Million Dollar Entrepreneur Strategies Revealed - CJ Rapp And Harry Sardinas
CJ Rapp, visionary founder of Karma Water, takes us on a high-energy dive into the world of disruptive beverages—sharing the raw truth of his entrepreneurial journey and the bold moves that fueled his first million. From securing capital and building a powerhouse board to mastering product differentiation, CJ reveals the game-changing strategies that set him apart in the cutthroat beverage industry. Inspired by the buzz of Jolt Cola and driven to innovate with Karma Water, he unpacks the secrets behind ingredient stability, health-conscious choices, and the power of social media for small businesses. With sharp insights on tackling environmental challenges and leveraging strategic partnerships to break into new markets, CJ delivers a masterclass in innovation, resilience, and building brands that don’t just compete—they dominate.
About The Guest
CJ Rapp is a second-generation beverage marketer. CJ founded the energy drink category nearly 40 years ago, when he created and launched Jolt Cola. Jolt was sold in more than 20 countries in its peak; Jolt appeared in major motion pictures like Jurassic park...and CJ or Jolt have been featured in hundreds of newspapers and periodicals. Later, in 2012, CJ founded Karma Water, with the intent that a wellness beverage must deliver on the promise of wellness. CJ is considered a foremost authority on value-added beverage marketing.Timestamp
00:00 Introduction with CJ Rapp
00:08 CJ's Career in Beverage Marketing
00:22 Creation of Jolt Cola
00:41 Founding of Karma Water
00:53 Five Steps to Entrepreneurial Success
03:31 Innovation in Beverage Industry
10:54 Karma Water and Wellness
15:16 Environmental Concerns
29:09 Entering the Beverage Market Challenges
33:49 Partner Persuasion Challenges
35:43 Starting Small Entrepreneurially
37:40 Marketing Strategies
42:38 Health Trends
44:36 Product DistributionAbout The Host
Harry Sardinas is a Business Growth Strategist, Empowerment, Public Speaking and Leadership coach living in London, Influencer with 288,000+ followers, Events Organizer-connecting investors and entrepreneurs with opportunities. Harry helps companies to turn their products into global brands from the stage and He mentors businesses to get pitch ready and investor ready.
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