Simon Slade, CEO of SaleHoo Group Limited

Simon Slade

CEO of SaleHoo Group Limited

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Simon Slade is CEO and co-founder of SaleHoo, which he started in Christchurch, New Zealand, after years selling on Trade Me and fielding constant questions about where he sourced his stock. SaleHoo gives eCommerce entrepreneurs access to 8,000+ dropship and wholesale suppliers, 2.5 million branded products, an industry-leading market-research tool and 24-hour support. He regularly contributes commentary to Forbes, Fortune and NZ Business.

Latest from Simon Slade

Best Australian Auction Sites (2026): Fees, Categories & Which to Use

Key takeaways The right auction site depends entirely on what you're after. Grays for range, Pickles and Manheim for cars, ALLBIDS for government and police surplus, Ritchie...

By Simon Slade • July 03, 2026

10 min. read

19 Best Selling Apps to Sell Stuff Online in 2026

Key takeaways Category fit beats platform size. The best app is the one where your item's buyers already hang out, which is why a niche marketplace often nets more than a...

By Simon Slade • July 03, 2026

18 min. read

What Do Women Buy Online in 2026? The Seller's Guide to Top Categories, Trends, and Hidden Niches

The Short Answer: What Women Buy Online Most Globally, the three categories women buy online most are clothing and shoes, beauty and personal care, and entertainment, books, and...

By Simon Slade • June 21, 2026

11 min. read

How to Sell Sunglasses Online in 2026: Models, Suppliers, Costs, and a Real Launch Plan

Key takeaways The global sunglasses market was worth about $43 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach roughly $111 billion by 2033, growing around 10% a year (Grand View...

By Simon Slade • June 06, 2026

14 min. read

10 Best US Dropshipping Suppliers in 2026 (Verified by SaleHoo: Compared and Ranked)

Key takeaways: The best US dropshipping suppliers ship fast within the US, offer blind shipping or your own branding, and have a real track record you can check. Our top verified...

By Simon Slade • June 05, 2026

15 min. read

eCommerce Statistics 2026: Market Size, Buyer Trends, and Seller Benchmarks

All figures verified against the source listed alongside each stat. Where credible sources disagree, we show both numbers and explain why. See the methodology section for our source...

By Simon Slade • May 22, 2026

20 min. read

Earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand

Hi Guys. Just a very quick blog post to let you know that there was a massive earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand (where SaleHoo's head office is) and the city centre is in a...

By Simon Slade • September 05, 2010

1 min. read