Are you a Shopify store owner struggling to get noticed in a crowded marketplace? Tired of throwing money at ads with unpredictable results? Have you ever wondered how to get featured in top-tier publications like The New York Times or Vogue without breaking the bank on a costly PR agency? In this episode of eCommerce Fastlane, we welcome Gloria Ch…

Are you a Shopify store owner struggling to find the right marketing agency? Have you been burned by agencies that overpromise and underdeliver? Are you lost in a sea of marketing options, unsure where to turn for expert guidance? In this episode of eCommerce Fastlane, we welcome Behdad Jamshidi (aka “Bee”), founder of CJAM Marketing, to shed light…

Are you tired of juggling disconnected tools and struggling to gain a complete view of your B2C customers? Do you want to power a new era of growth with smarter customer relationships? In this episode of eCommerce Fastlane, we welcome back Jake Cohen, VP at Klaviyo, to unveil their latest innovation: Klaviyo B2C CRM, the only customer relationship …

Are anonymous website visitors slipping through your fingers, taking potential revenue with them? Most Shopify stores convert only a small fraction of their traffic, leaving a significant amount of opportunity untapped. In this episode of eCommerce Fastlane, we speak with Francesco Gatti, Co-founder and CEO of OpenSend, about a platform that helps …

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Austin Reece, Head of Product Marketing and Revenue Enablement at Gladly. In this episode, we dive deep into how AI-powered customer service is transforming the way brands engage with their customers—before, during, and after a sale. Brands like Nordstrom, Warby Parker, Crate & Barrel, and Rothy’s a…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Aaron Schwartz, Co-Founder and CEO of Orita. In this episode, we dive into the evolving world of email deliverability and how AI-powered machine learning is transforming how brands connect with their customers. Aaron has been a key player in eCommerce for years, co-founding and leading brands like P…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today my guest is Chad Rubin, Founder and CEO of Profasee. In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving world of Amazon pricing strategy and the powerful role of AI-driven dynamic pricing. Chad has spent nearly 20 years in eCommerce, building and selling multiple businesses, including Skubana and Prosper Show. Now,…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today my guest is Michael Sirpilla is the CEO and Co-Founder of Society Brands. In this episode, Michael dives into the unique strategies Society Brands employs to help eCommerce businesses scale and thrive. Over the last few years, Society Brands has acquired 12 companies and achieved over $100M in annual revenue, wi…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today my guest is Sean Henry, Co-Founder and CEO of Stord. In this episode, Sean shares how Stord is transforming the logistics and fulfillment landscape for Shopify-powered brands. He dives into the challenges brands face in managing post-purchase experiences and how Stord’s innovative platform eliminates the ineffic…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today my guests are Mitsunaga Kikuchi, Founder and CEO of Shirofune, and Rocco Baldassarre, VP of Account Strategy. In this episode, Mitsunaga and Rocco discuss how Shirofune blends human intelligence and automation to optimize digital advertising like never before. We dive into topics like: Simplifying Campaign Manag…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today my guest is John Gargiulo the Co-Founder and CEO of AirPost. In this episode, we explore Airpost’s revolutionary approach to video content creation for Shopify brands. Our conversation delves into: AI-powered video content generation at scale Streamlined social media ad production Professional studio integration…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today my guest is Philip Akhzar, the visionary founder and CEO of Arka. In this episode, Philip Akhzar, founder of Arka, reveals how his company is revolutionizing ecommerce packaging through AI-powered optimization and sustainable solutions. From transforming post-purchase experiences to implementing cutting-edge war…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Mo Afshar, the Founder and CEO of Pipe17. In this episode, we uncover Pipe17’s innovative approach to solving operational complexities for scaling Shopify brands. Our conversation explores: Evolution from basic Shopify operations to unified commerce Strategic implementation of ERP and multi-channel …

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Mike Manheimer, the Chief Customer Officer of Postscript. In this episode, Mike reveals PostScript’s innovative approach to SMS marketing, highlighting their AI Infinity Testing technology and strategic solutions for Shopify merchants. In our conversation we explore: Evolution from basic SMS blasts …

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Anthony Constantino, the Founder and CEO of Sticker Mule. In this episode, Anthony shares his journey of transforming a simple idea into one of the world's most popular custom printing companies. In our conversation, we explore: Building an internet manufacturing company from scratch Leveraging tech…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guests are Aaron Spivak, former Co-Founder of Hush Blankets, and Chris Meade, Co-Founder of Crossnet. In this episode, these successful entrepreneurs share their journeys and insights on: Building Category-Defining Brands Scaling Through Retail Partnerships Creating Authentic Founder Communities Aaron and Ch…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guests are Vinod Kumar Ramachandran and Arnaud Weber, Co-Founders of Big Sur AI. In this episode, Vinod and Arnaud share their innovative approach to solving one of ecommerce's biggest challenges - converting more site visitors into customers while reducing dependency on paid advertising. The Challenge of th…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Gary Garofalo, the CEO & Founder of LoudCrowd. In this episode, Gary shares his innovative approach to creator commerce and how brands can leverage personalized storefronts to drive revenue through authentic influencer partnerships. We explore the three key challenges that brands face with tradition…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Dylan Lam, the Founder of Omirank. In this episode, Dylan shares his expertise on the “art of unconventional launch” and reveals his unique approach to Amazon selling that turns traditional ecommerce wisdom on its head. The Challenge with Traditional Amazon Selling Dylan addresses the common pitfall…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Stanley Ference is the Founding Principal Attorney at Ference and Associates. In this episode, Stanley shares his expertise on protecting your brand from counterfeiters and intellectual property theft, addressing three critical areas: Patents and Trademarks Online Marketplace Protection Social Media…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Danil Saliukov the Co-Founder and CEO Of Insense. In this episode, Danil shares his expertise on navigating the evolving landscape of digital advertising and creator commerce, particularly focusing on: Privacy Changes Creator Economy TikTok Shop Danil shares strategies for adapting to iOS privacy up…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Elery Pfeffer, the CEO and Founder of Nift. In this episode, Elery shares innovative strategies for customer acquisition and retention through strategic gifting, addressing the challenges of rising customer acquisition costs and platform dependence. Key Discussion Points: Breaking free from traditio…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Valts Feldbergs, Senior Partnerships Lead at Printful. In this episode, Valt shares insights on building a successful print-on-demand business and how Printful has become a global leader in the industry. The company serves over 400,000 active customers and fulfills more than 1 million products month…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Alex Bryan, the Customer Success Manager at Loqate. In this episode, Alex shares his expertise on tackling three critical challenges in ecommerce: Accurate Address Verification International Market Expansion Customer Experience Enhancement Alex reveals strategies for improving delivery accuracy, red…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, our guest is Vikram Anreddy serves as the Head of Product for Financial Services at Shopify. In this episode, Vikram shares insights on how Shopify is transforming ecommerce financial management through its comprehensive suite of tools including Shopify Balance, Shopify Capital, Shopify Credit, Shopify Bill Pay…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, our guest is Eitan Koter, is the Co-founder and Co-CEO of Vimmi. In this episode, Eitan shares his expertise on leveraging video commerce to drive sales and enhance customer engagement, addressing key challenges in modern ecommerce: Video Commerce Evolution Live Shopping Innovation Multi-Channel Integration Thr…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, our guest is Val Narodetsky, the founder and CEO of Hire Odessa. In this episode, Val reveals how Shopify brands can access elite Ukrainian tech talent while achieving significant cost savings: Up to 70% lower costs 14-day placement time Top 1% of tech talent Val shares strategies for connecting US and Canadian…

Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, our guest is Georgiy Slobodenyuk, the Director of Technology of AbsoluteWeb. In this episode, we chat about the world of Shopify customization and platform migrations. Georgiy, with over a decade of experience in ecommerce development and design, shares his expertise on how AbsoluteWeb helps mid-market and ente…

In this episode of ‘The State of Retention Marketing’ podcast, Antara Kundu, General Manager - Group Marketing and Growth, Quest Retail Private Limited has an animated chat with our very own Priyam Jha, Director - Product Marketing, where she talks about India's position in the beauty market, omnichannel tactics, and brand-specific strategies for c…

In the latest episode of “The State of Retention Marketing,” Kartik Bhatt, Chief Digital Officer at Modern Electronics, expounds on the science of shopping through the integrated, sometimes isolated worlds of anthropology, psychology, user experience, shopping behavior, omnichannel marketing, retention, and data. (00:00) - Introduction (00:59) - Re…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, our guest is Parag Mamnani, Founder and CEO of Webgility. In this exciting episode, we’re diving deep into the world of AI and its transformative impact on eCommerce. Parag, with his two decades of industry experience, shares invaluable insights on how AI is reshaping the landscape for D2C br…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, our guest is Sabir Semerkant, founder of Growth by Sabir. In this exciting episode, we’re diving deep into powerful strategies to supercharge your online store, just in time for the incredibly important Q4 holiday season. Sabir, a seasoned expert in eCommerce growth, shares his invaluable ins…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, our guest is Melissa Coventry the VP of Operations RoseSkinCo. In this episode, Melissa shares her know-how on tackling the big three challenges that new companies face… Not enough money Not enough people Not enough time Melissa shares the strategies for managing rapid growth, aligning people…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, our guest is Peter Van der Westhuizen, the Strategic Partnerships and Alliances Lead for North America at Linnworks. We’re thrilled to dive into the exciting world of multi-channel selling and explore how social media is revolutionizing online shopping. You’ll discover how Linnworks is empowe…

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane. I’m your host, Steve Hutt, and today we’re diving into a crucial topic for every online business: customer reviews and ratings. We all know how critical reviews are when shopping online. They build trust and help us make buying decisions. But are you making the most of your customer feedback? That’s where our gue…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, We have a special guest, Keri McGhee, the CMO of Attentive. In this episode, we'll delve into Attentive's innovative use of AI to enhance customer retention and drive revenue growth, especially during crucial periods like Black Friday and Cyber Monday. We'll explore how Attentive's mobile-fir…

In the 52nd episode of The State Of Retention Marketing podcast, Ankur takes you through the ins and outs of data-driven marketing in gaming companies. He is joined by two illustrious VPs of marketing, namely Bharat Bhatia and Nishant Jaiswal, from Junglee Games and Zupee, respectively. This is a crossover episode where we blend key parts from two …

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, our guest is Alexia Dubois, The Founder & Owner of Amour. Amour is a brand that’s making a splash by bringing high-quality European children’s clothing to American families. Alexia’s journey is fascinating. She worked for big names like Cartier and Tommy Hilfiger, where she led important proj…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, our guest is Mike True, the Co-founder and CEO of Prescient AI. In this episode, Mike explains how Prescient leverages historical spending data and advanced AI technologies to optimize marketing budgets beyond the usual platforms like Facebook and Google. He will share insights into Prescient…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we’re delighted to chat with Breanna Greenberg, Vice President of Marketing of Stratia. Breanna is an expert in digital marketing with an inspiring career journey, starting from her roots as a social media manager in Los Angeles to leading marketing for Stratia, an innovative, science-based s…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we’re excited to have Alan Chen, co-founder of FreeCashFlow. With over 20 years of expertise in tax, accounting, and financial services, Alan is dedicated to helping e-commerce businesses thrive. In this episode, Alan will explore the complexities of international expansion for online stores,…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we’re excited to have Temi Agbede advisor and a fractional marketing executive at T. Blacksmith Consulting. Temi is an advisor and fractional marketing executive at T. Blacksmith Consulting. She's worked with big names like Estee Lauder, Lord and Taylor, and S'well. Temi shares her journey in…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we’re excited to have Mani Fazeli, VP of Product at Shopify. In this episode, we'll dive into Shopify's big moves in the B2B world. Mani will walk us through how Shopify has grown its B2B offerings since 2016-2017. We'll learn about the huge $12 trillion opportunity Shopify is tapping into wi…

In this episode, we are in conversation with Annu Grover, founder & CEO of Nurturing Green. Annu is responsible for democratizing plant parenting, landscaping, and gardening as a hobby in India. Gardening and plant buying were fragmented markets. Buyer experience was broken, delivery times were askew, and decisions were a hail mary at best. There w…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we’re excited to have Freya Seeger, Director, Site Merchandising of Windsor Fashions. In this episode, we’ll explore how to make your online store feel local to international customers. Freya shares tips on using the right currency, language, and duty-free shopping to improve the customer exp…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we’re excited to have Justin Silver, co-founder of Aavrani. Aavrani is a fresh face in the beauty world, mixing modern science with old Indian wisdom to create skin and hair care products. Unlike big brands with celebrity faces, Aavrani is led by its founder and driven by its community. They …

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we’re excited to have Andreas Andrea, the Director of Logistics and Warehouse Operations at Murad. Murad is a well-known skincare brand started by Dr. Howard Murad and is now part of Unilever. Andreas brings a wealth of knowledge to our conversation about e-commerce and delivery operations. H…

In the latest episode of “The State of Retention Marketing,” Bhavik Bhandari, head of sales and marketing at Ashwin Sheth Group, shares his two cents on real estate marketing. He expounds on the industry’s evolution, digitization, and retention strategies while preparing for a rebranding campaign. Bhavik emphasizes the need for relevant content and…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Debbie Pearce, the Founder and CEO of CartStars, an exclusive, invitation-only community tailored for top leaders in ecommerce and retail. In this episode, Debbie shares her inspiring journey to the United States and how her experiences have profoundly influenc…

Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we’re excited to have Vikas Jha, the Vice President of Engineering for Conversational Commerce at Bloomreach. In this episode of eCommerceFastlane, we dive into the exciting world of AI and how it's changing online shopping. Our guest is Vikas Jha, who leads the conversational commerce team a…