Why B2B eCommerce is BOOMING – Lessons from Carrier a $20B Climate Tech Giant! → Steven Duran
In this episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, Kunle Campbell sits down with Steven Duran, Head of Global Commerce Strategy at Carrier Global, to explore how the $20B climate solutions leader is revolutionizing B2B e-commerce.Steven shares:How Carrier reduced B2B e-commerce costs by 90% and cut implementation time from 12 months to 30 days using Shopify.The challenges of modernizing legacy systems (yes, fax orders are still a thing!) and creating seamless, touchless commerce experiences.Why aftermarket services and IoT (like Carrier’s Abound platform) are driving massive growth opportunities.The secret behind Carrier’s One Commerce Accelerator, a Shopify-powered solution that’s transforming how they serve global customers.Practical advice for businesses looking to scale their B2B e-commerce operations, including the importance of customer obsession and composable tech stacks.Whether you’re a small business or a global enterprise, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you unlock the potential of B2B e-commerce.Listen now to learn how to future-proof your B2B strategy!(00:00) - Why B2B eCommerce is BOOMING – Insider Secrets from a $20B Climate Tech Giant! → Steven Duran
(02:43) - Meet Steven Duran: Transforming B2B with Technology
(05:09) - Carrier's B2B eCommerce Evolution
(08:40) - Challenges and Innovations in B2B Commerce
(13:27) - Leveraging Technology for Business Growth
(22:00) - Advice for Small and Medium eCommerce Businesses
(37:41) - Future Outlook and Customer Obsession
Creators & Guests
Kunle Campbell - Host
Steven Duran - Guest
Connect with 2X eCommerce:Website: 2X eCommerce Website → https://2xecommerce.com/podcast/Instagram: 2X eCommerce Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/2xecommerce/Twitter: 2X eCommerce Twitter → https://twitter.com/2XeCommerceYouTube: 2X eCommerce YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@2XeCommerce/Get a Copy of Kunle’s BookElevate your e-commerce game with Kunle Campbell's book, "E-Commerce Growth Strategy: A Brand-Driven Approach to Attract Shoppers, Build Community and Retain Customers." Discover practical strategies and insights to boost your e-commerce growth.Buy on Amazon → https://amzn.to/3ybY6WSBuy on Walmart → https://bit.ly/3swOuDeBuy on Kogan Page → https://bit.ly/44DylLnBuy on Barnes & Noble → https://bit.ly/3Pgd4B4Buy on WHSmith → https://bit.ly/4bfr9r3Sponsors:This episode is proudly brought to you by:1️⃣ REVIEWS.io↳ Drive Sales & Reduce Marketing Spending with REVIEWS.ioREVIEWS.io offers an affordable, all-in-one platform for collecting and displaying customer reviews. It’s easy for you to set up and simple for your customers to leave reviews, helping you boost both trust and conversions from anyone discovering your brand on Google.With REVIEWS.io, you can increase your Google conversions by up to 26%, improve click-through rates, and lower your ad costs—all with a platform built for busy eCommerce operators like you.To find out more, head over to Reviews.ioGet 10% off your first year—use the code ‘2x’ when you sign up or click here.New customers only. Terms and conditions apply.Click here to view the episode transcript.
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Amazon Wholesale Secrets: How to Find Suppliers & Scale to Millions → Corey Ganim
🚚 ABOUT COREY GANIM:Corey Ganim is the host of the Amazon Wholesale Podcast and the creator of The Wholesale Network, a growing community of 200+ Amazon sellers. He specializes in high-volume purchasing strategies and supplier negotiation, helping sellers maximize profits and avoid costly wholesale pitfalls. Join Corey's Wholesale Community here 👉 https://bit.ly/3EoZZCN(00:00) - Amazon Wholesale Secrets: How to Find Suppliers & Scale to Millions → Corey Ganim
(03:29) - Overview of Guest's Businesses
(04:28) - The Wholesale Network Community
(06:10) - Amazon and Other Selling Channels
(06:36) - Product Categories and Group Buys
(07:43) - Guest's Origin Story
(10:41) - Starting in Wholesale
(11:39) - Finding and Working with Suppliers
(16:57) - First Wholesale Deal and Growth
(18:39) - Breaking Down a Group Buy Deal
(23:50) - Unit Economics and Profit Margins
(26:25) - Team and Automation
(27:42) - Navigating Amazon's Gating Issues
(29:08) - Building a Strong Community
(30:28) - Challenging and Milestone Deals
(33:14) - 2025 Outlook and Opportunities
(39:12) - Amazon Advertising Tips
(41:43) - Ensuring Supply Chain Authenticity
(44:36) - Building a Robust Wholesale Business
(47:52) - Conclusion and Resources
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Connect with 2X eCommerce:Website: 2X eCommerce Website → https://2xecommerce.com/podcast/Instagram: 2X eCommerce Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/2xecommerce/Twitter: 2X eCommerce Twitter → https://twitter.com/2XeCommerceYouTube: 2X eCommerce YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@2XeCommerce/Get a Copy of Kunle’s BookElevate your e-commerce game with Kunle Campbell's book, "E-Commerce Growth Strategy: A Brand-Driven Approach to Attract Shoppers, Build Community and Retain Customers." Discover practical strategies and insights to boost your e-commerce growth.Buy on Amazon → https://amzn.to/3ybY6WSBuy on Walmart → https://bit.ly/3swOuDeBuy on Kogan Page → https://bit.ly/44DylLnBuy on Barnes & Noble → https://bit.ly/3Pgd4B4Buy on WHSmith → https://bit.ly/4bfr9r3Sponsors:This episode is proudly brought to you by:1️⃣ REVIEWS.io↳ Drive Sales & Reduce Marketing Spending with REVIEWS.ioREVIEWS.io offers an affordable, all-in-one platform for collecting and displaying customer reviews. It’s easy for you to set up and simple for your customers to leave reviews, helping you boost both trust and conversions from anyone discovering your brand on Google.With REVIEWS.io, you can increase your Google conversions by up to 26%, improve click-through rates, and lower your ad costs—all with a platform built for busy eCommerce operators like you.To find out more, head over to Reviews.ioGet 10% off your first year—use the code ‘2x’ when you sign up or click here.New customers only. Terms and conditions apply.Click here to view the episode transcript.
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From $200K to $4M in 3 Years 🦷 How This Dentist Couple Crushed Kickstarter, Amazon & IP Wars → Brynn Snyder
🦷 ABOUT BRYNN SNYDER:Co-founder of Slate, mom of 5, and “dental interpreter” on a mission to make oral care life-saving, not life-draining. With her dentist husband Danny, they’re proving niche brands can SCALE by solving real health crises.(00:00) -
(00:34) - Introducing the 2X eCommerce Podcast
(03:56) - How Slate Electric Flosser Works
(06:15) - Challenges and Successes in Product Development
(20:18) - Funding and Launching Slate
(22:39) - Navigating Manufacturing and Iterations
(24:58) - Growth and Future Plans for Slate
(27:35) - Scaling from Kickstarter to $1M
(27:55) - Building Trust with Dental Professionals
(29:31) - Expanding Sales Channels: Amazon and Beyond
(30:18) - Protecting Intellectual Property
(33:16) - Team Growth and Strategic Hiring
(35:13) - Defining the Slate Brand
(38:30) - Marketplace Strategy and Education
(43:54) - Influencer Collaborations and Performance
(49:04) - Reflections and Advice for Entrepreneurs
(53:00) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Connect with 2X eCommerce:Website: 2X eCommerce Website → https://2xecommerce.com/podcast/Instagram: 2X eCommerce Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/2xecommerce/Twitter: 2X eCommerce Twitter → https://twitter.com/2XeCommerceYouTube: 2X eCommerce YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@2XeCommerce/Get a Copy of Kunle’s BookElevate your e-commerce game with Kunle Campbell's book, "E-Commerce Growth Strategy: A Brand-Driven Approach to Attract Shoppers, Build Community and Retain Customers." Discover practical strategies and insights to boost your e-commerce growth.Buy on Amazon → https://amzn.to/3ybY6WSBuy on Walmart → https://bit.ly/3swOuDeBuy on Kogan Page → https://bit.ly/44DylLnBuy on Barnes & Noble → https://bit.ly/3Pgd4B4Buy on WHSmith → https://bit.ly/4bfr9r3Sponsors:This episode is proudly brought to you by:1️⃣ REVIEWS.io↳ Drive Sales & Reduce Marketing Spending with REVIEWS.ioREVIEWS.io offers an affordable, all-in-one platform for collecting and displaying customer reviews. It’s easy for you to set up and simple for your customers to leave reviews, helping you boost both trust and conversions from anyone discovering your brand on Google.With REVIEWS.io, you can increase your Google conversions by up to 26%, improve click-through rates, and lower your ad costs—all with a platform built for busy eCommerce operators like you.To find out more, head over to Reviews.ioGet 10% off your first year—use the code ‘2x’ when you sign up or click here.New customers only. Terms and conditions apply.
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Scorecards: The Key to Accountability and Managing High-Performing eCommerce Teams → Matt Putra
Matt Putra is the founder of Eightx and a seasoned fractional CFO with a proven track record of helping over 60 eCommerce and CPG brands scale profitably. With experience across the US, UK, Canada, and Australia, Matt specializes in aligning financial strategy with business goals, whether preparing for exits or navigating cash flow challenges. His innovative approach includes using scorecards and AI to maximize ROI and improve team efficiency.(00:00) - Introduction to Fulfillment Center Issues
(00:22) - The Importance of Scorecards
(00:34) - 2025 Business Strategies
(00:55) - Podcast Introduction and Guest Welcome
(01:18) - Meet Matt, the Fractional CFO
(03:39) - Matt's Journey to Fractional CFO
(05:33) - Global Business Insights
(06:36) - Team Growth and Hiring Strategies
(07:41) - Client Objectives and Business Types
(10:03) - The Power of Delegation
(15:08) - Scorecards vs. Dashboards
(22:53) - The Role of CFOs and COOs in Business Management
(23:30) - Importance of Accurate Data and Simple Systems
(24:48) - Case Study: Implementing Scorecards in Large Companies
(26:37) - Live Demonstration: How to Use Scorecards
(29:00) - The Power of Weekly Accountability Cycles
(32:56) - Preparing for 2025: Maximizing ROI and Efficiency
(34:27) - Leveraging AI for Business Growth
(36:21) - Practical AI Use Cases for E-commerce
(40:54) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Connect with 2X eCommerce:Website: 2X eCommerce Website → https://2xecommerce.com/podcast/Instagram: 2X eCommerce Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/2xecommerce/Twitter: 2X eCommerce Twitter → https://twitter.com/2XeCommerceYouTube: 2X eCommerce YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@2XeCommerce/Get a Copy of Kunle’s BookElevate your e-commerce game with Kunle Campbell's book, "E-Commerce Growth Strategy: A Brand-Driven Approach to Attract Shoppers, Build Community and Retain Customers." Discover practical strategies and insights to boost your e-commerce growth.Buy on Amazon → https://amzn.to/3ybY6WSBuy on Walmart → https://bit.ly/3swOuDeBuy on Kogan Page → https://bit.ly/44DylLnBuy on Barnes & Noble → https://bit.ly/3Pgd4B4Buy on WHSmith → https://bit.ly/4bfr9r3Sponsors:This episode is proudly brought to you by:1️⃣ REVIEWS.io↳ Drive Sales & Reduce Marketing Spending with REVIEWS.ioREVIEWS.io offers an affordable, all-in-one platform for collecting and displaying customer reviews. It’s easy for you to set up and simple for your customers to leave reviews, helping you boost both trust and conversions from anyone discovering your brand on Google.With REVIEWS.io, you can increase your Google conversions by up to 26%, improve click-through rates, and lower your ad costs—all with a platform built for busy eCommerce operators like you.To find out more, head over to Reviews.ioGet 10% off your first year—use the code ‘2x’ when you sign up or click here.New customers only. Terms and conditions apply.
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The Playbook for Breakthrough Growth in 2025 → Dr. Rebecca Homkes
Dr. Rebecca Homkes is a global high-growth strategy expert, lecturer at London Business School, and faculty member at Duke Corporate Education. With a background in economics from LSE, Rebecca advises leadership teams across industries, helping them execute breakthrough growth strategies that navigate uncertainty and deliver transformative results.(00:00) - Dr. Rebecca Homkes
(01:51) - Meet Rebecca Homkes: High Growth Strategy Expert
(04:52) - Understanding Breakthrough Growth
(06:08) - Embracing Uncertainty as a Growth Opportunity
(11:58) - Learning Velocity: The Key to Thriving
(19:02) - AI and Value Creation in 2025
(23:08) - Proactive Survival Strategies
(25:15) - Building a Strong Foundation for Growth
(25:56) - Tracking Progress with Data Systems
(26:58) - Survive Layer: Beyond the Basics
(27:42) - Understanding the Reset Phase
(28:22) - Reset Questions and Frameworks
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(33:19) - Setting Goals and Priorities
(39:19) - Thrive: The Fun Part of Growth
(43:53) - Conclusion and Farewell
Connect with 2X eCommerce:Website: 2X eCommerce Website → https://2xecommerce.com/podcast/Instagram: 2X eCommerce Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/2xecommerce/Twitter: 2X eCommerce Twitter → https://twitter.com/2XeCommerceYouTube: 2X eCommerce YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@2XeCommerce/Get a Copy of Kunle’s BookElevate your e-commerce game with Kunle Campbell's book, "E-Commerce Growth Strategy: A Brand-Driven Approach to Attract Shoppers, Build Community and Retain Customers." Discover practical strategies and insights to boost your e-commerce growth.Buy on Amazon → https://amzn.to/3ybY6WSBuy on Walmart → https://bit.ly/3swOuDeBuy on Kogan Page → https://bit.ly/44DylLnBuy on Barnes & Noble → https://bit.ly/3Pgd4B4Buy on WHSmith → https://bit.ly/4bfr9r3Sponsors:This episode is proudly brought to you by:1️⃣ REVIEWS.io↳ Drive Sales & Reduce Marketing Spending with REVIEWS.ioREVIEWS.io offers an affordable, all-in-one platform for collecting and displaying customer reviews. It’s easy for you to set up and simple for your customers to leave reviews, helping you boost both trust and conversions from anyone discovering your brand on Google.With REVIEWS.io, you can increase your Google conversions by up to 26%, improve click-through rates, and lower your ad costs—all with a platform built for busy eCommerce operators like you.To find out more, head over to Reviews.ioGet 10% off your first year—use the code ‘2x’ when you sign up or click here.New customers only. Terms and conditions apply.
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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 experience. We believe that by bringing together insights from a variety of experts, we can help you double the throughput of key ecommerce functions.
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