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Rohan Shah

Rohan Shah is the Co-founder and CRO at Extend, a company that allows merchants to offer extended warranties and protection plans as services. Extend’s technology supports a seamless customer experience by automating brand warranty and protection processes. As a technology entrepreneur, Rohan has spent over a decade scaling both startup and Fortune 500 software companies. Before co-founding Extend, he was the Senior Product Manager at BCG Digital Ventures and the Founder and CEO of WITHIN.

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • How brands should consider bottom-line growth
  • The benefits of extended warranties and protection plans
  • Rohan Shah’s strategies for developing customer relationships
  • How can brands adapt to the current market and drive profitability?
  • What services companies can implement to encourage brand engagement and customer lifetime value

In this episode…

With the decline in consumer purchase rates, website traffic is decreasing, causing an increase in conversion costs. So, how can you engage customers to drive bottom-line growth?

Rohan Shah says that instead of creating additional website traffic, brands should focus on enhancing existing customer experiences. He recommends incorporating services such as extended warranties, protection plans, and subscriptions to generate brand affinity and customer relationships. Engaging with consumers on a personal level to solve post-purchase issues ensures customer lifetime value and drives profitability.

In today’s episode of The Digital Deep Dive, Aaron Conant welcomes Rohan Shah, Co-founder and CRO of Extend, to talk about innovative methods to increase profits. Rohan shares how brands should consider bottom-line growth, the benefits of extended warranties and protection plans, and strategies for building customer relationships.

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In addition, we have had 1x1 conversations with over 5,000 brands and have a real-time pulse on what digital strategies are successful and why. This in-depth knowledge allows our team to operate on the cutting-edge and provide our clients with best-in-class guidance on how to win in the digital world. We have provided free consultations and strategy sessions for companies of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune-100, to enable growth, resolve issues and make curated service provider introductions that can impact your digital footprint.

We have held to the philosophy of providing high-level insights and actionable knowledge with no sales pitches in order to provide to our network the ability to listen, learn and act to improve themselves as well as their organizations. Our ultimate goal is to be the resource out there to help digital executives find the research they need to excel in the modern marketplace.

If you are interested in getting involved with any of our current or past events, you can find them here. If you are looking for help & would like to set up some time to chat with our team, you can schedule a time or reach out directly to aaron@bwgconnect.com or Tiffany@bwgconnect.com.

James Thomson

James Thomson is the Managing Partner at Equity Value Advisors, where he supports private equity and branded product leaders with due diligence and strategy consulting to accelerate equity value through eCommerce. He is a Board Member and Investor in Mamenta, Davinci Micro Fulfillment, and MAVI.io. Before his current roles, James was the Chief Strategy Officer at Buy Box Experts, a company that offers premium Amazon services to medium-sized and large-sized brands around the world to optimize and grow their businesses. 

James continues to immerse himself in the world of Amazon issues. Before Buy Box, he served as the Business Head of Amazon Services — a division of Amazon responsible for recruiting 10s of 1000s of sellers annually to the marketplace. He also served as the First Account Manager for Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA). Before Amazon, James was a management consultant and banker.

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • How private label brands pioneered the eCommerce marketplace
  • James Thomson explains the requirements and challenges of the aggregator business model
  • Strategies for investors to optimize their portfolios 
  • How does the decrease in aggregators impact private equity buyers?
  • James’ tips for driving growth in portfolio companies
  • Steps investors can take to relaunch a company following a failed aggregator deal

In this episode…

When it comes to the eCommerce M&A (mergers and acquisitions) space, investing in Amazon aggregator brands can be profitable. Yet, these collectors often lack the strategies to manage and scale their companies effectively, resulting in debt and profit loss. So, how can you facilitate the aggregator business model to optimize your portfolio?

When acquiring a portfolio company, you must first develop an M&A strategy to maximize profit. This requires analyzing your portfolio and the price point to determine if the acquisition is right for you. When rebuilding a brand after purchase, it’s essential to recruit strong operational teams that understand Amazon’s policies and growth prospects. By strategically preparing for your investment and developing the appropriate standard operating procedures, you can leverage aggregators for your portfolio.

In this episode of The Digital Deep Dive, Aaron Conant talks with James Thomson, the Managing Partner at Equity Value Advisors, about the current Amazon aggregator market. James explains the requirements and challenges of the aggregator business model, strategies for optimizing your investment portfolio, and how to drive growth in acquired companies.

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BWG Connect provides executive strategy and networking sessions that help brands from any industry with their overall business planning and execution. We network and knowledge share together to better understand and adapt to the newest trends, strategies, and pain points shaping growth in the digital space. BWG Connect, in conjunction with BWG Strategy, has built an exclusive network of 125,000+ senior professionals and hosts over 2,000 virtual and in-person networking events on an annual basis.

In addition, we have had 1x1 conversations with over 5,000 brands and have a real-time pulse on what digital strategies are successful and why. This in-depth knowledge allows our team to operate on the cutting-edge and provide our clients with best-in-class guidance on how to win in the digital world. We have provided free consultations and strategy sessions for companies of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune-100, to enable growth, resolve issues and make curated service provider introductions that can impact your digital footprint.

We have held to the philosophy of providing high-level insights and actionable knowledge with no sales pitches in order to provide to our network the ability to listen, learn and act to improve themselves as well as their organizations. Our ultimate goal is to be the resource out there to help digital executives find the research they need to excel in the modern marketplace.

If you are interested in getting involved with any of our current or past events, you can find them here. If you are looking for help & would like to set up some time to chat with our team, you can schedule a time or reach out directly to aaron@bwgconnect.com or Tiffany@bwgconnect.com.

Garret Caudle

Garret Caudle is the Founder and CEO of Influent, a full-service agency that turns executives and thought leaders into industry influencers. With six years of experience in the B2B marketing space, Garret helps brands tell stories through their executives. Before founding Influent, he was the Head of Marketing at MightyHive and also Orca Pacific.

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  • Garret Caudle shares the two factors that influence his business
  • How brands can leverage LinkedIn to generate leads and awareness
  • The importance of influencer relationships in B2B marketing 
  • Garret’s innovative strategy for brand awareness and how businesses can implement it
  • Garret explains LinkedIn’s algorithms 

In this episode…

B2B marketing has largely transitioned to social platforms, yet many brands lack a practical strategy to identify an ideal platform and generate content. So, how can you determine the best strategy and platform for creating brand awareness?

Garret Caudle maintains that people connect with people, not brands, so it’s crucial to develop a strategy that creates and utilizes a personal brand style. This involves identifying influencers or other personable creators to establish a profile that matches your brand’s vision. Once you’ve accomplished this, you can research and leverage LinkedIn’s growing social platform to create short, engaging pieces of content that resonate with your target audience. 

In today’s episode of The Digital Deep Dive, Aaron Conant sits down with Garret Caudle, Founder and CEO of Influent, to talk about leveraging LinkedIn into your content marketing strategy. Garret shares how brands can use LinkedIn to generate leads and awareness, the importance of influencer relationships in B2B marketing, and how to implement an innovative content strategy for brand awareness. 

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In addition, we have had 1x1 conversations with over 5,000 brands and have a real-time pulse on what digital strategies are successful and why. This in-depth knowledge allows our team to operate on the cutting-edge and provide our clients with best-in-class guidance on how to win in the digital world. We have provided free consultations and strategy sessions for companies of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune-100, to enable growth, resolve issues and make curated service provider introductions that can impact your digital footprint.

We have held to the philosophy of providing high-level insights and actionable knowledge with no sales pitches in order to provide to our network the ability to listen, learn and act to improve themselves as well as their organizations. Our ultimate goal is to be the resource out there to help digital executives find the research they need to excel in the modern marketplace.

If you are interested in getting involved with any of our current or past events, you can find them here. If you are looking for help & would like to set up some time to chat with our team, you can schedule a time or reach out directly to aaron@bwgconnect.com or Tiffany@bwgconnect.com.

 

Todd Hassenfelt

Todd Hassenfelt is the eCommerce Director of Growth Strategy and Planning at Colgate-Palmolive, an innovative growth company that reimagines a healthier future for people, pets, and the planet. He has extensive leadership experience in brick-and-mortar and eCommerce channels, serving as a leader on both sales and marketing teams. 

Todd has also sold some of the top brands in the US to multiple channels, including C-store, mass merchandisers, wholesale clubs, supermarkets, and eCommerce. As an eCommerce and content contributor, he has published articles in publications including BRAVE Commerce, Ecommerce Braintrust, and The Digital Shelf Cast.

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • Todd Hassenfelt explains the key differences between the digital shelf and brick-and-mortar stores 
  • Factors impacting the digital shelf 
  • How the digital shelf influences offline stores
  • Strategies brands can employ to leverage both online and offline marketing
  • Todd shares how the digital shelf connects internal teams
  • Tips for engaging team members to stimulate growth

In this episode…

The pandemic has altered the trajectory of selling and marketing for brands. In the pandemic’s aftermath, consumers are transitioning back to in-store purchasing, yet online selling remains. So, how can you develop a strategy to meet these evolving demands?

Todd Hassenfelt urges brands not to disregard the digital shelf. Instead, you should compare and contrast both online and in-store selling options to gauge the customer journey effectively. With consumers buying from multiple brands and retailers in both settings, it’s essential to optimize your digital shelf to increase your online and in-store presence. By engaging your teams, you can build solutions to maximize your ROI and meet consumer needs. 

Tune in to this episode of The Digital Deep Dive as Aaron Conant talks with Todd Hassenfelt, the eCommerce Director of Growth Strategy and Planning at Colgate-Palmolive, about leveraging the capabilities of the digital shelf. Todd explains the major differences between the digital shelf and brick-and-mortar stores, how the digital shelf impacts offline stores, and strategies brands can use to leverage both online and in-store selling.

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BWG Connect provides executive strategy and networking sessions that help brands from any industry with their overall business planning and execution. We network and knowledge share together to better understand and adapt to the newest trends, strategies, and pain points shaping growth in the digital space. BWG Connect, in conjunction with BWG Strategy, has built an exclusive network of 125,000+ senior professionals and hosts over 2,000 virtual and in-person networking events on an annual basis.

In addition, we have had 1x1 conversations with over 5,000 brands and have a real-time pulse on what digital strategies are successful and why. This in-depth knowledge allows our team to operate on the cutting-edge and provide our clients with best-in-class guidance on how to win in the digital world. We have provided free consultations and strategy sessions for companies of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune-100, to enable growth, resolve issues and make curated service provider introductions that can impact your digital footprint.

We have held to the philosophy of providing high-level insights and actionable knowledge with no sales pitches in order to provide to our network the ability to listen, learn and act to improve themselves as well as their organizations. Our ultimate goal is to be the resource out there to help digital executives find the research they need to excel in the modern marketplace.

If you are interested in getting involved with any of our current or past events, you can find them here. If you are looking for help & would like to set up some time to chat with our team, you can schedule a time or reach out directly to aaron@bwgconnect.com or Tiffany@bwgconnect.com.

 

Charlie Ninegar

Charlie Ninegar is the Vice President of Sales at Nixon, a brand that sells watches and accessories. He oversees all sales and business strategy implementation for Nixon’s market and serves in an advisory role on the Marketplace Steering Committee. Over the past 15 years, Charlie has gained experience integrating cutting-edge technologies and ensuring business continuity and consistent growth under challenging market conditions. He is also a speaker at conferences on topics including "The Future of eCommerce and How You Can Help Your Brand Prepare," "Competing In A Marketplace-Heavy World (And Still Maintaining Margin)," and "Preparing your Amazon Strategy for Long-term Success."

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • How should brands prepare for the next era of consumer marketing?
  • What brands must consider when utilizing multiple channels 
  • The importance of a holistic strategy when marketing your brand
  • Tips and strategies for startups to launch their product, raise awareness, and scale
  • What is the best platform your brand can leverage?

In this episode…

Digital and consumer marketing are rapidly evolving, and brands must find new methods to secure conversions and customer acquisitions. So, what is the best strategy for brand awareness?

High-growth digital brands should leverage a multi-channel strategy to reach more customers. Executing this approach requires establishing the most popular retailers among your consumers and understanding their buying habits. It’s also important to determine which channels are the best fit for your brand so you can create a lasting impression.

In this episode of The Digital Deep Dive, Aaron Conant sits down with Charlie Ninegar, Vice President of Sales at Nixon, to talk about multi-channel strategies for your brand. Charlie discusses what brands should consider when using multiple channels, the importance of a holistic brand marketing strategy, and how to launch a new brand. 

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BWG Connect provides executive strategy and networking sessions that help brands from any industry with their overall business planning and execution. We network and knowledge share together to better understand and adapt to the newest trends, strategies, and pain points shaping growth in the digital space. BWG Connect, in conjunction with BWG Strategy, has built an exclusive network of 125,000+ senior professionals and hosts over 2,000 virtual and in-person networking events on an annual basis.

In addition, we have had 1x1 conversations with over 5,000 brands and have a real-time pulse on what digital strategies are successful and why. This in-depth knowledge allows our team to operate on the cutting-edge and provide our clients with best-in-class guidance on how to win in the digital world. We have provided free consultations and strategy sessions for companies of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune-100, to enable growth, resolve issues and make curated service provider introductions that can impact your digital footprint.

We have held to the philosophy of providing high-level insights and actionable knowledge with no sales pitches in order to provide to our network the ability to listen, learn and act to improve themselves as well as their organizations. Our ultimate goal is to be the resource out there to help digital executives find the research they need to excel in the modern marketplace.

If you are interested in getting involved with any of our current or past events, you can find them here. If you are looking for help & would like to set up some time to chat with our team, you can schedule a time or reach out directly to aaron@bwgconnect.com or Tiffany@bwgconnect.com.

 

Todd Hassenfelt

Todd Hassenfelt is the eCommerce Director of Growth Strategy and Planning at Colgate-Palmolive, an innovative growth company that reimagines a healthier future for people, pets, and the planet. He has extensive leadership experience in brick and mortar and eCommerce channels, serving as a leader on both sales and marketing teams. 

Todd has also sold some of the top brands in the US to multiple channels including C-store, mass merchandisers, wholesale clubs, supermarkets, and eCommerce. As an eCommerce and content contributor, he has published articles in publications including BRAVE Commerce, Ecommerce Braintrust, and The Digital Shelf Cast.

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • Todd Hassenfelt’s tips for analyzing data sources and choosing sharing options
  • The complexities of having multiple data sources
  • The importance of communication in data analytics
  • Todd’s advice and analogies for professionals in the digital space
  • How to optimize the consumer experience

In this episode…

Data sharing in eCommerce sales has become increasingly complex, with multiple sources to analyze and options to choose from. So, how can you determine the best course of action for performance and growth?

For starters, it’s useful to develop a data scoring system that allows you to evaluate market changes. With this framework in place, you can dictate the most valuable data source for your business goals. Another productive strategy is to collaborate and communicate with internal teams and departments to leverage opportunities and examine your data. Through teamwork and the right scoring system, you can establish the most effective data sharing option to meet your long-term growth objectives.

In today’s episode of The Digital Deep Dive, Aaron Conant joins Todd Hassenfelt, the eCommerce Director of Growth Strategy and Planning at Colgate-Palmolive, to discuss the best methods for choosing data sharing options. Todd shares his tips for analyzing data sources, the importance of communication in data analytics, and how to optimize the customer experience.

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BWG Connect provides executive strategy and networking sessions that help brands from any industry with their overall business planning and execution. We network and knowledge share together to better understand and adapt to the newest trends, strategies, and pain points shaping growth in the digital space. BWG Connect, in conjunction with BWG Strategy, has built an exclusive network of 125,000+ senior professionals and hosts over 2,000 virtual and in-person networking events on an annual basis.

In addition, we have had 1x1 conversations with over 5,000 brands and have a real-time pulse on what digital strategies are successful and why. This in-depth knowledge allows our team to operate on the cutting-edge and provide our clients with best-in-class guidance on how to win in the digital world. We have provided free consultations and strategy sessions for companies of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune-100, to enable growth, resolve issues and make curated service provider introductions that can impact your digital footprint.

We have held to the philosophy of providing high-level insights and actionable knowledge with no sales pitches in order to provide to our network the ability to listen, learn and act to improve themselves as well as their organizations. Our ultimate goal is to be the resource out there to help digital executives find the research they need to excel in the modern marketplace.

If you are interested in getting involved with any of our current or past events, you can find them here. If you are looking for help & would like to set up some time to chat with our team, you can schedule a time or reach out directly to aaron@bwgconnect.com or Tiffany@bwgconnect.com.

 

James Thomson

James Thomson is the former Chief Strategy Officer at Buy Box Experts, a company that offers premium Amazon services to medium-sized and large-sized brands around the world to optimize and grow their businesses. While at Buy Box, James supported brand executives with issues of channel governance, branding governance, online growth strategies, and pricing standards. James continues to immerse himself in the world of Amazon issues.

Before Buy Box, James served as the Business Head of Amazon Services — a division of Amazon responsible for recruiting 10s of 1000s of sellers annually to the marketplace. He also served as the First Account Manager for Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA). Before Amazon, James was a management consultant and banker.

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • James Thomson explains Buy with Prime and what brands should consider before using it
  • Does Amazon have enough warehouse capacity, and what are the implications for brands?
  • How DTC brands can maximize their fulfillment networks to compete with Amazon Prime
  • The challenge of using Buy with Prime
  • What is the most cost-effective shipping method?
  • How to optimize your shipping to live up to customer expectations
  • Why brands should develop a solid eCommerce strategy

In this episode…

The emergence of Buy with Prime has created a competitive selling environment. Direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands that sell on Amazon Prime are outperforming those that use alternative platforms such as Shopify. So, how can you optimize your selling channel to serve your consumers better and compete with Amazon sellers?

It’s essential to offer your consumers the same shipping times they expect from Amazon. To achieve this, you must develop a long-term eCommerce strategy that maximizes your fulfillment networks and leverages quick and efficient delivery methods. By transitioning from third-party logistics companies (3PLs) to a more automated distribution system, you can successfully sell, fulfill, and deliver your products without relying on Amazon fulfillment.  

In today’s episode of The Digital Deep Dive, Aaron Conant talks with James Thomson, former Chief Strategy Officer at Buy Box Experts, to discuss developing an eCommerce strategy to outperform your competitors. James shares how DTC brands can maximize their fulfillment centers to compete with Amazon Prime sellers, the challenge of using Buy with Prime, and how to optimize shipping to your consumers.

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BWG Connect provides executive strategy and networking sessions that help brands from any industry with their overall business planning and execution. We network and knowledge share together to better understand and adapt to the newest trends, strategies, and pain points shaping growth in the digital space. BWG Connect, in conjunction with BWG Strategy, has built an exclusive network of 125,000+ senior professionals and hosts over 2,000 virtual and in-person networking events on an annual basis.

In addition, we have had 1x1 conversations with over 5,000 brands and have a real-time pulse on what digital strategies are successful and why. This in-depth knowledge allows our team to operate on the cutting-edge and provide our clients with best-in-class guidance on how to win in the digital world. We have provided free consultations and strategy sessions for companies of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune-100, to enable growth, resolve issues and make curated service provider introductions that can impact your digital footprint.

We have held to the philosophy of providing high-level insights and actionable knowledge with no sales pitches in order to provide to our network the ability to listen, learn and act to improve themselves as well as their organizations. Our ultimate goal is to be the resource out there to help digital executives find the research they need to excel in the modern marketplace.

If you are interested in getting involved with any of our current or past events, you can find them here. If you are looking for help & would like to set up some time to chat with our team, you can schedule a time or reach out directly to aaron@bwgconnect.com or Tiffany@bwgconnect.com.

 

Corey Apirian

Corey Apirian is the CEO of Davinci Micro Fulfillment, a full-service logistics company that uses technology and partners with brands and retailers to help market, sell, fulfill, and ship their products. As an accomplished supply chain and operations leader, Corey has over 15 years of senior management experience. With more than 20 years of experience in the eCommerce fulfillment industry, Corey has been drop shipping for every major retailer since 2004 and has launched over 50 different subcategories through individual online and brick-and-mortar channels.

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  • Corey Apirian shares how Davinci Micro Fulfillment simplifies the fulfillment process for DTC brands
  • How eCommerce fulfillment has evolved 
  • What brands should consider when employing Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA)
  • How brands can adopt sustainable practices 
  • Corey’s advice for navigating the eCommerce fulfillment space

In this episode…

With the supply chain industry shifting to digital mechanisms, many marketplaces now offer micro fulfillment services to meet evolving consumer demands. Yet, brands are struggling to adjust to this shift, and some still rely on traditional fulfillment methods. So, what steps can you take to transition to micro fulfillment?

When shifting to micro fulfillment centers, it’s critical to balance your supply chain operations by leveraging both eCommerce solutions and your chosen marketplace. This entails analyzing consumer sales data through methods such as shopping cart and buying analyses to meet demands. Once you’ve compiled all the relevant data, you can use micro fulfillment centers to ship your products directly to the end consumer from hyper-local facilities.

In today’s episode of The Digital Deep Dive, join Aaron Conant as he talks with Corey Apirian, CEO of Davinci Micro Fulfillment, about adopting micro fulfillment services to meet customer demands. Corey explains how eCommerce fulfillment has evolved, how brands can adopt sustainable practices, and what brands should consider when utilizing Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA).

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BWG Connect provides executive strategy and networking sessions that help brands from any industry with their overall business planning and execution. We network and knowledge share together to better understand and adapt to the newest trends, strategies, and pain points shaping growth in the digital space. BWG Connect, in conjunction with BWG Strategy, has built an exclusive network of 125,000+ senior professionals and hosts over 2,000 virtual and in-person networking events on an annual basis.

In addition, we have had 1x1 conversations with over 5,000 brands and have a real-time pulse on what digital strategies are successful and why. This in-depth knowledge allows our team to operate on the cutting-edge and provide our clients with best-in-class guidance on how to win in the digital world. We have provided free consultations and strategy sessions for companies of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune-100, to enable growth, resolve issues and make curated service provider introductions that can impact your digital footprint.

We have held to the philosophy of providing high-level insights and actionable knowledge with no sales pitches in order to provide to our network the ability to listen, learn and act to improve themselves as well as their organizations. Our ultimate goal is to be the resource out there to help digital executives find the research they need to excel in the modern marketplace.

If you are interested in getting involved with any of our current or past events, you can find them here. If you are looking for help & would like to set up some time to chat with our team, you can schedule a time or reach out directly to aaron@bwgconnect.com or Tiffany@bwgconnect.com.

Kiri Masters

Kiri Masters is the Founder of Bobsled Marketing, a digital agency that helps consumer products brands grow their sales on web marketplaces. In February 2022, Acadia acquired Bobsled, and Kiri is now Head of Retail Marketplace Strategy. Bobsled has been named one of the top 18 Amazon firms by Business Insider and ranks in the Marketplace Pulse Top 100.

Kiri is the author or co-author of The Amazon Expansion Plan, Amazon for CMOs, and Instacart CMOs, books that offer an in-depth view of generating predictable results for retail brands. Kiri is also a regular contributor to Forbes Retail, sharing knowledge gathered from managing hundreds of brands’ accounts on Amazon.

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: 

  • Kiri Masters’ background in the digital marketplace space
  • Should brands consider using Walmart’s paid media platform?
  • Kiri’s two-tiered model for allocating retail media budgets
  • Return on Ad Spend (ROAS) is not your friend: The greatest mistake brands make when scaling up
  • How Acadia uses Amazon Marketing Cloud (AMC) to target ads

In this episode…

The digital marketplace is expanding far beyond just Amazon. Stores like Walmart and Target are transitioning to retail media networks, making it difficult for brands to manage their selling and advertising channels. How can you effectively navigate the digital marketplace and allocate your budget to boost sales?

The marketing funnel allows brands to organize and distribute their product ads through each stage of the customer journey. When you shift your focus from each selling channel to your target options for products, you can create a selling strategy that markets your product to the customer. And by assigning ads to each stage based on product needs, you can determine which selling channel is right for you. 

In this episode of The Digital Deep Dive, Aaron Conant joins Kiri Masters, Founder of Bobsled Marketing, to discuss creating a selling strategy to navigate retail media networks. Kiri reveals her tips for allocating retail media budgets, a common mistake brands make when trying to scale, and how her business uses Amazon Marketing Cloud (AMC) to create targeted ads. 

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BWG Connect provides executive strategy and networking sessions that help brands from any industry with their overall business planning and execution. We network and knowledge share together to better understand and adapt to the newest trends, strategies, and pain points shaping growth in the digital space. BWG Connect, in conjunction with BWG Strategy, has built an exclusive network of 125,000+ senior professionals and hosts over 2,000 virtual and in-person networking events on an annual basis.

In addition, we have had 1x1 conversations with over 5,000 brands and have a real-time pulse on what digital strategies are successful and why. This in-depth knowledge allows our team to operate on the cutting-edge and provide our clients with best-in-class guidance on how to win in the digital world. We have provided free consultations and strategy sessions for companies of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune-100, to enable growth, resolve issues and make curated service provider introductions that can impact your digital footprint.

We have held to the philosophy of providing high-level insights and actionable knowledge with no sales pitches in order to provide to our network the ability to listen, learn and act to improve themselves as well as their organizations. Our ultimate goal is to be the resource out there to help digital executives find the research they need to excel in the modern marketplace.

If you are interested in getting involved with any of our current or past events, you can find them here. If you are looking for help & would like to set up some time to chat with our team, you can schedule a time or reach out directly to aaron@bwgconnect.com or Tiffany@bwgconnect.com.

Nich Weinheimer

Nich Weinheimer is the General Manager of Strategy and Commerce at Skai (formerly Kenshoo), an omnichannel marketing platform that helps performance marketers to plan, activate and measure programs across digital media for informed decisions, high efficiency and optimal return. Skai uniquely connects data and workflows across all walled garden media and its retail media partners include Amazon Ads, Walmart Connect, Roundel, Instacart, Kroger, Criteo, CitrusAd and many more.

In his current role, Nich delivers innovative software and data solutions to the rapidly-evolving landscape of retailers and brands. With over a decade of experience in digital advertising, Nich has held leadership roles, including Head of Advertising for Buy Box Experts, Co-founder and Managing Partner of WNW International, Data Consulting and Enterprise Sales at Ekata, and Director of Sales Operations at Commerce Hub.

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  • The challenges and shifts brands and retailers face across the eCommerce continuum
  • How should brands and retailers be evaluating and leveraging Amazon's Demand Side Platform (DSP)?
  • Nich’s tips for using eCommerce technology to organize roles and target your brand to consumers 
  • How retailers can scale up using display media
  • Nich reveals the future of eCommerce
  • How retail media marketers can solve their biggest challenges
  • How retailers can drive growth using Amazon

In this episode…

The continued advancements in retail media present a new set of challenges for brands and retailers who must transition from traditional to digital media. So, how can your business stay ahead of this shift to drive performance and growth?

Driving growth in digital retail media requires understanding and managing your brand’s data to leverage upper funnel media. Perhaps the most recognizable and powerful tool in a merchant's toolbox is Amazon's Demand Side Platform, or DSP. This platform allows merchant's to programmatically buy ads to reach new and existing audiences, both on and off Amazon. Merchants who can successfully leverage the power of DSP can see a major impact throughout the funnel. 

In today’s episode of The Digital Deep Dive, Aaron Conant sits down with Nich Weinheimer, General Manager of Strategy and Commerce at Skai, to discuss navigating the shift in retail media. Nich covers some of the top challenges brands and retailers face across the eCommerce continuum, the benefits of investing in DSP, and how retailers can scale their businesses using display media.

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Extend

Extend uses technology to modernize the warranty industry. Their platform was built to enable any merchant to offer protection plans – regardless of size.

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