Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf
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Join author and e-commerce entrepreneur, Alexander Graf, and his special guests every week as he breaks down different digital commerce topics from what they mean, why they are important, and where to prioritize them in your own digital commerce journey. Our guests typically, international business leaders, experts in the industry at large, and many more thought leaders within the digital transactional space that will be sure to entertain and inspire how your business approaches the growing industry that is digital commerce.
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- #159 - Greece's E-commerce Landscape - Yannis Stathis, ShopFlix
In this episode of the Commerce Talks podcast, I speak with Yannis Stathis , CEO of ShopFlix, a burgeoning marketplace in Greece that is making waves in an e-commerce landscape usually dominated by giants like Amazon and AliExpress. Yannis…
- #158 - What will a world with a digital Euro look like? - Robert Bueninck, Unzer
Robert Bueninck, CEO of Unzer Group, discusses the evolving payments landscape, e-commerce trends, skepticism around cryptocurrencies, and the future of cash in Germany's digital shift.
- #157 - Is sustainability a business model or a storyline? - Gergana K. Abdulrahman, Wild Fabrik
In this episode of Commerce Talks, Gergana K. Abdulrahman discusses her journey with Wild Fabrik, a sustainable marketplace based in Dubai. She shares insights on the company's origins during the COVID-19 pandemic, its unique business mode…
- #156 - Spryker CEO’s talk composability, innovation, and what’s next
In this episode of Commerce Talks, Lina meets with the two founders of Spryker and discusses the company’s unique approach to addressing complex e-commerce needs beyond B2C retail, the company's composable architecture, and the importance…
- #155 - Omnichannel Strategies for Success - Younis Skainy, Aljazera Markets
- #154 - Marketing Strategies for Success in Egypt - Moussa Asfour, Carina Wear
- #153 - Exploring the business behind e-foiling - Alexander Bachev, SiFly
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I dive into the fascinating world of e-foiling with Alexander Bachev from SiFly. Over the summer, I developed a keen interest in e-foiling, a sport that's been gaining traction on soci…
- #152 - The Power of Convenience in Consumer Behavior - Celso Borges Shimabukuro, PepsiCo
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Celso Borges Shimabukuro from PepsiCo to explore the transformative power of convenience in consumer behavior. We delve into the digital evolution of the CPG industry,…
- #151 - Why The Balkan Region is Primed for an E-commerce Renaissance - Valer Pinderi, TeraCrowd
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Valer Pinderi, CEO of TeraCrowd and a key figure in the Balkan e-commerce scene. We explore why the Balkan region is on the brink of an e-commerce renaissance. Valer sh…
- #150 - The B2B liquidation platform helping companies expand to new markets - Mohamed Issa, Cash My Stock
In this milestone 150th episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Mohamed Issa from Cash My Stock to explore how their innovative B2B liquidation platform is transforming the way companies manage excess inventory. Moha…
- #149 - Bridging the gap in B2B platforms - Rajesh Chandramohan, Ghassan Aboud Group
- #148 - How to avoid price wars - Hani Saif, EXtra
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Hani Saif, the CIO of EXtra, the leading electronics retailer in Saudi Arabia. We delve into the fascinating journey of EXtra, from its inception in 2003 to becoming a…
- #147 - Bringing a B2C marketplace into B2B - Kailash Tulsi Gajra, Megastores
- #146 - The importance of differentiation and adaptability in a competitive market - Hermann Haraldsson, Boozt
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Hermann Haraldsson, CEO of Boozt, to explore the crucial role of differentiation and adaptability in the competitive fashion market. Hermann shares his journey from tak…
- #145 - Burger King’s bet on EV’s - Carsten Lambrecht, Burger King
- #144 - Challenges of implementing click-and-collect, solved - Julie Samaha, Tamimi Markets
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I dive into the complexities of implementing click-and-collect services with Julie Samaha, Head of E-commerce at Tamimi Markets in Saudi Arabia. Julie shares her journey from fashion a…
- #143 - Revolutionizing Women’s Lingerie in Saudi Arabia - May Kanounji, Blooming Wear
- #142 - Driving growth and innovation in an evolving market -Aurèlien Cuellar, Chalhoub Group
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Aurèlien Cuellar from Chalhoub Group to explore growth and innovation in the evolving GCC market. Aurèlien shares his journey from France to the UAE, highlighting his e…
- #141 - Everything you need to know about India's booming economy - Indraneel Chitale, Chitale Bandhu
- #140 - Cutting out the middleman in the coffee industry - Ali Al Ebrahim, COFE App
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Ali Al Ebrahim, founder and CEO of COFE App, to explore how his innovative platform is transforming the coffee industry by cutting out the middleman. Ali shares insight…
- #139 - How to ensure omnichannel success in a brick and mortar industry - Günther Helm, Cenomi
- #138 - The evolution of the DIY shopping experience - Giulia Staffieri, Leroy Merlin
- #137 – Bringing fashion value concepts to the GCC – Anshuman Anand, R&B
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Anshuman Anand, CEO of R&B, at the Riyadh Seamless Conference. We explore R&B's journey as a value fashion brand expanding across the GCC and India. Anshuman shares ins…
- #136 – Delivering continued success in food and grocery delivery – Lennard Neubauer, Just Eat Takeaway
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Lennard Neubauer from Just Eat Takeaway to explore the evolving landscape of food and grocery delivery. We discuss the significant changes in consumer behavior since th…
- #135 – The business behind the luxury flower and gift giving industry – Samer El Sahn, Floward
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I dive into the luxury flower and gift-giving industry with Samer El Sahn from Floward. We explore how Floward has evolved from a flower platform to a comprehensive gifting retailer, o…
- #134 – Creating grocery ecommerce success in North Africa - Seifeddine Ben Jemia, Monoprix Tunisie
- #133 – Why you should invest in a marketplace outside of Amazon – Anthony Soohoo, Fortune 50 Executive
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Anthony Soohoo, a Fortune 50 executive, to explore the dynamics of investing in marketplaces beyond Amazon. Anthony shares insights from his experience as a former exec…
- #132 – Building Kuwait's most innovative grocery platform – Saleh AlTunaib, Raha
- #131 – How a ‘lifestyle commerce’ app is disrupting the grocery delivery market – Tala AlSahsah, Doos
- #130 – Building Bahrain's biggest non-food marketplace – Sadeq Abdulrasool, Homiez
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Sadeq Abdulrasool, co-founder and Chief Digital Officer of Homiez, Bahrain's largest non-food marketplace. Recorded at the Seamless Sounds podcast booth in Riyadh, we d…
- #129 - How this online marketplace is simplifying travel - Mamoun Hmedan, Wego
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Mamoun Hmedan, Chief Business Officer of Wego, to explore how this online marketplace is revolutionizing travel in the GCC, Middle East, North Africa, India, Pakistan,…
- #128 – Tapping into the makeup and beauty revolution – Mohammed Almashjari, Global Healthcare Co.
- #127 - How hyper-customization is disrupting the retail industry - Saeed Omar, Makesy
- #126 - The personalized shopping revolution for men - Mahmoud Gao, Mr. Draper
Join me, Alexander Graf, in episode #126 of Commerce Talks as I dive into the personalized shopping revolution for men with Mahmoud Gao, founder of Mr. Draper. Recorded at the Seamless Conference in Riyadh, this episode explores how Mr. Dr…
- #125 - Exploring the world of drinks with diplomats - Chrissina Tonks, IDS
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Chrissina Tonks from International Diplomatic Supplies (IDS) to explore the unique world of diplomatic commerce. Chrissina shares insights into IDS's niche market, prov…
- #124 - How to become the market leader in automobile digital commerce – Salah Yamout, Arabian Automobile Co.
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Salah Yamout, Chief Operating Officer of Arabian Automobile Co., to explore the path to becoming a market leader in automobile digital commerce. Salah shares insights i…
- #123 – Going up? Elevating urban life to new heights– Johannes Rastas, KONE
In episode #123 of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Johannes Rastas, Head of Services and Solutions R&D at KONE, to explore the fascinating world of elevators and urban mobility. We delve into KONE's mission to enhance u…
- #122 – Exploring the Metaverse and Web3 – Cathy Hackl, Journey
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Cathy Hackl, the Chief Futurist at Journey, to delve into the fascinating realms of the Metaverse and Web3. Cathy shares her insights on how the Metaverse represents th…
- #121 – Applying e-commerce to health and well-being – Adam Docrat, Aster Pharmacy
At Seamless Middle East, we spoke with Adam Docrat, Head of IT at Aster Pharmacy and Aster Retail. Aster is a hugely significant player in the pharmaceutical market in the Middle East, and it is now setting its sights on expansion into the…
- #120 – Marketplaces: the sneakerhead edition – Adnaan Jassat, Thriller
This latest edition of the podcast from Seamless Middle East sees Alex joined by Adnaan Jassat, the CEO and founder of Thriller, the online marketplace for sneakers that sees buyers and sellers come together to exchange sneakers and traine…
- #119 - The application of AI in retail and e-commerce – Karl Lillrud, Seamless KSA speaker
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Karl Lillrud, a speaker at Seamless KSA, to explore the transformative role of AI in retail and e-commerce. We discuss the challenges companies face in adopting AI and…
- Special episode #1: Everything you wanted to know about the Seamless conferences - Jennifer Drury, Seamless
In this special episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Jennifer Drury, the marketing head for Seamless Middle East and Seamless Saudi Arabia. Jennifer shares insights into the evolution of the Seamless conferences,…
- #118 – Embracing digital change in oil and gas – Suryaveer Singh, ENOC Retail
E-commerce within the fuel industry comes with its own particular challenges, so Alex’s guest for this podcast - Suryaveer Singh, Head of Loyalty at ENOC Retail – was hugely insightful about those challenges and how ENOC was addressing the…
- #117 – How the Middle East's leading food retailer is adapting to e-commerce demands – Rajiv Warrier, Choithrams
Join me, Alexander Graf, in episode #117 of Commerce Talks as I sit down with Rajiv Warrier, CEO of Choithrams, at the Seamless Conference in Dubai. We delve into how the Middle East's leading food retailer is navigating the evolving e-com…
- #116 – Applying B2C quick commerce services in B2B – Anton Nehaenko, Yalla Market
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Anton Nehaenko, CEO of Yalla Market, at the Seamless Conference in Dubai. We delve into how Yalla Market is revolutionizing B2B commerce by applying B2C quick commerce…
- #115 - Running a retail brand every adventurer wants to visit - Kartik Bhatt, Sharaf Retail
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Kartik Bhatt from Sharaf Retail to explore the dynamic world of retail in the Middle East. Kartik shares insights on managing a diverse portfolio of brands, from fashio…
- #114 – Picking is an art: from offline to online, the leaders perspective – Piyush Chowhan, Panda Retail
Join me, Alexander Graf, on this episode of Commerce Talks as I sit down with Piyush Chowhan, the Chief Digital Officer at Panda Retail, to explore the art of picking in the grocery industry. Recorded in Dubai, we delve into Panda Retail's…
- #113 – Becoming one of the biggest merchants, by running gas stations – Saad Tounzi, ADNOC
In this episode of Commerce Talks with Alexander Graf, I sit down with Saad Tounzi from ADNOC at the Siemens conference in Dubai to explore the unique intersection of commerce and the oil industry. Saad shares insights into how ADNOC Distr…
- #112 - Western trends, local prices: How to build a fashion brand in Pakistan, Mina Salman, Bagallery
Mina Salman is the brilliant mind behind the renowned Pakistani fashion and beauty brand, Bagallery. Mina is an accomplished entrepreneur, trendsetter, and a true trailblazer in the industry. Bagallery has disrupted the traditional retail…