Advertising Is Dead: How Modern Shopify Brands Are Staying Alive Through Partnerships With Cristy Ebert Garcia Of Impact.com

In today’s Shopify ecommerce podcast, my guest is Cristy Ebert Garcia, the CMO from Impact.com. They are a partnership management platform that helps businesses of all sizes grow revenue through the partnership channel.Today, the consumer is in the driver's seat. They’ve taken matters into their own hands and no longer make unilateral decisions based on ads; in fact, 96% of consumers don’t even trust ads. They want to source real information about products they’re interested in, and they want to source this information from people or publications, or influencers they trust.9 out of 10 consumers read reviews before making a purchase, and almost 55% of consumers read a minimum of four reviews before buying a product. And So, brands should find out where their consumers are going for information and then “be there” by partnering with those informational sources.Let’s learn more about how to grow your Shopify business through partnerships!Profitably GROW and SCALE your Shopify business with the resources mentioned in today's ecommerce podcast episode.Have any questions or comments about this episode? You can reach us at hello@ecommercefastlane.com or through any of our social channels. We love hearing from our listeners!Looking to grow and scale revenue for your Shopify ecommerce store profitably? Click here, eCommerceFastlane.com, for the latest strategies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane: Shopify Growth Strategies—Where AI Efficiency Meets Human Connection. I’m Steve Hutt, your experienced guide and host, here to help you unlock real, sustainable growth for your Shopify store by blending the best of automation with the power of authentic customer relationships. Since 2016, eCommerce Fastlane has been the weekly pit-stop for ambitious DTC founders and marketers. With over 1.5 million downloads and 400+ episodes, this show is your trusted resource for: - Proven Shopify strategies, apps, and best practices that drive measurable results - Digital marketing tactics and retention playbooks that balance AI with genuine human touch - Real-world founder stories and lessons learned from my own journey and 400+ interviews with industry leaders - Deep dives into emerging tech (AI, AR/VR, automation) and how to use it without losing your brand’s soul - Operations, logistics, and customer experience solutions that reduce overwhelm and foster loyalty Each week, I sit down with Shopify partners, marketing experts, and successful store owners who share what’s actually working right now—no fluff, just actionable, battle-tested strategies. Whether you’re launching your first store or scaling past seven figures, you’ll walk away from every episode with at least one practical idea you can implement immediately. Ready to thrive in today’s fast-paced ecommerce world—growing smarter, not just faster? Hit subscribe and join thousands of merchants building customer-centric, future-proof brands with eCommerce Fastlane. Let’s unlock your store’s true potential—together. Steve Hutt x-Shopify - DTC Founder - Podcast Host Website: eCommerceFastlane.com Newsletter: FastlaneInsider.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/shutt X: x.com/stevenhutt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecommercefastlane Email: steve@ecommercefastlane.com