Dan Brownsher

Executive Chairman | Founder at Channel Key

Dan Brownsher is a recognized national thought leader in marketplace retail strategy, retail media, and emerging e-commerce trends. As a trusted commentator on Amazon and marketplace technologies, policies, and best practices, he is frequently quoted by major media outlets including Bloomberg, Forbes, Reuters, MSN.com, the LA Times, and leading trade publications.

As the Executive Chairman and Founder of Channel Key, Dan advises Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups alike on how to navigate the increasingly complex world of marketplace commerce and retail media. He is a sought-after speaker at industry think tanks, trade shows, conferences, and panels, where he shares forward-looking insights shaped by real-world experience.

ADDITIONAL BIO

Dan also co-founded Trend Nation, a top-200 global Amazon private label product developer and seller, which surpassed $1 billion in merchandise sales and achieved a successful private equity exit. A member of YPO, the global leadership community of over 35,000 chief executives across 150 countries, Dan is driven by a belief that effective leadership and authentic experience fuel growth.

He often tells clients: “I made the mistakes in Amazon and ecommerce, so you don’t have to.” It’s this hands-on, battle-tested approach that continues to set him—and those he advises—apart in the ever-evolving e-commerce landscape.

FOCUS AREAS

Amazon and Marketplace Business Strategy
Retail Media Networks
Ecommerce
Leadership
Entrepreneurship
Scaling Service Businesses
Remote Work

AS SEEN ON

Four Ways To Strengthen Remote Work Culture

“It has been almost two years since our agency went fully remote. Here are a few things I’ve learned along the way that defy conventional wisdom about remote work, but have helped our team become happier and more productive.”

Amazon Briefing: What’s behind Amazon’s slow and steady shift into a full-funnel marketing platform

“Recent updates make clear an Amazon advertising change that’s been in the making for years now: Amazon wants brands to think of it as a full-funnel platform."

Three Innovative Marketing Trends For Amazon Sellers

“In the early days, selling on Amazon was relatively easy. If you had a good product and knew how to list it, you could generate sales. Today, Amazon is a pay-to-play marketplace.”

PROFESSIONAL TIMELINE

Executive Chairman | Co-Founder
Jan 2017 - Present

Co-Founder | Partner
Jun 2013 - Present

Business Development
2004 - 2012

Co-Founder | Business Development
2002 - 2004
Dynamic Media Group

Questions to Ask Me:

Can you share some high-level insights into your Amazon business strategy, especially for those looking to succeed in the ever-evolving eCommerce landscape?

As an entrepreneur in the ecommerce space, what key challenges have you faced, and how did you overcome them to scale Channel Key successfully?

In terms of leadership, what qualities do you believe are essential for leading a team in the dynamic world of eCommerce and remote work?

Could you share some insights into the impact of remote work on Channel Key and the strategies you've employed to ensure productivity and team cohesion in a remote work environment?