Talk Commerce

Bo Abrams, the CEO of Komu, discusses the concept of home sharing and how Komu is creating a social network for sharing primary homes. He highlights the importance of trust and relationships in the home sharing process and how Komu aims to connect people within their trusted networks. Bo also talks about the challenges of scaling the platform and ensuring that hosts list their homes for cost rathe...

Sanne Bolkenstein, the producer of Meet Magento Netherlands, discusses the importance of community in the Magento ecosystem. She highlights the role of Meet Magento in bringing the community together, organizing events, and facilitating knowledge exchange. Sanne also talks about the Magento Association and its role in representing the community's needs and providing a platform for collaboration wi...

In this insightful episode of Talk Commerce, host Brent Peterson sits down with Kristin N. Spencer, a renowned marketing strategist and self-proclaimed "biggest word nerd." Kristin shares her journey and the innovative approach she brings to marketing, shedding light on why she believes the traditional methods have an expiration date. The conversation kicks off with a discussion on customer avatar...

In this conversation, Brent Peterson interviews Kate Bradley Chernis, CEO of Lately, about the role of machine learning in content creation. They discuss the importance of understanding the neuroscience behind content engagement and the need for human curation in AI-generated content. Kate explains how Lately leverages AI to analyze social media analytics and create personalized messaging that res...

In this conversation, Anthony Nwaneri, founder of getmorelisteners.com, discusses his journey in the podcasting space and offers insights on how to grow a podcast. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on the content and creating episodes that are attractive and intriguing to listeners. Nwaneri also highlights the need for persistence and learning from failures along the way. He suggests asking...

In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Muliadi Jeo, the CTO of CirClo, about his role in organizing Meet Magento events in Southeast Asia. Muliadi shares his passion for e-commerce consulting and customer behavior experience. He explains how he started Meet Magento Indonesia and why he decided to expand to Malaysia. Muliadi discusses the importance of building a strong local c...

Kuba Zulinski, founder of SnowDog and active member of the Magento community, discusses his role in organizing Meet Magento Poland and Meet Commerce events. He emphasizes the importance of supporting the Magento Association and the need for an independent organization to take care of the Magento open source ecosystem. Kuba also shares his passion for adventure racing and outdoor activities. keywor...

Isabel Alvarez, founder of Albisa Candles, shares her journey of creating unique candles that evoke memories of Cuban culture. She discusses the inspiration behind her candles, the scents that set them apart, and the importance of sharing her heritage. Isabel also talks about the challenges of being an entrepreneur and the involvement of her family in the business. She mentions her plans for expan...

Join host Brent Peterson as he chats with Leandro Jesus, organizer of Meet Magento Brazil! In this episode, Leandro shares his passion for Magento and his insights into the thriving Brazilian ecommerce scene. He discusses the highlights of the recent Meet Magento Brazil event, including its unique free-to-attend model and the exciting plans for next year. Leandro also emphasizes the importance of...

Join host Brent Peterson as he talks with Peter Karpas, CEO of Bold Commerce, about the often-overlooked world of checkout optimization. Discover why merchants are afraid to touch their checkout process and how Bold Commerce helps them overcome this fear to unlock significant revenue growth. Peter shares insights on the "checkout power trio" - conversion, average order value, and lifetime value -...

Summary The conversation covers the Meet Magento New York event. The speakers discuss the benefits of attending the event, opportunities for attendees, and the importance of using the Hyva theme for Magento sites. They also mention the networking opportunities and social events at the conference. takeaways They highlight the benefits of attending Meet Magento New York and the various opportunities...

Summary Diane Pisani, founder of Home Watch Academy, discusses the Home Watch industry and its potential for millennials. Home Watch is a service where homeowners hire a company to take care of their unoccupied homes. With two out of three wealthy Americans owning second homes, the industry is growing. Diane recognized the need for standards and education in the industry, leading her to start the...

Summary In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Sanne Bolkenstein, the Commercial Director at Hyva. They discuss the importance of a performant front-end theme for Magento, the benefits of using Hyva, and the future of the Magento community. Sanne also emphasizes the need for diversity within the e-commerce industry. keywords Hyva, Magento, front-end theme, performance, communi...

Summary Kristin Schoenstein, Portfolio Director for eTail US shows, discusses the process of putting on a conference and the importance of retailers attending eTail. She highlights the community aspect of eTail and the opportunities for networking and collaboration. Kristin also emphasizes the variety of content and activities available at eTail, including themed summits, networking breaks, cockta...

Summary In this conversation, Brent Peterson and Jesse Reitsma discuss the state of the Magento community and the impact of Adobe's acquisition of Magento. They explore the differences between the European and US Magento communities, with Europe being more skeptical of Adobe's messaging and US being more receptive. They also discuss the role of MageOS in challenging Adobe's dominance and the need...

Summary Simon Jones, founder of Code Extension, discusses his role in helping agencies discover new technology and tech vendors reach out to more agencies. He connects with agencies and tech vendors through LinkedIn and Slack, organizing partner intro calls and LinkedIn live sessions to showcase success stories and build relationships. Simon is passionate about building a community and helping age...

Summary Lori Schaeffer, CEO of Digital Wave Technology, discusses the role of AI in product information management and marketing. She emphasizes the importance of automation and analytics in the e-commerce space, and highlights the value of personalization, social commerce, sustainability, and dynamic pricing. Schaeffer also discusses the impact of voice technology, blockchain, and augmented reali...

Summary In this episode, Brent Peterson interviews Diz Petit, the co-founder and CEO of Liquid Donate, a sustainable social impact software company. They discuss the importance of corporate social responsibility, the issue of excess inventory and waste, and how Liquid Donate is matching excess inventory with schools and nonprofits in need. Diz shares her journey from working at Postmates to starti...

Summary In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Linda Xu, the Chief Commercial Officer at Skipify. They discuss how Skipify is revolutionizing the e-commerce checkout experience by providing a next-gen connected wallet that makes online transactions smoother, more secure, and user-friendly. Linda shares insights on the importance of authorization rates, personalized shopping ex...

Summary Peter Van der Westhuizen, from the partnerships team at Linnworks, discusses the importance of technology in creating a seamless customer experience in e-commerce. He highlights the four key areas of focus: omni-channel marketing, shipping and fulfillment, continuous engagement, and post-purchase experience. Peter emphasizes the need for the right technology stack to manage inventory, orde...

Summary Chris Moe, CEO and founder of Cartograph, discusses his role in helping consumer packaged goods brands succeed on Amazon. He highlights the importance of crafting compelling product listings and utilizing advertising to drive visibility and sales. Moe also discusses trends in the food and beverage industry, such as the rise of emerging brands and the popularity of gummies as a new form fac...

Summary In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Karim Boktor, a leadership and business hypnotherapist. Karim shares his personal journey of overcoming anxiety and depression in his own business and how he discovered the power of the subconscious mind. He explains that 80-90% of our decisions and behaviors are driven by the subconscious, and understanding and rewiring the subco...

Summary Udayan Bose, founder and CEO of NetElixir, discusses the importance of AI in digital marketing and the challenges faced by e-commerce merchants. He emphasizes the need for experimentation and testing, as well as reserving time for learning and staying updated with industry changes. Bose believes that AI-powered experimentation is essential for businesses to thrive and recommends his compan...

Summary Jordi Vermeer, Vice President of Revenue for North America at Channel Engine, discusses the role of Channel Engine in helping brands and resellers list, optimize, and manage their marketplace sales. He explains how Channel Engine integrates with platforms like Amazon and offers automation and tools to streamline the process. Vermeer also discusses the trend of hybrid selling, where brands...

Summary In this episode, Ben Johnson, the CEO and founder of Particle 41, discusses the importance of OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) in goal setting and measuring progress. He explains how OKRs can bring a data-driven culture to organizations and shares examples of how they can be applied in business. Ben also talks about Particle 41's services, including software development, application moder...