Let's talk MarketplacE
The Podcast for all Marketplace People
AI can generate an impressive product image – but can it deliver that same image, correctly named, in the right format, and on time to Zalando, About You, and Amazon simultaneously? That, says Fabio Loparco, CEO of Pixel Moda, is where the real problem lies. In this episode, Valerie speaks with Fabio about what has...
Round about two thirds of all European online sales happen on online-marketplaces – surely that calls for a regular talk show!
Let’s talk Marketplace is the podcast where Valerie und Ingrid share their thoughts and insights into the marketplace world each week – sometimes just the two of them, sometimes with the help of knowledgable guests. We are entertaining, competent, out-spoken – and won’t stand for bullshit!
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2025 was a defining year for both the marketplace industry and for Marketplace Universe itself. In this final episode of the year – and Valerie’s last before her maternity leave – Ingrid and Valerie take a clear, honest look at what shaped the past twelve months. They discuss the major industry shifts: the continued rise...
Black Week 2025 was not what many expected – and the data behind it is unmistakable. Ingrid speaks with Benjamin Weyrich from the e-commerce agency Front Row about hard facts: why brands see almost no growth without deals, why profitability continues to decline, and why the first deal day has now become more important than...
The EU will abolish the €150 de-minimis threshold in early 2026 – but will this really slow down Temu, Shein or AliExpress? In this episode, Ingrid talks with China-commerce expert Björn Ognibeni about why the impact will be far smaller than many hope. They explore how Chinese platforms easily absorb new duties, why Europe’s true...
How do small niche sellers scale internationally – without a store, without a team, and without Amazon pressure? In this episode, Ingrid speaks with Isabell Butterwegge from eBay and Kim Mooney, founder of Uncanny Collectibles in Ireland. Kim explains why internationalisation wasn’t a “nice to have” but a survival strategy. And Isabell shares how eBay...
Two Fashionistas Talking – SNOCKS and the Road to Marketplace Success, In this episode, Valerie takes the mic solo – joined by Laura Maria Schmidt, Lead Marketplaces at SNOCKS Group. Laura shares how SNOCKS evolved from a pure Amazon seller into a profitable multi-marketplace setup spanning 26 countries. Her key takeaways: Marketplace isn’t a side...
Why does the French fashion and sports market tick differently – and what does that mean for brands? In this episode of Let’s Talk Marketplace, Ingrid and Valerie discuss this topic in detail with Déborah Schinasi (founder of the consulting firm The Agent in Paris) – in a practical, pointed, and no-nonsense way. They discuss...
Amazon introduces its new AI feature “Help Me Decide” – a shopping assistant that uses your browsing and search history to make suggestions for your next purchase. In addition to this news, Valerie and Ingrid also discuss why Bauhaus only launched its marketplace after two years of development and whether the DIY market is too...
The UK marketplace game follows its own rules – and most European brands still play by the wrong ones. In this episode, Valerie and Ingrid talk with Neil Lauderdale (ex-Pentland, Speedo, Ellesse, Canterbury) about what really drives marketplace success in the UK. They discuss why Zalando and ASOS are overrated, while Next, Very, John Lewis,...
Amazon doesn’t negotiate – it tests your limits. In this episode, Ingrid and Valerie, together with Amazon expert Martin Heubel, reveal what really goes on behind the scenes of the annual vendor negotiations (AVNs). They discuss why brands are facing tougher terms, shrinking margins, and higher investments, and what smart strategies can help turn the...