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  • In this Checkout episode, we sit down with Erin Williamson, CMO of Paramount Retail—home to online alcohol brands BoozeBud and Barrel & Batch. Erin shares her weirdest purchase (hint: it’s a scream) and why she admires Aussie haircare brand Straand.  She also reveals her go-to tool, Shopify, the all-in-one e-commerce platform that keeps Paramount’s online operations running smoothly. Join us as Erin dives into the tools, brands, and inspirations that fuel her approach to agile marketing and growth. 


    Check out our full-length interview with Erin Williamson here:

    Reinventing BoozeBud: Inside Paramount Retail’s Push to Transform Alcohol Retail | #446


    About our guest:

    Erin Williamson has over 20 years of marketing expertise and an adventurous eCommerce career. She began at Betfair in online wagering, survived 3 years of creative agency life, before holding multiple roles at Sensis. She then entered the world of eCom serving as Head of Marketing for Luxury Escapes and founding Chief Customer Officer at Cars24. Now, as CMO of Paramount Retail, Erin aims to get more drinks delivered to homes around Australia via BoozeBud and Barrel & Batch.


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


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  • In this episode of Add To Cart, we chat with Darren Kawalsky, Chief Commercial Officer at Deliver in Person, and Hakan (Hawk) Steele, Partnerships & Sales Manager at Starshipit, about transforming last-mile delivery into a loyalty driver. Darren shares how Deliver in Person’s focus on reliability and  99.6% on-time rate—helps brands build trust from the doorstep and beyond. Hawk discusses Starshipit’s integration with Deliver in Person and how their real-time tracking and branded updates keep customers informed, while reducing support calls. Together, they discuss game-changing return options, like Deliver in Person’s “wait-and-try” service, and explore why the last mile is far more than just logistics.


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    About your guests:

    Darren Kawalsky has over 25 years of experience spanning startups, scaleups,  through to multi-billion-dollar global corporations. As a 3x Founder, Corporate Executive, & Advisor, he has a unique 360 degree perspective, with deep expertise across Retail, eCommerce (B2C & B2B), FMCG, Consulting, Logistics, Technology & AI. During his career, he’s worked closely with some of the largest, high-profile, elusive & fastest growing brands like Amazon, eBay, LVMH Group, JD.com, Samsonite, Kogan, IKEA & many more.


    Hakan (Hawk) Steele is Starshipit's Sales & Partnership Manager and has over 11 years of experience in logistics, working with hundreds of retail businesses including Showpo, Meshki, Lorna Jane and Billabong, to streamline their shipping and fulfilment operations as they scale. As a founder of a small business himself, Hawk understands many of the challenges SMEs face today. With a proven track record in both operational excellence and strategic development, he thrives on delivering innovative solutions that propel business success.


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


    Please contact us if you:

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  • In this episode of Add To Cart, we chat with Lou Rice and Ben Stainlay, the creative minds behind Strapsicle, the Kindle accessory that’s won over Shark Tank investors and taken BookTok by storm. With backgrounds in creative direction and project management for top brands like CommBank and Woolies, Lou and Ben have transformed Strapsicle into a seven-figure business in just two years. They share how they built a loyal community of readers, how their Amazon-first strategy helped them reach international audiences without heavy costs, and what went into their detailed pitch prep for Shark Tank.


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    About your guests:

    Lou Rice and Ben Stainlay are the force behind Strapsicle, a game-changing Kindle accessory that’s made reading more comfortable for over 100,000 happy customers worldwide.  In just two years, they’ve grown Strapsicle into a thriving seven-figure business, with the product going viral and racking up over 30 million views. All of this while they juggled demanding corporate jobs and family life with 3 year old Archie. Strapsicle has quickly become a favourite among readers and Kindle lovers for its simple yet effective design, which prevents hand cramps and device drops, making it a top-seller on Amazon. With a loyal community on BookTok and recent success on Shark Tank, Lou and Ben are just getting started on their mission to make reading comfortable for all.


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


    Please contact us if you:

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsorAre interested in joining Add To Cart as a co-hostHave any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In this Checkout episode of Add To Cart, we dive into the personal side of Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia. Gai shares some fun and surprising insights, including the story behind the weirdest thing she’s ever bought online—a pantomime playbook that unexpectedly sparked joy.  She talks about the retailers that inspire her, the sustainability efforts of Harris Farm and unique shopping experiences in Japan. Gai also discusses the simple yet vital tech tool she relies on daily, her favourite podcasts (namely the Pivot Podcast), and her passion for sustainability and mental health advocacy. 


    Check out our full-length interview with Gai Le Roy here:

    Retail's Digital Shift: IAB’s Gai Le Roy on Balancing Value and Privacy | #444


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    About your guest:

    Gai Le Roy, CEO of IAB Australia, is a senior executive and board director with over 25 years of experience in the media and digital industry. She specialises in digital media, audience development, consumer behavioural research, and data analytics, helping businesses leverage insights to drive strategy and growth. Passionate about sustainability, mental health advocacy, and fighting domestic violence, Gai is committed to making a positive impact both professionally and through her involvement in not-for-profit organisations.


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


    Please contact us if you: 

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a co-host Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In this episode of Add To Cart, we sit down with Adam Furness, Managing Director of Impact.com APAC, and Roger Lee, Head of Digital Marketing at Brand Collective. To take a look at the future of partnership strategies. Adam discusses how partnerships are transforming the growth of global brands like Uber, Airbnb, and Canva by automating and scaling collaboration with influencers, affiliates, and more—driving as much as 30% of total revenue for some brands. They discuss why brands are trading traditional funnels for continuous advocacy loops and Roger reveals how they’re leveraging Impact.com to build efficient and scalable affiliate programs across Brand Collective’s 17 brands, including Reebok and Hush Puppies, contributing to a 20% uplift in online sales.


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    About your guests:

    Adam Furness is the Managing Director of Impact.com APAC, where he is transforming how brands leverage partnerships to drive growth and engagement. With over two decades of experience in digital and media technology, Adam has helped global brands such as Uber, Airbnb, and Ticketmaster unlock the full potential of partnership automation. Under his leadership, Impact.com has become the leading platform for managing all types of partnerships, from influencers and affiliate marketing to B2B collaborations and content commerce. 


    Roger Lee has spent two decades in digital marketing, helping retailers drive additional online sales through paid marketing channels. Roger currently heads up the performance marketing team at Brand Collective, managing the paid search, paid social, affiliate and programmatic advertising for 17 brands including Reebok, Superdry and Shoes & Sox. From Commission Junction in the UK and GrowthOps in Australia, Roger has a deep history in affiliate marketing and is a long time partner of Impact.com. 


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


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  • In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Lauren French, the brains behind Motto Fashions 2.0. While this Australian brand has been around for over 40 years, Lauren has successfully transformed the family business into an absolute digital powerhouse. She shares how the pandemic forced her to pivot from bricks-and-mortar stores to daily live-stream fashion shows, a move that helped the brand go on to make more than $5 million in revenue in 2021— five times more than in 2019! Lauren reveals the bold strategies behind her success, including focusing on customer acquisition over retention, leveraging hero products like the Miracle Pant, and partnering with celebrity ambassador Julia Morris.


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    About your guest:

    Lauren French is the driving force behind Motto Fashions, a renowned Australian brand that has been empowering women over 40 with bold, versatile style for over 40 years. Since taking the helm, Lauren has transformed the family business into an ecommerce success story, leading to a staggering 127% growth in just 12 months. With features in 7News, The Audacious Agency and Medium, she’s also caught the attention of high-profile influencers, including comedian Julia Morris. Recently ranked 21st in Smart Company’s Smart50 Awards 2023, Lauren’s innovative use of live-stream shopping and hero products has made Motto a standout in the fashion world.


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading eCommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


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    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a co-host Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

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  • In this Checkout episode, we chat to Anaita Szarkar from Hero Packaging as she bears all  about the realities of scaling a business as she sets her sights on cracking the US market. From her bizarre purchase of a haunted talking doll to mastering SEMrush for tracking organic growth, Anaita offers an honest and practical look into the world of business, personal branding, and customer experience. She name-drops the brands that inspire her, including Nakey, FAYT the Label and Jolie Skin, and reveals her obsession with How Brands Grow by Byron Sharp.


    Check out our full-length interview here:

    Real Ecommerce Talk: Success, Failure and Not Giving a F*ck with Anaita Sarkar | #441


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    About your guest:

    Anaita is the Co-Founder and CEO of Hero Packaging, author, keynote speaker, business advisor, and guest lecturer at Macquarie University and UNSW. She is also the founder and author of Sell Anything Online, a marketing company. She has written two business books, the most recent one is titled How to Sell Anything Online which has become an Amazon bestseller in the Business category. On a daily basis, she provides free marketing and business tips on TikTok and Instagram where she has now amassed over 340,000 followers across both platforms.  She also works with global tech companies like Google, TikTok, HubSpot, Linktree, Adobe for their content marketing strategy.   As a speaker, she has delivered talks to thousands of business owners and marketing students, with a focus on marketing strategies, small business growth and personal branding. 


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading eCommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


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  • We sit down with Liam Millward, Co-Founder and CEO of Instant, and Sean Meyer, Founder of Leelo Active. Liam shares his journey from starting his first business at 13 to leading Instant, a tech company revolutionising ecom with automated engagement solutions. He reveals how Instant Audiences is helping brands like Stax, Oxford, FAYT The Label and Toys R Us maximise revenue by turning anonymous visitors into paying customers. Sean, a passionate advocate for Instant, shares how the platform has helped him skyrocket to $10 million in revenue. We dive into the benefits of automation, tips on scaling fast, and how ecom brands can tap into hidden revenue streams.


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    About your guests:

    Liam Millward is a born entrepreneur. Having launched his first venture at just 13 while travelling around with his family in a caravan, Liam later developed Navigate Australia, a travel magazine that quickly gained traction, reaching over 50,000+ people monthly, within 12 months of launching. Now, Liam is the Co-Founder and CEO of Instant, an Australian tech company helping big  brands drive revenue and retention on autopilot. He raised over $7.5m in venture capital when he was just 17, in Australia’s biggest pre-seed funding round to date, led by Blackbird. Instant rapidly grew to over $1.5 million in annual revenue and 1 million shoppers just one year after launching. With two products now in the market across Australia and the US, Liam is  on a mission to scale globally.


    Sean Meyer grew up by the beach in Coogee, Western Australia, where his active, outdoor lifestyle shaped his passion for fitness. After studying construction management at university, Sean realised his true calling lay elsewhere. Following a few years in operations management and a high-profile modelling career in London, Sean returned to Australia to start his own business. In 2019, Sean and his partner launched Leelo Active from a spare bedroom in his parents’ house. Within the first year, Leelo made $170,000 and quickly gained a reputation for premium activewear. By 2023, Leelo had expanded into over 25 StyleRunner stores, and is now on track to reach $10 million in revenue.


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


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  • In this episode of Add To Cart, we chat with Phil Leahy, founder of MedCart and the brains behind Retail Global, one of the world’s leading e-commerce event platforms. Phil shares his journey from being eBay’s top seller to building a thriving medical marketplace. He reflects on the challenges of managing a marketplace, the importance of customer service, and the lessons learned from vetting sellers. Phil also discusses the evolving role of marketplaces in Australia and the impact of global giants like Amazon and Temu on the local e-com landscape.


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    About your guest:

    Phil Leahy’s journey began in 2007 when he became eBay Australia’s #1 seller with his business, Entertainment House. From there, Phil went on to shape the industry by founding Retail Global Events, bringing retailers together to spark innovative conversations and drive growth. After selling Retail Global to Maropost in 2022, Phil made a bold return to eCommerce with MedCart Marketplace, now Australia’s leading medical marketplace, providing crucial medical supplies to businesses, consumers, and government bodies. Beyond business, Phil’s passion for giving back has been evident through his Frontliners initiative, which has raised over $1 million for charities and delivered $3 million in products and services to support 140,000 healthcare workers across Australia.


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading eCommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


    Please contact us if you: 

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a co-host Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In this checkout chat, Nathan sits down with Jared and Jimmy from Plant with Willow, a tech startup helping people keep their houseplants alive. From Jared’s love for Google Home and his must-read The Way of Kings, to Jimmy’s obsession with his custom-built PC and love of the High Performance podcast, the duo share their passion for tech, books, and building a fun, dynamic team culture. The pair express admiration for plant care brand We the Wild and the seamless customer experience of Vitable and explain why prioritisation and time management are the biggest challenges in scaling their business, especially with exciting partnerships like their recent deal with Bunnings.


    Check out our full-length interview with Jared and James here:

    From Kickstarter to Bunnings: Staying Alive with Tech Startup Plant With Willow | #439


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    About your guests:

    Co-founder of Plant with Willow and a natural-born innovator, Jared Carlin has over 12 years of experience in product innovation. With a knack for identifying untapped opportunities, nurturing them from concept to commercial success, Jared's strategic focus on innovation has fueled the development of cutting-edge products and services. Originally from Western Australia’s picturesque southwest, Jared is a proud Curtin University graduate who brings a down-to-earth approach to forward-thinking ideas.


    James Shamim brings a wealth of experience in business development, commercial operations, and finance, with a career spanning public, private, government, and startup sectors. He ventured into tech in 2016 and, prior to co-founding Plant with Willow, became a key player in a Deloitte Fast 50 tech-winning company. Known as Willow’s English Aussie, James is a savvy generalist with a passion for all aspects of business, seamlessly navigating strategy, finance, and operations.


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, X or email.


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  • In this episode of Add To Cart, we chat with Jethro Marks, co-founder of The Nile, one of Australia’s longest-running online retailers. Starting out with just a computer, a living room and a few thousand dollars, Jethro has built The Nile into a global platform, shipping millions of products across 120 countries. Jethro shares how The Nile’s focus has shifted to becoming the leading online bookstore in Australia and New Zealand, and why staying plugged into global trends through events like ShopTalk in Vegas is crucial. We also dive into his multi-channel strategy, selling across platforms like eBay, Amazon, Catch, and Kogan, and the challenges of running a successful business for over two decades.


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    About your guest:

    Jethro Marks is the Co-Founder and CEO of The Nile, one of Australia's pioneering pure-play online retailers. With over 15 years of experience in eCommerce, Jethro has been there since the start with co-founder Mark Taylor, taking the enterprise from a living room with two guys and a computer to a global operation across Australia, New Zealand, the US, and UK, offering over 40 million products. A former Director of NORA, he is also a Non-Executive Director at DroneShield (ASX: DRO).


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


    Please contact us if you: 

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a co-host Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In this Checkout episode, we chat with Hamish, co-founder of OrderEditing, a post-purchase app that allows customers to amend their orders after checkout. Hamish talks about his admiration for UK brand Represent Clo and their incredible community engagement and his reliance on HubSpot for managing email follow-ups. An advocate for mental health and going to therapy, with Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb on his CR list. Hamish opens up balancing high-growth with a personal life now that he's moved to the US and is navigating a new country and company expansion.


    Check out our full-length interview with Hamish McKay here:

    Post-Purchase Potential: Turning Customer Service into Growth with Hamish McKay | #437


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    Hamish McKay is the Co-founder of Order Editing, the first Shopify app to let customers amend their order after purchase. At just 22, while managing customer service for a $40 million eCommerce brand, he identified a major pain point in the industry—and turned it into a thriving solution. Now, just 15 months later, OrderEditing has skyrocketed from concept to partnering with over 620 merchants, including standout names like Sheet Society, Represent Clo, and the eCommerce giant The Oodie.


    About your host: 

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


    Please contact us if you: 

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a co-host Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In this episode of Add To Cart, we chat with Keira Rumble, the founder of Krumbled Foods and the brains behind Aussie wellness brands Beauty Bites, Mini + Me and Habitual Beauty. Keira shares her journey from hand-rolling protein balls in her Bondi kitchen to building a thriving multi-brand business. She talks about how she hustled her way into 60 cafés, the tough lessons she learned protecting her IP and how getting hands-on with Meta ads has sparked massive growth for her brands. She also shines a light on the health challenges that inspired her brands and the realities of balancing family life while scaling.


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    About your guest:

    Australian mother, entrepreneur, and the founder of Krumbled Foods. Inspired by her own health struggles, Keira is on a mission to help others live healthier, happier lives. Her entrepreneurial journey began in her early twenties after being diagnosed as pre-diabetic, which led to the creation of the popular collagen snack, Beauty Bites. Along the way, Keira has faced personal challenges—including infertility, IVF, severe hyperemesis gravidarum, endometriosis, and mental health battles—which have shaped not only her resilience but the success of her brands Habitual Beauty and, most recently, Mini + Me.


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


    Please contact us if you: 

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a co-host Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In today’s Checkout episode, we’re joined by founding partner of Kelly+Partners, Danny Chiha, who shares his unique insights into the world of e-commerce accounting. Danny opens up about his surprising lack of online shopping habits, his admiration for clients like Vic Gigliotti from Muscle Republic and Geedup Co founder Jake Paco, and how the ecom platform Gorgias transformed customer service for his wife’s business, The Little Homie. He also shares his thoughts on managing teams, and why learning from business titans like Nike and Amazon is key for growth.


    Check out our full-length interview with Danny here:

    Danny Chiha and Natalie McDermott from Kelly+Partners: Knowing Your Numbers in Ecommerce | #425


    About our guest:

    Danny is the founding partner of Kelly+Partners Northern Beaches and also leads Kelly+Partners Startup. Starting his career at Crowe Horwath, he went on to lead teams at Coca-Cola Amatil as the Financial Accounting Manager where he led a successful team of 17 professionals. Leveraging over 10 years of business advisory and commercial accounting experience, Danny is passionate about assisting businesses and startups develop and execute strategies that create business viability. 


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


    Please contact us if you:

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsorAre interested in joining Add To Cart as a guestHave any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In this episode of Add To Cart, we chat with Adam Bouris, co-founder of WHO IS ELIJAH, the Aussie fragrance brand making waves globally. Adam shares the wild story behind their brand name, how they got into David Jones in just five days and the bold decision to cut down from 800 wholesalers to just a few key players like Sephora. Adam shares his plans to expand the brand globally, the role of free samples in their marketing strategy, and how Adam manages both business and family life as he and his wife gear up to take on the world.


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    About your guest:

    From cabinet maker to world conquering entrepreneur, Adam Bouris is an accomplished entrepreneur and true Aussie all rounder. With a background as a Director and Co-founder of several companies spanning various industries, Adam eventually co-founded his own brand WHO IS ELIJAH with his wife in 2019. Since then, Adam has been instrumental in transforming the business from a garage startup into Australia’s fastest-growing fragrance brand. Under his leadership as CEO, WHO IS ELIJAH is now making its mark on the global stage, expanding into key markets including the Middle East, UK, and EU. 


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn or via email.


    Please contact us if you: 

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a co-host Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In this checkout episode, we sit down with Hannah Neumann, CMO of Hey Bud, to dive into her personal experiences with ecommerce and marketing. Hannah shares her love for quirky Temu gadgets, the innovative collaboration between Oroton and July, and how Notion keeps her creative ideas organised. We hear Hannah’s top podcast recommendations, including  The Diary of a CEO with Steven Bartlett and Grace Beverly's Working Hard, Hardly Working and learn more about Hey Bud’s exciting growth trajectory and next steps.


    Check out our full-length interview with Hannah here:

    Marketing Masterclass: Hannah Neumann on Hey Bud’s Creative Campaigns | #435


    About our guest: 

    With over a decade experience across Australia and the UK working for some of the biggest names in beauty and beauty retail, Hannah Neumann is a marketer who is here to push the boundaries of what can be achieved for a brand. Now heading up marketing for fast-growing Aussie skincare disruptor, Hey Bud Skincare, her focus is on providing customers with a brand experience that feels more like a trusted friend sharing a beauty recommendation, rather than another brand trying to convince you they’re bigger and better than the rest. 


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


    Please contact us if you: 

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a guest Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In this episode of Add To Cart, we chat with Justin Williams, Chief Customer Officer at black.ai, a revolutionary Aussie startup using AI to revolutionise retail security and customer insights. Justin dives into how black.ai helps big name retailers such as Walmart, turn traditional CCTV systems into powerful tools for preventing theft, enhancing customer experiences and providing real-time data. He also shares his thoughts on maintaining privacy in an increasingly data-driven world, the future of physical retail and the role of AI in creating more intelligent, efficient brick and mortar stores. This episode is a must-listen for retail and e-commerce leaders looking to integrate innovative tech into their physical retail spaces.


    Read more about the key insights from the episode here.


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    About our guest:

    Justin Williams is a dynamic leader in retail technology and innovation. After gaining extensive experience at SAP, where he spearheaded projects with major retailers, Justin transitioned into the startup world, working across last-mile delivery and AI-driven retail solutions. Now, as Chief Customer Officer at Black AI, he helps big name retailers like Woolworths and Walmart enhance store security, unlock real-time customer insights and optimise the in-store experience using cutting-edge AI technology. A proud father of three and passionate cyclist, Justin loves teaming to win tough challenges.


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


    Please contact us if you: 

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a guest Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In today’s Checkout episode, we are joined by Aaron Woolf, founder of Trendii, a platform revolutionising the way we shop by integrating product recommendations into digital content. Aaron shares an interesting purchase of a mysterious shoe cleaning paste from Instagram and discusses his admiration for retailers like Incu and Farfetch and highlights the tech he relies on to run his business. He shares some sources of inspiration including Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of NIKE and The Chimp Paradox by Dr. Steve Peters and highlights the importance of balancing work and downtime in the fast-paced world of ecommerce.


    Check out our full-length interview with Aaron Woolf here:

    The Power of Contextual Advertising: Insights from Aaron Woolf of Trendii | #433


    About our guest:

    With over 15 years of experience in online marketing, Aaron has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the digital landscape and how to leverage data, technology and creativity to deliver value for clients and users. As the Founder and CEO of Trendii, Aaron leads a passionate and talented team that helps brands enhance sales and engagement through innovative, user-friendly shopping experiences. Using proprietary AI and computer vision, they connect media content with shoppable products, enabling creators, platforms and publishers to monetise their work while offering users a more engaging, personalised shopping journey.


    About your host:

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and a leading ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn or via email.


    Please contact us if you:

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a guest Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In this episode of Add To Cart, we chat to Erin Williamson (CMO) and Damien Smith (CTO) of Paramount Retail, the company behind leading online alcohol brands BoozeBud and Barrel & Batch. They discuss how they’ve transformed their business by simplifying operations and are introducing next-day delivery. The duo also shares their strategy behind launching physical BottleStop stores, focusing on convenience over brand exposure. With insights on streamlining tech, improving customer experience, and balancing online and offline growth, this episode is a must-listen for ecommerce leaders looking to scale.


    Links from the episode

    BoozeBud

    BottleStop

    Barrel & Batch


    What you’ll learn

    Why simplifying your business operations can lead to improved efficiency, cost savings, and better customer experiences.

    How offering next-day delivery can give your business a competitive edge by building trust and convenience for your customers.

    Why expanding into physical retail can be a smart move when driven by customer convenience and strategic location choices.


    This episode was brought to you by…

    Deliver In Person

    Shopify Plus


    About our guests

    With over 25 years of experience, Damien is a bit of a Swiss Army knife in business and technology. After founding an IT services company in the late 90s, he eventually became CIO at SurfStitch in 2013. Immersed in analytics and eCommerce, he later held key roles at MTB Direct before joining BoozeBud as CTO in 2022. Damien now drives tech innovation at Paramount Retail, overseeing BoozeBud and helping transform the online alcohol retail landscape.


    Erin has over 20 years of marketing expertise and an adventurous eCommerce career. She began at Betfair in online wagering, survived 3 years of creative agency life, before holding multiple roles at Sensis. She then entered the world of eCom serving as Head of Marketing for Luxury Escapes and founding Chief Customer Officer at Cars24. Now, as CMO of Paramount Retail, Erin aims to get more drinks delivered to homes around Australia via BoozeBud and Barrel & Batch.


    About your host

    Nathan Bush is the host of the  Add To Cart podcast and a director, strategist and advisor. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn, Twitter or via email.


    Please contact us if you:

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a co-host Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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  • In this checkout episode, Kerryn and Aaron Langer, founders of Arms of Eve, an Australian jewellery brand, share how they balance the demands of running a business as a couple. We dive into their weirdest online purchases (including an inflatable unicorn and a device for escaping submerged cars!), and why Mecca is their favourite retailer. Kerryn and Aaron also share their essential tech tools, their favourite podcast, and what they believe is the future of retail.


    Links from the episode:

    Allbirds leads with ethics: Aaron is inspired by this retailer and their sustainability focus which doesn’t compromise on style.Huge fan of Big Magic: A must read by Elizabeth Gilbert, to unlock creativity and pursue ideas without fear.Arms of Eve Website: Accessories that celebrate beauty, defies trends and spans seasons.

    Check out our full-length interview with Kerryn and Aaron:

    Building a Multi-Generational Brand: Insights from Arms of Eve’s Founders | #431


    About our guests : Kerryn Langer and Aaron Langer from Arms of Eve. 

    Kerryn is a traveller and lover of life and obsesses over items of beauty and has worked tirelessly in fashion to be exactly where she is now as founder and creative director at Arms Of Eve.

    Creative leader with experience across media, music, marketing & ecommerce. Aaron is now leading business strategy and growth for Arms Of Eve.


    About your host: 

    Nathan Bush is the host of the Add To Cart podcast and is an ecommerce transformation consultant. He has led eCommerce for businesses with revenue $100m+ and has been recognised as one of Australia’s Top 50 People in eCommerce four years in a row. You can contact Nathan on LinkedIn or via email.


    Please contact us if you: 

    Want to come on board as an Add To Cart sponsor Are interested in joining Add To Cart as a co-host Have any feedback or suggestions on how to make Add To Cart better

    Email [email protected] We look forward to hearing from you!


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