In this exciting episode of Talk Commerce, host Brent Peterson is joined by Yulia Blinova, a seasoned international business professional with over 18 years of experience spanning multiple continents. Yulia shares her expertise in product sourcing, supply chain management, strategic partner/channel management, and business development, covering both B2B and B2C markets. Brent and Yulia dive into her unique journey, discussing her experiences in countries like China, Singapore, Germany, Russia, and the Americas. Yulia explains how her cross-cultural awareness has given her a strategic advantage in understanding and navigating diverse markets, helping her to drive successful market entries and go-to-market strategies. Yulia also shares her insights on the current trends and challenges in e-commerce, import/exports, transportation, and IOT. She emphasizes the importance of efficient and strategic thinking in managing cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams and achieving project goals on time, even under pressure. Throughout the conversation, Yulia imparts valuable advice for businesses looking to expand internationally, drawing from her extensive knowledge of EU, US, Russian, CIS, and South American markets. This episode is packed with actionable tips and wisdom for anyone interested in the world of global business development, and it’s not to be missed!
