The Fall of Hudson’s Bay: What It Means for Small Businesses & The Future of Retail

Live Shopping at Scale: Channelize Acquires LiveScale, Millions in Brand Revenue & What’s Next for Live Commerce in 2026

Live Shopping is having a very real moment — and this conversation proves why. In this episode of Leap Into Livestream, I’m joined by Xan Spencer and David McMenomey, Co-Founders of Channelize, following their major acquisition of LiveScale — one of the most respected Live Commerce platforms to emerge from Europe. We break down: • Why Channelize acquired LiveScale and what it signals for the future of Live Commerce • How Live Shopping and Shoppable Video have already generated millions in revenue for brands • What brands are finally understanding about conversion, video, and ownership • Why Live Commerce adoption has moved slower in Western markets — and what’s changing • Our 2026 predictions for Live Shopping, Shoppable Video, and Social Commerce • The role Gary Vaynerchuk continues to play in accelerating mainstream adoption If you’re a brand, retailer, founder, or marketer wondering whether Live Shopping is actually worth the investment — this episode offers real clarity from the people building the infrastructure behind it. 🎁 BONUS: I’m also sharing an exclusive link for a FREE 30-day Channelize trial, so you can explore Live Shopping and Shoppable Video for yourself (Cancel anytime) 👉 EXCLUSIVE LINK FOR FREE 30 DAYS (unlimited shows) [https://pricing.channelize.io/30-days-trial?ref=ndm5zjy]  And SOOOO many free resources at LiveSellingSchool.com [Livesellingschool.com]   #LiveShopping #ShoppableVideo #LiveCommerce #SocialCommerce #Channelize #LiveScale #EcommerceTrends #RetailInnovation #VideoCommerce #FutureOfCommerce #DTCBrands #ShopifyBrands #DigitalRetail #MarketingTrends #GaryVee #LivestreamShopping #EcommerceGrowth #2026Trends #ecommercetrends #channelize #livescale #garyvaynerchuk #underpricedattention #daytradingattention #salesandmarketingtips #livesellingschool

The Truth about Live Shopping: What works (and what doesn't)

In this episode, I join the Sprii Digest Podcast to uncover what’s driving real results in the world of Live Shopping. We explore the latest livestream shopping trends, dive into the data shaping the market, and share actionable tips for brands, marketers, and creators looking to increase sales and engagement through livestream video. Whether you're exploring livestream shopping for the first time or refining your strategy, this episode is packed with insight on what’s working in the U.S., the U.K., and beyond. 🌐 Sprii powers seamless, scalable Live Shopping for Shopify merchants. Learn more at sprii.io 🎧 Listen and subscribe to the Sprii Digest Podcast on Spotify for more insider conversations on ecommerce, video commerce, and digital marketing. Head to LiveSellingSchool.com for more Live Shopping Guides and Resources for Brands, Content Creators and more. Please also subscribe to the Leap into Livestream Podcast :-) #livestreamshopping #liveshopping #livestreamshoppingtrends #livestreamshoppingmarket #livestreamshoppingmarketsize #livestreamshoppingus #livestreamshoppinguk #livestreamshoppingmeaning #livestreamshoppingapp #livestreamshoppingcompanies #livestreamshoppingchina #livestreamshoppingtiktok #livestreamshoppingevents #livestreamshoppingstatistics #livestreamshoppingmeaninng #livestreamshoppingtips #socialmediamarketingforbeginners #ecommercetips #videocommerce #spriidigest

The Fall of Hudson’s Bay: What It Means for Small Businesses & The Future of Retail

The closure of Hudson’s Bay is a wake-up call for retailers everywhere. Legacy brands can no longer rely on past consumer loyalty—they need to innovate or risk becoming obsolete. In this episode of Leap Into Livestream, I break down what went wrong with HBC and outline five key strategies they could have used to stay relevant, including Live Shopping, Social Commerce, AI-driven personalization, and monetizing digital space. But this isn’t just about The Bay—it’s about YOUR business. How are you future-proofing your brand in a digital-first world? I’ll share how small businesses can apply these lessons to sell more, engage customers, and stay ahead of the curve using video, social selling, and interactive shopping experiences. 🔹 Tune in to discover: ✔️ Why past customer loyalty isn’t enough to sustain a business. ✔️ How Live and Social Shopping could have saved Hudson’s Bay. ✔️ Simple ways small businesses can build digital-first retail experiences. ✔️ How to use content, influencers, and AI to drive engagement and sales. ✔️ The power of monetizing digital space instead of physical space. 💡 Whether you’re a small business owner, entrepreneur, or retail brand, this episode is packed with actionable insights to future-proof your business and adapt before it’s too late. Resources mentioned in the episode are available at LiveSellingSchool.com and dawnchubai.com #RetailInnovation #HudsonsBayClosure #savecanadian Business #LivestreamShopping #EcommerceStrategy #FutureOfRetail #DigitalMarketing #SocialCommerce #SmallBusinessGrowth #Shopify #LiveSelling #RetailTrends #EntrepreneurTips #MarketingStrategy #BrandBuilding #VideoMarketing #HudsonsBay #RetailNews

10X Your Shopify Sales with Live Shopping (STOP leaving $ on the table!)

Attention U.S. Shopify Brands: You’re Leaving Money on the Table! This is the focus of this episode of the Leap into Livestream Podcast with Host Dawn Chubai Shopify powers over 1.5 million stores in the U.S., yet most brands still aren’t using Live Shopping—one of the biggest revenue drivers in e-commerce today. 💡 Did you know? ✅ Live Shopping boosts conversion rates by up to 10X compared to static product pages. ✅ It increases engagement, brand loyalty, and AOV (Average Order Value) while lowering returns. ✅ Shopify makes it easy to integrate Live Shopping apps in just minutes! Yet, even some of the biggest Shopify brands still don’t have live shopping enabled—and that’s a missed opportunity. 🎧 In this episode, I break down why Live Shopping is the future of e-commerce and how you can quickly set it up and start selling if you are a Shopify Brand. 🎯 Want to learn how to maximize sales with Live Shopping? 👉 Visit dawnchubai.com [dawnchubai.com] or livesellingschool.com [livesellingschool.com] for free videos and downloads, including my Small Business Guide to Livestream Shopping [https://livesellingschool.mykajabi.com/SmallBusinessGuide]! 💬 Drop a comment if you’re interested in trying Live Shopping for your store—I’d love to help! Why Listen to Me? I’m Dawn Chubai, a Live Shopping Strategist, Performance Coach, and former TV Host with 25+ years of experience in broadcast and e-commerce sales. I’ve helped brands drive millions in revenue through live and social commerce, and I created the HSH Method of Live Selling to help businesses like yours convert viewers into buyers. Whether you’re new to live shopping or looking to optimize your strategy, I’ve got the expertise to help you make it work. 🔗 #Shopify #LiveShopping #Ecommerce #ShopifyBrands #LivestreamSelling #SocialCommerce #RetailMarketing #ConversionBoost #DTCsales #dawnchubai #leapintolive #ecommercetips #homeshopping #QVC #HSN #TSC #livestreamstrategy #garyveequotes

HSN Shuts Down HQ – What This Means for Retail & Live Shopping

HSN is closing its headquarters, signaling a massive shift in live shopping and e-commerce. But what does this mean for the future of retail, small businesses, and live shopping as we know it? In this episode of Leap into Livestream, host Dawn Chubai breaks down: ✅ Why traditional home shopping TV is declining 📉 ✅ The rise of social commerce and livestream shopping 📲 ✅ What this means for brands, retailers, and influencers 🔥 ✅ How YOU can adapt and thrive in the new era of live selling 🚀 Brands and businesses must shift tom (or at the very least become educated about) TikTok Shop, Instagram Live, YouTube, and Amazon Live to stay ahead. Are you ready for the future of retail? How can you start tomorrow using resources you ALREADY have? Be sure to download my FREE GUIDES today! https://livesellingschool.com/free-guides 🎧 Listen and please SUBSCRIBE so that I know you care about this content 😊 💬 Drop a comment below! Are you using livestream shopping for your business? #LiveShopping #EcommerceTrends #SocialCommerce #RetailNews #HSN #QVC #Shopify #TikTokShop #AmazonLive #SmallBusinessMarketing #DTC #LivestreamSelling #RetailShift #LiveSocialShopping #livestreamshopping