Built to Sway: Eric Wimer with Scott Hartley
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In episode 84 of Venture Everywhere, Scott Hartley, Co-founder and Managing Partner of Everywhere Ventures, sits down with Eric Wimer, founder and CEO of Sway, a next-generation delivery and returns platform reinventing the post-purchase experience for ecommerce. Eric shares Sway’s evolution from a simple idea into a full-stack logistics solution built to streamline delivery and reduce return fraud. Eric also discusses how Sway is scaling by focusing on high-density markets, leveraging partner networks to expand efficiently, and building a culture-first team to power its logistics and tech operations.
In this episode, you will hear:
- Sway’s tech-driven approach to returns using doorstep pickups and gig-based logistics.
- Creative, capital-efficient strategies Sway is using to expand its national footprint.
- Partnering with brands to improve post-purchase experience and loyalty.
- The role of network density and demand-side growth in scaling a logistics platform.
- Culture and decision frameworks that foster autonomous, mission-driven teams.
Learn more about Eric Wimer | Sway
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wimes/
Website: https://www.shipsway.com/
Learn more about Scott Harley | Everywhere Ventures
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scotthartley/
Website: https://everywhere.vc/ | https://scotthartley.com/
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