MFD Pod

MFD Pod

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MFD Pod episodes

  • Stitching Together the Online and Offline Fashion Worlds with Erin Ersenkal

    It's our 1 year podcast anniversary! Are you in LA? Come out to our 1 year anniversary happy hour – https://lu.ma/recogs

    Our guest today is Erin Ersenkal. Currently, Erin advises Recurate, an ROS platform that powers circularity in the fashion supply chain by providing brands and retailers with the tools to scale their resale programs. By enabling brands to create their own branded resale channels, Erin also serves as a Strategic Advisor to Syrup Tech, a fashion forecasting platform that empowers brands and retailers to optimize their inventory, leading to increased profitability and sustainability. In addition, Erin has played a key role at AYR (All Year Round), an apparel brand focused on timeless fashion that prioritizes quality over quantity and longevity over trends. AYR's commitment to seasonless essentials aligns with the growing consumer demand for sustainable, long-lasting clothing.
    We’re going to focus on his time earlier in his career at J. Crew where he was Sr. Director of Planning and Bonobos, where he became the Chief Revenue Officer before they sold to Walmart, and when he was the COO at Todd Snyder
    This podcast is brought to by ⁠⁠Manufactured (MFD)⁠⁠. Manufactured is the end to end inventory solution for brands. We can help with inventory financing, and sourcing and manufacturing consumer products. If you’re interested in learning more, check out ⁠https://manufactured.com/⁠
    (0:00:00) - Inventory Strategies in Apparel Industry
    (0:16:16) - Bonobos Guide Shop Innovation
    (0:23:20) - Optimizing Physical Retail With Multichannel Approach
    (0:39:49) - Maximizing Retail Channel Strategies

    57 min
  • Revolutionizing Fashion Retail: How Tarek founded About You and the Future of Personalized eCommerce

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    Unlock the secrets to revolutionizing online fashion retail as Tarek, the visionary behind About You, reveals how this platform is shaking up the industry. From starting his first e-commerce venture at just 16 to spearheading Europe's burgeoning fashion destination, Tarek's story is nothing short of inspiring. Tune in and get an exclusive look at how About You is seamlessly blending the personalized touch of offline shopping with the convenience of digital, capturing the hearts of fashion lovers everywhere. We discuss the art of curating a unique fashion journey, diving into the world of algorithms and personalized "Mix of the Week" selections that keep shoppers coming back for more.
    This podcast is brought to by ⁠⁠Manufactured (MFD)⁠⁠. Manufactured is the end to end inventory solution for brands. We can help with inventory financing, and sourcing and manufacturing consumer products. If you’re interested in learning more, check out ⁠https://manufactured.com/⁠

    35 min
  • From Healthy Beverage Idea to Market Success with Noah Wunsch of Ruby Hibiscus

    Our guest today is Noah Wunsch, founder & CEO of Ruby Hibiscus Water. Ruby Hibiscus produces juicy organic soda that's big on flavor and benefits. They are sparkling, but they weren’t always that way. And Noah didn’t come from a CPG background initially when starting the brand. This was a fun and informative conversation about how to build a beverage brand lean, getting into Whole Foods, approach to retail expansion, working with manufacturers.


    This podcast is brought to by ⁠⁠Manufactured (MFD)⁠⁠. Manufactured is the end to end inventory solution for brands. We can help with inventory financing, and sourcing and manufacturing consumer products. If you’re interested in learning more, check out ⁠https://manufactured.com/⁠

    40 min
  • From Clicks to Bricks: Successful Scaling from DTC to Wholesale Distribution to Retail for Rising Natural Food Brands

    This is a replay of an insight webinar about transitioning from direct-to-consumer (DTC) to brick-and-mortar retail in the natural food industry. Experts will address challenges like slotting fees and strategies for pricing and margins. The session will cover the impact of consumer health trends and food regulations on the cost of goods sold (COGS), and how to manage financial demands through inventory success platforms. Learn to meet safety regulations, retail requirements, and consumer expectations to thrive in retail. Ideal for DTC natural food brand founders, executives, and marketers seeking to scale into retail and maintain profitability amidst changing regulations and consumer trends.

    57 min
  • How To Scale Up and Stand Out In Beauty & Personal Care

    Join us for this essential beauty webinar for entrepreneurs aiming for growth. Learn to master financing, scaling, and sustainable retail strategies. Discover how innovation, sustainability, and brand identity can elevate your business. Gain insights from industry experts on transforming your startup into a retail success, with advice on funding, scalability, and making a lasting impact in the retail world.

    Panelists:
    Odile Roujol, Founder & Managing Partner of Feb Co-Creation Studio
    Cristina Nuñez, Co-Founder & Managing Partner of True Beauty Ventures
    Vanessa Ting, Founder of CPG Growth Partners

    59 min
  • Webinar: Funding Your Brand's Ascent: Equity and Debt Strategies for Sustainable Growth

    When does it make sense to raise a round of equity?

    When does it make sense to use debt to finance growth
    Unlock the secrets to growing your consumer brand with a funding strategy that stands the test of time.
    This episode brings together Anthony Rosen of Propeller Industries and Sumeet Shah of VHS Ventures, two maestros with a track record of ushering over a thousand brands to financial success. We dissect the critical choice between debt and equity, exploring how the ever-changing economic winds influence this pivotal decision. Our guests don’t hold back, providing actionable advice for brand operators looking to navigate the tumultuous waters of capital acquisition with agility and foresight.
    This podcast is brought to by ⁠⁠Manufactured (MFD)⁠⁠. Manufactured is the end to end inventory solution for brands. We can help with inventory financing, and sourcing and manufacturing consumer products. If you’re interested in learning more, check out ⁠https://manufactured.com/⁠

    58 min
  • Beverage Breakthroughs: Aura Bora's Path to 8,500 Stores and Beyond

    As part of Pipe17's Omnichannel Commerce Summit, Mike chats with Aura Bora's co-founder & CEO Paul Voge.

    We discuss:
    1. The evolution of Aura Bora's distribution tactics, moving from self-distribution to working with a variety of direct store delivery systems and large distributors.
    2. He shared the origin story of Aura Bora, highlighting their desire to create a more enjoyable sparkling water experience with unique flavors and marketing.
    3. Voge touched upon the importance of Aura Bora's digital presence and e-commerce strategy, despite the beverage industry being traditionally retail-heavy.
    4. He revealed how the COVID-19 pandemic forced a pivot to direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales, leading to organic fulfillment for customers and the use of paid advertising for customer acquisition.
    5. Aura Bora introduced exclusive online flavors to maintain customer interest and promote brand loyalty, using these limited-time offers (LTOs) to test market adoption.
    6. He emphasized the strategic importance of understanding category managers' preferences and the nuances of the category for pitching products to stores.
    7. Voge and the host also delved into the role of Instacart in reshaping how brands reach their audience, blurring the lines between e-commerce and traditional retail.
    (0:00:00) - Exploring Retail and D2C Strategies
    (0:09:12) - DTC Strategies and Retailer Receptiveness
    (0:16:34) - Changing Trends in the Grocery Industry
    (0:25:09) - Launching and Testing Beverage Industry Skews
    (0:29:55) - Analyzing Market Adoption and Retail Channels
    (0:33:37) - Shopper Marketing Trends and Instacart's Impact

    47 min
  • Scaling a Supplement Brand For The Outdoors with Zachary Curhan, CEO of TRUWILD

    Navigating the rugged terrain of entrepreneurship, we get the lowdown on True Wild's expansion from a side project to a buzzing industry contender. Zachary recounts the tactical shifts from online sales to breaking into physical retail, providing a candid look at the resilience needed to turn rejections into rewarding shelf space victories. With tales of persistence and strategic relationship building, this episode is a masterclass for anyone looking to place their products into the hands of eager consumers across storefronts.

    This podcast is brought to by ⁠⁠Manufactured (MFD)⁠⁠. Manufactured is the end to end inventory solution for brands. We can help with inventory financing, and sourcing and manufacturing consumer products. If you’re interested in learning more, check out ⁠https://manufactured.com/⁠

    38 min
  • Navigating the Financial Terrain of Retail with Bryan Wolff

    Unlock the secrets of financial mastery in the fast-paced world of consumer brands with Bryan Wolff, the finance maestro behind Bonobos and Thrive Market. This episode promises to equip you with Brian's hard-earned wisdom on navigating cash flow, strategic financing, and the cunning allocation of capital. Our conversation with Brian isn't just about numbers; it's a deep dive into the pulse of high-growth companies, tailored to enlighten anyone fascinated by the economic forces driving your favorite retail successes.

    This podcast is brought to by ⁠⁠Manufactured (MFD)⁠⁠. Manufactured is the end to end inventory solution for brands. We can help with inventory financing, and sourcing and manufacturing consumer products. If you’re interested in learning more, check out ⁠https://manufactured.com/⁠


    51 min
  • Crafting a Future for Meat That's Both Tasty and Responsible with Chris Carter and Ryan McIntyre

    We carve into the specifics of Porter Road's operations, you'll uncover the intricacies behind their dry aging process and the artistry of seam butchering – techniques that honor every inch of the animal. Chris and Ryan lay bare the challenges of inventory management in a business that holds ethics at its core, narrating how they've adapted with innovations like the volcano shank. Peek behind the curtain of their Nashville Butcher Shop, and the Princeton facility that's the beating heart of their production and fulfillment, ensuring that every cut of meat delivers on their promise of quality.


    This podcast is brought to by ⁠⁠Manufactured (MFD)⁠⁠. Manufactured is the end to end inventory solution for brands. We can help with inventory financing, and sourcing and manufacturing consumer products. If you’re interested in learning more, check out https://manufactured.com/

    28 min

About MFD Pod

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Welcome to the MFD Pod, the podcast about inventory management, supply chain and and the fundamentals of operations for consumer brand owners. I’ll be your host, Mike Gelb, where we will learn about…