As always, GELF speakers will deliver an energetic and engaging combination of global ecommerce strategy and cross-border tactics and best practices.

You can count on the following topics being part of the show:

• Re-prioritizing Global Markets. Whether you’re eyeing Asia-Pacific markets that are have rebounded from the pandemic or looking closer to home at Canada and Mexico, GELF has you covered.  If you’re looking to ramp up online sales in emerging markets in the Middle East or LATAM, GELF will help you connect with leaders that have been there and done that.
• Going Direct-to-Consumer on a Global Scale. Direct-to-consumer brands of all shapes and sizes lean in at GELF events to learn how to balance traditional retail distribution with emerging direct-to-consumer ecommerce opportunities around the world. Wondering what to look for in your next-gen global distribution partners? Join us to learn more about one of the hottest topics within the GELF community!
• The Rise of Global Marketplace Platforms.  As the evolution of international marketplaces accelerates, we’re seeing global digital distrbution platforms and ecosystems frame the future of international retail! Amazon and Alibaba may be setting the pace, but they aren’t the only digital growth foundations in the race. Learn how the rise of communication platforms, social commerce and niche vertical retail plays offer community-centric alternatives to the global titans.
• Social Influencers are getting real as they redefine how today’s global shopper discovers new brands and innovative products and services. Find out why – and how – brand leaders are raising the bar when it comes to working with influencers of all shapes and sizes.
• Re-connecting with Post-Pandemic Shoppers. Digital laggards are finally online in markets around the world and show no signs of slowing down. Meanwhile consumer journeys have changed for good and digital is now the fulcrum of shopping. Find out what this means for you and your team as you look ahead to the 2021 holidays
• Overcoming Supply Chain Constraints. The cross-border ecommerce echo boom offered many international sales growth opportunities over the past year. But supply and delivery constraints necessitated many timeouts and new game plans. Learn more about how brands and ecommerce entrepreneurs are investing in hybrid fulfillment operations, dropshipping and local delivery from dark stores to better serve their global consumers.
• Evolving Cross-Border Platforms. Looking for a one-stop spot to shop for cross-border ecommerce solution partners? There is a booming international ecosystem of cloud commerce solutions, commerce agencies and best-of-breed software providers boldly leading global ecommerce brands, experienced omnichannel retailers and start-up commerce ventures into new markets. Meet them at GELF NYC this Fall!

Networking starts during breakfast, extends into lunch and then really gets going during our private dinners and late afternoon receptions. So raise your hand and get involved as we schedule our One-to-One@GELF NYC meetings, organize Executive Roundtable Meetups, and get folks seated for our always-popular GELF dinners.

• One-to-One@GELF NYC 21 meetings connect attendees directly with global ecommerce experts to discuss their most pressing cross-border  ecommerce challenges.
• Looking for structured networking opportunities with industry peers? Join our Executive Roundtable Meetups  to ask questions, discuss best practices and learn about what it takes to succeed internationally.

GELF succeeds when the community steps up and helps drive the conversation.  When you register, let us know what topics you’d like us to include in the program and networking events.

Bring your experiences and questions. Leave with insights and answers.