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

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.

Sabir Semerkant, founder of GROWTH by SABIR, brings a treasure trove of expertise from his background in scaling e-commerce businesses. As a seasoned expert in online retail, Sabir knows what truly drives conversions and customer loyalty.

In this episode of DTC Pod, Sabir shares ideas from his 8D method, a systematic approach that promises sustainable business growth. He covers brand building, tech optimization, strategic pricing, and more.

Jennifer Liao is the co-founder and President of MìLà, a company that has stormed onto the food scene with their revolutionary approach to delivering Chinese cuisine directly to consumers.

In this episode, we get an insider's look at how MìLà achieved significant milestones, expanded its manufacturing facilities, and skillfully assembled a content and marketing team to broaden its retail footprint. Jennifer gives us the scoop on how they made bold, unconventional decisions that paid off big time.

Nicolas Beaupré, the CEO and Founder of Mateina, is on a mission to grow the popularity of a coffee alternative in the North American market.

In this episode, Nicolas outlines the entrepreneurial challenges and successes he's encountered while building a brand rooted in tradition and wellness.

Kevin Lavelle is the mind behind Mizzen+Main and Harbor, two huge brands in very disparate fields. His story is one marked by innovation, perseverance, and the classic lesson that success often requires patience and hard work, more than just a great idea.

In this episode of DTC Pod, Kevin shares the pivotal moments and strategic partnerships that propelled Mizzen+Main to success. Now at the helm of Harbor, he discusses the shift from apparel to tech and the importance of impactful sleep and wellness solutions for families.

Ben Acott is the marketing maven behind many successful brands, including Feastables and MANSCAPED. He is also the Chief Executive Officer of Magnetic Labs, a company dedicated to harnessing the influence of the world's biggest creators, celebrities, and athletes to establish billion-dollar brands.

In today's episode, we examine how brand-creator partnerships can drive business growth. From MANSCAPED's humor-infused success to Magnetic Labs' strategic partnerships, Ben guides us through the crucial elements of building engaging direct-to-consumer brands.