Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce
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
82 episodes
PGAs 101: What Mail Shippers Need to Know About Oct 22 | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #84
Come 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 historically flown in under the radar.In this episode of the...
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Inside CBP's Trade & Cargo Security Summit | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #83
CBP 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 at past conferences.In this episode of the Decoding Cr...
A Reckoning Is Coming: Good News for the Honest | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #82
A 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 open letter about what all of it means, and the title is "A Recko...
CBP's New Mail Entry Rule—Key Dates Importers Should Know | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #81
The 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 much bigger change landing this fall.In this episode of the...
Trump's Customs Reform Executive Order, Explained | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #80
Yesterday, 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.In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce pod...
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EU Customs Guidance Drops: 28 Days to July 1 | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #79
The 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 party, just with more pages to read and more puzzles to solve.<...
Why Zonos Acquired Evolve Trade Services: What's Next | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #76
Big 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' Head of Global Trade Strategy, sit down with Jason Bye, co-founde...
Supreme Court strikes down IEEPA tariffs, New Executive Orders drop | What it means for ecommerce
IEEPA 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 struck down IEEPA-based tariffs on a Friday afterno...
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IEEPA on Trial: What It Means for Ecommerce Tariffs | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #74
This 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 removal of de minimis, and a major Supreme Court decision that could re...
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Trade Policy Is Moving Faster Than Ever — Are You Ready? | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #73
This 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 & Rosenberg, a leading customs and trade law firm.Aaron...
Building DDP for Posts with UPU | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #66
Episode 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 from David Avsec of the Universal Postal Union (UPU).Hosts C...
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How Ukraine’s Postal Service Stayed Operational in War | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #72
This 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 (Ukraine Post), to talk about leading a national postal service during a...
De Minimis Gone | What Aussie Businesses Need to Know Now | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #71
This 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 the US — and Australia Post has partnered with Zonos to keep ...
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De Minimis Is Gone — How Posts Worldwide Reacted Fast | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #70
This 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 minimis policy change from the U.S. that took effect on August 29.<...
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De minimis is gone | What It Means for Canada Businesses | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #69
This 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 U.S.Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzan...
EO ends duty-free treatment for all U.S. imports | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 68
This 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 commercial—effective August 29th.Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and ...
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De Minimis Gone for U.S. Imports—What You Need to Know Now | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 67
This 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 shipments—effective August 29th.Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO...
How Landmark Grew €600M+ Revenue Unlocking Global Markets | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep 65
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast features James Edge, CEO of Landmark Global. Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Head of Global Trade Strategy at Zonos, dig into how Landmark scaled from a ...
U.S. Kills De Minimis for China: Effects on Your Business | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #64
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into a pivotal change in U.S. trade policy—May 2, 2025, the day de minimis is removed for goods manufactured in China and Hong Kong. Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, a...
China Tariffs & De Minimis Removal: What to Know by May 2 | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #63
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives deep into the upcoming May 2nd changes to the de minimis rule for Chinese-made goods — and what that means for cross-border ecommerce.Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos...
Tariffs Just Multiplied: What Global Sellers Should Know | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #62
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives deep into the chaos of rapidly evolving tariff policies.Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy, unpack new re...
End of De Minimis—Big Trouble for Ecommerce from China | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #61
In this episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast, Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global Trade Strategy, are joined by Ryan Swapp, tackle what might be the most disruptive change in cross-bo...
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US Reciprocal Tariffs: Impact on International Ecommerce | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #60
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into the latest announcement from the Trump administration about reciprocal tariffs—and what they really mean for ecommerce businesses shipping internationally.Clint Reid...
How Canada's Retaliatory Tariffs Impact US Ecommerce | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce | Ep #59
This episode of the Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce podcast dives into Canada’s new retaliatory tariffs on US-made goods and their impact on ecommerce sellers. Hosts Clint Reid, Founder and CEO of Zonos, and Aaron Bezzant, Zonos’ Head of Global...
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Big Tariff Day–Trump’s Tariffs are Back, Retaliation Begins | Decoding Cross-Border Ecommerce Ep 58
The latest tariff update is here! The U.S. has officially reinstated tariffs on Canadian, Mexican, and Chinese-made goods—but the de minimis is still in place for the time being, and the retaliatory tariffs have started to roll out. What impact...
