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Hey there! I'm Steve Hutt, the host of eCommerce Fastlane – your go-to podcast for proven strategies and actionable insights to accelerate your Shopify store's growth. As a seasoned ecommerce entrepreneur, I'm passionate about empowering online retailers to boost traffic, conversions, and lifetime customer value. One reviewer described the show as having an "impressive level of content that is accessible for beginners, but even more rewarding for deep e-commerce experts who want to get into ...
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we're sitting down with Chase Clymer, the Co-Founder and CEO of Electric Eye. In this episode we're going to unpack the critical topic of post-launch website optimization and the challenges of platform migration, particularly to Shopify. Chase will be sharing his wealth of knowledge on how to…
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we're excited to have Brett Bernstein, the Founder and CEO of Gatsby. Discover how Gatsby's new accessible pricing model, akin to Klaviyo's, is revolutionizing the way brands of all sizes scale their marketing efforts. Brett will walk us through Gatsby's seamless 30-minute setup process, its …
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we're excited to have Tadej Bogataj, the Co-Founder of CartBoss, a company that is transforming the way eCommerce businesses leverage text message marketing. CartBoss offers a robust platform that enables you to send abandoned cart reminders and win-back messages, which not only boast impress…
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Emma McIlroy is the founder and CEO of Wildfang, a multi million dollar fashion brand on a mission to rewrite the future of gender. Wildfang embraces your masc, your femme and everything-in-between. Wildfang has raised over $1k for charities that focus on racial justice, as well as queer, immigrant, and women’s rights. Pre-Wildfang, Emma spent over…
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With over 25 years of experience in the e-commerce industry, Brent is the President and Founder of ContentBasis LLC, a cutting-edge startup that helps businesses optimize their content discovery through predictive analytics and human expertise. ContentBasis is a unique solution that combines advanced technology and human talent to enhance clients' …
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Kentaro is a multimedia artist, creative director, martial artist, and entrepreneur from Los Angeles, CA. After studying Neuroscience at UCSD then entering into the film program at UCLA, Kentaro started his career creating content for global brands such as McDonald’s, Lego, Benjamin Moore, and many others before eventually transitioning to be a chi…
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we're excited to have Ben Sharf, the Co-Founder of Platter. Platter is a game-changing company that's transforming how Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) brands optimize and manage their Shopify stores. Ben brings a fascinating background to his role, having been a Division 1 hockey player and an eComm…
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we're sitting down with Jason Wojo, the Founder and CEO of Wojo Media. Renowned for his expertise in scaling businesses through strategic advertising, Jason has overseen Wojo Media's impressive journey, helping over 1300 businesses achieve 6, 7, and even 8 figure revenues, cumulatively genera…
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Gustavo is an advertising & marketing executive turned entrepreneur. In the past, he’s held management positions in fortune 500 companies in the US & abroad. He currently runs jijamas®, a high-end sleepwear brand that he founded several years ago to help women unwind & relax from their busy lifestyles. He loves all things related to e-commerce and …
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Welcome to another exciting episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we have with us Chris Panteli, the Co-Founder and CEO of Linkifi who shares his unique journey from running a fish and chip shop to revolutionizing the SEO landscape for ecommerce brands. In this episode, titled "Linkifi", Chris dives deep into the world of link building, explaining …
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Noah Tucker is the founder of Social Snowball, the word-of-mouth marketing platform for ecommerce. His experience in building Shopify sites, running ads, and working with influencers led him to build Social Snowball, which now supports affiliate and influencer marketing for brands like Fanjoy, Goorin Bros, and Outway Socks. Social Snowball’s modern…
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we're sitting down with Paul Jarrett, the Co-Founder and CEO of Bulu, join us for an insightful conversation. As the co-founder of a company that has navigated the twists and turns of the subscription box world with impressive agility, Paul has a wealth of experiences to share. From their ear…
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Karina Kogan is an award winning marketing and technology executive with a track record of feuling transformational growth and digital innovation for disruptor brands. Karina currently serves as Chief Commercial and Marketing Officer at Pvolve, an omnichannel fitness company that in 2023 announced a strategic partnership with Jennifer Aniston. Kari…
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we're sitting down with Neil Twa, the Co-Founder and CEO of Voltage DM, a pioneering ecommerce consultancy that guides entrepreneurs in building omnichannel empires. With over 17 years of experience spanning AI research at IBM, mobile technology at Sprint, and lead generation through global a…
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A few years ago, Shaina, CEO of Bask and Lather Co’s younger sister lost ALL of her hair to a ringworm that spread across her scalp and was misdiagnosed as dandruff. Dermatologist told her mother that her hair may never grow back after months of having a smooth, shiny scalp. Out of desperation, her mother took things into her own hands and created …
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Ashu Dubey is the CEO and Co-Founder of Gleen, a leading generative AI-based customer service solution. As a serial AI entrepreneur, Ashu previously was CTO and Co-Founder of 12 Labs, an early pioneer in AI-powered personalized health recommendations. Ashu led top of the funnel user growth at LinkedIn, where he significantly accelerated user growth…
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Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane, the go-to podcast guiding you through the twists and turns of digital retail. I’m your host, Steve Hutt, and today we've got a thrilling episode lined up for you! Joining us in the fast lane is Ashu Dubey, CEO and co-founder of Glean AI, an incredible generative AI platform that’s making waves in the ecommerce wo…
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Mussayab Ehtesham, affectionately known as "Moose" within his circles, is originally from the vibrant streets of Pakistan. Moose grew up in a middle-class family, instilling in him the values of hard work, resilience, and self-reliance—pillars that would become the foundation of his entrepreneurial spirit. The visionary mind behind DMOOSE, an e-com…
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we're sitting down with Ed Upton, the Co-Founder and CEO of Littledata, a company carving a path through the "cookie apocalypse" and leading the charge in accurate, first-party data analytics. Currently, third-party cookies have declined, and user privacy has gained prominence. As a result, e…
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Brian Pedone took up boxing at the age of 13, and by 19, he had started his own boxing gym working with teenagers. Brian holds a BS in Computer Science and was featured by BusinessWeek in 2008 as one of the top 25 entrepreneurs 25 years and under in America. In 2013 he started the concept for Quiet Punch and has been at it now for over 10 years. Hi…
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Jake Madoff is a full-stack growth marketing leader, specializing in growth marketing strategy, paid social, paid search, SEO, and CRO. He’s led growth at three multi-million dollar startups—Bespoke Post, Sealed, and Everytable and founded three startups of his own. Through his 8-year freelance career, he has worked with over 100 brands like HUM Nu…
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. We sat down with Clara Chen, Customer Service Director of V-Trust. We discussed the world of quality control and supplier evaluation in Asia. V-Trust specializes in services like pre-shipment inspection, production monitoring, and factory audits to ensure direct to consumer brands receive high-quali…
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As Chief Marketing Officer, Kiran oversees marketing, brand, channel and product strategy along with creative services with a goal of expanding ButcherBox's reach and communicating its authenticity to consumers. Prior to ButcherBox, Kiran served as the CMO at iRobot and as the CEO of Arnold Worldwide. Kiran earned her B.A. in Computer Science from …
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we sat down with Sebastian Hooker, the co-founder and CEO of Nimstrata. In this episode, we're taking a closer look at how Nimstrata is transforming the landscape of product discovery with its advanced app blocks and seamless Shopify integration. If AI-driven merchandising and smooth search c…
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Shizu Okusa is the Founder & CEO of Apothékary, a plant-based farmacy that couples traditional medicine with modern day ailments, offering natural alternatives to over-the-counter drugs and beauty products. The company was established in 2019 and has since expanded their business beyond the US and now in 22+ countries worldwide. In This Conversatio…
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Mischa is a dynamic force in the world of digital marketing; empowering heart-centered entrepreneurs to amplify their message into the market and elevate their authority, their impact, and their income. No need for throwing money away on Facebook ads, Mischa has got a better strategy up his sleeve! With a track record of 20 years in old-school sale…
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane. Today, we're sitting down with Ben Zettler, the founder and CEO of Zettler Digital, to discuss current digital marketing strategies and tactics that are effective for DTC brands. Ben, an expert with Klaviyo, will share insights on building brands and enhancing customer engagement. We'll talk about l…
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Preston Rutherford is the Cofounder of Chubbies Shorts, which was acquired for 9-figures and is now part Solo Brands, a public company. He is also the Cofounder of Loop Returns, the top Shopify Returns & Exchanges Platform. Preston is an expert in Marketing, Growth, Brand, E-commerce, CRO, Data, Acquisition, and Retention. He’s also a dabbler in pr…
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Welcome back to another insightful episode of eCommerce Fastlane, your pitstop for learning, growing, and thriving in the fast-paced world of online retail. I'm your host, Steve Hutt, and as always, thank you for tuning in. Today, in episode 322, we'll be diving deep into the high-stakes universe of eCommerce optimization with a very special guest.…
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Daniel Winer HexClad Co-Founder & CEO CEO, Co-Founder and kitchen maverick, Daniel Winer is the mastermind behind HexClad Cookware. After spending more than a decade building relationships in the industry, Daniel recognized the opportunity for cookware in the DTC market. He worked to develop the first true innovation in cookware since the invention…
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Lindsay More Nisbett is an entrepreneur, creative director, and Co-Founder & Brand Director of The Line Studios, a leading creative production studio with expertise in creating compelling e-commerce and marketing content. Since its inception in January 2016, Lindsay has built The Line Studios into the go-to imagery experts for top e-commerce brands…
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane! In today's episode, we sit down with Alex Back, the CEO and founder of Couch.com, to unravel his entrepreneurial journey and the fascinating story behind acquiring the Couch.com domain. Join us as we unpack into the intricacies of the online furniture market and discover how Couch.com has positioned…
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Samantha Coxe is the CEO and Founder of Flaus, the world's first electric flosser. Prior to founding Flaus, Sam was a M&A attorney at Skadden, Arps, assisting dozens of high growth startups through their entire life cycle - from formation to exit. As a Female Founder, Sam’s passions supporting Women’s Rights, inclusivity, sustainability, and self-a…
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In this episode of eCommerce Fastlane, Steve Hutt sits down with Matt Lessard, co-founder of Buster Fetcher, to dive deep into the world of logistics and how brands are claiming refunds for late package deliveries. Matt shares insights into Buster Fetcher's solutions for automating the process of claiming refunds and discusses the importance of hol…
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Darron Burke is the founder and CEO of Burke Brands, a 20-year-old specialty coffee growing and roasting company that started in a garage and now has over $100M in lifetime sales. The company produces the Don Pablo, Pablo's Pride, and Subtle Earth Organic coffee brands, in addition to private label brands for third party CPG companies. Its own bran…
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Josh is the Founder and CEO of Meriwether - the SEO agency that generates new revenue for ecommerce brands. Learn more at meriwether.digital. In This Conversation We Discuss: [00:45] Intro [01:06] Evaluating the Ecommerce SEO landscape [02:28] Maximizing SEO investment in modern Ecommerce [05:03] The power of backlinks in the digital space [06:44] …
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Meet the trailblazer behind the freshest face in the sparkling water game, Mike Pilkington. He is the co-founder of KEY Sparkling Water. He’s a graduate of Wayne State University (BA - Psychology) and University of Detroit Mercy (MBA). Going beyond the bubbles, Mike has a history steeped in grit and growth. From supercharging Death Wish Coffee into…
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Griffin Spolansky is the CEO and Co-Founder of Mezcla, a plant-based snack brand that is mixing it up with exciting flavors and textures. Griffin was also named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list for 2023 Food and Beverage. He’s also a part of Division 1 Men's Lacrosse National Champion - 2019 - University of Virginia Israel Men's National Lacrosse Tea…
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Kelly Oriard is the co-founder and Chief Therapeutic Officer at Slumberkins, a children’s education and emotional health brand. She holds a dual master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and School Counseling. As a therapist, school counselor, and mother, Oriard is passionate about changing how we support mental and emotional wellbeing for chi…
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Elizabeth is a seasoned expert in the field of conferences, with nearly a decade of experience in market research and event organization in the retail and finance sectors. Since 2021, she has played an integral role in the powerhouse eTail Palm Springs team, co-producing the event alongside Kristin Schoenstein. When not immersed in the world of eCo…
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane! In today's episode, host Steve Hutt is joined by a special guest, Raj De Datta, the CEO and co-founder of Bloomreach. Together, they discuss the world of AI and its impact on ecommerce, sharing insights on how AI can enhance customer experiences and drive business growth. They discussed the challeng…
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Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane, where we're dedicated to helping entrepreneurs and brands thrive in the world of ecommerce. In today's episode, we're joined by Charles Nicholls, the co-founder and CEO of Simplicity DX, a company focused on reducing customer acquisition costs in the Shopify ecosystem while improving the overall customer experien…
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Welcome to another episode of Ecommerce Fastlane! In this installment, we deep dive into the world of ad optimization and AI-driven campaigns with Matty Ram, the CEO of AdScale. Matty unravels the evolution of their advertising techniques and the creation of AdScale to help brands enhance their ads with AI technology. We explore the platform's feat…
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Welcome to another episode of Ecommerce Fastlane! In today's show, we dive deep into the world of ecommerce marketing with our special guest, Andrew Maff, the founder and CEO of BlueTuskr. Andrew shares some valuable insights on the power of leveraging omnichannel marketing strategies for Shopify brands, and the importance of diversifying your busi…
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Welcome to another episode of eCommerce Fastlane! In today's episode, we dive into the world of data feed optimization with our special guest, Jacques van der Wilt from DataFeedWatch. Join us as we explore the importance of optimizing product feeds for different channels and how it can significantly impact your advertising campaigns. From the benef…
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On today's episode of eCommerce Fastlane, host Steve Hutt dives into the world of influencer marketing with Esther Kim, the CEO of Maven Reach. Esther shares her insights and expertise in micro influencer marketing and how Maven Reach is changing the game for direct-to-consumer brands. She reveals the importance of authenticity and connection in in…
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In this episode of eCommerce Fastlane, host Steve Hutt welcomes Chase Harmer, founder of Wishes, a platform revolutionizing charitable giving and transparency in donations. Chase shares his entrepreneurial journey and invaluable lessons learned, emphasizing the significance of successful and replicable processes in business operations. He unpacks W…
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In this episode of eCommerce Fastlane, host Steve Hutt welcomes Manish Chowdhary, the founder and CEO of Cahoot, an innovative ecommerce order fulfillment and multichannel platform. Manish shares the founding story of Cahoot and its mission to optimize commerce and save time and money for merchants and consumers. He discusses how Cahoot's technolog…
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In this episode of eCommerce Fastlane, host Steve Hutt is joined by Daren Limas, VP of Nostra, to discuss the crucial topic of website speed optimization for Shopify brands. Nostra's pioneering Edge Delivery Engine is at the forefront of this discussion, with a focus on server-side optimization and its profound impact on site speed and user experie…
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