**Exploring Global E-Commerce Opportunities**
- Stef Van Boekel shares his vast experience in international business
- Discusses the importance of e-commerce businesses thinking globally
- Emphasizes the vast market potential in Europe, with higher average spending per person compared to other regions
**Navigating International Commerce Challenges**
- Explores the complexities of setting up operations in European countries
- Highlights the necessity for a local strategy and team in each target market
- Suggests starting with market analysis and a proof of concept before full-scale expansion
**Growth Strategies for E-Commerce Expansion**
- The advantage of launching in multiple European markets to diversify risk
- Why U.S. brands may have a competitive edge in Europe
- Cites lower seller competition on platforms like Amazon Europe
**Advice for E-Commerce Entrepreneurs**
- Insights on knowing your market and margins
- The importance of professional partnerships and customer satisfaction
- Acknowledges the learning curve and investment involved in international expansion
**Connecting with Expertise**
- Stef Van Boekel offers hands-on operational support for U.S. businesses in Europe
- How to initiate conversations with Steph's team for market and margin analysis
Tweetable Quotes:
"If you want to be a local hero in 10 years, start thinking internationally now." - Stef Van Boekel
"In e-commerce logistics and customer happiness are deeply intertwined." - Stef Van Boekel
"Diversifying into European markets means more than just new customers; it's about creating stability." - Stef Van Boekel
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