Ecom North: Canada’s Premier DTC Conference Debuts in Toronto

On Friday, September 6, 2024, Toronto hosted Canada’s first-ever Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) conference, Ecom North. 

The first-of-its-kind inaugural summit was hosted by commerce trailblazers Sharif Virani and Aditya Gullia, and featured a robust lineup of over 20 industry-leading speakers including: Aaron Spivak, Co-Founder of Hush, Jake Karls, Co-Founder Mid-Day Squares, Laura Thompson, Co-Founder of Three Ships, Nik Sharma, Founder & CEO of Sharma Brands, and more. 

The day offered a comprehensive agenda covering all of the essential topics for DTC success, such as increasing margins while simplifying your ecommerce stack, tips for standing out in a saturated market, and red flags and must-haves for brand growth. Attendees gained valuable insights from speakers on how DTC businesses can thrive in today’s economy and what it truly means to be “Made in Canada.”

“Ecom North is more than just a conference; it’s a celebration of Canada’s thriving e-commerce sector,” says Aditya Gullia, Partner at Ecom North. “We’re showcasing authentic Canadian brands that are redefining excellence in the DTC space. Our goal is to set a new standard for ‘Made in Canada,’ aligning it with quality and innovation while building a dynamic community that fosters optimism and homegrown entrepreneurial spirit.”

Ecom North is set to return for a two-day event in 2025. To learn more, visit ecomnorth.com.

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