DTC POD: How The Best Brands Are Built Ramon Berrios, Blaine Bolus

John Morgan is the founder of Pelagic, a first of it's kind agency helping brands nail supply chains & operations - often times the biggest unlocks for scalability & profitability in commerce.

In this episode of DTC Pod, John shares key learnings from his tenure at SpaceX and Seed Health, emphasizing the importance of iterative supply chain processes, cost optimization, and strategic relationships with suppliers. He also offers advice on avoiding common startup mistakes in supply chain design.

Leah Marcus and Yasaman Bakhtiar are the co-founders of Good Girl Snacks, a pickle brand with a Gen Z twist.

In this episode of DTC Pod, we explore social media marketing and content creation with Leah and Yasaman. They share their organic journey to business success and the strategies that keep them connected with their audience.

Christopher Hunter is the co-founder of two iconic beverage companies — Phusion Projects (the parent company of Four Loko) and Koia.

In this DTC Pod episode, Christopher underscores the lessons from Four Loko's tumultuous success while detailing the birth and rise of Koia. He covers topics such as retail partnerships, product innovation, distribution expansion, and more.

Kellen Roland is the founder of KRMC, a consulting business and the intersection of commerce and culture. Prior he 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.

In this DTC Pod episode, Kellen breaks down what it takes to succeed in the DTC space — from building strong retailer relationships and strategic pricing, to quickly adapting to customer feedback. He also touches on several key topics such as the characteristics of highly successful people, practical benefits of AI in business scenarios, and the value mentorship brings to professional growth.

Loren Castle is the CEO and founder of Sweet Loren’s, the #1 natural cookie dough brand in the US. After surviving Hodgkin's lymphoma, she committed to healthier eating and founded Sweet Loren’s with a mission to create scrumptious yet nutrient-rich convenience food.

In this episode of DTC POD, hear from Loren herself as she discusses the growth of her cookie dough business, the strategy that goes into launching new product lines, and the importance of combining personal passion with business acumen for successful entrepreneurship.

Emmett Shine is the Co-Founder and Executive Creative Director of Pattern Brands — a family of brands on a mission to nurture daily enjoyment at home.

In this episode of DTC Pod, Emmett opens up about blending artistic vision with operational savvy, navigating the challenges of launching brands like Equal Parts and Open Spaces, and the art of nurturing a brand from inception to market. He shares insights from his journey, from shaping the DTC landscape with his work at Gin Lane to fostering innovation at Pattern Brands.