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Agency JourneyStrategic Growth and Acquisition With Dean DutroDean Dutro is the CEO of Worth eCommerce, an email marketing agency. His team helps e-commerce companies increase revenue by up to 60% in six months with email marketing systems built in Klaviyo. Dean co-founded Worth eCommerce with the mission of boosting profits, engagement, and brand loyalty for clients.Dean is also the Founder of Emailgrowthtraining.com, where he teaches clients how to grow their e-commerce revenue by 30-40% using email marketing. He has previously founded two other agencies, Instant Email Copy and GobySavvy.In this episode…The path to success is never straight — it o...
2021-11-1038 min
Garlic Marketing ShowThe Top 4 Performing Email Automations for eCommerce Companies with Dean Dutro, the CEO of Worth eCommerceWhat are the top 4 performing email automation that every eCommerce company should have? Join Ian and CEO of Worth eCommerce, Dean Dutro, on this episode of the Garlic Marketing Show to learn more about how to improve your email engagement, SMS engagement, and the secret VIP series. What You’ll Learn:How to Return $42 on Every $1 You SpendTop 4 Performing Email Automations + The VIP SeriesThe One Strategy Dean is Changing His Mind OnHow to Increase SMS Engagement on Your eCommerce StoreThe One Thing You Should NEVER Do with Email Capture...
2021-10-2735 min
The Relationship Commerce PodcastTop SMS Marketing Strategies for eCommerce BrandsRyan O'Connor is a Co-founder and VP of Growth at Worth eCommerce. At Worth eCommerce, Ryan has worked with over 1,000 eCommerce clients to turn their email strategy into a valuable profit source. Before building Worth eCommerce, Ryan was the Founder of Gobysavvy, a UX design agency for eCommerce companies. He also founded Clusiv and was a UX Mentor at CareerFoundry. Ryan holds a master’s degree in psychology from California State University, Long Beach. In this episode… Do you use SMS as part of your eCommerce brand’s marketing strategies? How can SMS serve...
2021-08-1733 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastGetting Ahead of the Curve With SMS MarketingNavin Jain is the Strategic Account Executive for SMS at Klaviyo, a company that helps businesses own their marketing and create great customer experiences. Navin is SMS Strategy Certified and has many years of experience driving sales in both the retail and real estate spaces. Before joining Klaviyo, he honed his skills as the Enterprise Sales Representative at Promoboxx, Manager of Revenue Development at GuideSpark, and National Account Sales Executive at Asure Software. In this episode… Are you a growing eCommerce brand that isn’t getting enough from your email marketing strategies? Do you want to g...
2021-08-1338 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastWhy Good Social Media Marketing Prioritizes RelationshipsBryan Spunt is the Chief Executive Officer of Seek Discomfort, a clothing brand launched in May 2018 by the founders of the Yes Theory YouTube channel. He is also the Co-founder and Chief Smile Officer of Big Smiles Program, a nonprofit art program that works with children's hospitals in Los Angeles. He is also an Advisory Board Member for PopSockets. Bryan is a serial entrepreneur with a passion for living a balanced and full life. He finds the same level of commitment to his health, hobbies, and relationships as he does to his business endeavors. He believes this i...
2021-06-2243 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastStrategies for Fulfilling Your eCommerce OrdersJimmy Zona is the Director of eCommerce and Digital Marketing at Turbie Twist, a company that makes super absorbent microfiber hair towels with over 30 million sold to date. Jimmy is a seasoned business executive with over nine years of experience in operations management and content production across multiple sectors. Under his leadership, he’s grown Turbie Twist’s revenue to $1 million per year and increased their site traffic from 2,000 visits a month to over 70,000. Jimmy has been featured in the Inc. 500. In this episode… Have you been facing challenges with your logistics as your eCommerce busine...
2021-06-1543 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow Adding Value Can Revolutionize a Simple ProductKara Goldin is the Founder & CEO of Hint Inc., a healthy lifestyle brand that produces award-winning, unsweetened flavored water as well as scented sunscreen that's oxybenzone and paraben-free. She has received numerous accolades including being named EY Entrepreneur of the Year for Northern California in 2017, one of Instyle's 2019 Badass 50, and one of Fortune's Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs. Kara is also the author of Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters and host of The Kara Goldin Show. In this episode… Have you been thinking about creating an innovative product to serve a certain audience? Is the...
2021-06-0147 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastThe Value of Investing in Repeat CustomersPete Williams is the Co-founder, CEO, and eCommerce Marketing Director for Simply Headsets. He is an award-winning marketer, entrepreneur, and author from Melbourne, Australia. He is a Southern Region Finalist in the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Program, a Small Business ICON (Best-in-Class) Recipient, and an Australian Business Award Winner for Marketing Excellence. He is also the Author of the books, Cadence: A Tale of Fast Business Growth, 10% Wins: A Roadmap for Achieving Exponential Growth in Any Business, and How to Turn Your Million-Dollar Idea into a Reality (From the Man Who Sold the MCG). Pete's...
2021-05-2540 min
Travis Makes Money607: Dean Dutro | It Only Takes One SuccessWhen you become addicted to seeing and building the growth of others, you’d be surprised how much you grow yourself. Dean Dutro is the Co-Founder of Worth eCommerce, a company with a sole focus on growing revenue by creating a lasting relationship between people and their customers through the most personable form of digital connection: email. Dean is also the Founder of Email Growth Training and Co-Host of the Relationship Commerce Podcast. I’m looking forward to getting into this conversation with Dean, a networking and relationship expert who le...
2021-05-2239 min
Travis Makes Money607: Dean Dutro | It Only Takes One SuccessWhen you become addicted to seeing and building the growth of others, you’d be surprised how much you grow yourself. Dean Dutro is the Co-Founder of Worth eCommerce, a company with a sole focus on growing revenue by creating a lasting relationship between people and their customers through the most personable form of digital connection: email. Dean is also the Founder of Email Growth Training and Co-Host of the Relationship Commerce Podcast. I’m looking forward to getting into this conversation with Dean, a networking and relationship expert who le...
2021-05-2233 min
You Can Overcome Anything! Podcast ShowYou Can Overcome Anything: Ep 156 - To Scale one Must Let go of Control – Dean DutroCesarRespino.com brings to you a special guest by the name of Dean Dutro to You Can Overcome Anything! Podcast Show.Dean is the Co-founder of Worth eCommerce, a 7+ figure eCommerce marketing agency that helps businesses of all sizes dramatically grow their revenue by at least 30% with lifecycle email marketing and SMS marketing. Dean is an eCommerce email marketing and SMS expert, a Klaviyo Platinum Partner, and sits on Klaviyo’s Advisory Council. He is also the Founder of Email Growth Training and has helped over 600 stores grow leveraging email. He is also the host of th...
2021-05-2139 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastLeveraging the 7 Touch Points of Marketing to Grow Your BrandKatie McKinnon is the President of Welo Probiotics, a healthy snack and beverage wellness company based out of Canada that donates a portion of its sales to communities abroad. Katie’s team motto is to test, learn, and optimize everything they do, which is embedded in their company culture of empowerment, curiosity, and to continuously question why. Katie was featured pitching on Dragons’ Den, a Canadian television series similar to Shark Tank. She has a background in sales and marketing, and is equipped with a passion for health and wellness. In this episode… Which m...
2021-05-1345 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow Following Established eCommerce Brands Can Grow Your BusinessMichael Bires is the Founder of Nutrition Faktory, a vitamin and supplement company based out of Tennessee. Michael has over 20 years of experience in the nutrition space having worked in branding, retail, and ecommerce. Nutrition Faktory company has seen tremendous growth since its beginning in 2017, opening 12 stores in its first 18 months. When COVID-19 hit, their website exploded — it took them only three days in 2021 to beat all of their January 2020 online sales. In this episode… Are there any top-performing ecommerce brands you admire in your industry? If so, what is it about them that...
2021-05-1154 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Maximize the Vending Machine on Your eCommerce WebsiteBrett Bernstein is the Founder & CEO at Gatsby, a SaaS platform for identifying and engaging your brand’s social customers at scale. Gatsby is an influencer marketing software that helps brands build fully automated influencer strategies. Brett has spent his career launching products and businesses that cut to the heart of the consumer and brand experience. In this episode… Are you currently working with social media influencers to promote your ecommerce brand? What strategies do you use to find and choose the best influencers to work with? How are you measuring your efforts? Or, are you...
2021-05-0427 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastWhat Top Brands Require to Collaborate with e-Commerce BusinessesPeter Hajduček is the Founder and CEO at Footshop, a company about sneakers, creativity, and urban lifestyle. Some of their most popular products are stylish sneaker collaborations with Drake, Nike, Kanye West, and Adidas, among others. They are the only retailer in Central East Europe who can sell these sneakers, leading the Czech and Slovak markets. In this episode… Have you ever considered collaborating with top brands to sell their products in your e-commerce store? Do you know what you need to prioritize while you’re putting together a partnership? What’s your plan? I...
2021-04-2926 min
INspired INsider Podcast[Top Agency Series] Getting the Most out of Email and SMS with Dean Dutro of Worth eCommerceDean Dutro is an email marketing expert and the Co-founder of Worth eCommerce. His business seeks to lower marketing costs by maximizing ROI from email and SMS outreach. He also founded Email Growth Training, which features his own curriculum on e-commerce growth through strategic email systems. In addition, Dean serves as the host of the Relationship Commerce Podcast, where he interviews top e-commerce entrepreneurs to learn about their stories and strategies. His goal across all of his ventures is to see other e-commerce platforms grow and succeed in today’s competitive marketplace. In this episode…...
2021-04-2755 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastThe Challenges With Being the Face of Your e-Commerce BrandBrian Burt is the Founder and CEO of Canopy Management, a full-service, full-stack, “A-to-Z,” done-for-you Amazon marketing agency. They are dedicated to helping brands scale their businesses, gain market share, and become the royalty of their Amazon categories. Brian is a New Jersey native but spent most of his life in Arizona and Chicago before moving to Austin to launch Canopy with Brian Johnson, his Co-founder. He studied marketing and business development at Arizona State University. In this episode… What have you heard about selling on the Amazon Marketplace? Did you know that it has...
2021-04-2743 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Use Long-Form Sales Pages to Boost e-Commerce SalesByron Walker is the CEO and Founder of Survival Frog, a one-stop-shop for the end of the world. He is an entrepreneur with a rich background in coaching and consulting support for small businesses. With Survival Frog, Byron has created the largest and most trusted source of survival and preparedness products online. Since its start, the company has evolved into the industry leader of preparedness products with over a million customers throughout the US. Survival Frog's mission is to provide an amazing buying experience for their customers on a grand scale. The experience touches every department, from h...
2021-04-2243 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastShould You Sell Through e-Commerce, Retail, or Both?Victoria Beattie is the Co-founder and Owner of The Beach People, a beach and seaside brand that sells luxe products through brick-and-mortar stores and online. The brand, based on the Northern Rivers of New South Wales, started in 2013 and has since grown to have offices in Los Angeles, the Gold Coast, and all around the globe. It all began with a simple idea between Victoria and her sister, Emma Henderson: a round beach towel. The original “Roundie” towel sold out in its first season and has since become a must-have for sea lovers around the world. In...
2021-04-2016 min
Time to ResetThe Right Message To The Right Person At The Right Time: The Secrets To Effective Email Marketing With Dean DutroSome people say email marketing is dead. Nothing could be further from the truth. In reality, email has become more nuanced as a marketing platform and it remains the single best way that you can reach the people who want to listen to what you have to say. Dean Dutro explains this in more detail in this conversation with Penny Zenker. Dean is the co-founder of Worth eCommerce, a marketing firm that specializes in helping eCommerce companies increase their revenue through sophisticated email and SMS marketing solutions. Listen in as he explains the unique advantages that email has over o...
2021-04-1632 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow Outsourcing Boosts Your e-Commerce ManagementChad Ross is the Founder & CEO of Dorsal Bracelets, a lifestyle accessory brand built on the love for the ocean and a never-ending pursuit to preserve the planet. Before starting Dorsal Bracelets, Chad was the Founder and CEO of Chuck Waters, a coastal-inspired lifestyle brand. He also worked as the Associate Director of Marketing at Ad Genius. Chad holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from the College of Charleston. In this episode… Do you know your strengths and weaknesses as a business leader? Do you find it difficult to rec...
2021-04-1552 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastWhy Experience is the Best Teacher When Building an e-Commerce BrandFranklin Fala is the Co-founder and CEO of Swiftronics, a leader in the private reseller market of consumer electronics that aren't readily available to the domestic market. Franklin got his start as a merchant on eBay and went on to open three brick-and-mortar stores that later led to his current website. In addition to electronics, Swiftronics now offers repairs and accessories. In this episode… How long have you been running your e-commerce brand? What have you learned along the way? What obstacles have you been dealing with—and how have you applied those lessons moving forw...
2021-04-1325 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastShould You Avoid Outsourcing When You First Start Your Business?Braxton Manley is the Co-Founder of Braxley Bands, a lifestyle brand that makes the world’s most comfortable Apple Watch bands. Braxley Bands uses an innovative elastic material that Braxton and his dormmate invented for a class project. The business partners started with a $20 budget and a borrowed sewing machine before scaling the business to a top 1% performing Shopify store—without investments. Braxton holds a degree from the Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business. In this episode… Are you the go-to creative in your new e-commerce business? Are you thinking of hiring an agency...
2021-04-0848 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastGrowing Beyond Building Your BrandBrian Speciale is the Co-Founder of The Comfy, a cozy brand selling wearable blankets. The Comfy was founded alongside Brian’s brother, Michael, in 2017, when he stumbled upon Brian’s son wearing an oversized hoodie. Just six months later, Brian and Michael were presenting their venture on ABC’s Shark Tank and struck a deal. Since then, The Comfy has been sold across the world on Amazon and retail storefronts like Costco, Sam’s Club, and Target. The Comfy is now one of the five most successful companies in Shark Tank history. In this episode… What...
2021-04-0629 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastShould Your Brand and Brand Partners Share the Same Values?Lindsey Wilson is the Founder and CEO of OWL Venice, a health and wellness brand located in Venice, California. Standing for One Whole Life, the company offers chicken, turkey, beef, and vegan mineral elixirs. Their broth elixirs are hand-crafted in small batches, using high-quality grass-fed, organic bones, and organic herbs and vegetables, all sourced weekly from local farmer’s markets. Their recipes are seasonal and vary every week depending on what is available locally. Before starting OWL Venice, Lindsey worked as a freelance photographer, graphic designer, and web designer as well as the marketing manager for a wom...
2021-04-0136 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastAre You Leveraging Your Customer’s Shopping Habits to Build Your Business?Kelley Thornton is the Co-Founder of Tiege Hanley, an uncomplicated skincare company for men. Tiege Hanley was founded by four “regular guys” who wanted to create a product system and brand that makes skin care meaningful, accessible, affordable, and clinically relevant for regular guys like you. Outside of skincare, Kelley was the Founder, CEO and Board Member of Purchase Point LLC, Regional Sales Manager at International Paper, and POP Display Vendor at Unilever. He has a degree in Economics from the University of Connecticut. In this episode… Do you know where your customers shop? A...
2021-03-3042 min
Do Good WorkBehind the Scenes of Rapidly Scaling an Agency with Dean DutroDean Dutro is the co-founder of Worth eCommerce, a 7+ figure eCommerce marketing agency that helps businesses of all sizes dramatically grow their revenue by at least 30% with lifecycle email marketing and SMS marketing. Dean is an eCommerce email marketing and SMS expert, a Klaviyo Platinum Partner, and sits on Klaviyo’s Advisory Council. He is also the founder of Email Growth Training and has helped over 600 stores grow leveraging email. He is also the host of the Relationship Commerce Podcast, which focuses on eCommerce founders, their stories, struggles, and strategies that are working to scale now. Highlights...
2021-03-2634 min
WomenWhoBuildEmpiresUsing Your Core Values as Part of Smart Decision Making with Dean DutroCo-Founder of Worth eCommerce, Dean Dutro helps business owners experience 30% growth through the use of email and SMS marketing. On the podcast, he shares what he’s learned about scaling his business and how using his core values as a guidepost helps him make better decisions. Enjoy listening! HIGHLIGHTS: How did Dean get into the email marketing and SMS marketing space and began his business around it? How did their business’ core values help in their decision-making? How do the organizational structure and the operations of a company move with the increase in the numbe...
2021-03-2632 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastThe Importance of Understanding Your Customers' Pain Points When Creating an e-Commerce ProductTristan Swanwick is a former journalist turned entrepreneur. He is the Co-Founder and CEO of Swanwick, an innovative health tech company that helps optimize sleep, performance, and productivity with its flagship Swannies Blue Light Blocking Glasses. Swannies have been worn by leading health and sleep experts like Dr. Oz and have also been featured in publications like The New York Times, GQ, and BuzzFeed. Swanwick has sold more than 120,000 pairs of blue light blocking glasses to date. Before this, Tristan worked in the media industry for more than 15 years in Australia, Canada, the UK, and the US. H...
2021-03-2553 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastShould You Invent Multiple Products When Starting an e-Commerce Business?Anders Ankarlid is the Co-Founder and CEO of A Good Company, a company that creates thoughtful, sustainable, and elegant everyday products. They create and sell different kinds of daily use items, like notebooks, pens, toilet paper, and phone cases, all with the production materials that have the least environmental impact. A Good Company only works with suppliers that they know personally, they never use harmful chemicals like Bisphenol A plastics, and they make sure to compensate for any emissions that come from shipping and travel. Anders started A Good Company because he wants to be able to t...
2021-03-2345 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Hit the “Wow Factor” with Your e-Commerce ProductsDeborah Brenner is the Founder and Director of Las Delicias Patisserie, a boutique artisanal bakery producing high-end gluten-free pastries baked with the finest locally-sourced ingredients. Originally from Argentina, she started the business in 2009 to make the impossible possible—and now offers only products that are kosher, vegetarian, all-natural, and non-GMO. Deborah has over 20 years of experience in investment banking. Before starting Las Delicias Patisserie, she served as Vice President at UBS International, Managing Director at Fieldston Advisors Ltd., and Vice President of Private Banking, Latin America at Bank Hapoalim. In this episode… What makes...
2021-03-1833 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastThe Benefits of Creating an Emotional Connection with Your e-Commerce CustomersJay Levitt is the CEO of Lofta, a digital HealthTech company leveraging virtual care technology to revolutionize the diagnostic journey for sleep apnea, chronic snoring, and sleep breathing disorders. Through the Lofta Complete Path and the Lofta RightStart Therapy Program, troubled sleepers are able to move from initial engagement, through screening, testing, and diagnosis, and into therapy in under a week—all from home. Outside of Lofta, Jay is a Trustee on the Board of Directors for the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego and holds a degree in Communication Studies and Business Administration from the University of...
2021-03-1657 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastWhy Customized e-Commerce Products Create Value for Your CustomersPatrick Hayes is the Founder of 1767 Designs, a woodworking company that creates one-of-a-kind statement pieces of furniture made from Nashville's torn-down homes. 1767 is dedicated to honoring Nashville's historic architecture by reimagining the wood reclaimed from these homes. Patrick built his first coffee table in 2014 using wood he found after a home was torn down near his Nashville apartment. Now, his 1767 team of woodworkers operates out of a 6,000 square foot studio in East Nashville, creating wall art, furniture, and other art pieces. In this episode… Have you ever considered creating customized e-commerce products for you...
2021-03-1132 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Start an e-Commerce Business with What You Already HaveBeav Brodie is the Founder of Tactical Baby Gear, a military-style baby gear brand inspired by a new generation of involved fathers. Beav founded the company in 2013 to provide dads with the tools necessary to meet the rugged demands of parenting. The bags are built with military-style durability and packing efficiency, complete with fasteners, MOLLE webbing, and carabiners to strap up all the diapers, bottles, and accessories of fatherhood. In 2018, Tactical Baby Gear was recognized by The Wall Street Journal as part of a niche market that has doubled and even tripled sales in the last year...
2021-03-0949 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow Partnering with Other Brands Boosts Awareness for Your e-Commerce ProductsVictoria Flores is a Co-Founder at Lux Beauty Club, a company that manufacturers high quality CBD products for beauty and wellness. Their products are THC-free, USA-made from FDA-certified farms, and crafted with the goal of improving lives and offering nontoxic alternative methods for health and beauty. Lux Beauty Club’s products contain cannabinoids, plant terpenes, and a combination of vitamins, minerals, and flavonoids. All these compounds multiply and work together to form what is known as the entourage effect. Before starting Lux Beauty Club, Victoria was Chief of Staff at Katz Capital, a boutique trade and execution fir...
2021-03-0434 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastWhat to Consider While Overhauling Your e-Commerce BusinessBrandon Kim is one of the three Co-Founders of Brevitē, a direct-to-consumer backpack company that makes fun, functional, and innovative backpacks. Brandon started Brevitē with his brothers in 2015 while studying industrial design at the Rhode Island School of Design. Today, Brevitē is one of the top camera bags in the market. They have sold out of their inventory four times in the last year alone and earned millions in sales. They’ve donated more than $180,000 during the COVID-19 pandemic to charities that support the homeless and civics education in New York. Brandon was recognized in Forbes 30 Under 30 in 20...
2021-03-0253 min
Smart Business Revolution | Turn Relationships into Revenues | Networking | More Clients | Relationship AdviceDean Dutro | How to Get More Sales Using EmailDean Dutro is the Co-founder of Worth eCommerce, a company that helps businesses of all sizes to dramatically grow their revenue by at least 30% with lifecycle email marketing, and he is also the Founder of Email Growth Training where he provides online training that can help businesses boost their sales, increase their profits, and massively grow their e-commerce business. Dean is an e-commerce email marketing expert and is one of Klaviyo's top partners, and he also hosts his own podcast, The Relationship Commerce Podcast where he features top e-commerce entrepreneurs and marketers to talk about their stories...
2021-02-2625 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastThe Value of Creativity and Innovation in e-Commerce EnterprisesAdam Short is the Co-Founder and VP of Sales at Renegade Brands, a company owned and operated by a sports-minded group with unmatched experience, passion, and integrity. Renegade Brands and their team design and deliver the highest quality products that provide exceptional performance, while also producing no toxic impact on the environment. Renegade Brands’ products are used by over 200 professional NCAA teams, including the New York Yankees, the Dodgers, the Denver Nuggets, the Pistons, Mavericks, and so many more. They also sell disinfectants and serve nursing homes, medical offices, retail locations, and the hospitality industry. In...
2021-02-2535 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastEmail Retargeting Strategies for Your e-Commerce BusinessAdam Robinson is the Founder and CEO of GetEmails, the world's first-ever email-based retargeting software. He is also the Co-Founder and President of Robly Email Marketing, an email marketing service provider with headquarters in New York City and San Francisco. Adam is the #1 bestselling author of Permission (Sh)marketing and holds a degree in Economics from Rice University. In this episode… Do you have an email list for your e-commerce brand? Have you faced any challenges growing it organically? If you’ve already built a robust email list, what specific strategies do you use...
2021-02-2341 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Start Small and Grow Your Niche e-Commerce BrandSimon Booth is the Owner and Director of Kiddimoto, a company that makes balanced bikes, helmets, scooters, and more for kids. After building a superbike-inspired wooden balanced bike prototype in his flat, the idea for the first Kiddimoto balanced bike was born. Now, Kiddimoto has sold over 1 million bikes. With accessories lifting the business to the next level, they’ve also sold over 2 million helmets. Simon has created a company that is the leader in fun, well-crafted, and super cool ride-ons, safety wear, and accessories for kids. Simon holds a degree in Automotive Engineering from The University of...
2021-02-1837 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Grow Your e-Commerce Brand Through Brand Ambassadors and PartnershipsRob Fraser is the Founder and CEO of endūr, an athletic lifestyle brand that elevates performance socks by fusing expressive designs with technical features. As a five-time member of the Canadian National Downhill Mountain Bike Team, Rob's competitive nature fueled his entrepreneurial spirit and provided a unique framework for building a business. From humble beginnings working out of a basement in 2016, Rob bootstrapped endūr to a 7 figure revenue by assembling a world-class team. With an unwavering focus on performance, design, and community, endūr is an emerging and innovative leader in the athletic industry. In reco...
2021-02-1649 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastEducating Your Customers and Increasing the MarketDane Chauvel is the President and Co-Founder of Organic Ocean Seafood, a major supplier of sustainable seafood. Organic Ocean provides wild-caught and responsibly cultured seafood to the world’s top chefs, restaurants, and families just like yours. Their products are sustainably harvested by local fishermen, making Organic Ocean Canada's leading supplier of 100% sustainably harvested and produced premium seafood. Coupled with Dane’s expertise in venture capital and technology management, Organic Ocean has been able to balance the fisherman’s way of life and the ecological impact their work has on fisheries. A second-generation fisherman raising third-generation fishermen, Dane ea...
2021-02-1134 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastShould You Focus on Serving People or Growing Profits?Dr. Travis Zigler is the Founder and CEO of Eye Love, a company on a mission to end preventable blindness by providing affordable, high-quality eye products. Joining forces with his wife and Co-Founder, Dr. Jenna Zigler, the two are on a journey to heal one million dry eye sufferers naturally by the year 2030. Dr. Travis Zigler is an optometrist-turned-entrepreneur, shifting his career as the Owner and Optometrist of Eye Love Cares Clinic to Amazon PPC Coach with Profitable Pineapple. Particularly after Eye Love earned almost $4 million in sales in 2020, Dr. Zigler has been helping other entrepreneurs grow t...
2021-02-0959 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Build an e-Commerce Brand with Limited ResourcesMark Samuel is the Founder and CEO of IWON Organics, a health and wellness company that makes bold, flavor-infused snacks made from plant-based proteins like peas, beans, and brown rice. IWON, which stands for “I'm Winning on Nutrition”, is focused on healthy snacking and successful, long-term eating habits based on the principles of balanced nutritional profiles which are made up of healthy proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. IWON's snacks can be found in over 5,000 stores nationwide, including Kroger's, Sprouts, Whole Foods in the SoPac and NorCal regions, Vitamin Shoppe, GNC, Safeway, and Brookshire’s. Their products can also be found and pu...
2021-02-0434 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastScaling Up Without Losing Your Personal TouchAnnie Morhauser is the Founder, Owner, and Designer of Annieglass. For 38 years, she has been designing and manufacturing luxury glass with her own innovative style and method. She first began Annieglass in a small studio that she shared with another artist. Her business has grown over the years, and now her designs are found at high-end retailers like Neiman Marcus and Bloomingdale’s. In this episode… Are you ready to start growing your business but could use a little insight on the logistics? How do you choose the right employees, or know when your business need...
2021-02-0236 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow Amazon Merchants Can Scale Faster with Access to Quick CapitalDon Henig is a Co-Founder of AccrueMe, a unique fintech company focused on Amazon Sellers. AccrueMe provides unique growth capital to Amazon sellers with no interest and no required payments. Don's primary career focus was initially in the mortgage and real estate industries. He is a former President of American Home Mortgage, has experience in building and selling his own mortgage banking entity, and has grown a regional mortgage banker into a national platform in short order. Throughout his career, he’s been responsible for over $150 billion in mortgage financing. Robby Stanley is the Chief Marketing Officer at...
2021-01-2843 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastBuilding Your Business from the Ground UpJulie Cole is the Co-Founder of the popular labeling company Mabel’s Labels, a small startup that has evolved into an award-winning family products company. Julie co-founded Mabel’s Labels in 2003 with three other busy moms, growing the company to nationwide success and helping more than 900,000 families. Mabel’s Labels is constantly growing and adding new products to their expansive line. Julie is a renowned and syndicated blogger with articles in The Huffington Post and Today’s Parent, to name a few. She’s also a mainstay on television, appearing on The Today Show, The View, and HLN’s Rais...
2021-01-2634 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastProtecting Your e-Commerce Site—and Your ReputationMatt Gillis is the CEO of Clean.io, a cyber-security company that helps put an end to malicious code and protect user experiences. Clean.io has powered the protection of over 7 million sites globally. With their cyber-security solutions, Clean.io can give e-commerce companies the ability to block unwanted coupon extensions, protecting your revenue and profit margins. Matt has more than 20 years of mobile, media, and technology experience with a history of building and operating companies from startup to scaled global market leaders. With his expertise and polished skillset, Matt has delivered over $1B in annual revenues.
2021-01-2137 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Successfully Build Your Brand in a New CountryShivani Dhamija is the Founder of Shivani's Kitchen, a Canadian spice and sauce brand to bring quality Indian products into your home. She creates award-winning spices and sauces manufactured in Nova Scotia and supplied to retail stores across Canada, like Sobeys. Shivani's Kitchen offers a wide variety of authentic spice blends, sauces, cooking classes, Do-It-Yourself kits, and more. Shivani moved to Nova Scotia in 2011 to be with her partner and eventually started meal delivery services, cooking classes, and a spice blends business in 2016. Her ready-to-use sauces are salt-free, gluten-free, and preservative-free. Shivani has a passion for entrepreneurship a...
2021-01-1932 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastFinding the Right Team for Your e-Commerce SuccessColleen Wagner is the Founder and Chief Adventure Officer of McGovern & Company, a heritage brand born out of love for American National Parks. The company creates products using unique decorative vintage maps for the travel, adventure, and outdoor markets. Its product line includes scarves, bandanas, mugs, blankets, buffs, socks, bags, and more. For the last several years, Colleen has built a 100% female-owned, remote, flexible, and family-friendly company that helps working moms and donates to the planet. McGovern & Company was a finalist of the 2020 Title Nine Pitchfest, and all of its designs and products are inspired by Colleen's...
2021-01-1443 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastPracticing Sustainability with Your e-Commerce ProductsShane Boudreau is the CEO of LumberUnion, an apparel company that sells USA-made products. Every purchase from LumberUnion plants a tree in the USA, in partnership with American Forests. When possible, LumberUnion works with local factories in Los Angeles, California to produce fabric, cut, sew, dye, and package their casual luxury clothing. Some of their bags and accessories are produced overseas. Shane is a strategic and proactive leader with extensive experience implementing effective strategies and directing/building high performing teams to achieve consistent growth and long-term financial strength. He uses his expertise in agile management and predictive...
2021-01-1231 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastUsing Virtual Reality to Create Social ImpactKevin Sofen is the Business Development Manager at Darley, a business supplies and equipment company. He helps bring water and fire technologies to market using creative strategies to serve humanity. Darley has been proudly serving first responders and warfighters since 1908. Kevin has helped to evolve a 112-year old family business by embracing innovation in traditional industries. Kevin is also the Founder and CEO of Wristsponsible, which brings water awareness, water funding, and water solutions to the world. They raise financial capital for water projects by the sale of artisan craft wristbands, incentivized crowdfunding campaigns, and corporate sponsorship...
2021-01-0736 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastThe Importance of Empathetic Marketing and Selling for Your e-Commerce BrandOlivia Alexander is the Founder and CEO of Kush Queen. In less than 3 years, Olivia has grown Kush Queen into a multi-million dollar multi-faceted brand carrying only the finest CBD-only and THC-infused products. The Kush Queen product line includes award-winning bath bombs, pain relief lotions, edibles, wellness supplements, and skincare. Since working in her first dispensary in 2006, Olivia has worked on social media, creative direction, and digital strategy for countless cannabis companies. She has a knack for being able to develop, connect, and relate the right cannabis products to the right communities. She is one of the l...
2021-01-0547 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow Bug Bite Thing Went From Garage to the Hit TV Show “Shark Tank” and BeyondKelley Higney is the Founder and CEO of Bug Bite Thing, a suction tool that extracts insect saliva/venom from under the skin to help alleviate the itching, stinging, and swelling that follows bug bites and stings. After battling with her daughter’s constant mosquito bites, Kelley discovered a little-known tool to alleviate the symptoms that come with bites. Bug Bite Thing gained nationwide recognition in October 2019 when Kelley and her mother appeared on ABC’s hit show, “Shark Tank”. All the Sharks were biting offers to invest in the business, but it was Lori Greiner's Golden Ticket o...
2020-12-3137 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastCreating a Subscription Box for Your e-Commerce Brand with Paul Jarrett, Co-Founder and CEO of BuluPaul Jarrett is the Co-Founder and CEO of Bulu, the industry authority in subscription boxes. Bulu does business with a wide variety of brands, from big names like Disney and Clorox to SMBs. Paul's Co-Founder and wife Stephanie launched Bulu's flagship program Bulu Box in 2012 as the sixth subscription box to the market, which quickly gained recognition as a trailblazer. The brand has since been featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, Forbes, PBS, Inc, CBS News, and many other major media outlets. Paul is well known as an e-commerce and consumer packaged goods expert, as well as a memorable k...
2020-12-2946 minThe Relationship Commerce Podcast"Project Anaconda" - From Startup to Scaleup and Almost Going BankruptMartin Zahuranec is the Co-Founder and CEO of eyerim, a premium eyewear company operating in 12 countries across Europe featuring a range of products from sunglasses to prescription frames and snow goggles. The company sells designer pieces, mainstream classics, and cutting-edge sports collections. With the success of eyerim, Martin has become one of the fastest growing e-commerce players in Central and Eastern Europe. In this episode… Do you have a winning team for your e-commerce brand? Do you have the right exit strategy for your business? In this episode of the Relationship Commerce Podcast, Dr...
2020-12-2441 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to be a Creative e-Commerce Leader With Paul Barmes of Barmes Design and Andrew Skirde, VP of Marketing OperationsPaul Barmes is the Founder of Barmes Design, a New Zealand-born and globally raised lifestyle brand committed to improving the way people live, work, and move. Their flagship product, an innovative luggage seat, entered the market in 2019. The company's luggage has been featured in Jetsetter, The Daily Herald, ABC News, MarketWatch, and more. Andrew Skirde is VP of Marketing Operations for Barmes Design. With the work of Paul and Andrew, Barmes is much more than a luggage piece and offers a unique combination of mobile office, personal storage, and carry-on case. Your most important pieces are safe a...
2020-12-2238 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastTransforming Your e-Commerce Product from Digital to PhysicalGeorge Perkins is the Head of Doing Stuff at Super Rare Games, a company that strives to supply collectors with the very best physical content for the Nintendo Switch. At Super Rare Games, George brings the most exclusive offering of the very best indie games. From the product packaging to the delivery of limited edition trading cards, they aim to provide gamers with the purest experience. George's role involves identifying key game targets based on community feedback and market data, initiating conversations with potential clients, managing the company's team, and working with Nintendo, developers, and fulfillment houses t...
2020-12-1739 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Grow an e-Commerce Brand Through DropshippingSean Reyes is the Founder and CEO of Shock Surplus, an automotive e-commerce brand on a mission to provide a variety of top-quality shock absorbers and coilover options in the car, truck, and SUV market. He started the company in his bedroom in 2013 and grew the brand by 25% with each passing year. Now, Shock Surplus is a seven-figure brand with 12 employees scattered around the globe. Before starting Shock Surplus, Sean was the Marketing Director for Maxtrac Suspension and Sales Manager for BNS Suspension. He holds a degree in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton. I...
2020-12-1549 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Spread Love Through Your e-Commerce ProductsLisa Rueff is the Founder of Collective Hearts, whose jewelry is lovingly handcrafted in Northern California using the highest quality of gold and sterling silver. Every purchase of their product helps the company donate to organizations that support causes close to their hearts like the Jacmel Children’s Center in Haiti, Adoptive Family Smile Foundation, and many more. Lisa has led many international humanitarian trips and raised over a million dollars for women and children on a global scale. She also created the board game, Sparked, which aims to inspire and connect people through rich and memorable exp...
2020-12-1045 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastWhy an e-Commerce Brand Should Not Make Assumptions About Market DemandBy day, Patrick Stark is the Vice President of Engineering and Product Strategy at Beta Calco, an architectural lighting manufacturer, and the Co-Founder of Endurance Tap, a sports nutrition brand, by night. Endurance Tap was founded in early 2014 by Patrick and Matt, two friends passionate about sports and nutrition. For Endurance Tap, Patrick has been manufacturing a product that is currently for sale in over 1,000 retailers across three countries. The company has been featured in publications like Runner's World and the Canadian Running Magazine and is used by thousands of runners and athletes across North America. Before...
2020-12-0844 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Make Your e-Commerce Brand Retail-ReadyAllen Iov is the Founder and CEO of LumieWorld, a company focused on creating innovative products to help families sleep. LumieWorld's mission is to bring the world of illumination to children and parents. Their products are designed to guide children with security and support as they learn and adapt to their sleeping routines. Allen has grown LumieWorld into a seven-figure multi-product brand that can be found in over 1,000 brick and mortar stores including Target, Home Depot, Nordstrom, and Crate & Barrel. His products have been seen on television and in the movies, and has even fielded requests by D...
2020-12-0342 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Offer a VIP Customer Experience for Your e-Commerce ShopYouri Vaisse is the e-commerce General Manager for Madam Glam, a New York City-based start-up beauty brand. Over the past 3 years, he has helped Madam Glam grow into a seven-figure e-commerce company using his expertise in search engine marketing, online advertising, email marketing, and other automation tools. Youri’s had a storied career. Before Madam Glam, he was the General Manager for the Paris Saint-Germain soccer club in Miami and the Marketing Manager for Blackdivine LLC, adding over 10 years of e-commerce and digital marketing experience to his expertise. He holds an MBA from KEDGE Business School. ...
2020-12-0152 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Create a Unique Revolutionary e-Commerce ProductZel Crampton is the Co-Founder and CEO of Diggs, a company that designs, manufactures, and retails innovative pet supplies (e.g., crates, gates, toys, bowls) via their direct-to-consumer website and Amazon. With a team made up of pet industry and operations experts, they stand out from the crowd when it comes to innovation, branding, and the use of technology. Zel graduated with an MBA from Columbia Business School. He previously worked at McKinsey & Company as an Engagement Manager and helped clients predominantly in the asset management sector with strategy and operations. In this episode… ...
2020-11-2645 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastWhy e-Commerce Sellers Should Sell Their Own Products on AmazonGermaine Caprio is the Founder and Owner of MAJAMAS EARTH, an eco-fashion and ethically-made clothing brand. She was inspired by her mother to create a clothing line that was environmentally responsible and believes that beautiful styles can be made without harming the planet—and is the future of fashion. MAJAMAS EARTH manufactures their clothing 100% in the United States, are never sprayed with chemicals, and ensure their workers are treated ethically and paid fair wages. You can find Germaine’s product line in stores like Whole Foods or on their website. In this episode… As an...
2020-11-2440 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastIs B2B Where You Want To Be?John McNamara is the Head of Sales at Branch, a furniture company that produces high-end furniture at affordable prices by getting rid of the middleman. By selling directly to the customer, Branch has been able to maintain high-quality standards while offering half the price of premium furniture. Not only can you order premium office furniture from Branch, but they’ll also deliver and assemble it at no extra cost. Before joining Branch, John was the Head of Growth at Atlas Lane. He holds a degree in Business Administration from The George Washington University. In this ep...
2020-11-1945 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Successfully Start and Grow a Premier Clothing BusinessSacha Prost is the Co-Founder and CEO of 8JS, a premier Formula One racing-inspired brand based out of Switzerland. Sacha is the son of 4-time Formula One world champion Alain Prost, turning his father’s legacy into a family business and founding the clothing company along with his brother, Nicolas, and sister-in-law, Delphine. Sacha is committed to keeping the brand up to the highest quality standards, manufacturing in Italy and Portugal and seeking only the best partners for each of their products. The premier clothing brand knows its audience and provides the 8JS man with garments he can...
2020-11-1751 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastTransforming the Baseball CommunityJosh Band is the Founder of Plate Crate, a baseball subscription box that aims to build the sport’s community and connect players and fans with the game. Josh started the company in 2015 from the back of his SUV while playing independent baseball in the Midwest. He was shocked that there was no baseball subscription box on the market—so he created one. Over the last 5 years, Plate Crate has grown into a rich baseball community where ballplayers can do more than just find great gear: they connect players and families to the game they love. In...
2020-11-1241 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastBoosting Your Conversion Rates and Sales with Email and SMS Marketing with Mat Bingham, Director of Agency Partnerships at JustunoMat Bingham is the Director of Agency Partnerships at Justuno, a conversion rate platform that helps merchants convert their daily website traffic into email and SMS leads (and sales!) through targeted onsite messaging and displays. Mat has expertise in sales, marketing, account management, organizational management, and product development. Before joining Justuno, Mat was an Account Executive at Intuit Demandforce and a Digital Marketing Specialist at MyBookBuyer.com. He holds a degree in Business Administration and Management from San Francisco State University. In this episode… One of the best decisions sellers can make to inc...
2020-11-1030 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastConserving the Environment and Reducing Landfill One Poop at a Time with Bruce Hultgren, Founder and CEO of Oh CrapBruce Hultgren is the Founder and CEO of Oh Crap, a compostable dog waste bag company that has celebrated saving over 12 million plastic dog waste bags from landfills. While most plastic bags take 500 years (or more) to degrade—and don’t entirely break down—Oh Crap’s dog poop bags break down in only 3 months. Before founding Oh Crap, Bruce played professional basketball in the NBL in Australia for eight years and created BillyBounce Basketball, a basketball program for kids. He also ran a business for 20 years called PocketAngels that was started following the tragic loss of his eldes...
2020-11-0540 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastLeveraging Customer Loyalty with Steve Coulton, Co-Founder and VP of Sales at OnCore GolfSteve Coulton is the Co-Founder and VP of Sales at OnCore Golf, a growing golf ball technology company based in Buffalo, New York. Equipped with ground-floor experience building and running a start-up golf company, he’s also an advisor to early-stage emerging technology companies with a particular focus on the medical, information technology, and clean tech industries. Steve's passions include art, languages, design, poker, social entrepreneurship, venture capital, friends and family—and of course, golf. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from New York University. In this episode… When Steve Coulton and his b...
2020-11-0348 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastWhy Failure is the Path to Success with Lindsay Nicholas, Founder and Creative Director at Lindsay Nicholas New YorkLindsay Nicholas is the Founder and Creative Director at Lindsay Nicholas New York, a women's luxury clothing line. She creates travel-friendly wardrobe staples that make women feel both powerful and beautiful: from sweaters to shorts. Before starting her retail line, she was the Executive Director of Retail Marketing at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands and Head of Global Marketing at Paspaley. With more than a decade of running global and AsiaPac-Japan businesses, Lindsay has transformed into a retail marketing expert. In this episode… Every successful business owner has gone through failure. It is...
2020-10-2939 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Grow a Startup with a Great Customer Service Experience with Farzan Dehmoubed, Founder of Lotus Trolley BagsFarzan Dehmoubed is the Founder and CEO of Lotus Sustainables, an eco-friendly company on a mission to eliminate plastic from shopping. Farzan’s range of eco-friendly products, including the Lotus Trolley Bags, are now available in 13,000+ stores across the US and Canada, and online at Amazon and their own website. As the leading manufacturer of reusable bags, the company has eliminated the need for over 400 million single-use plastic bags and in 2020, the company ranked 144 on the INC 5000 fastest growing companies in America. Before collaborating with his wife on the Lotus Trolley Bag, Farzan was an enthusiastic entrepreneur wi...
2020-10-2742 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow an Online Premium Meat Butcher Differentiates Itself From Competitors with Gabriel Llaurado, Co-Founder of Meat N' BoneGabriel Llaurado is a Co-Founder of Meat N' Bone, a hyperlocal online butcher shop that hand-delivers high-quality meat straight to your door. The company has set out to disrupt the meat market and has been featured in Business Insider, Forbes, The Washington Post, and many more. Before Meat N' Bone, Gabriel led Operations and Digital at Media Global Group (MGG Media) and was the General Manager at CNN Latino NY WBQM Ch. 3. In this episode… Finding good quality and healthy meat that’s reasonably priced is difficult for many Americans. Supermarkets and grocery store...
2020-10-2241 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastMarketing for a CBD Company During Quarantine with Vincent Vitale, Director of Marketing and Online Sales at Quanta Inc.Vincent Vitale is the Director of Marketing and Online Sales at Quanta Inc., a biotech company with a patented technology that supercharges ingredients so they can be absorbed into the body more effectively. Quanta serves brands in several industries, including cannabis, health and wellness, stress and pain management, fitness, and brain performance enhancement. Before joining Quanta, Vincent was the Business Development Manager at Aspire Food Group. He has also worked at Nissan Motor Corporation, Focus@Will Labs, and FOX Sports. He holds a degree in Journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia. In this episode… D...
2020-10-2035 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Increase e-Commerce Sales with Janine Vermeulen from The Design StoreJanine Vermeulen is the Marketing Manager at The Design Store, a trusted New Zealand-owned-and-operated provider of quality, reliable furniture, homeware, and gifts. Janine is an experienced digital marketing manager with demonstrated expertise after working in the marketing and advertising industry for over 10 years. She is skilled in digital marketing, search engine optimization (SEO), PPC, analytics, web development, management, and design. In this episode… The rapid growth of e-commerce has led to a surge in online competition. To stay above the water and visible to the consumer, businesses have to get creative if they wan...
2020-10-1529 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastUsing Instagram to Grow a Clothing Brand with Marcus Harvey, Founder of Portland GearMarcus Harvey is the Founder of Portland Gear and Owner of the Instagram account, @portland. On Black Friday in 2014, he launched the Portland Gear brand with two iconic T-shirts and just two photos on the Portland IG account. That first day, he sold over 200 shirts to 4 countries and 10 states for around $5,000. Since then, he's spotted his products all over the world and has shipped a piece of Portland to every state in over 60 countries. Over the past 5 years, Marcus has been fortunate enough to do awesome local collaborations with the Trail Blazers, Timbers, and Thorns, the Oregon H...
2020-10-1338 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastUsing Tight Constraints to Redesign Your Product During QuarantineDale Backus is the Founder and CEO of Ohsnap, a company that specializes in creating quality smartphone accessories. He has a passion for developing tangible products, which led him to launch his first company, SmallHD, when he was 22-years-old. The company was later acquired by the Vitec Group in 2014. Ohsnap makes beautiful grips, stands, and chargers that make life with a phone less of a hassle. The company has successfully launched several crowdfunding campaigns, with the most recent raising $1.75 million from over 27,000 backers—which had them meeting their funding goal in 30 minutes. In this episode…
2020-10-0840 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastProviding Safe and Elegant Jewelry to Nickel Allergy Jewelry LoversDave Loftus is the Owner and Founder of Blomdahl USA. Blomdahl provides skin-friendly jewelry to people who love to accessorize—and happen to have a nickel allergy. Dave started the company in the early 2000s after learning about a new, safe, and sanitary system for piercing babies, toddlers, teenagers, and adults. The system is manufactured in Sweden by an amazing company: Blomdahl. Dave has been in the jewelry industry since the 1980s. In this episode… An outfit isn’t complete without that perfect piece of jewelry. For some people, accessorizing can be the best part of put...
2020-10-0643 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastMaximizing Google Display Ads to Grow Your BusinessAdam Feldman is the Vice President of Business Development at Kendago B2C Media, a media company that drives massive volumes of high converting traffic for themselves and their clients. For the past seven years, Adam has grown Kendago from a tiny operation based out of a small house into a leader in innovative health and wellness products, digital marketing, and online advertising. Kendago is now a globally-recognized company with three locations, hundreds of business partnerships, and a thriving health and wellness program, Trim Down Club, with close to 3 million members. Before Kendago, Adam was the Regional...
2020-09-2937 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastDeveloping Authentic Relationships to Scale a Performance Socks BusinessRob Fraser is the Founder and CEO of endūr, an athletic lifestyle brand that elevates performance socks by fusing expressive designs with technical features. As a five-time member of the Canadian mountain bike team, Rob's competitive nature fueled his entrepreneurial spirit and provided a unique framework for building a business. From humble beginnings working out of a basement in 2016, Rob bootstrapped endūr to 7 figure revenue by assembling a world-class team. With an unwavering focus on performance, design, and community, endūr is an emerging and innovative leader in the athletic industry. In recognition of their rapi...
2020-09-221h 21The Relationship Commerce PodcastHelping Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders Fix Their Business ProblemsMike Michalowicz is the author of Profit First, Clockwork, The Pumpkin Plan, and Fix This Next. He is also the Co-Founder of Provendus Group, a business growth consultancy, and Profit First Professionals, an organization designed to support accountants, bookkeepers, and other financial professionals in driving profitability for their business. Mike is a former small business columnist for The Wall Street Journal, business makeover specialist on MSNBC, and popular main stage keynote speaker on innovative entrepreneurial topics. He is devoted to the research and delivery of innovative and impactful entrepreneurial strategies. In this episode… Fro...
2020-09-1518 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastFinding Your Niche With Data and Partnering With the Right eCommerce PlatformsBud Lindman is the Vice President of E2E, an end-to-end solutions provider whose services encompass everything a small business needs to be successful. These include cost-effective product sourcing, fully integrated supply chain management, expertise in operational efficiencies, website design and development, and world-class sales and marketing strategy execution. Bud is an experienced corporate leader with a demonstrated history of success in supply-side eCommerce and traditional retail. He focuses on providing exceptional client service to achieve end-to-end customer and client satisfaction. With extensive expertise ranging from soft home textiles to apparel, he's also highly skilled in relationship m...
2020-09-0843 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastGrowing an eCommerce Business with Licensed Products with Randall Thompson, Founder and President of Dugout MugsRandall Thompson is the Founder and President of Dugout Mugs and a former Toronto Blue Jays baseball player. He started Dugout Mugs, a baseball drinkware company in 2016 with three patented products generating over seven figures in 2017, 2018, 2019, and now in 2020. Dugout Mugs is licensed through Major League Baseball, Minor League Baseball, and Major League Baseball Players Association. Randall’s products are in over 70 Minor and Major League Baseball stadium team stores across the country. In his free time, Randall likes to play tetherball and read about Patent and Trademark Law. In this episode… For Rand...
2020-09-0138 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastBuilding a Fashion Business While Working Full-Time with Hannah Fastov, Founder and CEO of Go Dash DotHannah Fastov is the Founder and CEO of Go Dash Dot, a company focused on women’s empowerment, independence, and multi-faceted bags. She started her company almost four years ago, after realizing that adulting requires a lot of stuff. Her pursuit of the perfect bag that could hold her gym clothes, extra shoes, phone, wallet, laptop—well, you get it— while looking professional and fashionable didn't exist. Using her newly acquired skills from Brooks Brothers and rag & bone, Hannah set off on her journey to design and manufacture that perfect bag, and that's when Go Dash Dot was bor...
2020-08-2540 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Build a Community of Loyal CustomersDaniel Walton is the Founder and Managing Director at OLPRO which designs, imports, and sells standout camping and camper van equipment. OLPRO has a reputation for creating exceptional outdoor leisure products with their adventurous customers around the world in mind. Thanks to their team of experts and a deeply genuine passion for getting outdoors, OLPRO delivers a range of unique and high-quality products that are changing the face of outdoor leisure. OLPRO is an award-winning company and has earned national awards in social media and e-Commerce, including Runner Up in the British Chamber of Commerce e-Commerce Site o...
2020-08-1858 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastGoing from Retail to e-Commerce and Learning to Scale Your Team With a VisionJuan Chavez is the CEO of JMC Automotive Equipment, a family-owned business that has been in the industry for the past 20 years. Juan owns multiple businesses, including a drop shipping commerce business that has been in the INC 5000 for 3 years in a row, an entertainment company, and a call center. Juan previously worked as a Real Estate Agent for New York Living Solutions and a Sales Representative for Snap On Tools. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from Pace University - Lubin School of Business. In this episode… When Juan Chavez lea...
2020-08-1136 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Scale an e-Commerce Business Using Your Email List with Jordan West, Founder and CEO of Mindful MarketingJordan West is the Founder and Owner of Mindful Marketing, a paid ads agency for seven-figure e-Commerce businesses. Jordan’s business passion is helping e-Commerce brands grow exponentially. He started in marketing at 22 when he bought a Taco Del Mar chain restaurant, and after 5 years, a large learning curve, and money lost, he tripled the sales at the restaurant with creative marketing tactics. After selling the store, Jordan and his wife grew their children’s clothing company, Little & Lively, from a small at-home operation to one of the top ten baby brands in Canada with advanced digital mark...
2020-08-0429 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastBuilding a Tough Mindset with Kate Weiler, Co-Founder of Drink SimpleKate Weiler is the Co-Founder of Drink Simple. Drink Simple harnesses the natural filtration power of trees to create clean, delicious water enhanced with natural biological benefits and imbued with some magic from mother nature. In a world where so many products have lots of additives and artificial ingredients, Drink Simple is proud to tap refreshment directly from nature to help people thrive. Kate is also an Ironman triathlete and passionate advocate for nutrition and holistic wellness. A Boston native, she earned her Master’s degree in Nutrition from Northeastern University, her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from...
2020-07-2846 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastMaking Socks and Inspiring People with Differing Abilities with John & Mark Cronin of John’s Crazy SocksJohn Cronin and his dad Mark X. Cronin are the Co-Founders of John's Crazy Socks, a social enterprise with the mission to spread happiness. In just 3 years, they bootstrapped their startup into a multi-million dollar company with sales in over 80 nations. John has Down Syndrome and lives his life with the motto: "Down Syndrome never holds me back". More than half of their employees have a differing ability and everyday John and Mark demonstrate what their colleagues are capable of. They are fierce advocates for the rights of the differently-abled, testifying twice before the US Congress and h...
2020-07-211h 03The Relationship Commerce PodcastHow a Journal Store Doubled Their Business with EmailDean Dutro is the Co-founder of Worth eCommerce, a company that helps businesses of all sizes dramatically grow their revenue by at least 30% with lifecycle email marketing. Dean is an eCommerce email marketing expert and one of Klaviyo's top partners. He is also the Founder of Email Growth Training and he is also the host of the Relationship Commerce podcast. Dean holds a Degree in Communication Studies from the California State University-Long Beach. In this episode… A lot of people want to start a business with the intention of carving out more time to...
2020-07-1418 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to 5x Your Business Using SMS, Affiliates, and Video ContentEden Coleman is an internet marketer, YouTuber, CBD expert, and Founder and CEO of Wellicy. He is on a mission to help educate people on CBD by understanding the differences between CBD isolate, full spectrum, and broad spectrum, which dosage is best for you, and how to know which brands are high quality. In just two years, he has grown his business from $100,000 a year to over $500,000 in 2019; this year, he’s on track to break seven figures. In this episode… When the 2014 Farm Bill was passed and hemp/CBD was legalized, Eden Coleman had a th...
2020-07-0736 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastInspiring Women to Write Better Stories for Their LivesJenny Penton is a homeschooling mother of 8 in the Greater Omaha area. She also happens to be the Owner of Planner Perfect, Designs By Planner Perfect, and Planner Perfect Meals. She’s dedicated to inspiring women to follow their dreams and goals instead of being led and enslaved by their tasks. Jenny has created uniquely designed and curated planners featuring her personal artwork to keep women goal-oriented and organized. Jenny Penton is passionate about the importance of women using their talents to serve the world. She has sold over 200,000 planners, notebooks, and journals, shipping to all 50 US st...
2020-06-3036 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Use Quizes and the "Ask Method" to Lower Your Lead Costs and 3x Your Ecommerce BusinessRyan Levesque is the Inc 500 CEO of the Ask Method Company. He is also an entrepreneur and the number one national best selling author of the books Choose and Ask. His work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Forbes, Entrepreneur on NBC News and Fox. Over 250,000 entrepreneurs subscribe to his email newsletter offering business advice. Ryan has built a highly profitable $10 million/year business across 23 different niche markets, building an email list of over 4.1 million people using the power of quiz funnels. He's also a co-founder and investor in Bucket.io, a leading q...
2020-06-2344 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Develop Better and Healthier Habits By JournalingAmir Atighehchi is a serial entrepreneur and the co-founder of Habit Nest, and he also helped start and grow Nutlock, DRNK coffee + tea, and Qwench Juice Bar. Habit Nest is the home for building healthy habits ultimately helping people with wholesome rewarding lives, and the company has been featured in Business Insider, The Wall Street Journal, and Good Morning America, and they have sold hundreds of thousands of their journals since 2017. In 2019, Habit Nest won the Amazon Small Business Owner of the Year for Entrepreneurs Under 30. Amir holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from U...
2020-06-2342 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Go from Garage Side Gig to Over $5 Million in Sales Using Email and ContentTodd Meeks is the owner and President of Spartan Armor Systems, the manufacturers of American-designed and made body armor, tactical gear, and targets, and they ranked number 522 on the Inc 5000 list of the most successful companies in America. Todd helped grow Spartan Armor Systems from a garage side gig to over $5.4 million in sales in less than four years by focusing on customer service, growing the brand, and creating processes to offer the highest quality products they can. Todd graduated from the University of Phoenix with a BA in Business Administration. He previously owned UPS Store franchises...
2020-06-2337 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Start and Grow a Natural Skincare Line of Products for Kids and a Body Wipes Business With Your KidsJennifer Adams Bunkers is a serial entrepreneur and Founder of Trukid, TruBaby, Fysik, TrueBuddy, GoodPods, Velocity Source Group, and Funopolis. She has founded six companies to create real change in the world,and her one goal when she creates businesses is to make life a little bit easier. Her main business is Trukid, which is a natural skincare line for kids. As a mom of six children, it is not always easy to balance being an entrepreneur and a mom, but Jennifer loves being both. Not only has she grown Trukid well over seven figures, she is i...
2020-06-2245 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow to Sell Your E-commerce Business for a 3-10x Multiple of ProfitNate Lind is a tech and internet e-commerce business broker with over nine years of product-based e-commerce experience. He has launched 23 supplement and e-commerce brands grossing over a million dollars each since 2011, with nine of those selling for over $10 million worldwide. One of those brands was the largest beard grooming brand in the world, Beard Czar, with over $35 million in sales. Nate is also a real estate investor and created the Ecom Legends Mastermind, a group dedicated to building world-class e-commerce businesses. He also hosts the Buy-Sell Summit, the largest virtual event for buying or selling of o...
2020-06-1146 minThe Relationship Commerce PodcastHow a Pet Supply Company Grew from 10k Per Month to Over 200k Per Month with 40% of the Growth Coming from E-mailDean Dutro is the Co-founder of Worth eCommerce, a company that helps businesses of all sizes dramatically grow their revenue by at least 30% with lifecycle email marketing. Dean is an eCommerce email marketing expert and one of Klaviyo's top partners. He is also the Founder of Email Growth Training and he is also the host of the Relationship Commerce podcast. Dean holds a Degree in Communication Studies from the California State University-Long Beach. In this episode… Many people assume that email marketing is a piece of cake. All it takes is to write an...
2020-06-0221 min
Secrets To Scaling Your Ecommerce BrandEp 66 - Increase Your Profits With Email and SMS Marketing - with Dean Dutro of Worth EcommerceSend us a textIn this episode, Jordan speaks with Dean Dutro from Worth Ecommerce about the ins and outs of Email and SMS Marketing. Dean talks about where you should start with email marketing and the email flows that produce the greatest ROI. He shares some techniques and best practices on how to keep your email list clean and also goes in-depth explaining about SMS marketing. Find out more about Dean and Worth E-commerce at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/deandutrohttps://worthecommerce.com/Register for a...
2020-05-0727 min