Going Global in Uncertain Times with Matthew Merrilees , CEO North America, Global-e and Co-Host Jim Okamura from the Global eCommerce Leaders Forum
From The Voice of Retail by Michael LeBlanc
June 5, 2026 · 32 min · Episode 518
About this episode
The episode discusses how retailers are navigating global challenges and opportunities in e-commerce.
This week, I’m joined by Matthew Merrilees, CEO of North America at Global-e, with a special guest co-host, Jim Okamura, my partner from the Global e-Commerce Leaders Forum. Together, we unpack how leading retailers and brands are navigating tariffs, supply chain disruption, profitability pressures, and international expansion opportunities in this special crossover edition of the podcast.
People in this episode
Host: Michael LeBlanc
Guest: Matthew Merrilees
Topics covered
- global expansion
- retail challenges
- supply chain
- tariffs
- profitability
- e-commerce
Keywords
- global expansion
- retail
- supply chain disruption
- tariffs
- profitability
- e-commerce
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Global-e, Global eCommerce Leaders Forum
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