Hosted by Kunle Campbell, who is an operator of a portfolio of consumer brands, 2X eCommerce is a weekly podcast for ecommerce operators by ecommerce operators. We interview remarkable ecommerce founders and leading enablers of ecommerce growth, with every episode promising to give you at least one growth hypothesis or idea you can test. Our focus is growing your ecommerce revenues from a cross-functional perspective, be it marketing, your tech stack, operations, finance, or customer experie ...
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Cutout 4: Amplifying Influencers' Posts with TikTok Spark Ads → Nadia Bubennikova
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In this cut-out edition episode, Nadia Bubennikova, Head of Agency at Famesters, delves into how brands can effectively utilize TikTok's Spark Ads to boost their performance marketing efforts. Nadia shares insights on leveraging influencer content and precise targeting strategies to drive sales and build brand awareness on the platform. Tune in to …
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Cutout 4: How to Maximize TikTok Spark Ads for Brand Growth → Nadia Bubennikova
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In this cut-out edition episode, Nadia Bubennikova, Head of Agency at Famesters, delves into how brands can effectively utilize TikTok's Spark Ads to boost their performance marketing efforts. Nadia shares insights on leveraging influencer content and precise targeting strategies to drive sales and build brand awareness on the platform. Tune in to …
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Cutout 3: The 1.7-Second Rule: Capturing Mobile Shoppers Before They Swipe Away → Sabir Semerkant
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In this episode, eCommerce expert Sabir Semerkant reveals why the first 1.7 seconds of a mobile shopping experience can make or break your sales. Learn how to optimize your site for mobile-first customers, focusing on performance and user experience to ensure you capture their attention before they swipe away. Discover actionable strategies to impr…
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Cutout 2: Building a Highly Engaged Community → Phil Hadfield
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In this episode, Phil, the Co-founder of Holme & Hadfield shared how he has created a highly engaged Facebook community that's the backbone of his brand’s success. We dive into strategies for involving your audience at every stage, from product ideation to final launch. Learn how real-time feedback and strategic surveys can boost your confidence in…
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Cutout 1: Leveraging AI for Creative Direction in Meta Ads → Depesh Mandalia
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In this cutout episode, Meta Ads expert Depesh Mandalia shows you how AI can be a game-changer in driving your creative direction. He breaks down how AI tools can simplify your video script creation, boost your ad performance, and provide you with crucial data insights to take your campaigns to the next level. Don’t miss these valuable strategies—l…
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In this brief episode of the 2X eCommerce podcast, host Kunle Campbell provides an update on the podcast’s schedule and his personal plans. Key highlights include: - August Break: Kunle will be taking the rest of August off to recharge and spend time with family. - Importance of Rest: Emphasis on the importance of sleep and mental health. - Interim…
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How to Effectively Leverage Etsy as an eCommerce Sales Channel → Dylan Jahraus
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Dylan Jahraus is a seasoned e-commerce expert and successful Etsy seller, with multiple 7-figures in sales on the platform. Dylan has a background in corporate e-commerce at Zappos and Zulily, she now empowers thousands of Etsy sellers worldwide through her coaching programs, helping them achieve significant sales growth. Dylan Jahraus’ Free Webina…
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Digital Products → How Ryan Sold a Million Stars
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Ryan Hart is a product management expert and author. With a background in insurance sales, Ryan pivoted to entrepreneurship, creating a profitable digital product business. His book, “How I Sold a Million Stars,” offers insights into his innovative marketing strategies and business acumen. Guest’s Links: Website: Read the Book: How I Sold a Million…
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How AI and Entity-Based Search are Transforming SEO → Zach Boyette
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Zach Boyette is the co-founder of Galactic Fed, a growth marketing agency specializing in paid media, SEO, and organic social strategies. With a background at Google and TopTal, Zach brings a wealth of experience in scaling businesses and driving digital growth. His agency takes a scientific approach to marketing, inspired by his co-founder’s work …
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How HatLaunch Leveraged Clearco’s Non-Dilutive Funding and Scales to $10M → Robert Hamm
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In this episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, host Kunle Campbell is joined by Andrew Curtis, CEO of Clearco, along with Robert Hamm and Tyler Smith from HatLaunch. They discuss leveraging non-dilutive funding to scale HatLaunch to a $10 million business. Learn how effective ad spend, strategic capital management, and automation have driven their gr…
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How Elite Media Buyers are Leveraging AI in their Meta Ads Campaigns → Depesh Mandalia
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In this episode of the 2x eCommerce podcast, host Kunle Campbell interviews Facebook ad expert Depesh Mandalia, discussing how elite media buyers are leveraging AI in Meta ads. They delve into topics such as the 5W Avatar framework for targeting audiences, the evolution of Depesh's career, and practical application of AI for ad creation and optimiz…
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How Personalized Unboxing Drives Customer Loyalty → Tyler Delarm
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Tyler Delarm serves as the Head of Marketing at Undigital, where he spearheads efforts to revolutionize the unboxing experience for DTC brands. His extensive marketing background, which includes eCommerce and FinTech, has equipped him with unique insights into customer engagement and retention. Tyler’s work focuses on leveraging personalization to …
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$40M Revenue in Year 3: How Meta Ads, Strategic Branding, and Influencers Drive Hostage Tape's Success → Alex Neist
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In this episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, Kunle Campbell interviews Alex Neist, the founder of Hostage Tape, a disruptive sleep brand. Alex shares his journey from managing a SaaS business to creating and rapidly scaling Hostage Tape into a multi-million dollar business. He discusses how personal struggles with sleep and health led him to discov…
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Performance-Driven Influencer Marketing Mastery: Generating Revenue at Scale through TikTok and Instagram Posts → Nadia Bubennikova
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In today's episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, we delve into the technical intricacies of influencer marketing with Nadia Bubennikova from Famesters. Nadia provides a comprehensive breakdown of how to effectively scale revenue through performance-driven influencer marketing campaigns on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. The discussion emphasize…
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The Right Way to Use Google and Meta Ads to Scale Your DTC Sales from $1M to $10M+ → Sam Piliero (2nd Interview)
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In this second part of the interview with Sam Piliero on the 2X eCommerce Podcast, host Kunle Campbell continues the conversation from last week, shifting focus from strategic to tactical insights. They delve into advanced strategies for optimizing Google Ads and Meta campaigns, providing actionable advice for eCommerce brands. The discussion cover…
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Ex-VaynerMedia and BarkBox Exec Explains How to Scale from $1M to $10M+ → Sam Piliero
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In this episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, I sit down with Sam Piliero, the founder and CEO of The Moonlighters, a demand gen and capture media buying agency. Sam’s journey from selling lemonade as a kid to working with major players like VaynerMedia and BarkBox is truly inspiring. He shares how these experiences paved the way for creating The Mo…
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How Automating Accounting Fuels E-Commerce Growth → Jason Richelson
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In this episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, host Kunle Campbell speaks with Jason Richelson, the founder of Bookkeep, to explore the critical elements of accounting tailored for the online retail space. The discussion centers on the pivotal role of accrual accounting and its necessity for accurate financial management in business operations. Jason…
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How Dapper Boi Redefines Fashion with All-Gender Inclusivity → Vicky Pasche
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In today’s episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, we delve deep into the innovative journey of Dapper Boi, a brand at the forefront of all-gender inclusive fashion. Host Kunle Campbell engages with Vicky Pasche, the visionary founder of Dapper Boi, tracing the brand’s evolution from its roots as an androgynous apparel line to becoming a beacon of inc…
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Maximising Your eCommerce Capital Raising and Funding Outcomes → Lonnie Bloom
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In this episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, Kunle Campbell sits down with Lonnie Bloom, an audit partner at Withum specializing in the e-commerce and technology sectors. Bloom recounts his journey from a budding interest in accounting to his pivotal role in navigating the financial complexities of e-commerce. He shares insights into the challenges…
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How to Make Better Pricing Decisions as an eCommerce Operator → Aaron Cowper
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In today's episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, we dive into the nuanced world of eCommerce pricing strategies with Aaron Cowper, the mastermind behind ShopGrok. Host Kunle Campbell engages Aaron in a deep discussion on his evolution from a strategy consultant for global giants like PwC and McKinsey to founding ShopGrok, a pivotal force in shaping …
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How to Transform Your eCommerce Business from Surviving to Thriving with CRO Mastery → Matthew Stafford
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In today's episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, we dive into the intricacies of Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO) for ecommerce with Matthew Stafford, co-founder of Build Grow Scale. Host Kunle Campbell engages Stafford in a detailed discussion on the key factors that enable ecommerce businesses to grow from their initial million to over $10 milli…
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How ThriftBooks Became North America's Leading Second-Hand Bookseller → Mike Ward
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In today's episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, we delve into the remarkable journey of ThriftBooks, the leading secondhand books business in North America. Host Kunle Campbell interviews Mike Ward, the Chief Innovation Officer at ThriftBooks.com, exploring the company's evolution from a startup leveraging Amazon's platform to a dominant force in t…
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"8-D Method" that has generated over $1 billion in eCommerce sales → Sabir Semerkant
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On today’s episode, Kunle is joined by Sabir Semerkant, CEO and Founder of Growth by Sabir, a program designed to maximize the growth potential of a business. The power of yes. Sabir has lived by saying yes throughout his life. His high school guidance counselor’s advice to take his second career option which is to become a computer scientist when …
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How Shopify is Doubling Down on Enterprise Commerce → Bobby Morrison
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In this episode, Bobby, the Chief Revenue Officer at Shopify, discusses the company's growth and positioning in the enterprise commerce market. He shares his career journey and highlights the strategy behind Shopify's foray into the enterprise space. Bobby explains Shopify's architecture and offering, including the concept of composable commerce. H…
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How Grip has Safely Shipped $1B worth of Perishables for DTC Brands → Juan Meisel
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On today’s episode, Kunle is joined by Juan Meisel, Founder and CEO of Grip, a logistics company that handles frozen/refrigerated products all over the US smoothly and hassle-free. Juan Meisel used to work with ButcherBox, an animal-welfare-focused meat company that sources and delivers quality meat and seafood products. From $0 to $600 million, Bu…
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How Holme and Hadfield are Using Community to Power Up their Product Development Process → Phil Hadfield
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On today's episode, we dive deep into the world of e-commerce, entrepreneurship, and building a brand that stands out in the crowded digital marketplace. Kunle speaks to Phil from Holme & Hadfield, a brand that has taken the e-commerce world by storm by focusing on creating meticulously designed organizers for watches, knives, and tech gear that ca…
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