Robbie Shawn.
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San Diego, CA Open to Opportunities & Select Advisory

E-Commerce Leader & Digital Growth Architect

15+ years scaling multi-channel DTC brands and marketplace ecosystems. Proven track record driving revenue from $15M to $45M, orchestrating enterprise ERP/WMS integrations, and building high-ROI ad stacks across Amazon, Google, and Klaviyo.

Career Track Record & Impact

$15M ➔ $45M ISLE Surf & SUP

3X DTC revenue growth in 3 years via Shopify Plus & ad scaling.

+35% Sales Lift

Achieved in 90 days across Amazon, Google, and Bing ads.

$450K+ Monthly Ad Spend

Managed across Amazon DSP, Search, Social, and Performance Max.

15+ Yrs Systems Mastery

NetSuite, Celigo, Feedvisor, Gorgias, Klaviyo, & SP-API.

Professional Experience

In-house leadership and strategic management history.

View Full Official Resume (PDF)

E-Commerce Manager

Home Controls • San Diego, CA
May 2024 – Apr 2026
  • Managed multi-channel e-commerce operations across Amazon, Walmart, and eBay for a national smart home automation distributor.
  • Integrated Feedvisor dynamic repricing to optimize margins against demand signals and competitor pricing thresholds.
  • Oversaw NetSuite financial reconciliation, Amazon settlement reporting, and upgraded Amazon-Celigo-NetSuite integrations.
  • Managed cross-functional teams across content production, marketing, customer experience, and FBA/WFS inventory coordination.

Digital Product Manager & E-Commerce Manager

ISLE Surf & SUP (Acquired by Solo Brands) • Grapevine, TX (Remote)
Apr 2018 – Jan 2023
  • Scaled ISLE Surf & SUP annual revenue 3X from $15M to $45M in 3 years through aggressive paid media, conversion rate optimization, and channel expansion.
  • Directed full migration from WooCommerce to Shopify Plus and engineered a multi-brand headless framework (Shopify Plus + Hydrogen), improving page speed by 70%.
  • Managed $450K+ monthly advertising budgets across Amazon Advertising, Google Ads, and social channels, driving a 48% Year 1 paid revenue increase.
  • Architected modern customer stack with Gorgias, NetSuite, Attentive, Klaviyo, and Simon Data CDP for a 360-degree customer view.

E-Commerce Manager

Bad Boy Brands • San Diego, CA
Dec 2015 – Mar 2018
  • Spearheaded strategic transition from B2B to D2C, launching Magento storefronts for US and European markets.
  • Implemented Brightpearl ERP and built custom API integrations connecting 3PL warehouses across North America and Europe.
  • Launched Amazon-exclusive product lines and managed multi-channel ad campaigns across Amazon, Google, and Bing.

Select Freelance Advisory & Early Track Record

Hoot Commerce & Independent Engagements
2010 – Present

Through my side advisory vehicle Hoot Commerce and independent engagements, I provide targeted marketplace and systems advisory—frequently consulting with former employers (such as ISLE and Bad Boy) and select brands on Amazon SP-API automation, Klaviyo flows, and platform migrations.

• BlissLights (2015) • LifeProof (2012-2013) • Crowd & Co (2014) • Neo Car Audio (2010)

Core Competencies & Tech Stack

Hands-on expertise across marketing platforms, ERPs, web code, and ad networks.

Marketplaces & DTC Platforms

  • Amazon Seller & Vendor Central
  • Shopify Plus & Liquid / Headless
  • Walmart Marketplace & WFS
  • eBay & ChannelAdvisor
  • WooCommerce & Magento

Growth & Marketing Tech

  • Amazon Ads (Sponsored & DSP)
  • Google Ads & Shopping / Bing Ads
  • Klaviyo & Attentive Lifecycle Marketing
  • Feedvisor & Dynamic Pricing Tools
  • Gorgias Helpdesk & Simon Data CDP

Systems, ERP & Development

  • NetSuite ERP & Celigo iPaaS
  • Brightpearl & ShipHero WMS
  • HTML, CSS, PHP & Tailwind CSS
  • Custom PC Rigs & Hardware
  • Avalara, Shopper Approved, & Yotpo
Beyond the Resume

San Diego Roots, Tech & Culinary Arts

Originally from Tampa, FL, I relocated to San Diego in 2010 to build my career. Father of two (Dylan and Lizabelle). Outside of optimizing Amazon ad spend and building high-performance websites, I build custom PC workstations, stand-up paddle board along the coast, and have launched and operated a mobile food truck enterprise.

San Diego, CA • B.S. Business Administration

Personal Interests & Endeavors

Stand-Up Paddle Boarding San Diego Coast
Custom Workstation Building Hardware & Rig Setup
Culinary Enterprise Food Truck Operator

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Open to full-time E-Commerce Director roles, digital product leadership, or specialized freelance consulting.