Inside G2A's Transformation From Gaming Shop to Digital Empire

Plus: Key Takeaways from eTail Palm Springs

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Brent Peterson
March 05, 2025

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How G2A is Revolutionizing Digital Entertainment

G2A's remarkable journey from gaming platform to digital entertainment powerhouse showcases the future of online marketplaces. CMO Mona Kinal reveals how they're serving 30M+ customers across 180 countries through AI-powered solutions, innovative security measures, and their unique "Gate to Adventure" brand strategy. From Gen Z's gaming preferences to marketplace trends for 2025, discover how G2A is democratizing digital entertainment while building trust through their explorer and caregiver brand archetypes. Learn why gaming platforms are becoming the new social networks and how brands are adapting to this digital evolution.

By Brent Peterson
During eTail West, I explored the challenges faced by retailers using traditional POS and CRM systems that function in isolation. POS systems excel at transactions but overlook crucial customer context, while CRMs, designed for longer sales cycles, aren't ideal for retail's rapid pace. This disconnect leads to missed personalization opportunities and fragmented customer relationships. Platforms like Endear address this gap by integrating these systems, enabling continuous data flow and enhancing clienteling efforts. By adopting such solutions, retailers can transform casual transactions into enduring customer relationships, ultimately driving loyalty and sales growth. Read more

A Few eTail Palm Springs Snippets

More than anything, last week was a powerful reminder that the real advancement happens when retail executives, partner-side leaders, media champions, tech savants, and leading analysts come together to share, problem solve, and drive the industry forward. - Sarah Engel

Build brand trust through authenticity, consistency, and aligned values. Take your time. Trust takes time. - Mile Marker

AI and Human Creativity: There needs to be a balance between leveraging AI as a tool and maintaining human creativity in branding and marketing. AI can enhance data-driven decisions, but the core strategy should still stem from human expertise. - Noel Hamill

Stop treating social like a billboard. Use it to build relationships and then be there when your audience is ready to buy. - Brittany Ritchie

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