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Episode 253: Is the Mafia Selling on Amazon? Answers With Jed Rawson
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Scott is joined by Jed Rawson, CEO of Pirawna, who shares a gripping tale of intrigue and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Jed recounts a recent incident where his team encountered stolen goods being sold on Amazon, totaling a staggering $4 million in inventory. Through meticulous investigation and collaboration with law enforcement, they uncovered an organized crime operation responsible for potentially $50-100 million in stolen goods.
Amazon's swift response led to the shutdown of several accounts linked to the illegal activity, marking one of their largest takedowns of fraudulent sellers to date.
Jed discusses supply chain security measures, emphasizing the importance of GPS tracking containers and verifying driver identities. He also highlights Pi Agency's success in assisting brands to exit for significant sums, driven by strategies informed by past failures and focused on long-term trends.
Episode Notes:
00:13 - Jed Rawson Introduction
01:23 - Mafia on Amazon
04:00 - BuyBox Hijacked
06:25 - Genesis of SmartScout
07:00 - Stolen Inventory Investigation
11:50 - Law Enforcement and Takedown Operations
14:40 - Learning from Amazon Escalations
16:10 - Organized Criminal Operation and Impact on Brands
21:15 - Precautions and Preventive Measures
27:40 - Brand Exits
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/pirawna/
Website: https://www.pirawna.com/
Related Post: The Amazon Appeals Dilemma: DIY or Delegate
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Jed recounts a recent incident where his team encountered stolen goods being sold on Amazon, totaling a staggering $4 million in inventory. Through meticulous investigation and collaboration with law enforcement, they uncovered an organized crime operation responsible for potentially $50-100 million in stolen goods.
Amazon's swift response led to the shutdown of several accounts linked to the illegal activity, marking one of their largest takedowns of fraudulent sellers to date.
Jed discusses supply chain security measures, emphasizing the importance of GPS tracking containers and verifying driver identities. He also highlights Pi Agency's success in assisting brands to exit for significant sums, driven by strategies informed by past failures and focused on long-term trends.
Episode Notes:
00:13 - Jed Rawson Introduction
01:23 - Mafia on Amazon
04:00 - BuyBox Hijacked
06:25 - Genesis of SmartScout
07:00 - Stolen Inventory Investigation
11:50 - Law Enforcement and Takedown Operations
14:40 - Learning from Amazon Escalations
16:10 - Organized Criminal Operation and Impact on Brands
21:15 - Precautions and Preventive Measures
27:40 - Brand Exits
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/pirawna/
Website: https://www.pirawna.com/
Related Post: The Amazon Appeals Dilemma: DIY or Delegate
276 episodes
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Content provided by Scott Needham. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Scott Needham or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.
Scott is joined by Jed Rawson, CEO of Pirawna, who shares a gripping tale of intrigue and perseverance in the face of adversity.
Jed recounts a recent incident where his team encountered stolen goods being sold on Amazon, totaling a staggering $4 million in inventory. Through meticulous investigation and collaboration with law enforcement, they uncovered an organized crime operation responsible for potentially $50-100 million in stolen goods.
Amazon's swift response led to the shutdown of several accounts linked to the illegal activity, marking one of their largest takedowns of fraudulent sellers to date.
Jed discusses supply chain security measures, emphasizing the importance of GPS tracking containers and verifying driver identities. He also highlights Pi Agency's success in assisting brands to exit for significant sums, driven by strategies informed by past failures and focused on long-term trends.
Episode Notes:
00:13 - Jed Rawson Introduction
01:23 - Mafia on Amazon
04:00 - BuyBox Hijacked
06:25 - Genesis of SmartScout
07:00 - Stolen Inventory Investigation
11:50 - Law Enforcement and Takedown Operations
14:40 - Learning from Amazon Escalations
16:10 - Organized Criminal Operation and Impact on Brands
21:15 - Precautions and Preventive Measures
27:40 - Brand Exits
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/pirawna/
Website: https://www.pirawna.com/
Related Post: The Amazon Appeals Dilemma: DIY or Delegate
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continue reading
Jed recounts a recent incident where his team encountered stolen goods being sold on Amazon, totaling a staggering $4 million in inventory. Through meticulous investigation and collaboration with law enforcement, they uncovered an organized crime operation responsible for potentially $50-100 million in stolen goods.
Amazon's swift response led to the shutdown of several accounts linked to the illegal activity, marking one of their largest takedowns of fraudulent sellers to date.
Jed discusses supply chain security measures, emphasizing the importance of GPS tracking containers and verifying driver identities. He also highlights Pi Agency's success in assisting brands to exit for significant sums, driven by strategies informed by past failures and focused on long-term trends.
Episode Notes:
00:13 - Jed Rawson Introduction
01:23 - Mafia on Amazon
04:00 - BuyBox Hijacked
06:25 - Genesis of SmartScout
07:00 - Stolen Inventory Investigation
11:50 - Law Enforcement and Takedown Operations
14:40 - Learning from Amazon Escalations
16:10 - Organized Criminal Operation and Impact on Brands
21:15 - Precautions and Preventive Measures
27:40 - Brand Exits
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/pirawna/
Website: https://www.pirawna.com/
Related Post: The Amazon Appeals Dilemma: DIY or Delegate
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