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RestoraPet's Brian Larsen explains how they grow 500% year on year

eCommerce MasterPlan · with Brian Larsen · 34 min

Summary

RestoraPet's 500% year-on-year growth wasn't magic; it was a masterclass in e-commerce fundamentals. This episode delivers actionable insights for any store owner looking to scale, covering everything from A/B testing platforms like Shopify vs. WooCommerce to optimizing email pop-ups for maximum conversion. Learn how a subscription-based model, relentless optimization, and a deep understanding of customer journeys fueled their journey to an anticipated $10M.

Key takeaways

Themes

conversion rate optimizatione-commerce growthplatform strategysubscription business models

Topics covered

a/b testingcustomer acquisitioncustomer lifetime valuedirect-to-consumer (dtc) brandsemail marketingpop-up optimizationsubscription e-commercewoocommerce vs. shopify

Episode description

Brian Larsen is the founder of RestoraPet a pet supplement subscription eCommerce store. Launched in 2014 sales grew by over 500% in 2018 and they are on track for $10m this year. We chat about everything from email pop ups to split testing. AND he explains how they're testing woocommerce against shopify.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/ --- Download our ebook... https://ecmp.info/ebook 500 Tips to Increase Your Profits Get all the links and resources we mention and join our email list at https://ecmp.info Love the show? Chloe would love your feedback - leave a review here: https://ecmp.info/review or reply to the episode QandA on Spotify. Interested in being a Sponsor? go here: https://ecmp.info/sponsor Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about conversion rate optimization?
Implement rigorous A/B testing on core website elements like email pop-ups and platform choices (Shopify vs. WooCommerce) to identify conversion-driving strategies.
What does this episode say about e-commerce growth?
Develop a robust email marketing strategy, including welcome series and re-engagement campaigns, to nurture customer relationships and drive repeat purchases.
What does this episode say about platform strategy?
Leverage a subscription model to build predictable recurring revenue and increase Customer Lifetime Value (CLV) in a niche market.
What does this episode say about subscription business models?
Continuously optimize the customer journey from landing page to checkout, ensuring a seamless user experience to maximize conversion rates.
What does this episode say about conversion rate optimization?
Focus on specific tactics like email pop-ups and split testing calls-to-action to incrementally improve site performance and sales.

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