Axelwin is built on hands-on experience launching and scaling ecommerce businesses across Europe, from D2C market entry to marketplace and enterprise growth programs.
Before founding Axelwin, Nazim spent over a decade building and scaling eCommerce businesses across Europe; spanning D2C brands, marketplaces, and enterprise partnerships.
Founder track record includes:
DeFacto: Germany & Austria D2C launch; Shopify Plus setup, localization, and go-to-market execution
Marketplace platform setup and scaling; seller growth, operations, and performance levers
This experience is the foundation of Axelwin’s founder-led, hands-on approach to international eCommerce growth.
Previous Experience
Before Axelwin, Nazim was directly responsible for launching, scaling, and operating eCommerce businesses in complex European markets. The work involved real ownership: market entry decisions, platform choices, growth trade-offs, and long-term operational outcomes.
Case 1, D2C Market Entry: Germany & Austria
DeFacto: An international fashion brand entering two of Europe’s most competitive eCommerce markets with no local store presence.
What was led
• Germany & Austria go-to-market strategy
• Shopify Plus platform launch and localization
• Payments, logistics, tax, and compliance setup
• Digital Marketing performance growth roadmap and execution
• Cross-functional team and agency coordination
Outcome
• Top-performing international markets
• Revenue Growth to Million Euro level
• Scalable EU expansion foundation with Shopify
Case 2, Marketplace Setup & Scaling
Scaling a complex, multi-category marketplace ecosystem Hepsiburada.
What was led
• Marketplace operational frameworks
• Seller acquisition and growth
• Performance optimization levers
• Cross-team coordination
Outcome
• 100% GMV Growth
• Improved seller performance and scalability
Case 3, Enterprise Growth on Marketplace Platform
Working with global FMCG brands( P&G, Unilever) inside a high-growth marketplace environment.
What was led
• Joint business growth planning
• Commercial strategy & GMV initiatives
• Senior stakeholder alignment
• Campaign design and performance
Outcome
• Sustained GMV growth
• Long-term partnership frameworks
How This Experience Translates to Axelwin
Axelwin does not sell theory or templates. Every engagement is informed by previous execution on competitive landscape, Axelwin operates as a hands-on growth partner.
This experience directly powers Axelwin’s work in:
We follow a clear, step-by-step approach; from setting up your online store to scaling into new markets. Our process keeps things simple, transparent and tailored to your brand, so you always know what’s happening and what results to expect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We’ve got answers. From understanding our process to knowing how we handle timelines, budgets, and growth strategies, our FAQs cover the essentials so you can move forward with confidence.
