From Local to Global: How Small Businesses Can Excel in the E-commerce Arena with Marianne Rowden

From Local to Global: How Small Businesses Can Excel in the E-commerce Arena with Marianne Rowden

Discover the world of e-commerce and its impact on global trade in the latest episode of the Simply Trade podcast! Hosts Andy and Lalo dive into an insightful conversation with international trade expert Marianne Rowden, exploring the ins and outs of e-commerce and its implications for small businesses and multinational corporations alike.

Key Discussions

• The significance of e-commerce in global trade: Marianne highlights how e-commerce has grown at an impressive rate of 14-20% since the 2008 financial crisis, in contrast to traditional containerized trade, which has been growing at a mere 5%.

• E-commerce's role in changing consumer behavior: The podcast discusses how marketplaces like Amazon have successfully altered consumer behavior, making people more comfortable with ordering and paying for goods online.

• The regulatory challenges faced by e-commerce marketplaces: Marianne emphasizes the need for e-commerce platforms to navigate the complex world of international trade regulations, both for importing and exporting goods.

• The importance of understanding e-commerce for small businesses: Many small businesses venturing into e-commerce may lack knowledge about importing and exporting regulations, making it vital for them to educate themselves on these topics.

• The role of the World Customs Organization (WCO) in e-commerce: Marianne explains that the WCO is responsible for administering the Harmonized Tariff Schedule and the valuation code, both of which are crucial for e-commerce businesses to understand.

Don't miss this informative episode of the Simply Trade podcast, where you'll gain valuable insights into the world of e-commerce and its impact on global trade. Whether you're a small business owner or a trade professional, this episode is sure to broaden your understanding of the ever-evolving e-commerce landscape.

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Host: Andy Shiles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyshiles/ 
Host/Producer: Lalo Solorzano: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lalosolorzano/ 
Co-Producer: Mara Marquez: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mara-marquez-a00a111a8/

Show references:

• Global Training Center - www.GlobalTrainingCenter.com

• Simply Trade Podcast - twitter.com/SimplyTradePod 

• Marianne Rowden - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-rowden-43456110/

• E-merchants Trade Council Inc - https://www.emtc.org/ 

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