Talk Commerce

Brent Peterson interviews Jason Nyhus, General Manager at Shopware, about the latest trends in B2B commerce, platform flexibility, and the future of digital experiences. They explore the challenges and opportunities in regulated industries, the importance of adaptable platforms, and innovative features like live shopping.  Key  topics B2B market growth and trends Platform flexibility and customiza...

Chaitra Vedullapalli from Women in Cloud discusses the future of local commerce, the impact of AI, and the importance of adaptive leadership in the economic landscape. Chaitra discusses a topic that should be on every business leader's radar: the shift toward local commerce and how AI, community partnerships, and economic access are reshaping the way we buy, sell, and connect.  Key Takeaways Women...

Brent Peterson sits down with Michelle Donnelly , Chief Revenue Officer at Crescendo , to explore how AI-native customer experience solutions are transforming the way brands interact with their customers. The conversation covers everything from autonomous digital agents to the critical role humans still play in customer support. Michelle brings a wealth of experience from her time at Salesforce an...

Brent is joined by Paige Kosinski , co-founder of Odyssey Entertainment Group , an influencer talent management company that has grown from a boutique operation into a mid-size powerhouse. The conversation covers the evolution of the creator economy, the art of matching talent with brands, and the practical steps aspiring creators need to take to build sustainable careers. Whether you are a mercha...

Kathy Floam-Greenspan, founder of Palm Marketing, shares insights from her recent survey on B2B marketing challenges, the impact of AI, and strategies for maintaining focus in a rapidly changing environment. Takeaways Expectations are outpacing staffing and budgets in B2B marketing. Only 29% of marketers are confident in proving ROI with current tools. AI impacts strategy but is not a magic soluti...

Brent Peterson sits down with Chet Silverman, aka Mr. eTail, the Director of Sponsorships at eTail. With 25 years in the e-commerce conference space, Chet shares stories from the early dot-com crash days, how he convinced Google to exhibit before they were a household name, and why conferences remain the best way to connect with retail executives in a post-COVID world. He also breaks down the curr...

Brent Peterson sits down with Kanessa Muluneh , the founder of Nyle Investment Group , to discuss what it really takes to build businesses and invest across the African continent. From navigating trust issues and cultural differences to launching a gaming company and a vitamin brand, this conversation covers the rewards and realities of emerging market investment. Whether you're a business owner e...

Brent Peterson and Paul Byrne discuss the near future of AI, particularly its implications for software development and coding. Paul shares insights from his new book 'Adapt or Die', focusing on the different types of AI learning, the importance of human oversight in AI applications, and the challenges faced in integrating AI into development processes. They explore the democratization of coding t...

Brent Peterson sits down with Keri Concannon, CEO and Co-Founder, and Olivia Schmid, COO of Beauty Rep — a groundbreaking platform transforming the way medical aesthetics practices discover, learn about, and purchase products from brands. Keri draws on over 20 years of sales experience in the aesthetics industry, including nearly a decade at Obagi Medical, to explain the frustrations that inspired...

Sai Koppala, CMO of Commerce IQ, discusses the evolving landscape of retail media and the critical role of AI in optimizing marketing strategies. He highlights the importance of adapting to consumer behavior changes, leveraging automation, and the challenges brands face in a competitive market. The conversation also touches on the K-shaped economy and how it affects consumer purchasing decisions....

Talk Commerce is back with another round of standout conversations from eTail Palm Springs. In this compilation episode, host Isaac Morey sits down with several e-commerce leaders who share their perspectives on AI adoption, brand authenticity, stable coin payments, and the future of online shopping. eTail Palm Springs has long served as a gathering point for retail and e-commerce professionals, a...

eTail Palm Springs is one of the most important events on the e-commerce calendar. As one of the most anticipated events in the e-commerce calendar, eTail brings together senior retail leaders, DTC brands, and digital innovators to explore the evolving future of online and omnichannel retail. Every year, the event draws a powerful mix of founders, marketers, technology providers, and retail operat...

Shop Talk Las Vegas always delivers. The energy, the speed meetings, the creative themes. This year, Isaac Morey hit the floor with a camera and came back with a compilation of sharp, focused conversations from some of the most interesting people at the show. These interviews are a great example of what Content Cucumber's conference video service produces for brands. Show up with a booth, leave wi...

Brent Peterson interviews Namrata Sangani, a QA & Triage champion for Hyva and an Adobe E-commerce Champion. They discuss Namrata's journey in the e-commerce space, her visibility efforts on LinkedIn, and the impact of Hyva on Magento development. Namrata shares insights on the importance of community engagement, the role of women in e-commerce, and the future of  Hyva in the Magento ecosystem...

Brent Peterson interviews Thomas Gaffney, COO of OFA Group, discussing the evolution of the company from traditional architecture to a tech-focused entity in the blockchain and Web3 space. They dig into the concept of Real World Assets (RWA), exploring how tokenization can democratize investments, making them accessible to a broader audience. The conversation also highlights the differences betwee...

Jodi Scott, CEO and co-founder of Green Goo by Spry Life, shares her journey in creating plant-based first aid and personal care products. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of entrepreneurship, the importance of efficacy in natural products, and how her family plays a crucial role in the business. Jodi also addresses the impact of economic changes and tariffs on her company, and how techno...

Fraud doesn't sleep, and neither does the challenge of keeping good customers happy while stopping bad actors in their tracks. In this live episode of Talk Commerce , recorded on the floor of Shoptalk in Las Vegas, host Isaac Morey sat down with Nicole Jass from Signifyd for a candid, fast-moving conversation about what it really takes to protect an e-commerce business today — without driving away...

Recorded live at Shoptalk Spring 2026 by host Isaac Morey, the conversation features Amera Khalil, Director of Strategic Account Management at Commerce — the parent brand behind Feedonomics, BigCommerce, and MakeSwift. Together, they cover what brands actually need to do to stay visible as AI-powered discovery takes over consumer behavior. It's a practical, no-fluff conversation that's worth your...

In this episode of Talk Commerce, Jill Sherman from Wix discusses her journey from founding Modalyst to leading a division at Wix. She explains the drop shipping model, the importance of data-driven decisions, and how AI is revolutionizing e-commerce. Jill emphasizes the need for personalization and trust in online stores, and highlights Wix's innovative tools that empower entrepreneurs to build a...

In this episode of the Talk Commerce podcast Live from Shoptalk, host Isaac Morey sits down with Thomas Lichtwerch from Manhattan Associates during the vibrant Shoptalk Las Vegas conference. This conversation addresses the evolving demands of today’s retail environment, specifically focusing on the critical shift toward unified commerce. By analyzing data from a recent industry report, they break...

In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Bashak Ilhan, founder and CEO of Road Group. They discuss Bashak's entrepreneurial journey, her passion for global business, and the intricacies of building brands for the US market. The conversation covers various topics including the challenges of e-commerce, the impact of tariffs, and the importance of emotional value in branding. Bash...

In this episode of the Talk Commerce podcast Live from Shoptalk, host Isaac Morey speaks with Karen Wood, the Chief Marketing Officer at Treasure Data. Filmed directly from the bustling show floor at Shoptalk in Las Vegas, this episode explores the practical application of artificial intelligence in modern marketing. The conversation highlights how businesses—ranging from mid-sized companies to la...

In this episode of Talk Commerce, Isaac Morey hosts a conversation recorded directly from the floor of Shoptalk in Las Vegas. The discussion features Dan Wagner, the founder and CEO of Rezolve AI, who provides insights into the rapidly evolving landscape of retail technology. The pair explores the essential role of agentic commerce, addressing how businesses must adapt to the shifting expectations...

In this episode Live from Shoptalk, host Isaac Morey sits down with Ken Chestnut , the Global Head of Partner Ecosystem at Intuit , live from the floor of Shoptalk in Las Vegas. If you have ever wondered how industry leaders like Intuit—the powerhouse behind QuickBooks and Mailchimp—are bridging the gap between financial operations and marketing growth, this episode provides a front-row seat. They...

Mark Shust discusses the development of Marko.build, a modern PHP framework inspired by Magento, aiming to simplify complex e-commerce development. The conversation covers the limitations of Magento, the vision behind Marko, and its potential to revolutionize e-commerce development with modularity, AI integration, and flexibility. Key  topics The limitations of Magento 2 and the need for a modern...