From humble beginnings, Green Gecko Gaming “turns cardboard into money”
When Julian Zebisch moved from Germany to England, all he had with him was a degree in medieval German literature and passion for trading cards. That passion would lead him to launch Green Gecko Gaming, now one of eBay’s top sellers for trading card singles, boasting consistent 30% annual growth and a six-figure turnover.
But Zebisch’s journey began modestly, starting small, buying trading cards with the money he had and reselling them on eBay. Every pound earned went back into growing the business. Then, over time and through hard work and dedication, Green Gecko Gaming grew from a humble side project into a thriving enterprise.
What made the difference was eBay’s powerful tools and vast global reach. With access to millions of potential customers worldwide, Zebisch is able to sell thousands of cards to hobbyists and collectors, many of whom are looking for that one elusive item to complete their collection.
It’s his focus on quality service and consistency – rather than competing on price – which quickly earned him a loyal customer base and stands as an important lesson for sellers: quality and reliability will win in the long run.
By identifying a niche, continually reinvesting in the business, and making the most of eBay’s platform, he’s turned his passion into profit. “If you don’t try, it’ll never work” says Zebisch. “It’s easy to doubt yourself, but if other people believe in you, then maybe you should believe in yourself as well.”
For any eBay seller – whether just starting out or seeking to scale – Green Gecko Gaming is proof of what’s possible. The tools, audience, and opportunity are there, all that’s needed after that is a belief in the products and a commitment to excellence. With these, any seller can achieve success
