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Posted on September 17, 2019 by staff

Former UK Amazon CEO to speak at eCommerce Live

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One of Europe’s foremost eCommerce leaders is set to share his considerable experience of the industry at a free event in London next month.

Brian McBride, former chairman of global fashion brand ASOS and CEO of Amazon.co.uk, will headline eCommerce business event eCommerce Live UK.

McBride will address businesses on convenience shopping, mobile and social media in retail, and the potential effects of AI.

During his time at online retail giant Amazon.co.uk, McBride oversaw innovations like the Amazon Marketplace and Amazon Prime.

Serving as chairman for ASOS for six years until 2018, McBride now sits as Deputy Chair of Trainline and Senior Advisor with Scottish Equity Partners and Lazard’s Global Finance Advisory business.

He has previously served on the boards of online electric retailer AO.com and the BBC.

Joining the keynote speaker at this year’s conference are global payment solution firm Klarna, eCommerce personalisation platform Nosto, eCommerce platform Mercarto, and cybersecurity specialists Secarma.

UKFast CEO Lawrence Jones MBE said: “In a rapidly evolving eCommerce marketplace, it’s vital for organisations to come together at such events and share experiences and advice first-hand.

“eCommerce Live UK is set to educate online businesses across industries, addressing top concerns, trends and updates shaping the eCommerce sector in 2019.”

Book your free place at eCommerce Live UK.