Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce
by Zonos
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About this podcast
Dive into the world of international ecommerce with 'Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce,' a podcast aimed at demystifying the complexities of global markets and shedding light on the path for businesses aiming to expand or succeed in global markets. Hosted by Clint Reid, CEO and Founder of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos' Head of Global Trade Strategy, this podcast series provides listeners with essential insights into overcoming the challenges of cross-border transactions.
Clint and Aaron bring their years of cross-border experience and expertise directly to you, covering everything from the intricacies of de minimis values to navigating complex international tax laws. Each episode focuses on practical strategies, innovative solutions, and the latest trends in global commerce, aiming to simplify international selling and compliance for businesses of all sizes.
Whether you're just starting to explore international markets or looking to enhance your existing global commerce strategy, "Decoding Cross-border Ecommerce" offers valuable perspectives to help your business thrive in the competitive world market.
About Zonos
Based in St. George, UT, USA, Zonos is the global technology leader for cross-border commerce, committed to creating trust in global trade. With a mission to lower the barriers for businesses expanding globally, Zonos simplifies international commerce through innovative software, APIs, and plugins. Providing businesses with the tools and data needed for cross-border selling, Zonos is known for its true landed cost solution, making the world market accessible to everyone.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 85 episodes
- CBP Softens Type 13 For Now: PGA Rejects Become Warnings | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #87 · 16 minCBP just quietly made Type 13 a lot easier to file. A new Federal Register notice modifies the Type 13 test to permit entries into ACE with or without electronic Partner…
- Entry Type 13 Pushed to January 20: What It Means | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #86 · 21 minCBP just pushed Entry Type 13 from October 22 to January 20. That’s a reprieve on the deadline — not a reprieve on enforcement. In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border…
- EU Product Identifiers Explained: Ready for November 1? | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #85 · 38 minNovember 1, the EU's new product identifier requirement goes live. Every ecommerce shipment into the EU — not just low-value — will need to carry a defined set of product IDs so…
- PGAs 101: What Mail Shippers Need to Know About Oct 22 | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #84 · 39 minCome October 22, mail shipments into the U.S. will fall under Type 13 — and for the first time ever, Partner Government Agency (PGA) data will be required on parcels that have…
- Inside CBP's Trade & Cargo Security Summit | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #83 · 26 minCBP just held its Trade & Cargo Security Summit in Texas — the first one since the strengthening customs enforcement EO dropped. And the mood in the room was very different than…
- A Reckoning Is Coming: Good News for the Honest | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #82 · 36 minA couple months ago, Trump's executive order on customs enforcement dropped. Since then, CBP has started acting on it — and this week, a broker got shut down. Clint just wrote an…
- CBP's New Mail Entry Rule—Key Dates Importers Should Know | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #81 · 37 minThe other shoe just dropped. CBP released two interim final rules and a general notice today — and the way postal shipments enter the U.S. is about to change in 30 days, with a…
- Trump's Customs Reform Executive Order, Explained | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #80 · 24 min · Season 1 Episode 80Yesterday, the EU dropped its July 1 implementation guidance. Then, at the end of the day, Trump dropped an executive order on U.S. customs reform. The deja vu just keeps coming…
- EU Customs Guidance Drops: 28 Days to July 1 | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #79 · 33 min · Season 1 Episode 79The EU just dropped its implementation guidance for the July 1 customs change — and we're now less than 30 days out. Same kind of fire drill the U.S. ran last year on qualified…
- Why Zonos Acquired Evolve Trade Services: What's Next | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #76 · 22 minBig news on this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast: Zonos has acquired Evolve Trade Services. Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos'…
- Supreme Court strikes down IEEPA tariffs, New Executive Orders drop | What it means for ecommerce · 17 minIEEPA Tariffs Struck Down — Now What? The Supreme Court ruled. The White House responded the same day. Here's what cross-border operators actually need to know. The Supreme Court…
- IEEPA on Trial: What It Means for Ecommerce Tariffs | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #74 · 37 minThis episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives deep into the chaos of 2025 and what lies ahead in 2026, including the potential end of IEEPA tariffs, the…
- Trade Policy Is Moving Faster Than Ever — Are You Ready? | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #73 · 32 minThis episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast is hosted solo by Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy. He’s joined by Ned Steiner of Sandler, Travis &…
- Building DDP for Posts with UPU | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #66 · 35 minEpisode 66 of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast explores how postal operators around the world can implement Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) solutions, with direct insight…
- How Ukraine’s Postal Service Stayed Operational in War | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #72 · 35 minThis episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast is one you won’t forget. Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, sits down with Igor Smelyansky, CEO of Ukrposhta…
- De Minimis Gone | What Aussie Businesses Need to Know Now | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #71 · 9 minThis episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast is a must-listen for Australian ecommerce businesses. As of August 29, de minimis is gone for postal shipments into…
- De Minimis Is Gone — How Posts Worldwide Reacted Fast | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #70 · 11 minThis episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into how global postal operators — from Canada Post to Royal Mail to Ukraine — raced to adapt to the sudden de…
- De minimis is gone | What It Means for Canada Businesses | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #69 · 13 minThis episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast breaks down what Canadian ecommerce businesses need to know now that de minimis is gone for postal shipments into the…
- De Minimis Gone for U.S. Imports—What You Need to Know Now | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 67 · 4 minThis episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into the major changes coming from the recent executive order that removes de minimis treatment for most…
- EO ends duty-free treatment for all U.S. imports | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 68 · 24 minThis episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast is a detailed breakdown of the executive order that eliminates de minimis for all imports—postal and…
