Thinking about launching or scaling your e-commerce business in the Middle East? Don’t miss this episode of Let’s Talk E-Commerce - a podcast for entrepreneurs who are running or planning to start a business in the GCC region.Welcome to Episode 2 of Let’s Talk Ecommerce - your go-to podcast for mastering online business in the MENA region and GCC!Whether you’re a retailer, entrepreneur, or e-commerce professional, this podcast provides actionable insights to boost your business and stay ahead in the competitive GCC market.Today, we welcome Mr. Mitch Bittermann, Senior Vice President at Dubai CommerCity- a visionary leader shaping how global brands establish and scale their presence in the fast-evolving e-commerce landscape of the Middle East.🔗 Connect with Mr. Mitch Bittermann on LinkedIn: / mitch-bittermann-05a9566 In this episode, we break down the real opportunities and hidden challenges of building an online business in the UAE and GCC region. From startup basics and local consumer behavior to scaling challenges and the impact of AI, this conversation is packed with insights every founder, investor, and digital entrepreneur needs to know.🎯 What You’ll Learn:How the Middle East’s e-commerce landscape is evolvingKey steps to set up and scale your online business in the UAEMistakes startups make when expanding in the GCCThe rise of social commerce and new consumer trendsHow AI and automation are reshaping the future of e-commerce💡 Featuring: Expert insights from industry leaders and real-world examples from successful brands in the region.🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on business, tech, and digital transformation across the GCC.

Welcome to Episode 1 of Let’s Talk Ecommerce – your go-to podcast for mastering online business in the MENA region and GCC!Whether you’re a retailer, entrepreneur, or e-commerce professional, this podcast provides actionable insights to boost your business and stay ahead in the competitive GCC market.This very first episode delivers practical insights, expert strategies, and data-driven forecasts to help you succeed in the fast-evolving Gulf market, where Adriano Silva (Head of Growth, MEA & APAC at VTEX) reveals:👉 The current state of e-commerce in the Middle East, and why it matters for you👉 Why Q4 2025 is a make-or-break quarter for GCC retailers👉 Key consumer behavior patterns to watch this Q4👉 How artificial intelligence and new technologies are transforming the digital marketplace👉 Top challenges facing retailers today and actionable solutions you can apply👉 What’s next for e-commerce globally and in the GCC for 2026👉 Hot trends: Social commerce, live shopping, same-day delivery, and headless architecture explainedStay tuned till the end for expert tips that will empower you to dominate GCC e-commerce in 2026!Subscribe for more: Get regular updates on the latest GCC e-commerce trends, marketing advice, and inspirational entrepreneur stories.👇 Drop your questions, ideas, or business challenges in the comments, we’d love to feature them in future episodes!