Summary Jim Valenzuela, CEO of V’s Barber Shop, founded the business in 1999 to recreate memorable father-son barber shop experiences, inspired by his son Diego, and observed a market gap for upscale barber shops. Jim Valenzuela highlighted the company’s shift from traditional print marketing to a digital strategy, including SEO, geo-fencing, and visual platforms like […]

Summary Alysse Asaro and Madhu Punjabi discussed the myth of “having it all,” which Madhu Punjabi believes requires substantial financial resources and is achieved sequentially over time, with both acknowledging the necessity of paid help to manage work, house, and family responsibilities. Madhu Punjabi shared their career journey through Google, Amazon, Telepart, and Pinterest before […]

Summary In this episode of Rosman Radio, Rob Nichols interviews Thatcher Wine, founder and CEO of Juniper Books. Thatcher shares the journey of starting his business from a hobby to a successful venture, emphasizing the importance of passion in entrepreneurship. He discusses the evolution of Juniper Books, the impact of digital marketing and social media, […]

Summary Alysse Asaro welcomed Erika Mandel, co-owner of Created Blinds, to Rossman Radio to discuss the company’s family-owned and operated nature and Ms. Mandel’s journey into the blinds industry. Ms. Mandel explained that after working in corporate America, she joined her father’s business, Creative Blinds, in 1976 and discovered a passion for its multi-dimensional aspects […]

Summary In this episode, Rob Nichols interviews Nesha Sangabi, founder and CEO of Chickadee, a women’s apparel brand catering to female sports fans. Nesha shares her journey from college to entrepreneurship, discussing the challenges of securing licensing deals with universities and the transition from wholesale to direct-to-consumer sales. She emphasizes the importance of understanding market […]

Summary In this episode of Rossman Radio, host Rob Nichols speaks with Julie Denton Price and Mike Coffey from Blue Cotton, a Kentucky-based screen printing and embroidery company. They discuss the company’s evolution, the importance of brand awareness, and the challenges and opportunities in the e-commerce space. The conversation highlights their marketing strategies, the significance […]

Summary In this conversation, Rob Nichols interviews Jacob Walters, the founder of JawBats, a custom bat brand that has gained popularity through social media. Jacob shares the story of how he started making bats at a young age, the evolution of his marketing strategies, and the challenges of growing a small business. He discusses the […]

Summary Gary Flynn discussed M. Dumas and Sons’ 108-year brand evolution, highlighting its shift from “need” to “want” to provide a unique customer experience while preserving its legacy. Gary Flynn and Alysse Asaro emphasized the importance of storytelling and targeted marketing to connect with diverse customer profiles and project a lifestyle. Gary Flynn identified Instagram […]

Summary In this conversation, Rob Nichols interviews Sarah Morabito, who leads e-commerce and digital investment at Dansko. They discuss the evolution of Dansko as a heritage brand transitioning into the digital space, successful product launch strategies, insights into affiliate marketing, and the integration of organic and paid social strategies. Sarah shares her experiences and the […]

Summary In this episode of Rossman Radio, Rob Nichols speaks with Maria Luisa Mendiola, founder of Miga Swimwear, a brand dedicated to creating inclusive swimwear for women with disabilities. Maria shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind Miga, detailing the challenges she faced in launching the brand, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation […]