From $0 to $600M: The ButcherBox Story | Mike Salguero on Building an Empire
In this episode, we sit down with Mike Salguero, the founder and CEO of ButcherBox, to unpack how he built one of the fastest-growing direct-to-consumer meat subscription businesses in the U.S. From humble beginnings to over $600 million in annual revenue, Mike shares the gritty truths, key decisions, and mindset shifts that fueled ButcherBox’s explosive growth.
We dive into:
The early days and why he bootstrapped the company
Key challenges in scaling a DTC food brand
Leadership lessons from going from founder to CEO
How ButcherBox stayed mission-driven and customer-focused
What’s next for the future of food delivery
This is a must-watch for entrepreneurs, operators, and anyone curious about what it really takes to build a 9-figure business without outside investors.
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