In this episode, Darren Reinke chats with Chase Fisher, founder and CEO of Blenders Eyewear. Chase talks about starting his sunglasses company with only a $2,000 loan from his roommate, the importance of being a hustler, competing with the titans of the sunglasses industry, overcoming adversity, how he almost quit, and how surfing has influenced his leadership style.

Show Notes

• The Genesis of Blenders Eyewear [1:00]
• Taking on the Giants in the Sunglass Industry [1:47]
• How to Develop the Skills to Be a Successful CEO [2:35]
• What It Means to Be a Hustler [3:42]
• How to Instill the Hustler Mindset within the Team [4:50]
• How He Persevered During Tough Times [6:13]
• How He Translated His Natural Style into the Organization and Culture [7:43]
• How Bootstrapping Blenders Eyewear Impacted the Company’s Mindset [9:40]
• How to Let Go and Delegate [11:05]
• How Blenders Stays Innovative [12:40]
• How to Foster a Mindset of Getting Better [14:50]
• Chase’s Mentors and Advisors [15:48]
• The Influence of Chase’s Dad [17:30]
• How Surfing Has Influenced Chase and Blenders [18:45]
• What Does the Future Hold for Blenders [21:40]
• Advice to Other Leaders and Entrepreneurs [22:45]

Show LinksBlenders Eyewear Website

• Blenders Eyewear Website
• Blenders on Instagram