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James Hardy

Develop effective online growth strategies and future-proof your brand's expansion with James Hardy, former Head of Europe for Alibaba.
James Hardy | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Customer Experience
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Customer Loyalty
James Hardy
Develop effective online growth strategies and future-proof your brand's expansion with James Hardy, former Head of Europe for Alibaba.
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About James Hardy

Authority on retail globalisation, e-commerce, and online growth strategies
Former Head of Europe for Alibaba
Co-founder of the UK's largest China e-commerce exporter
James Hardy is an authority on retail globalisation, e-commerce, and online growth strategies. He works with brands to future-proof their online expansion across various trading platforms, including Amazon, Alibaba, boutique marketplaces, and own-brand sites.

He is the Head of Global Retail & Market Development at Flutterwave, Africa’s largest fintech company. Previously, James served as Head of Europe, Middle-East, and Africa for Alibaba and co-founded the UK's largest China e-commerce exporter. This award-winning platform helped European brands build market share in mainland China.

James has developed international e-commerce strategies for numerous public and private companies, focusing on maximising their value in external, private, and public markets. He examines what large global conglomerates can learn from startup methodologies and what smaller companies can learn from brands like Alibaba about scaling their business.

James regularly contributes to the press and media, appearing in The Financial Times, The Huffington Post, The Journal du Net, and the BBC and China Daily News.

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What topics does James Hardy specialise in?  

James Hardy specialises in talking about retail globalisation, e-commerce, online growth strategies and more.

What is James Hardy's speaking style like?  

James captivates audiences with his insightful keynote presentations, blending original thinking on business strategy with practical applications. His expertise in e-commerce and retail globalisation consistently impresses clients and industry leaders alike. __

Does James Hardy offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, James Hardy offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

Why Should You Book James Hardy?

Book James Hardy to gain unparalleled insights into retail globalisation, e-commerce, and online growth strategies. With experience at Alibaba and Flutterwave, he offers actionable advice for scaling businesses across diverse platforms. Learn from a proven leader who bridges the gap between startup innovation and global conglomerate success.
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A fascinating and original thinker on business strategy, we gained immense value. | Will Butler-Adams, CEO | Brompton Bicycles | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-5bae3c6d0f7a84d13782c9448a9359de-ipfbexoh.png
James Hardy was the star of the show! His keynote on ecosystems and the parallels within our industry hit the spot with all our publishers and with our CEO who was super impressed. | Ranj Begley | Readly | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-e405beac681b6a4776f334312ae27dea-thn8snsf.png
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A fascinating and original thinker on business strategy, we gained immense value. | Will Butler-Adams, CEO | Brompton Bicycles | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-5bae3c6d0f7a84d13782c9448a9359de-ipfbexoh.png
Ranj Begley
A fascinating and original thinker on business strategy, we gained immense value. | Will Butler-Adams, CEO | Brompton Bicycles | https://placid-fra.fra1.digitaloceanspaces.com/production/rest-images/zqiq8n9efryrq/airtable-5bae3c6d0f7a84d13782c9448a9359de-ipfbexoh.png
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