Episodes
Ep 9: Building Brands & Making Bets: Inside the World of Consumer VC and Growth Equity
In this conversation, Mehtab and Drew discuss various aspects of growth equity, investment opportunities, and the dynamics of venture capital in the consumer brand space. They explore the challenges and considerations in evaluating deals, the importance of discipline in investment decisions, and th...
E112: How US Trade Policy Could Shape The Future Of Our Brands
In this episode, the hosts discuss the complexities of global trade, the significance of modern ERP systems for businesses, and the emotional challenges faced by entrepreneurs during business exits. The conversation highlights the current tariff landscape and the opportunities that arise amidst sup...
E058: Marketing in a Recession - Cuts, Bets, and What You Can’t Afford to Lose
With rising costs, tariff uncertainty, and declining consumer confidence, brands are being forced to do more with less - and in today’s episode, we break down what that actually looks like in practice, and how we’re adapting our marketing strategies in today’s tough economic environment. We cover w...
E111: Borrelli and Panzer Talk Tariffs.
In this conversation, Jason sits down with Stephen Borrelli to discuss the current economic climate affecting e-commerce brands, the implications of tariffs, and insights from Jason's recent trip to China. They explore the challenges of manufacturing, the evolution of quality in production, and...
Is Gymshark in Trouble? Breaking Down Their Newest Filings. + More
In this incredible episode, Drew Fallon and Mehtab delve into the latest filings of Gymshark, a prominent player in the retail market. They discuss the brand's evolution, financial performance, and the challenges it faces in a competitive landscape. The conversation highlights the impact of macro t...
E110: Good Businesses Are Bought, Not Sold.
In this episode, the hosts discuss various challenges and strategies in the e-commerce landscape, focusing on economic factors such as tariffs, consumer sentiment, and advertising strategies. They explore the importance of inventory management, the impact of competition on margins, and the role of ...
Money Talks (You Asked, We Answer)
00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Podcast03:09 Health and Wellness Trends05:59 The Gummy Supplement Phenomenon08:59 Beauty Industry Struggles11:53 Business Models in Health and Wellness14:58 The Rise of Protein and Creatine17:58 Consumer Trends and Market Evolution21:06 Marketing Challenges in...
E057: Inside Tecovas: Reporting, Merchandising & Growing the Brand with CMO Krista Dalton
Today on the show, we’re joined by Krista Dalton, the CMO and SVP of Digital at Tecovas, as she takes us inside the brand’s marketing strategy. We get into how Tecovas leverages data, reporting, and merchandising to expand and evolve the brand, all while staying true to its roots. We discuss the im...
E109: Will Sold 100 Million Protein Bars
In this episode the Operators interview Will Nitze, the founder of IQ Bar, a rapidly growing nutrition bar company. They discuss Will's journey from the software industry to launching IQ Bar, the challenges of introducing a consumable product, and the impact of market dynamics such as cocoa prices ...