- Gretta Van Riel: A top Australian serial entrepreneur, Gretta Van Riel has started five multi-million dollar companies. She has a large Instagram following and shares tips on scaling businesses through social media and influencer marketing. She founded her first startup, SkinnyMeTea, at 22, which won the Shopify Build-a-Business competition a year after its founding. Other startups she created include Skintox Co and DROP Bottle. She also offers a free course titled “Influencer Marketing: Zero to Hero”.
Why we love Gretta Van Riel: this is an influencer that puts her money where her mouth is – she has founded close to a dozen active businesses from B2Bs to BTCs.
- Nik Mirkovic: Co-founder of HiSmile, a global teeth whitening brand, Nik Mirkovic offers insights and tips from his eCommerce journey on Instagram. HiSmile has become a significant player in the eCommerce space.
Why we love Nik Mirkovic: he ignored typical startup advice and took on behemoths like Colgate-Palmolive, and is winning (and when still in his 20s). So when he speaks, we listen.
- Iyia Liu: A New Zealand serial entrepreneur, Iyia Liu is known for popular brands like Waist Trainer and the Tidal Hair Waver. She has appeared in her own reality TV show, “Boss Babes,” and is dedicated to helping others succeed in eCommerce.
Why we love Iyia Liu: another precocious founder who struck gold in her early twenties, but she was no one-hit-wonder. She’s founded businesses from shape-wear, supplements, gift boxing, hair care so when she shares insights about social media marketing we suggest you pay attention.
- Davie Fogarty: Founder of The Oodie, Davie Fogarty is known for his generosity in sharing eCommerce expertise. His YouTube channel is a resource for eCommerce walkthroughs and advice.
Why we love Davie Fogarty: having launched more than 10 successful brands his ultimate ambition is to launch up to 1000 different products across 300 new brands in a single year. So if you’re wondering what industry to get started in, he’d be a great influencer to get inspiration from.
- Ben Francis: Starting Gymshark at 20 years old in his garage, UK-based Ben Francis has grown it into a significant player in the eCommerce space. He shares company updates and founder experiences on Twitter and YouTube.
Ben’s most popular educational video on Youtube:
Why we love Ben Francis: if you want to keep your pulse on the fitness industry Ben is a great founder & influencer to follower. He’s one of the world’s youngest self-made billionaires so we’re betting on Ben.
- Wesley Ng: Co-founder and CEO of Casetify, Honk-Kong based Wesley Ng has built a brand around creativity and customization, especially known for its custom phone cases. His Instagram account reflects his creative and colorful approach to business.
Why we love Wesley Ng: follow Wesley for insights into tech accessories with a hip twist. This is a combination that’s hard to nail, and his products are celebrity-approved.
- Michael Dubin: Founder of Dollar Shave Club, US-based Michael Dubin is known for his brand’s humorous marketing and modern approach. His YouTube channel offers insights into effective branding and marketing strategies.
Why we love Michael Dubin: as one of the original ecommerce influencers, Michael remains one to watch in the men’s lifestyle & cutting-edge marketing space.
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