Blake started his eBay business as a way to fund his Pokémon collection – and from there it grew into one of Canada’s most trusted eBay trading card stores. Based in Vernon, BC, Blake connects with collectors worldwide, having built a dedicated following through patience, consistency, and outstanding customer care. He also gives back to his community by donating trading cards and supplies to local schools.
Jakub and Greg transformed thrift finds and garage sale treasures into a full-time eBay business spanning central and eastern Canada. Based in Winnipeg, MB, their focus on brand building, customer care, and community events has created a hub where collectors connect and share stories.
Adrian turned selling a few extra video games into Skewed Games, a trusted eBay store based in Red Deer, AB, serving customers in Canada, the U.S., and beyond. By focusing on clear listings, careful packaging, and honest descriptions, Adrian has built a loyal international customer base. For Adrian, his business is about preserving gaming culture and connecting with collectors.
Dave’s eBay journey started by chance with auction pallets, and grew into a thriving online business based in Innisfil, ON. Managing hundreds of listings solo, he built credibility through excellent service, transparency, and 100% positive feedback. Dave’s story shows how curiosity, persistence, and smart reinvestment can turn a side hustle into a successful e-commerce business.
With their $225 purchase of an abandoned storage unit in 2012, Vancouver-based husband-and-wife duo Jessica Oman and Johann Furrer found a new ‘side-hustle.’ In a few short years, their side-hustle grew into a full-time operation focused on reselling items found in storage lockers, at estate sales, and via junk removal services.
With over a decade of success finding hidden gems and distributing them worldwide, Jessica and Johann are the winners of our 20th annual Entrepreneur of the Year award.
Toronto-based Angus Grant began his e-commerce journey by selling DVDs he found near his apartment and, in 2017, turned this pasttime into a business by signing up for an eBay account to tap into the global market for pre-loved toys, collectibles, and media. Recognizing the special interest overseas buyers had in vintage toys, Angus focused on sourcing unique items, resulting in sales across five continents and some of his products being featured as props in popular television shows and films.
A stay-at-home father running a retail business with buyers around the world, Angus Grant is our 2024 Micro-Multinational of the Year.
PMCtire began in 2008, when Yannick Plante and Pascal Boutin of Sherbrooke, Quebec, noticed a shortage of online retailers specializing in auto parts -- specifically wheels and tires. After a difficult year in 2022 involving their first loss and layoffs, the team looked to eBay as a new channel to expand their sales. This quickly resulted in a record sales year for the company, enabling them to rehire many of the employees impacted by the previous layoff, and opening up new opportunities for growth.
A car parts and accessories business demonstrating resilience and creativity, PMCtire is our 2024 Emerging E-Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year.
Rod Jamieson started his eBay journey nearly two decades ago while working as a shop teacher and Vice Principal in the city of Lacombe, Alberta. With a lifelong interest and extensive knowledge of vehicles, Rod began buying up old cars and trucks and distributing their working parts online. In 2019, he decided to open a second eBay store – this time specializing in his other passion, hockey trading cards and other collectibles.
Constantly demonstrating adaptability, flexibility, and resolve, supporting his local community through school fundraising auctions, donating items to local sports teams, and leaning into new opportunities as they come up, Rod Jamieson is our 2024 Smalltown Seller of the Year.
