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Janis Boss

Janis Boss

E-commerce & Amazon strategy expert, co-founder, and operations leader

Riga, Latvia
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Joined July 2025
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Janis Boss is a seasoned e-commerce and Amazon strategy expert, currently serving as Head of Operations for Amazon at PrimePrometics. In this role, he drives tailored Amazon growth strategies for Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) brands, leveraging his deep understanding of online marketplaces. theorg+1
As Co-Founder and CEO of Fast Brands, an e-commerce company based in Riga, Latvia, Janis focuses on empowering local brands to achieve global scale. His leadership is central to the company's mission of providing effective Amazon growth strategies and operations to businesses in the Baltics and Europe. tracxn+2
Janis possesses strong expertise in marketing and product management, demonstrated by his previous role as Marketing Manager at Mapon. During his tenure, he developed comprehensive marketing strategies and product portfolios, effectively applying frameworks like "Jobs-to-be-done" to refine product value and market positioning. theorg+1
His experience extends to the gaming industry, where as Games' Platform Manager at Draugiem.lv, he significantly boosted player retention and revenue. He achieved this by implementing innovative features for game updates and optimizing launch strategies, including a successful site-wide notification system that doubled user acquisition for new games. theorg+2
Janis is an alumnus of Rigas Ekonomikas Augstskola / Stockholm School of Economics in Riga, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management and Operations, providing him with a solid foundation in business principles and strategic thinking. theorg+1
Beyond his corporate roles, Janis has engaged in entrepreneurial ventures, notably his involvement with "Driways," an app designed for ride-sharing among co-workers, which he presented at the START TEL AVIV 2017 competition. facebook

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The framework for every visionary, product or marketing manager out there — “Jobs-to-be-done”

January 1, 2017

An article discussing the "Jobs-to-be-done" framework, highlighting its application in product and marketing strategy, and offering insights on understanding customer needs beyond demographics.

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Here’s a way how a game publishing platform can triple the effect of a new update in any game!

January 1, 2015

An article detailing strategies and results from implementing new features on the Draugiem.lv games' platform to enhance player retention, engagement, and revenue through optimized game updates.

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When and how should games be launched on a game publishing platform?

January 1, 2015

An article analyzing factors influencing game launch success on the Draugiem.lv social network's game platform, including optimal launch days and the impact of site-wide notifications on user acquisition.

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