In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Celso Borges Shimabukuro from PepsiCo to explore the transformative power of convenience in consumer behavior. We delve into the digital evolution of the CPG industry, particularly during the pandemic, and how PepsiCo has navigated these changes. Celso shares insights on the rise of e-com ... Show More
Oct 2025
#159 - Greece's E-commerce Landscape - Yannis Stathis, ShopFlix
In this episode of the Commerce Talks podcast, I speak with Yannis Stathis , CEO of ShopFlix, a burgeoning marketplace in Greece that is making waves in an e-commerce landscape usually dominated by giants like Amazon and AliExpress. Yannis shares the journey of creating ShopFlix, ... Show More
23m 36s
Feb 2025
#158 - What will a world with a digital Euro look like? - Robert Bueninck, Unzer
Robert Bueninck, CEO of Unzer Group, discusses the evolving payments landscape, e-commerce trends, skepticism around cryptocurrencies, and the future of cash in Germany's digital shift.
31m 44s
Jan 2025
#157 - Is sustainability a business model or a storyline? - Gergana K. Abdulrahman, Wild Fabrik
In this episode of Commerce Talks, Gergana K. Abdulrahman discusses her journey with Wild Fabrik, a sustainable marketplace based in Dubai. She shares insights on the company's origins during the COVID-19 pandemic, its unique business model, and the importance of sustainability i ... Show More
26m 39s
Dec 2024
Nerd Alert: How Consumer Behavior Has Changed
Welcome to Nerd Alert, a series of special episodes bridging the gap between marketing academia and practitioners. We’re breaking down highly involved, complex research into plain language and takeaways any marketer can use.<br /><br />In this episode, Elena and Rob explore resea ... Show More
9m 35s
Jun 2020
Going direct to consumer – part 1, with Na’ama Moran
Host Gemma Milne talks with Na’ama Moran, CEO and co-founder of Cheetah, a restaurant supplier serving small businesses in San Francisco and the Bay Area through their innovative app and warehouse infrastructure. When Cheetah experienced a sudden 80% drop in demand due to shelter ... Show More
36m 44s
Sep 2025
Mercado Libre: E-commerce Empire - [Business Breakdowns, EP.227]
This is Matt Reustle. Today we are breaking down the Latam e-commerce Giant, Mercado Libre. My guest is Daniel Wu of Bristlemoon Capital. I was introduced to MELI about 15 years ago when it was still the eBay of Latam, and similar to a place that you revisit after a long time awa ... Show More
1h 13m
Oct 2024
From Instagram To The Aisles: Meta's Vision For Omnichannel Retailing
Alicia LeBeouf, the Head of retail and E-Commerce at Meta, shares insights on how the company is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance marketing strategies for retailers and brands. During a press breakfast at Groceryshop 2024, LeBeouf discusses the significant role ... Show More
10m 54s
Nov 2024
Leveraging Influencer Commerce
<p>CEO Jennifer Silverberg from SmartCommerce, a martech platform specializing in driving conversions for CPG brands, delves into the world of leveraging influencer commerce. Discover how tapping into influencer marketing can enhance your brand's reach and engagement, ultimately ... Show More
22m 53s
Aug 2024
279-Aslak De Silva, CEO of Selfly Store, on AI in retail
Aslak De Silva, CEO of Selfly Store, discusses the innovative business model of intelligent vending machines and the use of AI in retail. The conversation covers topics such as the unique features of Selfly Store, the role of innovation in business, the impact of dynamic pricing, ... Show More
21m 7s
Jul 2024
A Closer Look at Retail and eCommerce Trends Through the Lens of Athleisure - with Poonam Goyal of Bloomberg Intelligence
<p>Today's guest is Poonam Goyal, Sector Head and Senior eCommerce and Athleisure Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence. Given post-pandemic retail and logistics trends, athleisure is frequently a 'canary in the coalmine' for many cross-sector business challenges. Poonam returns to t ... Show More
25m 58s