New Digital Behaviors Will Remain After Covid, Says E-Commerce Investor

The video discusses the rapid success of a telehealth company, highlighting its consumer-focused approach and decision to go public via SPAC for speed and flexibility. It examines the pandemic's impact on retail, emphasizing new digital behaviors and the rise of Omni channel retail. The importance of supporting local businesses is also noted. Finally, the video addresses the need for increased diversity in business leadership, advocating for mandates to ensure gender and minority representation on boards.

What was a key factor in the early success of the telehealth company?

• A large initial investment

• Exclusive contracts with insurance companies

• Partnership with a major hospital

• A strong focus on consumer needs

Why did the telehealth company choose to go public via SPAC?

• To merge with another company

• To avoid regulatory scrutiny

• To gain international exposure

• For faster and more flexible access to capital

How has the pandemic influenced consumer shopping behavior?

• A shift towards luxury goods

• A decline in digital shopping

• Greater comfort with online shopping across various categories

• Increased preference for in-store shopping

What is one of the new retail trends that emerged during the pandemic?

• Exclusive in-store events

• Omnichannel retail becoming a reality

• Focus on international markets

• Decrease in local shopping

What role do mandates play in increasing diversity on corporate boards?

• They focus only on gender diversity

• They set a minimum threshold for diversity

• They are optional guidelines

• They replace existing board members

What percentage of NASDAQ companies currently meet the new diversity criteria?

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

• 100%

What is a potential benefit of having diverse boards?

• Reduced operational costs

• Higher stock prices

• More dynamic conversations and deeper audience connections

• Increased regulatory compliance