this…

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EP294: How AI Code Generation Will Evolve The Relationship Between Brands & Agencies, with Jim Tattersall & Seth Bindernagel 53:49

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Join us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inside-commerce Summary: In this podcast, the discussion revolves around the impact of AI on ecommerce teams, particularly focusing on the relationship between technology agencies and their clients. The conversation highlights Seth's experiment of building a website using AI tools without any de…

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June 16th, 2025: Palantir Partners with Bolt, Amazon Releases AI Video Generation Tools, Sezzle Sues Shopify For AntiCompetitive Practices, and Walmart Releases New AI Tools 9:20

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Today on our show: Palantir Partners with Bolt Amazon Releases AI Video Generation Tools Sezzle Sues Shopify For AntiCompetitive Practices Walmart Releases New AI Tools - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rm…

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GM Executive Reveals: Why 'Execution Drives Morale, Not Vision' - Enterprise Leadership Secrets 1:07:41

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In this eye-opening full interview, Sid Jatia, GM's Global VP of Digital Commerce & Service, drops truth bombs about what really works in large enterprise organizations. From Microsoft to Under Armour to General Motors, Sid shares battle-tested strategies that challenge conventional leadership wisdom. 🔥 Key Takeaways: Why execution beats vision for…

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568: How This High School Dropout Became a Self-Made Millionaire | Brittney Saunders 1:19:17

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In this episode, Brittney Saunders, founder of FAYT, Staple Swim, Form Active, and OUTDŌ, shares how she went from YouTuber to multi-brand empire builder—running multiple 7-figure businesses with a hands-on, no-agency approach. She shares: • How she transitioned from influencer to real founder with 40+ staff • The power of brick-and-mortar stores i…

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The Untold Story Behind Galls' $700M Ecommerce Consolidation, with John Arquette, Ecommerce Director at Galls 19:54

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What happens when a $700 million distributor buys a top competitor, and everything starts to unravel? That’s the situation John Arquette, Ecommerce Director at Galls, walked into when he took over ecommerce at Galls and turned things around quickly. A Marine Corps veteran with two decades in ecommerce, John shares how he rebuilt trust with military…

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EP293: Avoiding Platform Tribalism - Understanding Adobe's Market Fit & Value For Ecommerce Teams, With Gene Founder Matt Parkinson 54:51

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Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inside-commerce/ Episode summary: In this episode of the Inside Commerce podcast, Paul Rogers speaks with Matt Parkinson from Gene about the evolution of Magento and Adobe. They explore the dangers of platform tribalism, and discuss the current state of the platform ecosystem, the challenges a…

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June 9th, 2025: Shopify MCP Server Raises More Questions Than Answers, Could the AI Race Become a Hardware Race, and Temu Half Off - Just In Time For Summer 10:43

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Today on our show: Shopify MCP Server Raises More Questions Than Answers Could the AI Race Become a Hardware Race? Temu Half Off - Just In Time For Summer - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rmwcommerce.com/…

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Shopify Editions Recap Conversation With Shopify Agencies 1:03:02

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Nick Kaplan steps in as guest co-host with Rick Watson —and yes, we doubled up on Nicks because mediocrity requires one, but excellence needs two. Nick and Rick, who are in the same studio, talk about Peleton’s P2P play, Temu’s struggle, and they recap The Lead Summit. They are then joined by Shopify Agency operators to talk about their trip to Tor…

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567: The Tiny Challenge Model - The Easiest Way to Get Your First 5 Clients | Richmond Dinh 45:44

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What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeIn this episode, Richmond Dinh, founder of the Tiny Challenge model, reveals how he went from nearly going bankrupt to building a 7-figure coaching empire—without a big audience, paid ads, or complex funnels. He shares:• How he rebuilt his life after losing it all in property investing• The one framework that helped…

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EP292: From Soldier to Entrepreneur - The ThruDark Ecommerce Journey, with Founder Louis Tinsley 35:44

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Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inside-commerce/ Summary: In this episode ecommerce podcast, Paul Rogers speaks with ThruDark founder Louis Tinsley , who shares his unique journey from special forces to ecommerce entrepreneurship. Louis discusses the challenges and successes of building a brand in the outdoor industry, the i…

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June 2nd, 2025: Salesforce to acquire Informatica, Social Commerce Panel Reveals Influencer Importance, Lowes Launches Its Marketplace, and Tariff Feud Event with Passport Recap 11:27

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Today on our show: Salesforce to acquire Informatica Social Commerce Panel Reveals Influencer Importance Lowes Launches Its Marketplace Tariff Feud Event with Passport Recap - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://w…

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VTEX & Mach Alliance Leaders Debate the Future of Enterprise Architecture 1:06:09

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INDUSTRY DEBATE: VTEX co-founder Mariano Gomide de Faria sits down with Mach Alliance President Casper Rasmussen after his viral LinkedIn post that sparked major discussion in the e-commerce world! The Discussion: Mariano's post about the Mach Alliance's evolution generated hundreds of comments and industry-wide conversation about the future of ent…

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566: From Celebrity Deals to Creator Empire - Maggie Sellers on Building 'Hot Smart Rich' 55:54

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In this episode, Maggie Sellers—founder, investor, creator, and force behind Hot Smart Rich—shares how she turned vulnerability, storytelling, and a scrappy content strategy into a multimillion-dollar movement and investing powerhouse. She shares:• The celebrity deal that taught her the power of owning your narrative• How she built Hot Smart Rich f…

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EP291: Transforming Shopping Receipts Into Opportunities for Engagement, Loyalty and Post Purchase CX, with Slip Founder Tash Grossman 40:34

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In this ecommerce podcast, Tash Grossman, founder and CEO of Slip, discusses the transformation of shopping receipts into valuable engagement tools for retailers. She shares her journey from management consulting to founding Slip, emphasising the importance of learning from mistakes and the challenges of integrating technology in retail. Tash highl…

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Special Episode: Scott Eckert on Leading Mirakl and the Marketplace Revolution 36:52

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In this special CEO spotlight edition of the Watson Weekly, host Rick Watson welcomes Scott Eckert, newly appointed CEO of Mirakl, for an inside look at how his leadership is poised to accelerate Mirakl’s role at the heart of modern commerce. With a distinguished career spanning innovation leadership roles at Dell, Rethink Robotics, and Walmart’s S…

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The Secret to Replatforming Without Breaking the Brand, with Brit Tucker VP of Product Technology & CX at Society6 24:50

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Today, we explore the intersection of product, technology, and customer experience with Brit Tucker, VP of Product Technology and CX at Society6. As the brand navigates a bold shift from marketplace to curated retailer, Brit unpacks how Society6 aligned its strategic pivot with a full replatform and redesign all timed ahead of peak season. She shar…

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May 26th, 2025: Rapid Fire Headline Update and Shopify Releases Its Summer Editions 23:46

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Today on our show: Rapid Fire Headline Update Shopify Releases Its Summer Editions - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerce-podcast-watsonweekly…

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565: From 3rd Grade Teacher to Beauty CEO: How Supergoop! Built a $700M Brand From ZERO! | Holly Thaggard (Best of Foundr) [VIDEO] 46:20

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In this episode, Holly Thaggard, founder of Supergoop!, shares how she redefined the sunscreen category and built a globally recognized $700M brand from the ground up. She shares:• The heartbreaking moment that inspired her SPF obsession• How she created the world’s first chemical sunscreen without oxybenzone• Her failed school program—and why it l…

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EP290: Shopify Editions Unpacked - How The Latest Product Release Benefits Merchants, With Senior Solutions Engineer Ben Homer 47:25

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Inside Commerce is the first podcast to talk you through what the latest Shopify release means for ecommerce stores. James discusses the relevance of key new features and upgrades with Ben Homer, Senior Solutions Engineer, pulling apart the benefits and implications for merchants. Shopify Editions always attracts lots of attention. Following an emb…

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Special Episode from Shopware Partner Day– Pimcore & the Data Layer Revolution in B2B 17:53

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Today’s Watson Weekly is a special edition that is one of a series of three interviews recorded at Shopware’s Partner Day on April 24th, 2025. These were recorded in the basement of a German beer hall and restaurant, so I think those interested in the digital commerce complexity of serving manufacturers and distributors should find it a lot of fun.…

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Rebrand or Replatform? Why Doing Both at Once Can Break Your Ecommerce Stack 20:27

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What happens when you rebrand and replatform at the same time? Chaos. Unless you know what you’re doing. In this episode, Corin Mills, Director of Ecommerce and Brand Marketing at MOO, shares how the global print brand scaled smarter by separating transformation timelines, optimizing for conversion with tactile touchpoints like sample packs and sma…

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May 19th, 2025: Amazon Announces New AI Tool to Enhance Product Listings, Venture Capital Dominated by AI Right Now, FedEx and Amazon Strike Up a Partnership, and Klaviyo Reports Q1 2025 Earnings 10:28

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Today on our show: Amazon Announces New AI Tool to Enhance Product Listings Venture Capital Dominated by AI Right Now FedEx and Amazon Strike Up a Partnership Klaviyo Reports Q1 2025 Earnings - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by…

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Destination Unknown With The Lead Summit's Sonal Gandhi and Noah Gellman | Watson Weekend Ep. 64 42:55

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It is a reunion show. Hosts Jessica Lesesky and Nick Kaplan run the Watson Weekend while Rick Watson is away. A longer headline hangover, as there is a lot to talk about: Klarna is walking back its initial bullishness on artificial intelligence. There are certain situations where humans need to defuse a situation (think CRM and a customer having a …

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564: From $0 to $100,000 a Day Selling Neckties | Fameez Haroon 1:08:39

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In this episode, Fameez Haroon, co-founder of OTAA, shares how he and his brother bootstrapped a fashion accessories brand from a Melbourne bedroom to $40M+ in sales—without outside funding. He shares:• How they built OTAA from $2,000 and zero fashion experience• The customer pain point that sparked the brand idea• Their scrappy PR hustle that led …

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Special Episode from Shopware Partner Day– Conscious Commerce & Regulated Realities: The Aysnd Way 21:06

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Today’s Watson Weekly is a special edition that is one of a series of three interviews recorded at Shopware’s Partner Day on April 24th, 2025. These were recorded in the basement of a German beer hall and restaurant, so I think those interested in the digital commerce complexity of serving manufacturers and distributors should find it a lot of fun.…

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From Chaos to Composable: Inside Baerskin's Tactical Rebuild with Gus Fune 20:58

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Today, we explore the future of ecommerce infrastructure with Gus Fune, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Baerskin Tactical. As a global tactical gear brand, Baerskin is transforming how lean teams recover fast and scale smart. Gus shares how his four-person team rebuilt their ecommerce stack in just three months, stabilized revenue with a composab…

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EP289: Mastering The Upper Funnel - Measuring & Monetising Your Investment In Nurturing Customers, with Geeta Randev 45:04

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Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inside-commerce Summary: Why do brands invest in the upper funnel? In this podcast, digital marketing strategist Geeta Randev discusses the evolving landscape of digital marketing, emphasising the importance of investing in upper funnel marketing to build brand awareness and customer loyalty. …

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May 12th, 2025: Shopify Needs Incentive Alignment to Win in Enterprise, 3 Notables From BigCommerce earnings call, Instacart CEO Departs for OpenAI, and Shopify Reports Solid Earnings Amid Global Uncertainty ... 17:51

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In this week’s Watson Weekly, we will discuss Fidji Simo is out at Instacart CEO to join OpenAI. This is a huge feather in Simo’s cap and leaves an opening at Instacart which I predict will be filled by their Chief Product Officer Daniel Danker. Not only did Danker and Simo overlap from their time at Facebook, but Danker was promoted by Simo into h…

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The $36 Trillion B2B Commerce Revolution: Insider Insights from VC Jack Freeman | Watson Weekend Ep. 63 55:49

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Join hosts Rick Watson and Jessica Leseski as they dive deep into the massive potential of B2B e-commerce with Jack Freeman, Partner at PeakSpan Capital. With B2B commerce now reaching $36 trillion in sales, this episode explores why this market is finally gaining momentum after years of slow adoption. Jack shares valuable insights on the challenge…

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563: From $500 to 120 Stores - How She Lost It All | Kristina Karlsson 1:20:29

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In this episode, Kristina Karlsson, founder of Kikki.K and Dream Life, opens up about building a $100M global brand, losing it all, and why she's starting again—this time, on her own terms. She shares:• The wild journey of scaling Kikki.K to 120 stores in 6 countries• How losing her business twice reshaped her view of failure and resilience• Why jo…

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Special Episode from Shopware Partner Day– Inside B2B Growth: Smith Commerce on Scaling Smart 19:17

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Today’s Watson Weekly is a special edition that is one of a series of three interviews recorded at Shopware’s Partner Day on April 24th, 2025. These were recorded in the basement of a German beer hall and restaurant, so I think those interested in the digital commerce complexity of serving manufacturers and distributors should find it a lot of fun.…

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How PopSockets Scales Profitably Without Sacrificing Creativity, Jack Farrell’s Playbook 19:03

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In this episode of Ecommerce Toolbox: Expert Perspectives, Jack Farrell, VP of Ecommerce at PopSockets, takes us behind the scenes of the brand’s transformation—from a one-product DTC sensation to a global lifestyle powerhouse. Jack shares eye-opening lessons from APAC’s mobile-first, creator-driven markets, breaks down why PopSockets puts profitab…

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EP288: What BigCommerce's 2025 Summit Reveals About Its GTM Strategy & Roadmap Focus, with Partner Advisory Board Members 5874 & GPMD 50:31

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Summary: In this ecommerce podcast, James Gurd discusses the recent BigCommerce Partner Summit with agency leaders Rupert Cross and Mark Slocock. They explore BigCommerce's market positioning, particularly in the B2B space, and share insights from the Partner Advisory Board. The conversation delves into the challenges and areas for improvement for …

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May 5th, 2025: Amazon Reports Q1 2025 Earnings, Walmart Releases an Annual Shareholder Letter, UPS Reports Q1 2025 Earnings, and Kohl’s Fires Its CEO 14:37

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Today on our show: Amazon Reports Q1 2025 Earnings Walmart Releases an Annual Shareholder Letter UPS Reports Q1 2025 Earnings Kohl’s Fires Its CEO - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. https://www.rmwcommerce.com/ecommerc…

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Marketing in Uncertain Times: Erik Huberman of Hawk Media on Why Cutting Ad Spend is Always a Mistake | The Watson Weekend Ep. 62 55:25

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In this episode of The Watson Weekend, hosts Rick Watson and Jess Lesetsky welcome Hawk Media founder & CEO Erik Huberman to discuss digital marketing strategies during economic uncertainty. Erik shares why cutting your marketing budget during challenging times is almost always a mistake, why a good product remains marketing's foundation, and how b…

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562: The Billion Dollar Woman Behind The Rock & Henry Cavill | Dany Garcia (Best of Foundr) [VIDEO] 46:13

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In this episode, Dany Garcia - founder, producer, chairwoman, and the powerhouse behind brands like ZOA Energy, Teremana Tequila, GSTQ, Seven Bucks Productions, and the XFL—shares how she built a billion-dollar business empire from scratch. She shares:• How she went from finance to managing Dwayne Johnson and producing blockbuster films• Why she “f…

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Turning Tariffs into Tactics — Cross-Border Commerce in 2025 with Alex Yancher, CEO of Passport 57:11

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In this insightful episode, The Watson Weekly welcomes Alex Yancher (Yon-cher), CEO of Passport, just hours after the U.S. government announced sweeping new global trade tariffs. With $3.3 trillion in cross-border e-commerce at stake, this conversation couldn’t be more timely. Guided by a Thomas L. Friedman-inspired prologue, we dive deep into the …

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How Topps Built a Global Collectibles Brand Without Losing Customer Trust With Sayed Suhail Gaffar 20:56

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Today we dive into the future of omnichannel ecommerce with Sayed Suhail Gaffar, VP of Global Ecommerce at Topps Company. Sayed shares how the iconic collectibles brand expanded globally, modernized its customer experience across channels, and why setting customer expectations, and meeting them, is the ultimate driver of loyalty. Tune in for strate…

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EP287: How Noble Panacea Successfully Launched Ecommerce in China, with Global Digital Director Will Lockie 45:04

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Follow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/inside-commerce/Video summary:In this ecommerce podcast, experienced ecommerce consultant James Gurd and Global Digital Director Will Lockie discuss the intricacies of expanding ecommerce brands into the Chinese market. They explore the unique dynamics of the Chinese consumer, the importance of…

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April 28th, 2025: Composable Conference in Chicago shows MACH progress, ChatGPT and Shopify partnership teased, and Shopify promotes internally for Chief Design Officer: What's going on? 14:49

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Today on our show: Composable Conference in Chicago Shows MACH Progress ChatGPT and Shopify Partnership Teased Shopify Promotes Internally for Chief Design Officer: What's Going On? - and finally, The Investor Minute which contains 5 items this week from the world of venture capital, acquisitions, and IPOs. Today's episode is sponsored by Mirakl. h…

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Inside Vivrelle: How This Luxury Membership Club is Disrupting Designer Fashion | The Watson Weekend Ep. 61 50:55

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In this episode of The Watson Weekend, Rick and Jess welcome Donna Felix, VP of Product & E-commerce at Vivrelle, the innovative luxury fashion membership club that's changing how we access designer handbags and accessories. Donna shares Vivrelle's origin story (written on a napkin during the founders' honeymoon!), explains how they track thousands…

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561: $300M Worth of Facebook Ads Advice in 45 Minutes | Jordan Menard 45:22

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In this episode, Jordan Menard breaks down what it really takes to scale Facebook ads in 2025. He shares why creative is now the targeting, why brands need to focus more on offers than tactics, and how to fix your conversion economics to unlock serious scale. Jordan also walks through his exact ad creative process—including scripting, ad types, and…

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EP286: How To Scale An Ecommerce Business Using Marketplaces, With Furniture Box Co-founder Dan Beckles 44:16

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Follow us on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/inside-commerce/Video summary:In this episode of the Inside Commerce podcast, James Gurd interviews Dan Beckles, co-founder of Furniture Box, discussing the growth strategies in marketplace commerce. They explore the journey of starting a furniture business, the challenges faced in the industry…

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How Mejuri Balances Tech Innovation and Business Impact with Rohit Nathany 23:19

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We're bringing back one of our favorite conversations — and for good reason: Noibu is a trusted partner of Mejuri. In this episode, we revisit our insightful chat with Rohit Nathany, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Mejuri, the leading fine jewelry brand redefining ecommerce. Rohit dives into how his team transitioned from a custom tech stac…

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April 21st, 2025: Walmart Investor Day shows strong tariff headwinds, is 2025 the year to eat the entire enchilada, Shop for Brands on Amazon seen in the wild, and Amazon surveys its sellers on tariffs ... 17:04

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Is Walmart More Exposed to Tariffs Than They Are Admitting? In a recent investor day, Walmart indicated that only one-third of its products are not made in the USA. Are we sure about that number? Given the fact that there is no universal definition of made in the USA, I think that number could be a lot higher than the company is letting on. Learn a…

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Marketplace Mastery: Jordan Sielaff on Amazon Success, AI Evolution & The Future of E-Commerce 56:56

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In this episode of The Watson Weekend, Rick Watson and Nick Kaplan dive into the evolving world of marketplaces with special guest Jordan Sielaff, co-founder and CEO of Geared. They discuss Amazon's potential TikTok acquisition, the Shein IPO's challenges amid tariff concerns, and the wave of eye-opening Chinese manufacturing content flooding TikTo…