Kia ora!

I'm Durand

Digital Strategist | eCommerce Expert | Outdoor Industry Specialist | LinkedIn

About me

With over a decade of hands-on experience, I've helped outdoor industry eCommerce brands grow, scale, and deeply connect with their audiences. Whether it’s optimizing UX, boosting SEO, crafting viral content, or streamlining digital operations, I blend data-driven strategy with compelling storytelling to deliver real results.

When I’m not building impactful campaigns or refining digital experiences, you’ll find me in the mountains, chasing trails, capturing content, and staying inspired by the wild. My best work happens where digital strategy meets adventure.

Skillset

I turn insight into impact. With deep experience across eCommerce strategy, UX, SEO, and campaign execution, I help brands grow their reach, boost conversions, and build lasting customer relationships.

  • eCommerce Strategy & Growth
  • User Experience (UX) Optimization
  • Conversion Rate Optimization (CRO)
  • Email Marketing Campaigns
  • Digital Operations Management
  • Cross-Functional Team Leadership
  • Data-Driven Problem Solving
  • Photography & Video Production
  • Brand Content Creation
  • Social Media Strategy & Management
  • Viral Social Media Campaigns
  • Website Replatforming & Integration

Whether it’s improving online user experiences, launching viral campaigns, producing high-quality visual content, I bring technical expertise and creative vision to every project.

Experience

Deep platform expertise, built from the ground up. I’ve worked directly with the tools that drive eCommerce success, from storefronts and CRMs to analytics and automation platforms. I'm quick to adopt new SaaS tools and always focused on leveraging them to streamline operations, drive growth, and create seamless digital experiences.

  • Google Workspace
  • Mailchimp
  • Shopify
  • Google Analytics / GA4
  • Meta Business & Ads Manager
  • Performance Marketing Tools
  • Asana
  • Adobe Creative Suite

With over a decade in eCommerce, I bring a well-rounded command of digital strategy, content production, campaign execution, and customer experience optimization. I believe every challenge deserves the right tool, and I know how to use the best ones to get results.

Examples

Visual storytelling is where I stand out, especially among eCommerce professionals. I bring the technical skills to drive sustainable growth and the creative instinct to craft content that connects, converts, and elevates brand presence.

A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words

Whether I'm behind the camera, collaborating with influencers, or guiding creative agencies, I know how to create visually compelling assets that cut through the noise and capture attention, while staying aligned with performance goals.

Experience

Proof over promises: I’ve had the privilege of helping a range of eCommerce brands grow, evolve, and stand out through both strategic insight and creative execution. For a full view of the companies I’ve worked with and the results I’ve delivered, head over to my LinkedIn.

Get in touch

Let's connect! Whether you're looking to reach a wider audience, improve conversion rates, or build a brand that truly stands out, I’d love to hear from you.