Best Dtc Tips Podcasts (2025)

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You're Asking For Reviews WRONG! (The Easiest Way To Get 5 Stars) — Daan Vaneker | How To Get A Quick Review Boost, What Makes Reviews Real, Why Negative Reviews Help, How To Respond To Bad Reviews, What ... 23:11

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In this archive episode, we dive into the power of social proof and why trust building is essential for e-commerce success. Dan Vaneker, CEO and founder of trustprofile.com, shares his insights on how web shops can enhance trustworthiness through customer reviews and trust pages. He explains why customers rely on reviews before buying, how small sh…

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Buff Clucks: From Homework Assignment to 7-Figure Chicken Brand 48:43

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So there's this moment in 2022 where Celia Hatch wakes up from a dream about chicken supplements called "Chicken Spice." She thinks it's ridiculous. Fast forward to today, and she's running a seven-figure business serving America's 13% of households with backyard chickens. The twist is it started as her teenage son's eighth-grade homework assignmen…

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TEA 213: This Product Launch Strategy Made $50k in 4 days 37:36

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Three years ago, Allyson Kuhns was generating just over $3,000 per MONTH in sales. Now, she earns nearly $50,000 in four days during product launches. In this episode, we break down everything she did leading up to and through the promotion of a new product launch for her dog scarves! -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- ► Visit Our Website For Trai…

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STOP Sending Bad Emails! The $10K Segmentation Secret — Andriy Boychuk | How To Grow Your Email List Fast, The Four Key Segments To Target, What Segmentation Does For Revenue, Why Automations Drive Sales ... 24:50

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In this archive episode, we dive into email marketing strategy and how e-commerce merchants can maximize its potential. Andriy Boychuk, founder at flowium.com, an email marketing agency for e-commerce, shares strategies for improving your setup, metrics, and overall performance. He explains how to effectively grow your email list before major sales…

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TEA 212: Road To $1M/Mo (~$350k October Recap) 53:27

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In this episode, Robert and Josh provide a full account of October for all three brands. We will break down what worked, what went wrong, and what we are doing to pursue our first million-dollar month in November. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- ► Visit Our Website For Training and Resources ► Leave Us An Honest Rating, Email An Image Of Your R…

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Agentic Commerce Explained: How AI Search is Reshaping eCommerce — Erik Wikander | Why Old SEO Is Dead, How Small Brands Can Win, How to Win in AI Search, How to Optimize Products for AI, What Is Agentic ... 33:43

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In this episode, we dive into the massive shift impacting online sellers as shoppers use ChatGPT and other AI search tools for product discovery. Erik Wikander, CEO and co-founder of Wilgot.ai, unpacks the concept of agentic commerce — where AI completes the end-to-end purchase for the user. He shares what this revolution means for D2C brands, why …

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What's New in Shopify: November 2025 35:21

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Shopify just went from 100 variants per product to 2,048. Shopify Partners Kurt Elster and Paul Reda tested it and found out there's a secret limit at 250 where everything changes. Your theme might work perfectly, it might half-work, or it might completely break depending on when it was built. They also dig into the new VS Code-based theme editor (…

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TEA 211: We Added 5k+ Subscribers in 7 Days Using This Lead Gen Playbook (w/ Real Numbers) 43:20

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Giveaways are an incredibly easy way to grow your email list, expand your audiences, and drive sales. In this episode, we break down our giveaway lead-gen strategy and the results of a recent campaign we ran over the span of a week to add over 5,000 email subscribers for The Quirky Mouse. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- ► Visit Our Website For …

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AI Kills SEO: Master GEO For Ecommerce — Claus Lauter | Why AI Is The New Search, What Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) Means, How To Use GEO, How ChatGPT’s New Checkout Changes Marketing, How To Optimize ... 14:02

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In this episode, Claus Lauter, host of the Ecommerce Coffee Break Podcast, breaks down how AI is reshaping Q4 e-commerce strategy. He explains the rise of Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) — the new way to stay visible in AI-driven search — and shares practical tips on managing high ad spend while keeping profits strong. Claus also talks about t…

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#364 - Cracking the Code on Retention: Recharge CEO Reveals What Best-in-Class Subscription Brands Do Differently 44:06

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Oisin O'Connor is the CEO and co-founder of Recharge, the leading subscription management platform powering 75% of all Shopify subscriptions. Under his leadership, Recharge has become a critical infrastructure partner for over 30,000 brands, reaching 100 million subscribers and $100 million ARR. In this episode of DTC Pod, Oisin pulls back the curt…

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Black Friday Marketing Tips — Nathan Ho | How To Run BFCM Deals, Why To Prep Early For Black Friday, Why Free Gifts Boost Cart Size, How Gifts Help Launch New Products, Why Tiered Promos Boost AOV, How ... 13:05

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In this episode, we dive into how to run the best promotions for Black Friday and Cyber Monday (BFCM). Nathan Ho, Product Manager of EasyGift, shares his experience and advice on structuring promotions, using tiered spending to increase average order value, and the power of free gifts. He also discusses different marketing strategies like scheduled…

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Black Friday Starts Early: The 3-Week Email Strategy 50:59

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Kurt and Filip break down buy-two-get-two offers that crush percentage discounts, why five emails on Black Friday is actually conservative, and the three-week framework 8-figure brands use to win Q4. If you're planning to send a couple emails on Cyber Monday and call it done, this episode will make you rethink everything. SPONSORS Swym - Wishlists,…

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TEA 210: Contextual Scaling (Infinite Bucket System: Live From MPM Experience) 1:08:41

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Welcome to the scaling strategy that’s part Meta mastery, part holy water, and part “I’ve lost my mind trying to scale these dang ads.” This podcast is the audio from our recent in-person event, where Josh unpacks how Meta’s algorithm has evolved from “just target women who like dogs and wine” to a full-blown AI brain that demands context, not just…

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The Hidden Post-Purchase Tool That Boosts Revenue 10% | Why Bad Tracking Hurts CX, How Tracking Upsells Boost Sales, How Smart Tracking Emails Drive Revenue, What Basic Tweaks Add 3%, Why Full Optimization ... 18:54

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In this episode, we dive into how to turn order tracking from a common customer service headache into a powerful engine for repeat sales and revenue growth. Andrey, founder of parcelous.com, shares the major mistakes online sellers make after an order is placed and how a branded tracking page can solve customer frustration while simultaneously gene…

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How Retailers Can Unlock Growth With AI — Ravi Achanta | How To Grow Your Sales With AI, How AI Turns Your Store Data Into Growth, Why You Should Trust Data, How AI Boosts Customer Loyalty, How AI Saves ... 32:39

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In this episode, we dive into the challenge faced by independent retailers in competing with giants like Walmart. Ravi Achanta, CEO and Co-founder of RSA America, shares how AI is leveling the playing field. He explains how small retailers can use the data they already have to drive growth, boost customer loyalty, and uncover new revenue, making po…

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363 - Creating a Category Leader: The Absorption Company's Rise to Erewhon's #1 Functional Health Brand 37:20

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Zeke Bronfman is the co-founder and CEO of The Absorption Company, a brand pioneering highly bioavailable supplements engineered for optimal nutrient absorption. With a background in health and wellness entrepreneurship—including a previous successful beverage exit—Zeke leads a team on a mission to address a major gap in supplement efficacy by focu…

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Accessibility: Bet Hannon's 4-Step Fix 44:52

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"These tools rely on automation that only catches 30% of issues. And for blind users with screen readers? The overlays often conflict with their assistive tech—making the site harder to use." Bet Hannon runs AccessiCart, an agency that fixes accessibility problems for e-commerce stores—usually right after they've been sued. We talked about why "qui…

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TEA 209: 11 Smart Marketer Live Takeaways (We Talked To Someone From Meta!) 1:02:25

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It's good to get in the room with other people doing what you're doing. But in the internet age it gets increasingly harder. A few weeks ago, Josh and Dylan got back from Smart Marketer and in this episode they're going to recap their 11 takeaways after talking to someone at Meta that actually knows what's going on, multi 8 and 9 figure brands, eco…

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How Small Sellers Can Compete With Giants — Nahar Geva | New Data-driven Strategies For Ecommerce Growth, How To Beat Big Brands, What Makes A Product A Winner, Systems And Habits You Need To Master Data ... 34:16

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In this episode, we dive into data-driven strategies that help small sellers spot winners, optimize listings, and scale their e-commerce business without wasting time. Nahar Geva, Founder and CEO of ZIK Analytics, explains why shifting your mindset and embracing data is key to beating big brands. He shares his story of founding ZIK Analytics from a…

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How To Hit $1M Months Selling Hard Gated Brands — Aaron O'Sullivan | Why New Amazon Stores Are Gated, How To Buy Aged Amazon Accounts, The Process Of Selling Amazon Stores, Why Multiple Stores Mitigate ... 27:45

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In this episode, we dive into the challenges of selling on Amazon, including gated brands and slow cash flow. Aaron O'Sullivan, co-founder of Sellmyselleraccount.co and ecomstores.com, shares how acquiring aged Amazon seller accounts can provide instant access to restricted categories, speed up cash flow cycles, and mitigate the risk of account sus…

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Smart Marketer Live 2025 57:26

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I spent three days at Smart Marketer Live in Denver, capturing raw conversations with agency owners, brand founders, and Meta reps about what's actually working in 2025. This isn't your typical conference recap. We're talking about Meta's Andromeda update that killed everyone's ad performance over the summer, why TikTok Shop might be a trap, and ho…

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TEA 208: The Road To $1M/Month (September Brand Update) 36:29

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We just crossed $300K in September sales for our partner brands across Shopify and Amazon on the road to $1M in sales this November. In this episode, I brought on (for the first time ever) Robert Reyes who is our Marketing Director for the brands & Ecommerce Alley. He broke down what worked, what went wrong, and what projects we’re prioritizing goi…

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How AI Is Changing The Way Amazon Is Managed — Jerry Vida | How AI Is Automating Amazon Optimization, Why Focusing On Profit Is Better Than On Revenue, Why Manual Amazon Tasks Hurt Business Growth, Why ... 21:54

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In this episode, we dive into how AI is reshaping Amazon store management and the critical importance of focusing on profitability over just top-line revenue. Jerry Vida, Co-founder of Peak ROAS, shares how his agency helps seven- and eight-figure brands scale by leveraging AI to streamline time-consuming tasks like PPC and listing optimization. He…

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Jomboy's 3-in-1 Store + ChatGPT Shopping Arrives 40:53

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TEA 207: How to Build Feedback Loops Into Your Business 39:45

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Most entrepreneurs think they know exactly what their customers, team, or business needs. We used to believe that too, until I realized feedback loops are the secret systems every great company builds into their DNA. In this episode, we’ll break down why feedback matters, where you should be using it, and the biggest trap that distorts it… survivor…

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How to Increase Shopify Revenue with Bundles and Bulk Discounts — Katie Keith | Why Stores Struggle With AOV, How Bundles Boost Sales and AOV, What Discount Pricing Psychology Works Best, Why B2B Versus ... 20:31

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In this episode, we unpack bundles and bulk discounts and how they can nudge customers to buy more and boost revenue. Katie Keith, Founder and CEO of Barn2 Plugins, shares why most stores struggle to increase average order value and how her new Shopify app bridges the gap between different discount strategies. She also provides a masterclass on dis…

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Packaging Like the Pros: The Hidden Process Behind Your Favorite CPG Brands 51:19

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Danielle Kidney is the founder of The Creative Pack, a Los Angeles-based agency specializing in packaging design for CPG and DTC brands. With over two decades of experience in the industry—including work with Tesco and a diverse portfolio of well-known consumer brands—Danielle brings a wealth of expertise in every aspect of packaging, from strategy…

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TEA 206: 4 Q4 Tips That’ll Make You A Lot More Money 31:32

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Throughout the month of September we hosted our "Countdown to Q4" event. Every day we sent a tip to our email list that would help them have the best Q4 ever. In this episode, we are sharing 4 of our favorites with you. However, if you missed out Countdown To Q4 event, no worries because we are sharing all 30 of the tips just by clicking this link.…

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AI Agents Explained: The Future Of Customer Experience — Dom Steil | Why Scaling Brands Need AI, Why AI Agents Make Support Proactive, How iCommerce Powers DTC Growth, What Sets CX AI Agents Apart From ... 22:44

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In this episode, we dive into how AI agents are changing customer support (CX) and operations for DTC brands. Dom Steil, CEO and Founder of StateSet, shares how his platform automates complex tasks like warranty replacements and subscription changes while keeping a personal touch. He explains the difference between AI agents and chatbots, how to ma…

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SEO Is Dead. Long Live GEO. w/ Domaine's Mac King 51:54

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"ChatGPT is not that sophisticated yet. So for marketers, what that means is there are real ways right now for arbitrage in this short period of time before ChatGPT gets good enough to say, no, we're only showing the proper result." Mac King from Domaine breaks down why merchants are seeing ChatGPT and Perplexity show up as referral sources in thei…

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How To Succeed In Europe’s Fragmented Ecommerce Market — Nicolas Appert | Why Europe Is 30 Unique Markets, What Marketplaces Exist Beyond Amazon, What True Localization Requires, How To Select The Best ... 26:09

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In this episode, we dive into the challenge of selling products across the diverse markets of Europe. Nicolas Appert, CEO of Lengow, shares why Europe is a huge market of 30 small, unique countries with different rules, languages, and payment habits. He explains how localization is key, going beyond simple translation to include cultural understand…

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#361 - From Ecuador to Your Table in 24 Hours: How UrbanStems Built a Time-Critical Supply Chain 45:01

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Meenakshi Lala is the CEO of UrbanStems, an online floral gifting company that designs, sources, and delivers high-quality, curated bouquets and gifts across the U.S. She brings over two decades of operational experience from leading brands in fashion and retail such as Alice + Olivia, Juicy Couture, and Elie Tahari. Her expertise in scaling comple…

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From Chat To Checkout: How WhatsApp And AI Are Shaping The Future Of Ecommerce — Giorgio Pagliara | Why Commerce Shifts To Conversational AI, How AI Creates Personal Shopping Journeys, What Makes WhatsApp ... 26:47

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In this episode, we explore how to boost engagement and recover sales by moving from clicks to conversations. Giorgio Pagliari, CEO of Spoki, shares how his platform uses WhatsApp and AI to deliver instant customer support, automate communications, and drive revenue growth for ecommerce businesses. He also explains how AI is creating a new era of c…

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Jamil Bhuya: Why Store Owners Can't See Conversion Killers 49:15

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Jamil Bhuya has scaled businesses across three wildly different industries: restaurants, beauty, and now Shopify agencies. That multi-industry perspective gives him a unique superpower—he can spot the conversion killers that store owners become blind to. We talked about why fresh eyes matter more than fancy tools, the psychology behind purchase obj…

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TEA 205: Print 3X More Revenue With These 5 Pop-Ups 15:00

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In this episode, Dylan is out in order to prep for our conference down in Orlando. But, Josh is solo-ing this episode with 5 pop-ups you NEED for your ecommerce store to make the most out of every visitor. Only 2-5% of people actually buy when they land on your website. Meaning, you're leaving 95-98% of people that don't buy and probably won't ever…

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Why Ecosystem-First Matters On Shopify — Anton Ekström | Why Shopify Is The Commerce OS, How AI And Shopify Sidekick Support Merchants, Why Paid Beats Free Shopify Themes, What To Check In A Shopify Theme ... 25:11

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In this episode, we explore why a Shopify ecosystem-first approach is key for e-commerce growth. Anton Ekström, an entrepreneur and expert at Iggy Agency, explains why merchants should see Shopify as a powerful operating system, not just a simple store builder. He also shares tips on how to choose the right theme, avoid app clutter, and leverage Sh…

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How To Boost Ecommerce Retention And LTV With No-Code Mobile Apps — Gaurav Parvadiya | Why AI Powers E-commerce Growth, Why Retention Beats Acquisition, Why Push Notifications Win, How To Use App Data ... 23:24

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In this episode, we dive into the challenge of keeping customers coming back to online stores. Gaurav Parvadiya, founder and CEO of Twinr.dev, shares how mobile apps are changing the game for brands. He explains how apps can drive engagement, repeat purchases, and long-term loyalty by reaching customers directly and offering a more personal shoppin…

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Bots, Fraud, & Other Online Store BS 43:12

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We're seeing 10x more bots than humans on client stores. Fraudsters are buying your cheapest items to test stolen credit cards. Your SEO agency wants 150 new collections. This week, we dig into the actual problems hitting Shopify stores right now. Not theory, not best practices, but the real BS we're fixing for clients. We break down why your analy…

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TEA 204: The Road To $1M/Month (August Brand Update) 44:06

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Buy A Ticket To Our Virtual Experience We just crossed $219K in August sales for our partner brands across Shopify and Amazon - and we’re on the road to $1M in sales this November. In this episode, Josh shares what actually worked to get there, key projects we are working on this month to build foundation, and the exact offers we’re testing across …

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Ecommerce Advertising: A Comprehensive Guide — Noah Wickham | Why Brand Building Is Crucial, Why You Need An Ads Budget, How To Stand Out On Amazon, How To Optimize Your Listings, How To Use Data To Grow ... 30:30

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In this episode, we explore the challenges of standing out in crowded marketplaces and driving real e-commerce growth. Noah Wickham, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at My Amazon Guy, shares his approach to helping brands succeed by focusing on differentiation, understanding the competitive landscape, and creating a strong brand identity. He a…

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#360 - Supply Chain Lessons from Building Seed, Liquid IV, and Celsius 49:13

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Natan Bershtel is the Director of Business Development at Pelagic, a fractional supply chain partner for growing brands and CPG companies. Before Pelagic, Natan spent nearly 20 years as a public school teacher before joining and eventually running his family’s contract packaging business—where he worked with iconic names like Seed, Liquid IV, Celsi…