DTC POD is a podcast about all things direct to consumer. We cover everything for starting, growing, and optimizing eCommerce stores and DTC (or D2C) brands. We talk with founders, marketers, platforms, creators and marketing & growth agencies to cover topics like brand building, social media, influencer marketing, website conversion, paid media, Facebook ads, consumer trends, email marketing, and more. If you're interested in the stories behind your favorite consumer brands, this podcast is ...
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Step into India's extraordinary market, teeming with endless opportunities! 🚀 But tread carefully, as establishing a consumer brand here is a herculean task 💪. With over a billion consumers and a rapidly growing economy 🌟, navigating this landscape is incredibly tough. Join founder Mouhiit Mohan of Blaash.io as he unveils success secrets in FMCG 😎. Gain invaluable insights from visionary disruptors like Dr. Vaidya, WrapnWeft, TshirtMatter, and Ecentric ✨. Brace yourself for the power-packed ...
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Welcome to the A to Z Academy - the place for Amazon and eCommerce sellers to talk tech, tools & tips so you can build rocket ship revenues, scale at supernova speeds and profit where no one has profited before.
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Welcome Business Owners, Marketers and Change-Makers, to the podcast that tackles the question - how do we start and scale a profitable business leveraging the digital platforms available to us right now? Hosted by Director of Strategy at Wilak Media, Gabe Matt, with over 3 years experience in digital marketing and entrepreneurship as we talk to the 1% creative thinkers, entrepreneurs and innovators on answering this question.
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Welcome to Customer Growth Sessions, presented by Intergrowth. Join host Pat Ahern, Managing Partner at Intergrowth, as we discuss techniques to build and scale systems that boost profitability for up-and-coming ecommerce businesses.
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Welcome to the Heaven's Entrepreneurs Podcast hosted by Kurshin Joseph. On the Heavens Entrepreneurs Podcast you will hear from Kingdom Entrepreneurs, Prophetic Voices and Music Artists making an impact in the world and taking ground for the Kingdom! Kurshin Joseph is the Founder of The Heaven's Entrepreneurs Movement, Ecommerce Empire Builder, Founder of Heavens Digital Academy & The Kingdom Discovery Network.
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A Cobra Pilot In Iraq With Joe Crane and David Nastor
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In this week's episode, we switch things up. Instead of Joe conducting the interview, he finds himself on the other side of the microphone. His friend, David Nastor, takes the interviewer's role, guiding Joe through a personal and thought-provoking exploration of his military experiences.Join us as Joe shares his unique perspective on life as a Cob…
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#342 - Google Ads for Growth: How to Build, Test, and Scale Campaigns
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Shri Kanase is the founder of Yoru Marketing, a boutique agency that specializes in Google Ads for e-commerce brands. Prior to this, he successfully scaled his e-commerce brands to over $3.5 million in four years. With extensive first hand experience, Shri has guided 23,000+ store owners via his YouTube channel and established one of the fastest-gr…
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Elevating Customer Service for Ecommerce: A Deep Dive with Alex Holmes from Influx
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Join us today for an interview with Alex Holmes, Chief Growth Officer at Influx. Alex delves into the critical aspects of building and scaling a customer experience (CX) strategy for ecommerce businesses. He discusses the importance of early CX planning, essential metrics for measuring success, and the role of both AI tools and human management in …
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This week, Joe is joined by Navy Veteran and co-founder of Angel Kids AI, Josh Thurman. Josh served for over 12 years as a SEAL officer before his transition to the civilian sector. This innovative platform empowers parents to safeguard their children's online experiences by extending parental guidelines into the digital realm. Tune in to hear Josh…
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How Ecommerce Brands Can Scale Through Limited Release Product Launches with Audrey Fairbrother, Content Marketing Manager at EQL
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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, we welcome Audrey Fairbrother, the Content Marketing Manager at EQL, to speak about limited product launches. Audrey shares her expertise on the concept and execution of limited product launches, providing insightful strategies for both established and emerging brands. Connect with Audrey Fairbrother on …
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This week, Joe sits down with Matt and Lisa Hammonds, the dynamic couple behind Full Leaf Tea Company. Join us as we delve into their entrepreneurial journey, starting with a construction business during the tumultuous 2008 economy. Drawn to the world of eCommerce, they discovered a niche in the tea market and launched Full Leaf Tea Company in 2014…
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#341 - Amazon DSP Advertising: What Every Brand Needs to Know
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Sam Lee is the Vice President of Amazon DSP at Trivium, a full-service Amazon agency. With a background spanning Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and Amazon PPC, Sam has developed deep expertise in Amazon DSP and has successfully managed advertising for over 200 brands. In this episode of DTC Pod, Sam provides a comprehensive overview of Amazon DSP, its f…
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On this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe is joined by Alex Quataert, a West Point graduate and Army veteran turned successful entrepreneur. After serving ten years as an infantry officer with deployments to Afghanistan and Syria, Alex decided to embark on a new adventure in business.Join us as Alex shares his inspiring story of transitioning fro…
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#340 - AI Meets Skincare: Unicorn Beauty Powerhouse Dermalogica’s Formula for Global Success
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Aurelian Lis is the CEO of Dermalogica, a global skincare brand rooted in skin treatment expertise. With a background in atomic physics, laser optics, and extensive experience in the cosmetics industry, Aurelian has led Dermalogica to significant growth and innovation since taking the helm post-acquisition by Unilever. In this episode of DTC Pod, A…
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How to Launch an Influencer Marketing Program from Scratch with Yash Chavan, Founder of SARAL
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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Pat chats with Yash Chavan, CEO and founder of SARAL, about building effective influencer marketing campaigns. Yash outlines a six-step framework, covering everything from finding the right influencers to creating compelling offers and nurturing long-term relationships. Tune in for essential tips whether…
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Veritas Wealth Management with Chad Hufford
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In this episode, Joe is joined by financial planner Chad Hufford, who shares his journey from growing up in the financial world to becoming a successful financial planner. Chad emphasizes the importance of open money conversations and financial confidence in personal and professional life. He discusses the role of coaching in helping clients develo…
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#339 - The Zen of Branding and Growth: How Recess Became the Chill Generation’s Go-To Beverage
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Benjamin Witte is the founder and CEO of Recess, a beverage brand focused on creating products that promote relaxation and mental wellness. Inspired by the rise of functional ingredients like CBD, nootropics, and adaptogenic herbs, Benjamin saw an opportunity to pioneer a category of beverages that could help people unwind in a healthy way. In this…
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PIRTEK Hydraulic and Industrial Hose Services With Steve Marullo
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Join Joe as he chats with Navy Veteran and successful entrepreneur, Steve Marullo, on this episode of Veteran On the Move. After serving as a Nuclear Machinist Mate for over nine years, Steve strategically transitioned into a 25-year career in sales. Discover why he was drawn to sales and how his military experience prepared him for success.Hear St…
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#338 - Growth Strategies from Co-founder of Unicorn Ro
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Rob Schutz is the co-founder of the unicorn Ro, a healthcare company that initially offered ED medications and later expanded into other products and services for sexual health, weight loss, fertility, hair, and skin. Prior to Ro, Rob was instrumental in the exponential growth of BARK/BarkBox, a now prominent subscription service for dog products. …
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From Startup to Success: Jim Simon on the Evolution of JiMMYBAR!
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Join us today for an interview with Jim Simon, the founder of JiMMYBAR!, a family-owned company known for its healthy food products. Jim dives into the challenges and strategies of running a family business in the competitive CPG industry. Discover how JiMMYBAR! has evolved over the years, from its unique go-to-market strategies to navigating suppl…
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eCommerce Solutions for Legal Cannabis Retailers
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In this episode, Joe welcomes Army Veteran, co-founder, and CEO of Jane Technologies, Socrates Rosenfeld. A West Point graduate, Socrates served for seven years as an Apache Helicopter pilot before embarking on a challenging transition to civilian life. He shares his personal journey, including the unexpected difficulties he faced and the profound …
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#337 - From Amazon to TikTok: Navigating the Next E-Commerce Frontier
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Mina Elias is a multiple 7-figure seller in the supplement industry, investor, Amazon PPC expert, and founder of Trivium Group, a full-service Amazon agency. With his extensive experience in helping brands thrive on Amazon, Mina brings valuable insights to the conversation around expanding to emerging platforms like TikTok Shop and navigating the e…
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The Podcast on How to Start a Podcast with Miklós Kovács, founder + CEO of Gracing Media
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Join us today for an interview with Miklós Kovács, founder and CEO of Gracing Media, and an early inspiration behind the Customer Growth Sessions podcast. Miklós does a deep dive into the benefits of podcasting for businesses and how to successfully launch a podcast to promote your brand. He shares his insights on everything from choosing the right…
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In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe sits down with Phillip Hogan, founder of Signing Services of America. From his four years in the Navy, Phillip gained invaluable leadership and teamwork skills. After serving his country, he dedicated himself to community service, establishing a housing program for formerly incarcerated individuals. His e…
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#336 - Crowdsource Everything: How GORGIE Built a Brand with Community Power
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Michelle Cordeiro Grant is an accomplished entrepreneur with a passion for creating innovative, community-based businesses. In 2016, she founded the intimates brand LIVELY and sold it three years later for $105 million. Following this successful exit, she pivoted to her next venture: GORGIE, a wellness energy drink. In this episode of DTC Pod, Mich…
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In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe welcomes Air Force Veteran Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz. Kathy retired after a distinguished 29-year career spanning Active Duty, Reserves, and Air National Guard. Initially a nurse, she transitioned to Public Affairs, specializing in community outreach and bridging the civilian-military gap. With experience na…
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#335 - Affiliate Marketing 2.0: Trends, Tools, and Tactics for E-commerce Success
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Noah Tucker is the founder of Social Snowball, an automated affiliate and referral marketing platform for e-commerce that drives significant revenue for over 2,000 brands, including Solawave, Obvi, and Javy Coffee. In this episode of the DTC POD, Noah shares powerful strategies for brands to supercharge their affiliate programs and drive significan…
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Better Product Development Through Live Shopping with Marcy McKenna, Founder of Live Shopping Academy
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Join us today for an interview with live shopping expert, Marcy McKenna, a serial entrepreneur and the creator and founder of Live Shopping Academy. Marcy does a deep dive into the benefits of live shopping for ecommerce brands and how to successfully launch a live shopping campaign for your business, while also diving into her entrepreneurial jour…
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Unspoken Trauma: The Transition From Military
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On this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe is joined by retired Marine Corps Pilot Garret Biss. After experiencing the difficulty of his own transition, Garret is now dedicated to helping his fellow Veterans.Episode Resources:Garret Biss About Our Guest Garret Biss is a retired Marine Corps Pilot. Post-retirement in 2015, Garret confronted challen…
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#334 - The Fabric of a Brand: Hedley & Bennett’s Founder on Community, Finance, and Growth
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Ellen Marie Bennett is the founder and chief brand officer of Hedley & Bennett, a culinary lifestyle brand that started as a B2B company, offering high-quality aprons to professional chefs, and later expanded both its product line (to include other kitchen items) and customer base (now largely DTC). In this episode of DTC Pod, Ellen shares her jour…
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Helping Haitians Lift Their Country into Prosperity
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This episode features Army Veteran Jeff Frazier, the inspiring founder of StimPak, a NGO dedicated to lifting the country of Haiti out of poverty. Before devoting himself to humanitarian work, Jeff built and sold a successful research tech company, Thread. He shares his journey from entrepreneur to advocate, discussing the challenges he faced in Ha…
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How Emerging Brands Can Grow Through Influencer Marketing with Amber Caro, Founder of Marketbite
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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, Amber Caro, founder of Marketbite, shares strategies on influencer marketing for emerging brands. Learn about selecting influencers, commission structures, and leveraging platforms like TikTok and Shopify. To run influencer marketing campaigns, Amber recommends using https://www.getsaral.com/. For more i…
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#333 - Investing in Organic Growth: Why, When & How with SEO Expert Josh Piepmeier
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Josh Piepmeier helps challenger brands outperform their fiercest competitors by targeting the highest-volume, most profitable keywords in their industry. With his company Meriwether, he crafts strategic SEO campaigns that drive immediate profits and build long-term, sustainable growth. Josh’s SEO approach has successfully gone head-to-head with gia…
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This episode features Jen Way, a military spouse who leveraged her sales and real estate experience to launch Sales the Jen Way, her own sales coaching business. Jen tailors training programs to help clients unlock their full sales potential.Tune in as Jen discusses her entrepreneurial journey and the key role of building genuine connections for sa…
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#332 - Amazon Growth Tips from a Multi 7-Figure Seller: How to Increase Traffic, Clicks, and Conversions
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Mina Elias is a multiple 7-figure Amazon FBA seller and renowned PPC expert. He is also the founder of Trivium Group, a company that helps brands navigate and dominate the Amazon marketplace. In this episode of DTC Pod, Mina details a holistic approach to enhancing the presence and profitability of any brand on Amazon, focusing on three pillars: tr…
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How to Invest in New Technology for Your Ecommerce Business with Lauren Linzer and Dusty Fields from Tonic
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In this episode of Customer Growth Sessions, we sit down with Dusty Fields, Mobile Lead at Tonic, and Lauren Linzer, Director of Solutions at Tonic. We discuss Tonic’s approach to custom technology solutions, how e-commerce businesses should consider technology investments, and the process of building effective mobile applications. Get in touch wit…
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Rescuing Hostages Overseas with Grey Bull Rescue Foundation
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On this episode, Joe welcomes Bryan Stern, Army Veteran and Naval intelligence officer with over 25 years of experience. Bryan served in Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom after being a first responder at Ground Zero on 9/11. Following his military service, he founded Grey Bull Rescue, a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing Amer…
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#331 - Reimagining Creator Commerce with Fourthwall's Will Baumann
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Will Baumann is the co-founder and CEO of Fourthwall, a company that empowers creators to sell products online without needing to be e-commerce experts. At Fourthwall, they handle sales tax, supply chain, customer support, and more so creators can focus on making content and growing their community. In this episode of DTC Pod, Will shares his insig…
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Emergency Physician and Educator Dr. Andrea Austin
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This episode features Dr. Andrea Austin, a veteran, emergency physician, educator, author, and coach. Dr. Austin discusses her Navy experience, including a deployment to Iraq and serving at the Navy Trauma Training Center. She sheds light on how the military collaborates with civilian facilities for deployment preparation and the role of simulation…
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Selling Internationally: International Logistics with Ammar Moiz, CEO and Founder of Mayple
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In this episode, Pat interviews Ammar Moiz, founder and CEO of Mayple. They discuss how Mayple's digital logistics platform helps e-commerce brands expand globally, focusing on how brands can effectively manage international shipping. Ammar shares strategies for overcoming common challenges in global logistics, explains key milestones for internati…
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The Ultimate Marketing Mix: An Omnichannel Approach to Winning Both Shelves and Screens
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Colin Flood is the Vice President of Marketing at Unreal Snacks, a better-for-you chocolate brand with widespread distribution across numerous retailers in the United States and an established direct-to-consumer platform. At Unreal, Colin plays a pivotal role in scaling e-commerce and D2C operations, as well as in expanding their presence into majo…
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This episode features Liz Leonard, franchise advisor and author of Your Franchise Fast Pass. Liz shares her journey into entrepreneurship, starting with addressing a need in her community for quality childcare through a business she built and later sold. She then ventured into the self-storage business, which she also eventually exited.Liz's entrep…
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#329 - The Crystal Ball of Commerce: Predicting Trends with Next Big Shop’s Founders
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David Hoffman and Samir Rayani co-founded Next Big Shop, where they leverage their expertise to analyze and interpret publicly available but hard-to-access e-commerce data for insights into retail success and product trends. As partners, they collaborate on developing data products that inform and guide direct-to-consumer strategies for various bra…
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Loyalty Point Leadership with Patrick Nelson
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This episode of Veteran On the Move features Patrick Nelson, Army Veteran and founder of Loyalty Point Leadership. Patrick's story is one of resilience and purpose. He enlisted in the National Guard while still in high school and transitioned to regular Army after 9/11. Deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq, where he was wounded in combat, significan…
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#328 - The Mastermind Behind Seed’s Supply Chain & How to Design DTC Ops for Hypergrowth
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John Morgan is the founder of Pelagic, a unique agency of top tier operators that helps brands tackle supply chain, logistics & operations. Prior to starting Pelagic, he served as VP of Ops at Seed Health where he built the infrastructure behind one of the fastest growing modern health brands. Before getting into DTC he worked on the Falcon 9 rocke…
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Scaling a Franchise, Brick and Mortar vs. Ecommerce, and Much More with Erin Casey Wolf, Co-Franchisor of Bella Bridesmaids
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Join us today for an inspiring session with Erin Casey Wolf, co-franchisor of Bella Bridesmaids. Erin shares the story of Bella Bridesmaids' humble beginnings, which started from a less-than-ideal shopping experience for her own wedding and has grown into a trusted name in the bridal industry. Erin discusses how Bella Bridesmaids has expanded into …
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Entrepreneur and Corporate Executive Christian Anschuetz
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This episode of Veteran On the Move features Joe interviewing Marine Veteran, entrepreneur, and corporate executive Christian Anschuetz. A classmate of Joe’s from TBS (The Basic School), Christian served eight years on active duty before transitioning to the civilian sector. He shares three reasons why he believes veterans struggle with transition …
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#327 - How Good Girl Snacks Captured Gen Z’s Heart (and Stomach) with Hot Girl Pickles
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Leah Marcus and Yasaman Bakhtiar are the co-founders of Good Girl Snacks, a company that has made a name for itself in the snack industry with a focus on creating modern, female-oriented branding, particularly with their product "Hot Girl Pickles." Leah and Yasaman launched their brand by leveraging social media, especially TikTok, identifying a ga…
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This episode features Joe Crane interviewing Coast Guard Academy graduate and entrepreneur Jared Dillian. Dillian planned his transition by starting his MBA while on active duty and landed a trading job at Lehman Brothers. There, he began writing a newsletter that sparked his writing career.They discuss his journey as a writer, including his popula…
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#326 - Disruptive Sips: Building Iconic Beverage Brands from Scratch with Christopher Hunter
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Christopher Hunter is a seasoned entrepreneur best known for creating Four Loko, a caffeinated alcoholic beverage that caused a stir across college campuses and beyond. Currently, he serves as the CEO of Koia, a leading plant-based protein drink company that has achieved over $100 million in annual retail sales nationwide. In this episode of DTC Po…
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Acquiring Your First $1,000 in Ecommerce Sales with Greg Rollett, Head of Brand Growth at Grommet
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Today, we're talking early-stage customer acquisition with Greg Rollett, the Head of Brand Growth at Grommet. We talk through Greg's entrepreneurial journey, exploring his early ventures from starting a record label to his significant contributions in the digital marketing space. Greg shares his experiences and strategies around customer acquisitio…
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Franchisee of the Year Recipient Nick Lambie
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This episode of Veteran On the Move features Joe Crane interviewing Air Force veteran and International Franchise Association (IFA) 2023 Franchisee of the Year, Nick Lambie. Nick, a weapons director with 9 years of active duty and ongoing service in the Air National Guard, was drawn to entrepreneurship for the freedom and challenge of being his own…
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#325 - The Art of Modern Retail: Kellen Roland on Strategy, AI, and Mentorship
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Kellen Roland served as first CEO of JOOPITER alongside Pharrel Williams and VP of Sales of Herschel Supply Co, and brings 18+ years of expertise in the luxury and consumer sectors. He has a triple role as a founder, investor, and strategic advisor. He fosters business growth through insightful leadership and AI integration, invests in promising bu…
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In this episode of Veteran On the Move, Joe Crane interviews British Army veteran Nick Haley, founder of Little Big Tech. Nick served for 12 years, first in the Irish Guards and later gained technical skills in the Signal Corps. After transitioning, Nick aimed for a better life in the tech field. He faced initial challenges but persevered with furt…
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From 1 Kitchen to 25,000 Supermarkets: How Loren Castle's Cookie Dough Recipe Became a US Household Brand
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Loren Castle is an entrepreneur and the founder of Sweet Loren's, a brand specializing in ready-to-bake cookie dough that is plant-based, gluten-free, nut-free, and non-GMO. After being diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma at the age of 22, Loren Castle was motivated to create a line of sweets that aligned with her own desire for healthier, less process…
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