How Talking Purpose Turns E-Commerce Events Into Sales Funnels

How Talking Purpose Turns E-Commerce Events Into Sales Funnels

Author: Bizzabo July 21, 2026 Duration: 31:25

E-commerce events give online brands something no ad campaign can: the chance to put a product directly into a customer's hands. In this episode, host Rachel Moore talks with Katie Kung, founder of Talking Purpose, who previously led social entrepreneurship at Shopify. Katie explains how in-person events take an e-commerce brand from 2D to 3D, why event ROI extends far beyond on-site sales, and how influencer invitations turn a single pop-up into weeks of free content.

You'll also learn the two biggest post-event funnel leaks, skipping follow-up and sending excited attendees to a website that undercuts the event experience, plus where founders should focus first for growth in 30 days.

Find transcripts and key takeaways at www.bizzabo.com/podcast/ecommerce-events-sales-funnel-katie-kung

 


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