# leaders forum (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover leaders forum. Page: Feed: --- ## [Why Global Expansion Should Never Be an Afterthought: Webb Stevens, COO, Swap Commerce](https://global-e-commerce-tech-talks.simplecast.com/episodes/webb-stevens-of-swap-commerce-why-global-expansion-should-never-be-an-afterthought-KKSsjjaq) _2026-07-06 · michael@meleblanc.co (Webb Stevens) · Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast_ Global e-commerce expansion has long intimidated even sophisticated retailers and brans — but according to this episode's guest, Webb Stevens, Chief Operating Officer of Swap Commerce, that fear is now solvable with technology, not tolerance. Stevens, whose career spans high-growth operating roles at Avalara and Qualtrics plus time as an investor and board advisor, joins the podcast to explain why… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/34a41864-7f8f-466e-bd73-c7c06de4d535/044f7fb8-62a1-427e-ba1c-5f1128f14121/episodes/audio/group/18311222-13ad-4899-8523-9170152049b8/group-item/a685f119-0392-43e6-b559-6b827e03ee14/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=3JpEFWlt) ## [Global Trade in Flux with Kate Muth, Executive Director of the International Mailers Advisory Group (IMAG)](https://global-e-commerce-tech-talks.simplecast.com/episodes/global-trade-in-flux-with-kate-muth-executive-director-of-the-international-mailers-advisory-group-imag-iPjVdiqo) _2026-06-30 · michael@meleblanc.co (Kate Muth) · Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast_ In this episode of the Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast, Michael LeBlanc and Jim Okamura welcome Kate Muth, Executive Director of the International Mailers Advisory Group (IMAG) , for an essential conversation on the rapidly evolving world of global e-commerce, international shipping, tariffs, and cross-border trade. As geopolitical uncertainty, changing trade policy, and new customs regulations… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/34a41864-7f8f-466e-bd73-c7c06de4d535/044f7fb8-62a1-427e-ba1c-5f1128f14121/episodes/audio/group/40613b39-b0c3-4795-934f-3aa15fb7e210/group-item/fbd47d4b-05f6-4387-b6a1-f41ddb84aa30/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=3JpEFWlt) ## [Going Global in Uncertain Times with Matthew Merrilees, CEO North America, Global-e](https://global-e-commerce-tech-talks.simplecast.com/episodes/going-global-in-uncertain-times-with-matthew-merrilees-ceo-north-america-global-e-lW1FmBa4) _2026-06-22 · michael@meleblanc.co (Matthew Merrilees) · Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast_ As global trade faces unprecedented disruption, international eCommerce remains one of the most compelling growth opportunities for retailers and brands. On this cross-over episode from The Voice of Retail podcast, hosts Michael LeBlanc and Jim Okamura welcome Matthew Merrilees , CEO North America at Global-e for a deep dive into the future of cross-border commerce and global retail expansion.… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/34a41864-7f8f-466e-bd73-c7c06de4d535/044f7fb8-62a1-427e-ba1c-5f1128f14121/episodes/audio/group/f938f978-d5c8-4ee9-8ab5-7eabcfb80ebb/group-item/70a46d68-3600-4651-ae28-412ac3234be3/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=3JpEFWlt) ## [The International Retail Playbook with Roberto Croce, Former SVP International, American Eagle Outfitters](https://global-e-commerce-tech-talks.simplecast.com/episodes/the-international-retail-playbook-with-roberto-croce-former-evp-global-international-american-eagle-waN7W__3) _2026-06-01 · michael@meleblanc.co (Roberto Croce, Jim Okamura) · Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast_ On this episode of The Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast, co-hosts Michael LeBlanc and Jim Okamura welcome Roberto Croce, former Senior Vice President of International at American Eagle Outfitters, for a deep and insightful conversation on what it takes to build, scale, and sustain retail brands across global markets. Drawing on a remarkable 30-year career at American Eagle, Roberto shares lessons… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/34a41864-7f8f-466e-bd73-c7c06de4d535/044f7fb8-62a1-427e-ba1c-5f1128f14121/episodes/audio/group/092b1a50-a5bd-4a34-90c5-3c95055a09f3/group-item/69a1b021-1854-4bd3-ae43-36309b0ba449/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=3JpEFWlt) ## [War, Freight & Cross-Border Chaos: How Global Brands Build Supply Chains That Survive Anything with Jes Crownover and Patrick Riley from Livingston International](https://global-e-commerce-tech-talks.simplecast.com/episodes/war-freight-cross-border-chaos-how-global-brands-build-supply-chains-that-survive-anything-with-jes-crownover-and-patrick-riley-from-livingston-7_zW983G) _2026-05-05 · michael@meleblanc.co (Jes Crownover, Patrick Riley) · Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast_ On this episode of the Global Ecommerce Leaders podcast, literally ripped from the headlines, host Michael LeBlanc and co-host Jim Okamura sit down with Livingston International executives Jes Crownover, VP of Ecommerce and Digital Solutions, and Patrick Riley, Director of North American Ecommerce, to examine how geopolitical disruption is reshaping the future of cross-border trade. Against the… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/34a41864-7f8f-466e-bd73-c7c06de4d535/044f7fb8-62a1-427e-ba1c-5f1128f14121/episodes/audio/group/e4238d32-3b06-4b6c-9532-c9bd7535af4d/group-item/747c34e8-9bad-4875-a7a7-a08be5bc363e/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=3JpEFWlt) ## [Navigating Global Trade Chaos with Jes Crownover, VP e-Commerce & Digital Solutions, Livingston International](https://global-e-commerce-tech-talks.simplecast.com/episodes/navigating-global-trade-chaos-with-jes-crownover-vp-e-commerce-digital-solutions-livingston-international-ukTkpMFY) _2026-03-23 · michael@meleblanc.co (Jess Crownover) · Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast_ In this episode of the Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast , hosts Michael LeBlanc and Jim Okamura welcome Jes Crownover, Vice President, e-Commerce & Digital Solutions, to discuss the rapidly changing world of cross-border e-commerce. From tariffs and customs compliance to de minimis, data readiness, AI, and reverse logistics, this episode offers a masterclass for brands navigating global trade… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/34a41864-7f8f-466e-bd73-c7c06de4d535/044f7fb8-62a1-427e-ba1c-5f1128f14121/episodes/audio/group/b71f1b12-80ba-4d68-a1a6-67c686b5ae70/group-item/9cddbe8d-fcca-411c-837a-cb6d9df8b533/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=3JpEFWlt) ## [Global Leaders Reunite: Insights from the GELF NYC Dinner and What’s Ahead for 2026](https://global-e-commerce-tech-talks.simplecast.com/episodes/global-leaders-reunite-insights-from-the-gelf-nyc-dinner-and-whats-ahead-for-2026-o759FhgE) _2025-11-13 · michael@meleblanc.co (Michael LeBlanc) · Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast_ In this episode of The Global Ecommerce Leaders Podcast , hosts Michael LeBlanc and Jim Okamura deliver a comprehensive deep dive into the state of global retail and ecommerce, anchored by insights from the recent GELF NYC reboot dinner —the first major in-person gathering of the community in some time. With global executives from leading international brands in the room, the event served as both… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/044f7fb8-62a1-427e-ba1c-5f1128f14121/episodes/f9264815-5f74-4d87-9655-a8b1572723fb/audio/7568ed25-a8de-4e82-8f30-36338c4d3079/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=3JpEFWlt) ## [From TikTok Shops to Target Plus to AI Tools: Jessie Chen of ChannelEngine on Social Commerce and the Latest Seller Trends](https://global-e-commerce-tech-talks.simplecast.com/episodes/from-tiktok-shops-to-target-plus-to-ai-tools-jessie-chen-of-channelengine-on-social-commerce-and-the-latest-seller-trends-fm8IbsDx) _2025-10-15 · michael@meleblanc.co (Jessie Chen) · Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast_ In this dynamic episode of the Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast , hosts Michael LeBlanc and Jim Okamura welcome Jessie Chen, Go To Market Lead at ChannelEngine , to explore the evolving landscape of global marketplaces, omnichannel integration, and the rise of AI-powered commerce. Jessie begins with her unexpected career path—from special education teacher and humanitarian program designer in… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/044f7fb8-62a1-427e-ba1c-5f1128f14121/episodes/9e6bb556-4795-4fb6-8669-6531752c7eb0/audio/c81bb569-2ddc-48b3-a58d-97eb59e9b31a/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=3JpEFWlt) ## [Global Trade Uncertainty, GELF’s Reboot, Dinner in The Big Apple, and the Road to 2026!](https://global-e-commerce-tech-talks.simplecast.com/episodes/global-trade-uncertainty-gelfs-reboot-dinner-in-the-big-apple-and-the-road-to-2026-gOsS34a2) _2025-10-03 · michael@meleblanc.co (Michael LeBlanc) · Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast_ In the latest episode of The Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast , co-hosts Michael LeBlanc and Jim Okamura return to the mic to tackle one of the most pressing issues in international retail: uncertainty in global commerce . From the shifting dynamics of tariffs and the elimination of de minimis thresholds to the resilience of brands doubling down on cross-border strategies, this conversation is… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/044f7fb8-62a1-427e-ba1c-5f1128f14121/episodes/b9fb3104-8f48-4704-b78c-48fae2d81b08/audio/1a64a45f-4740-421b-9cb2-5e839d147b3c/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=3JpEFWlt) ## [100,000 Bonus Points Await You (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/98yC20t6P6jD) _2025-10-03 · **Sponsored**_ Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 in the first 3 months. ## [Global e-Commerce Leaders Forum Reset: Jim Okamura, Co-Founder of GELF, with a tribute to Kent Allen and sharing "What's Next"](https://global-e-commerce-tech-talks.simplecast.com/episodes/global-e-commerce-leaders-forum-reset-jim-okamura-co-founder-of-gelf-with-a-tribute-to-kent-allen-and-sharing-whats-next-UuWl4ABz) _2025-04-09 · michael@meleblanc.co (Jim Okamura) · Global eCommerce Leaders Podcast_ In this insightful new installment of the Global e-Commerce Leaders Podcast, host Michael LeBlanc reconnects with Jim Okamura, Co-Founder of the Global eCommerce Leaders Forum (GELF) , to discuss the future of global retail, the evolving mission of GELF, and how the community is responding to today’s rapidly changing international marketplace. They begin by reflecting on the legacy of the late… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/audio/044f7fb8-62a1-427e-ba1c-5f1128f14121/episodes/83b1a681-f87c-4f5b-9c5f-27004a31e114/audio/c53b61b5-7dad-4052-8a58-df604638315d/default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=3JpEFWlt)