<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">John Arquette, Ecommerce Director at Galls, shares his journey from Marine Corps to leadership roles in ecommerce.He emphasizes learning best practices and adapting to changes in the ecommerce industry over time.John discusses his early realization of ecommerce potential and how he transitioned from a wholesale stationery company to ecommerce brands.He reflects on pivotal shifts in digital commerce, such as the dot-com boom and the Great Recession, shaping his strategies.Before platforms like Shopify, building and running an ecommerce site required meticulous planning and longer development timelines.The focus in ecommerce has evolved from traffic and conversion rates to metrics like EBITDA and cash flow over the years.John highlights the importance of adapting to new platforms and understanding data insights for better decision-making.He shares a scenario illustrating the significance of customer insights over relying solely on analytics data.Drawing from his Marine Corps experience, John coaches a broader mindset by empowering teams with information and decentralized control.