The Make it Big Podcast

Nov 22 2024 60 ep. 34 mins 11
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Get expert insights on the go with our biweekly audio series where global thought leaders discuss all things ecommerce — from industry news and trends to growth strategies and success stories.

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An Inside Look at BigCommerce’s Next Big Thing

Nov 22 2024 12 mins  
Join Fiona Norton, Director of Product Marketing at BigCommerce, as she interviews Troy Cox, Head of Product, and Brian Dhatt, President of Feedonomics. They discuss The Next Big Thing at BigSummit, exploring composable storefronts, B2B ecommerce, and BigCommerce’s latest tools like Catalyst and Makeswift. Learn how unified commerce is reshaping the future of retail and empowerin

Global Sourcing and Supply Chain Management with East West Basics

Oct 22 2024 26 mins  
Join host Melissa Dixon as Bob Sperling and daughter Jenna Sperling walk us through running East West Basics, their family-owned sourcing and supply chain management company. Bob, the CEO and founder, has 30+ years of experience working with retailers, wholesalers, and global brands, bringing their product visions to life and being an expert liaison between the states and their Asi

Navigating Tomorrow’s Shoppers: The Future of Consumer Behavior

Sep 11 2024 31 mins  
Join BigCommerce and Future Commerce as our experts discuss the results of our latest consumer survey research. We’ll dive deep into the next wave of ecommerce trends and the evolving ways consumers will interact with brands across various channels and devices — redefining the path to purchase. Tune in to hear what leaders can expect in the coming years, how consumer behavior w

Company Culture: Why Investing in People Matters

Aug 12 2024 41 mins  
As BigCommerce celebrates its 15-year anniversary, two guests join host and Senior Director of Brand and Content Marketing Melissa Dixon to tackle the topic of company culture and how it directly links to scaling a business. Tune in to hear Robert “RA” Alvarez, Former CFO of BigCommerce and Becky Logan, Senior VP of People and Culture, discuss what company culture means to them

How Cordova Outdoors Became an Outdoor Essential

Jul 16 2024 31 mins  
Join us as we sit down with Gentry Jensen, Founder of Cordova Outdoors, to explore his transition from Navy SEAL to entrepreneur. Discover how his military experiences shaped his business approach, the challenges he overcame, and pivotal decisions that drove success. Learn about Cordova Outdoors’ commitment to sustainability, community building, and manufacturing in the USA. Gent

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on B2B Ecommerce

May 31 2024 12 mins  
Recently, BigCommerce launched a new video series of B2B-focused stories, trends, and expert advice called B2B Bites. During these bite-sized conversations, host Lance Owide chats with industry experts about the latest B2B news, trends, and opportunities. This episode is a recording of one of those videos, discussing all things B2B and AI — how brands can maximize current technol

MACH in Action: How Brands are Using Modern Tech to Elevate B2B Experiences

Apr 22 2024 30 mins  
From self-service and AI, to a rise in younger, digitally-savvy buyers, the B2B space has seen immense change these past few years — with so much more on the horizon. In this episode, we hear from three B2B and MACH experts on how this industry is upleveling their tech and what innovations we can expect for the future. Join BigCommerce Manager of Headless Partnerships Mikaela Fer

How to Elevate Your Brand with Diversity and Inclusion

Mar 11 2024 28 mins  
In October 2023, BigCommerce had the honor of moderating a panel at Advertising Week’s Equality Lounge sponsored by Female Quotient, an organization dedicated to raising the visibility of women to advance equality. This episode is a recording of that panel, featuring BigCommerce VP of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Tom Bourdon, along with the Emmy-nominated actress and comedia

NRF 2024 Recap

Feb 02 2024 34 mins  
More than 40,000 people gathered at NRF 2024 to discover the latest technologies, discuss new trends, and gather insights from retail experts around the world. In this episode of the Make it Big Podcast, BigCommerce Marketing leaders Melissa Dixon and Dana Maruffo offer a first-hand recap of NRF, sharing their perspectives on key themes and topics, from AI and user experience to om

Cyber Week 2023 Recap

Dec 08 2023 37 mins  
Cyber Week 2023 may have come and gone, but it has left a lasting impression — this year’s record-breaking ecommerce sales point to consumers’ and retailers’ resilience. In this episode, leaders from BigCommerce and Feedonomics discuss Cyber Week results and get their strategies for ending the holiday shopping season strong. For more details about Cyber Week, read BigCommer