eCommerce in SE Asia

Japan's eCommerce space is dominated by established brands, so it is likely one of those countries with high entry barriers. In a country with such a deep cultural foundation as Japan, it is understandable. But that is not something to fear; it only means there are still untapped opportunities waiting to be discovered. 

Nate Shurilla, Head of APAC at Pacvue and Global Head of e-Commerce at Shiseido is with us today...

As a result of the global scenario that has affected everyone for almost three years now, businesses have had a difficult time doing business. Despite unfavorable market conditions, Thailand has seen steady growth in its eCommerce market.

In this episode, Nuttapon Boonpinon of nsquaredasia discusses how he found opportunities in rising inflation and shrinking buying power...

Former Lazada Indonesia co-CEO Duri Granziol has launched consumer goods brand Mama's Choice in Indonesia with plans to expand across Southeast Asia. The brand seeks to appeal to expecting and new mothers by providing safe, halal and natural personal care products at an affordable price point.

In this episode, Duri shares significant ideas, thoughts, and insights on brand creation and product development...

What you know to be true of your home market, EU and US may not be the scenario where China is concerned. China, as an economic ecosystem and a universe of its own, so to speak, is far more complicated than you imagine it is. It pays well to do your research and homework. What worked for you years earlier when you've done business in China and outside of China's market may not be the case anymore today. Plus, you're up against the best and the biggest industry players inside...

Hans-Peter Ressel (HP) is the founder/CEO of Momentum Commerce, a leading eCommerce enabler/agency headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Prior to starting Momentum Commerce, HP spent 6+ years at Lazada as a co-founder and COO/CCO/CEO of Lazada Malaysia and then as Chief International Officer at regional level. Today, he talks about the prevailing e-commerce climate in Malaysia, especially at this time...

We live in a world that is changing rapidly, and e-commerce and social media are no exception. Among the new marketing strategies emerging are influencer marketing, which is now considered a fast driver of online sales. How, then, do you leverage its rising popularity? Join Thibault Eiffel, Co-Founder, and CEO of https://www.capssion.com/ (Capssion.com), as he shares how to use social media for e-commerce selling, considering influencer marketing's big show up in the scene...

In this face of global competition, how can SE e-commerce sellers remain competitive and ride the eCommerce wave? Ken Leaver started in consulting with 7 years at BCG, then moved to the commercial world (CEO of Group Ukraine, ran a $50m issue product biz for visa). He previously was SVP Product at Lazada, Director of Product at Wayfair, and Head of Product at Pomelo Fashion. He’s also a serial entrepreneur and now spends his time on his startup (therapada...

Matthew Schone, together with his peers interview eCommerce and digital marketing experts, entrepreneurs, and leaders to give insights into the world of SE Asia eCommerce and what brands, sellers, and agencies do to get ahead. Each episode is filled with actionable advice, data-backed growth tactics, and fresh insights you can apply to your business. eCommerce is growing in SE Asia faster than anywhere else in the world...