Matthew Merrilees

Matthew Merrilees

Matt leads Global-e’s growing North American-based team and has extensive experience in the cross-border world. He previously served as the Global Managing Director of Sales at FedEx Cross Border, and prior to that, Matt worked at DHL Express US for 10 years. During his time at DHL he held many roles, from field sales to leading DHL’s National Account Segment in the Northeast US.Matt holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Fairfield University with a focus in Business Management.

How to Master Global E-Commerce Returns to Achieve Profitability

Valued at $785 billion in 2021, the B2C international online shopping market is projected to grow tenfold by 2030, reaching $7.9 trillion. International markets present brands a key opportunity to drive growth and revenues. But selling overseas does bring about numerous complexities which, if not taken into account, can hinder growth and dig into profit margins.…

Why Brands Are Going Global for Revenue Generation

Amid economic volatility, brands across the globe are asking themselves: How can we consistently increase revenue during inconsistent times? Looking at the variety of potential solutions, many prominent merchants and e-commerce providers are opting to increase investment in their international online retail presence. Walmart, for instance, is charting a five-year plan to double its gross…

Social Media is Making E-Commerce Border Agnostic

Originally used as a convenient way of connecting over the internet, social media has become an all-encompassing force that caters to endless interests, purposes and needs. For consumers, it’s creating a boundary-free world where shoppers can find and engage with brands regardless of their geographical location.  A recent survey conducted by Global-e explored the ways in which social media…

What's Next for Smaller Retailers in 2023?

2022 was in many ways a challenging year for retail, marked by economic fears and shifts in consumer sentiment. While there are signs that retail may be beginning to stabilize, with record sales being recorded during last year’s Black Friday, there are also clear indicators that shoppers’ behaviors are constantly shifting. The way consumers worldwide prefer to shop online is evolving. A…