Beyond ROAS - Insights From the Ecommerce Trenches

Managing Multiple Ecommerce Brands - And More! - with Sam Mendelsohn of Workspace6

Terry Whalen, Founder of Sum Digital

In this episode of the Beyond ROAS podcast, Terry Whalen and Joey Muller engage in a deep conversation with Sam Mendelson, exploring his extensive journey in e-commerce. Sam shares insights from his family's business, Sivana, and how he transitioned into launching new brands like Sozi and Tiny Rituals. The discussion covers the challenges of scaling businesses, the importance of community in e-commerce, and the role of AI in modern marketing strategies. They also delve into affiliate marketing, loyalty programs, and the innovative use of AI tools like Knobi in enhancing business operations. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the evolving landscape of advertising, particularly on platforms like Meta, where creative targeting has become essential. They emphasize the importance of crafting ad copy that resonates with specific personas and the challenges brands face in scaling due to manufacturing constraints and market fit. The discussion also highlights the role of AI in analyzing customer perceptions and optimizing product offerings to enhance conversion rates.