EP01: Welcome to the ASOM Pod - What is the Future of eCommerce?

Welcome to the ASOM Pod: Ecom Insights from Four Industry Perspectives

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In the inaugural episode of the ASOM Pod, the hosts Jimmy Kim (CIO and founder of Sendlane) and John Roman (CEO and co-founder of BattlBox), Amer Grozdanic (CEO & Co-Founder of Praella) and Bryan MacDonald (Director of Ecommerce at Oma’s Pride)— introduce themselves and their backgrounds and discuss the inception and goals of the podcast.

They dive into the dynamics of e-commerce, touching on the shift from traditional retail to direct-to-consumer models, the importance of omni-channel strategies, and emerging trends like TikTok Shops and Amazon’s evolving role.

The conversation highlights the significance of community within the industry, as well as the impact of consumer behavior and market changes. The hosts underscore the value of sharing their diverse experiences to provide actionable insights for entrepreneurs and businesses navigating the e-commerce landscape.

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00:00 Introduction to the ASOM Pod

00:21 Meet the Hosts

01:57 The Origin of the ASOM Pod

02:16 The Value of Sharing Best Practices

04:23 Building a Community of E-commerce Experts

14:07 The Future of E-commerce

32:10 Mastering Supply Chain Control

32:36 The Turkey Connection and Thanksgiving Tradition

33:23 Transitioning to Retail: Costs and Benefits

35:04 Retail Legitimacy and Price Sensitivity

35:43 Independent Pet Stores and E-commerce Impact

39:37 Omni channel Strategies and Generational Shifts

45:28 Consumer Behavior and Market Evolution

46:31 The Future of E-commerce and Subscription Models

51:35 Amazon’s Influence and Brand Recognition

55:02 Conclusion and Next Episode Teaser

Follow Jimmy Kim at:

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Follow Bryan MacDonald at:

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Follow John Roman at:

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Follow Amer Grozdanic at:

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/@amergrozdanic

Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amergrozdanic

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