Tim Masek, founder of 1-800-D2C. We explore how a passion for eComm and a spreadsheet turned into 1-800-D2C, the process of curating the most exciting D2C brands and tech, the power of differentiation through branding, why D2C is NOT dead, rethinking traditional events that focus human connection, why Shopify will continue to dominate and what’s next for 1-800-D2C.  

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Nicole Compen, founder at raye the store. We explore how working brand side led to the creation of raye the store, the nuts and bolts when it comes to running pop-ups, the secret sauce of truly exceptional experiential retail, how to find and manage and nurture amazing brand partnerships, the challenges of property management and what’s next for raye the store; permanent locations and or going international 🌏 

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I sit down with Jed Coleman, co-founder & CEO of Rise & Fall. We explore the origins of Caravan Coffee, the power of timing, creating the antithesis of fast fashion, the advantages of disruptive supply chain models, navigating the current macro climate with great products and value, how to find the ideal co-founder and his ultimate surf and restaurant spots  

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I sit down with Lauren Murrell, CEO/Co-Founder of By Sarah London. We explore how a personal trauma led to starting the brand, the pros and cons of starting a business with your sister, community building, why you need to be nimble and adaptable when it comes to social media, the power of morning TV, why becoming a B Corp has been a great business decision and why finding mantras to live by can get you through adversity.  

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I sit down with Mike Stevens, founder, consultant and author of The Direct To Consumer Playbook. We explore working in startups before startups were a thing, shaking up the confectionary industry with Peppersmith, why timing is so important for selling a company, DTC’s state of play and relevance in 2022, why he decided to write The Direct To Consumer Playbook, the power of omnichannel strategies and disrupting the homeware category with his new venture, Hutside.  

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I sit down with Gary Penn, Global eCommerce Consultant at Chameleon Collective. We explore how the eCommerce landscape has changed in the last twenty years, what the modern DTC playbook looks like, how the Chameleon Collective are disrupting the traditional consultancy model, the challenges of platform selection, why brands need to think about multichannel strategies and how crypto can be used for a good cause.  

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I sit down with John-Ruben Holtback, founder of UNNA. We explore how a personal health journey led to the creation of UNNA, tackling customer relationships at scale, why taking time out is important, the pros and cons of having already started a fashion company, finding inspiration in unlikely places and starting communities by building co-creation programmes with customers. 

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I sit down with Lottie Unwin, Founder of The Copy Club. We explore key learnings from the early stages of her career, why marketing mates are helpful, creating an octopus business model, what it takes to build a community (I mean, really build a community!), how brands can rethink their approach to community, fostering customer conversations and the do’s and don’ts of personal branding.   

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Topics we explore:  

~ Why 90s culture is still relevant in 2022 

~ Celebrity endorsements 

~ The changing face of DTC playbooks 

~ Attracting the wrong customer 

~ Running a serious business but not taking yourself too seriously 

~ And why everyone needs to see the movie ‘Prayer of the Rollerboys”

Topics we explore:  

~ Growing up in Jersey Shore 

~ The pros and cons of running a family business 

~ The advantages of founder-led content 

~ Balancing online, wholesale and retail sales channels 

~ How DTC playbooks change over time  

~ Navigating the current macro climate 

~ And why Rusty is the GOAT surf brand