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Uncharted Entrepreneurship - hosted by Brent Peterson out of the Minnesota chapter of Entrepreneurs’ Organization – brings you daring stories straight from the trailblazing entrepreneurs who are unmapping business frontiers across every industry. Settle in around our virtual campfire as Brent sits down to pick the brains of startup pioneers, visionary founders, and intrepid CEOs whose origin stories - marked by unexpected twists, lessons, and stumbles along unpaved paths - will inspire your ...
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Talk Commerce

Brent W. Peterson

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If you are seeking new ways to increase your ROI on marketing with your commerce platform, or you may be an entrepreneur who wants to grow your team and be more efficient with your online business. Talk Commerce with Brent W. Peterson draws stories from merchants, marketers, and entrepreneurs who share their experiences in the trenches to help you learn what works and what may not in your business. Keep up with the current news on commerce platforms, marketing trends, and what is new in the ...
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Summary Ravi Karani, President of Sutro, discusses the importance of water quality and how Sutro is revolutionizing the way pool and spa owners maintain their water chemistry. Sutro is a floating laboratory that measures pH, chlorine, and other chemical levels in pools and provides real-time recommendations for maintaining safe and clean water. Rav…
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Summary Chris Mo, CEO and founder of Cartograph, discusses his role in helping consumer packaged goods brands succeed on Amazon. He highlights the importance of crafting compelling product listings and utilizing advertising to drive visibility and sales. Mo also discusses trends in the food and beverage industry, such as the rise of emerging brands…
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Summary Greg Kerr, owner of Alchemy Merch, discusses his role in creating fully custom merchandise for independent artists, brands, and licensed properties. He emphasizes the importance of creating intentional and high-quality products that align with a brand's vision and values. Greg shares his experience in hiring and managing a team, implementin…
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Summary In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Karim Boktor, a leadership and business hypnotherapist. Karim shares his personal journey of overcoming anxiety and depression in his own business and how he discovered the power of the subconscious mind. He explains that 80-90% of our decisions and behaviors are driven by the subc…
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Summary In this episode, Brent Peterson interviews Patrick Donohue, the CEO and co-founder of Hill Capital. Patrick shares his background in finance and his passion for understanding what builds value for businesses. He also discusses his day-to-day role at Hill Capital, which involves investing in growing founder-led small businesses. Outside of b…
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Summary Udayan Bose, founder and CEO of NetElixir, discusses the importance of AI in digital marketing and the challenges faced by e-commerce merchants. He emphasizes the need for experimentation and testing, as well as reserving time for learning and staying updated with industry changes. Bose believes that AI-powered experimentation is essential …
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Summary Bob Moore, CEO and co-founder of Crossbeam, discusses the concept of ecosystem-led growth and the role of partnerships in business. Crossbeam is a software-as-a-service product that acts as an escrow service for data, allowing companies to securely compare and collaborate on their data sets. Moore explains that the idea for Crossbeam came f…
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Summary Jordi Vermeer, Vice President of Revenue for North America at Channel Engine, discusses the role of Channel Engine in helping brands and resellers list, optimize, and manage their marketplace sales. He explains how Channel Engine integrates with platforms like Amazon and offers automation and tools to streamline the process. Vermeer also di…
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Summary Sean Nelson, the CEO of Lovesac, shares the story of how the company started as a side hustle making giant bean bags and evolved into a successful furniture business. He emphasizes the importance of designing products for life and sustainability, allowing customers to buy better stuff and buy less stuff. Lovesac's innovative products, such …
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Summary In this episode, Ben Johnson, the CEO and founder of Particle 41, discusses the importance of OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) in goal setting and measuring progress. He explains how OKRs can bring a data-driven culture to organizations and shares examples of how they can be applied in business. Ben also talks about Particle 41's services,…
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Summary Barbara Wardell and Ernesto Caleri, co-founders of Cullari & Wardell, discuss geofencing as an advertising technology and tactic that helps small businesses recover foot traffic. They explain that geofencing involves drawing virtual fences around competitor locations and sending targeted ads to potential customers when they enter those loca…
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Summary Caleb Webster, founder of Webster Fulfillment, discusses the role of a 3PL and the benefits of outsourcing logistics and shipping. He highlights the challenges and solutions in apparel fulfillment, the expansion into other verticals, and the importance of customer service and customization. Caleb emphasizes the value of a 3PL in saving time…
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Summary Ashley Stanford, the co-founder of Ice Cream Social, discusses the impact of COVID-19 on the event industry and the changing social aspects of events. She emphasizes the importance of social media in event marketing and shares effective strategies for event organizers. Ashley also highlights the significance of partnering with sponsors and …
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Summary Julie Keyes, president of Key Strategies and author of 'Poised for Exit,' discusses the importance of exit planning for business owners. She highlights the common reasons why business owners regret their exits, such as lack of planning for what comes next and not having a clear understanding of their financial situation post-exit. Keyes emp…
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Summary In this episode, Elena Leonova, SVP of Product at Spryker, discusses the challenges of building e-commerce platforms for sophisticated use cases. She highlights the limitations of one-size-fits-all solutions and shares examples of complex use cases that require a more flexible and extensible platform. Elena also reflects on her experience i…
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Yancey Wright, founder of Casa Alternavida, discusses how his retreat center helps leaders reduce stress and anxiety through nature-based activities and conscious communication. He shares his experience with burnout and how it led him to create a space for leaders to reconnect with themselves and their purpose. Yancey emphasizes the importance of b…
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Summary In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Casey Drake, the VP of Sales at Endear, about the importance of SalesChat in retail. They discuss how SalesChat, a live chat widget on a website, can connect customers with sales associates in real-time, creating personalized shopping experiences. Casey emphasizes the value of havi…
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Summary Caleb O'Dowd, a direct response marketer with 19 years of experience, shares insights on direct response marketing and creating killer offers. He emphasizes the importance of creating offers that are designed not to fail by addressing all the reasons why someone would say no. Caleb also discusses the significance of monetization in business…
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Summary Wilson Griffin, CEO and founder of Recurate, discusses the importance of embracing the secondhand economy and circularity in the fashion industry. Recurate helps brands manage their own resale programs, extending the life cycle of products and reducing the environmental footprint. By participating in the resale economy, brands can benefit f…
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Summary In this conversation, Brent Peterson interviews Brian Gerstner, the CEO of White Label IQ, a company that provides specialized digital talent to marketing agencies. They discuss the value of strategic partnerships and how White Label IQ offers specific roles that agencies may not be able to afford to hire full-time. They also talk about the…
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Summary In this conversation, Brent Peterson interviews Misha Zvagintsov, a podcasting pro, about influencer marketing and the power of podcasts. Misha shares his passion for podcasting and how he helps entrepreneurs land guest spots on popular shows. They discuss the value of being a guest on podcasts, even smaller ones, and the importance of clea…
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Summary Tim Porth, founder and president of FiixBOD, discusses his journey as an entrepreneur and the solution his company provides for tennis and golfers elbow. He shares his passion for helping people and his interest in business and entrepreneurship. Tim explains how their product replicates a treatment called scraping to break up scar tissue an…
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Summary Ali Wing, CEO of OOBLI, discusses sweet proteins and their role in revolutionizing sweets and reducing sugar in our diets. Sweet proteins are derived from plants and berries and are designed to trick our taste buds into thinking they are sugar. They do not affect blood glucose levels or the gut microbiome, making them a healthier alternativ…
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Summary Ben Riggle, the Managing Director for Channable, shares insights on expanding online presence across multiple marketplaces. He emphasizes the importance of diversifying sales channels beyond just Amazon and discusses strategies for optimizing product listings, managing campaigns, and finding growth opportunities. Riggle also highlights the …
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Summary In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Josh Gibson from the Sojourn Group. Josh discusses the rise of direct-to-consumer brands and the need for expertise in selling on marketplaces like Amazon, Walmart, and Target. He highlights the importance of listing optimization and the challenges of meeting marketplace requiremen…
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Summary Jennifer Maxwell, CEO and founder of JamBar, shares her journey in the energy bar industry, starting with her involvement in PowerBar in the 80s. She discusses the need for a high-quality, organic energy bar and the inspiration behind creating JamBar. Jennifer emphasizes the authenticity and quality of JamBar, using real food ingredients an…
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Summary In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Raul Galera, the Partnerships Lead at Referral Candy. They discuss various topics related to e-commerce, including the use of AI in content generation, the challenges of rising ad costs, the importance of organic SEO and customer needs vs. wants, the upcoming Black Friday and Cyber…
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Summary In this episode of Talk Commerce, Brent Peterson interviews Lin Dai, the CEO and co-founder of Super Logic, a next-generation rewards and loyalty platform. Lin shares his passion for points and miles and his interest in kitesurfing. The conversation focuses on the evolution of rewards programs, the value of loyalty, and the challenges faced…
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Summary In this episode, Brent interviews Chris Volk, a serial entrepreneur who has taken three companies public on the New York Stock Exchange. Chris shares his experiences and insights on starting and growing successful businesses, the importance of business models, and creating wealth. He emphasizes the six variables of a business model and how …
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Summary Jeremy Toeman, founder of AugX Labs, discusses the importance of video in today's market and the challenges that businesses face in creating video content. He highlights the high demand for video content and the lack of capacity for businesses to create it. To address this, AugX Labs aims to make video creation easier for businesses, partic…
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Summary In this episode of Talk Commerce, Joe Early, the co-founder of Tifosi Optics, shares his insights on crafting customer journeys that dazzle and convert. Tifosi Optics is a leading sunglass manufacturer for the running and biking industry. Joe discusses the challenges of competing in a crowded market and the importance of staying on top of p…
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