Finance Operators

Outsource your sales tax nightmares + FIGS + Building your own factory & More.


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00:00 Introduction to Sales Tax Challenges

03:05 Understanding Sales Tax Compliance

05:49 The Impact of Supreme Court Rulings

09:01 Navigating E-commerce and Sales Tax

12:05 The Role of Numeral in Sales Tax Management

14:50 Fundraising and Business Growth Strategies

29:57 The Fast-Paced World of Fundraising

34:32 The Touchland Acquisition: A Case Study

39:34 Understanding TAM: The Importance of Market Size

49:38 Navigating Tax Refunds and Factory Operations

52:54 The Economics of Vertical Integration

55:07 Challenges of Manufacturing Operations

56:56 Strategic Advantages of In-House Production

58:39 Exploring the FIGS Brand and Market Potential

01:01:34 The Dilemma of Premium vs. Mass Market

01:05:12 Navigating the Apparel Industry's Cycles


In this episode, Sam Ross, CEO of Numeral, discusses the complexities of sales tax compliance for e-commerce businesses, particularly following the Supreme Court ruling in Wayfair vs. South Dakota. He explains the challenges of navigating various tax jurisdictions and the importance of understanding nexus rules. The discussion also highlights how Numeral provides a service to automate sales tax management, alleviating the burden on business owners. Additionally, Sam shares insights into his recent fundraising experience and the growth strategies for his business. In this conversation, Sam Ross shares insights on the fast-paced world of fundraising, particularly in the context of his experience with a recent funding round. The discussion transitions to the acquisition of Touchland, exploring its market dynamics and the significance of Total Addressable Market (TAM) in investment decisions. The conversation concludes with a look at the complexities of navigating tax refunds and the considerations of opening a factory, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in the consumer brand space. Drew & Mehtab then delve into the complexities of vertical integration in manufacturing, discussing the economic implications and challenges associated with running factories. They explore the strategic advantages of in-house production, particularly in the context of the FIGS brand, which operates in the medical apparel market. The discussion also touches on the dilemma of maintaining a premium brand image while considering mass market opportunities, and the cyclical nature of the apparel industry.


FondueCheck it out at ⁠https://www.getfondue.com⁠/Mention this podcast when you talk to the team, and get VIP treatment NumeralSales tax on autopilot.Spend less than five minutes per month on sales tax compliance.https://www.numeralhq.com/Irishttps://www.irisfinance.co/Fulfilhttps://www.fulfil.io/Follow the show on X: @F_OperatorsCheck out our other shows: 9Operators: 9 Figure Brand Operators. / @operators9 MOperators: Marketing Operators. / @marketingoperators

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