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The average doctor's visit in the U.S. takes about 12-13 minutes; most of that time is dedicated to collecting a patient’s information.

But what if the patient has a condition – like erectile dysfunction – that’s often stigmatized, if acknowledged at all?

Roman, a cloud-based telemedicine start-up, is working to break down the barriers facing young men with ED. Through the app, young men can screen themselves for ED, connect them a physician, and set prescriptions (in subtle, sleek packaging) for home delivery. 

Whether you’re entertaining guests, settling in for a relaxing night at home, or simply looking to perfect your living room’s design, there are arguably few pieces of furniture more important than your sofa. But finding that perfect piece is often a challenging and frustrating task.

For every $1 spent on email marketing, $44 is made in return, and consumers who purchase products through email spend 138% more than online shoppers who do not receive email offers.

For ecommerce businesses of all shapes and sizes, that’s tremendous. And with the number of email users worldwide forecasted to surge to 2.9 billion by 2019, it is in your interest to harness the power of email marketing for your B2B and B2C clients. 

For Jamie Clarke, who started climbing mountains as a child and eventually reached the heights of the Seven Summits, the similarities between mountaineering and running a business are endless.

The way we use social media has changed considerably since its inception. When marketers first began embracing social as a way of reaching out to their audience, it was a quieter and less competitive place. Now, there’s so much content and so much variety, that conversions are much harder to come by. 

Reputation is everything - especially in the agency business.

When Erik Huberman founded Hawke Media a little over three years ago, he saw that the industry was in a conundrum: they were getting stuck selling things they couldn't sell.

Dependability meant stasis and a one-size-fits-all approach. Execution meant committing to a long-term contract and hoping for the best. Where was the long-term vision – and the short term, immediate care – that reputations are built on?

For any ecommerce professional, skill development and networking are valuable tools worth having in your back pocket. Knowing the latest trends and updates in the ecommerce space ensures that you’ll be well-prepared to take on challenges in your workplace.

Here’s some of the top ecommerce conferences and events in 2018:

A visit to BRIKA, the Toronto-based makers’ marketplace, offers a visual feast that will have your eyes popping and might inspire your next creative streak, if not your next shopping spree. You can revel in Michelle Meronek’s minimalist jewelry from her Brooklyn New York Studio Acre Goods, or check out Krista and Steve of Among the Pines, a husband and wife duo who make quirky, wood-based housewares. Then there’s self-taught crafter Cathy Pascual who makes eclectic stitched wall art in her Catshy Crafts store, and The Oyster’s Pearl’s adorable yet lively printed T-shirts.

Hailing from rural Bowman in North Dakota, Ashley Alderson didn’t have a lot of shopping opportunities in her area growing up. In fact, she says that it wasn’t until later on, touring the country as Miss Rodeo America and that she discovered the exciting world of independently-owned shops.

Just one look at Emily Waters’ Instagram page reveals a passion and keen sensibility for the arts. Enticing forms and colors meet enthralling patterns and stylish yet classic garments that are beautifully yet effortlessly photographed. Such a talent for composition doesn’t happen by chance, but is a result of years of training and perfecting the practice of looking. While some choose to take their passion for the arts to the easel, camera, or runway, Emily has decided to use her skills to help others create original products that will change consumers’ lives.