Podcast: Commerce Famous

Commerce Famous is a bi-weekly podcast series seeking to bring clarity and objectivity into the commerce platform space. In every episode, open commerce evangelist and podcast host Ben Marks is joined by guests who live and breathe ecommerce and retail and are therefore uniquely able to offer well respected and at times controversial insights, drawing on decades of experience. While their names and faces might not be recognized on the street, each guest is, in their own right, “famous for commerce”, or: Commerce Famous.

Commerce Famous Podcast | S4E2: Shae Inglis – Solving Complex Problems

February 17, 2026 Commerce Famous 00:34:11 0 Comments

In this episode of Commerce Famous, host Jason Nyhus welcomes Shae Inglis, co-founder of Acro Commerce, a Canadian agency specializing in B2B e-commerce. Shae shares the journey of Acro, from its initial failure to becoming a successful agency focused on complex commerce solutions. The conversation delves into the importance of understanding the B2B landscape, the role of ERP systems, and the significance of discovery in project success. Shae emphasizes the need for agencies to build strong relationships with VARs and ERPs to effectively serve their clients. The episode concludes with insights into the unique lifestyle in Canada and the future of Acro’s collaborations.

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Commerce Famous Podcast | S4E1: Brian Walker – Adapting to Dynamic Market Changes

February 9, 2026 Commerce Famous 00:34:55 0 Comments

Commerce Famous Season 4, Episode 1, kicks off with Jason Nyhus talking with Brian Walker, an e-commerce veteran with an extensive career, including Eddie Bauer, Amazon, and Forrester. They discuss the evolution of e-commerce and Brian highlights the importance of adapting to the changing landscape of commerce, the role of industry analysts, and the future of commerce with a focus on agentic systems and AI. He shares why B2B e-commerce has not materialized as expected, with many companies lagging behind, and the future of commerce will involve automation and orchestration of processes. The conversation also touches on the democratization of expertise and the consulting work Brian is doing with StrategyēM, focused on helping organizations define their go-to-market strategies and operations.

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Commerce Famous Podcast | S3E10: Raj De Datta – The Journey of Bloomreach

December 4, 2025 Commerce Famous 00:37:18 0 Comments

In the season finale of Commerce Famous, host Jason Nyhus speaks with Raj De Datta, CEO and co-founder of Bloomreach, the agentic platform for personalization. They discuss Raj’s journey in e-commerce, the founding of Bloomreach, the challenges faced during the 2009 financial crisis, and the evolution of the company’s business model to achieve great success. Raj shares insights on the importance of personalization in e-commerce, the company’s M&A strategy, and the future of conversational commerce. The conversation also touches on the role of analysts in shaping market perception and the significance of influential figures in the e-commerce space.

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Commerce Famous Podcast | S3E09: Andy Barker – The Payment Eras Tour

November 24, 2025 Commerce Famous 00:44:06 0 Comments

In this episode of Commerce Famous, Jason Nyhus interviews Andy Barker, a seasoned expert in ecommerce and payments. They discuss Andy’s journey from his early days at Digital River to his experiences at GSI Commerce, Magento, Miracl, and now Pagos. The conversation highlights the evolution of the payments landscape through the eras, the importance of problem-solving in e-commerce, and the role of community in building successful platforms. Andy shares insights on how to navigate the complexities of payments and the value of partnerships in driving business success.

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Commerce Famous Podcast | SPECIAL EDITION – Launch of Order Network eXchange

November 18, 2025 Commerce Famous 00:31:41 0 Comments

In this special episode of Commerce Famous, host Jason Nyhus welcomes back Kelly Goetsch, as they dive into the world of order management and the launch of an exciting new initiative he co-founded — The Order Network eXchange — and its potential to revolutionize the industry. The Order Network eXchange (onX) was built as the first open standard unifying how commerce systems communicate – from AI-powered selling channels through payments, logistics, and fulfillment – addressing a critical missing layer in the agentic commerce stack. This new industry standard is designed to unify how commerce systems communicate, facilitating seamless order operations across various platforms. It aims to standardize order data, inventory, and fulfillment processes, allowing brands and 3PLs to operate more efficiently and reduce operational costs by up to 85%. The protocol is built as an open, vendor-neutral body, addressing the complexities of modern commerce by providing a common language for order operations.

Tune in to discover how the Order Network eXchange aims to set new standards, making integrations seamless and enhancing customer experiences. Join us for this insightful conversation on the future of AI-enabled commerce and shaping new standards for operational excellence.

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Commerce Famous Podcast | S3E08: Jeremy Gryder – The Power of Connection

November 10, 2025 Commerce Famous 00:31:39 0 Comments

Join us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Jeremy Gryder, who transitioned from a youth pastor to a leading e-commerce consultant. Discover how his unique background shaped his approach to business and hear about his experiences at BigCommerce and beyond. Don’t miss out on his insights into growth and innovation in the e-commerce world.

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Commerce Famous Podcast | S3E07: Justin Aronstein – Embracing Failure & Nonconformity

October 20, 2025 Commerce Famous 00:39:21 0 Comments

In a world where e-commerce is often a game of following trends, Justin Aronstein stands out by embracing nonconformity and celebrates failures. At Mobile 1st, the focus is on essentialism—prioritizing what truly drives revenue growth. By hiring nonconformists and challenging the status quo, they deliver impactful results for clients. Tune into this episode for a refreshingly different conversation with host Jason Nyhus and Justin Aronstein as they discuss his career journey full of celebrated failures and successes with a unique perspective.

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Commerce Famous Podcast | S3E06: Scot Wingo – The Evolution of Ecommerce

October 8, 2025 Commerce Famous 00:51:22 0 Comments

In this episode, Scot Wingo, CEO of ReFiBuy and founder of Channel Advisor, shares his extensive journey in e-commerce. He highlights that “e-commerce is deceptively complicated,” and discusses the challenges in the marketplace, the evolution of his companies, and lessons learned along the way. Scot emphasizes the importance of understanding the complexities of e-commerce, the role of AI in optimizing product catalogs, and how ReFiBuy aims to solve these challenges for retailers. The conversation also touches on the impact of his previous ventures and the future of e-commerce with emerging technologies.

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Commerce Famous Podcast | S3E05: Brendan Cameron – Lessons from a B2B Insider – Live from Shoptoberfest!

September 23, 2025 Commerce Famous 00:24:11 0 Comments

Host Jason Nyhus sat down with Brendan Cameron from Americaneagle.com at Shoptoberfest in Brooklyn, NY to discuss some of his personal experiences in commerce over the years. Tune in to listen as they dig into some of Brendan’s strategies to be omnipresent in the B2B commerce community.

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Commerce Famous Podcast | S3E04: Big Chat with Brent Bellm

September 8, 2025 Commerce Famous 01:01:35 0 Comments

Host Jason Nyhus catches up with the esteemed ecommerce and payments legend Brent Bellm with a talk about how he led the BIG growth of BigCommerce, BIG IPOs, and BIG payments innovation. Sharing lessons learned and the payments evolution in ecommerce, they discuss Brent’s many successful IPOs, achieving market disruption and rapid growth through payments innovation.

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