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Today on The Casey Adams Show I sat down with Sam Rattner.



In this captivating episode, we sit down with Sam Rattner, the visionary founder of Victory and Showroom, who sold his first company for a staggering $40M at just 23. Sam takes us through his thrilling journey in the online gambling and fashion e-commerce industries, sharing the highs and lows of building a business in a regulated market. He emphasizes the importance of taking risks early in life, being fully informed before pitching investors, and the concept behind Showroom—a revolutionary vertical-specific search engine for fashion and e-commerce.



Takeaways



-Starting a business in a regulated market requires navigating complex regulatory processes and compliance requirements.

- Building an asset along the way is important, as it increases the value of the business and makes it more attractive to potential buyers.

- Taking risks early in life, when there are fewer responsibilities, can lead to greater opportunities and success.

- When pitching investors, it is important to be fully informed about the business and to have a clear understanding of the market and competition.

- The future of shopping may involve vertical-specific search engines that provide a more personalized and efficient shopping experience. Product discovery is a challenge in the e-commerce industry, and traditional keyword-based search engines are not effective in helping users find what they are looking for.

- Building relationships with partners is crucial for Showroom's success, and the company curates a list of high-quality brands to ensure a positive user experience.



Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:35 Starting Victory and Overcoming Regulatory Challenges

06:33 Building a Business with Acquisition in Mind

09:40 Early Entrepreneurial Endeavors

14:38 Gap Between Snow Plow Business and Victory

17:39 Raising Capital for Victory

21:36 Never Pitching Twice

30:38 Introduction to Showroom

33:14 Thoughts on Live Shopping

36:33 Personal Shopping Habits

38:59 Product Discovery and Keyword-Based Search Engines

39:52 Expansion of Showroom Categories

40:38 Building Relationships with Partners

41:01 Revenue Share Model

42:53 Curated List of Brands and Quality Products

44:12 Choosing Showroom as a Second Time Founder

45:11 Importance of Talent and Team Building

47:07 Product Discovery and Live Shopping

49:30 Acquiring a Former Riverboat Casino Vessel

57:06 Unique Ventures and Pursuing Opportunities

58:37 Embracing Pain and Learning from Challenges



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Today on The Casey Adams Show I sat down with Jonathan Neman.

Jonathan Neman is Co-Founder & CEO of Sweetgreen, the mission driven restaurant brand that serves healthy food at scale. Jonathan and his co-founders started Sweetgreen in 2007, opening their first location in Georgetown, DC, just three months out of college. Their vision is to be as ubiquitous as traditional fast-food, but far more transparent and honest.

Jonathan has been recognized as a key innovator in food and business, named to Fast Company's "50 Most Innovative Companies," Inc’s “30 Under 30,” Forbes’ “30 Under 30,” Food & Wine’s “40 Big Food Thinkers 40 and Under,” and the 2020 Nation's Restaurant News NRN Power List among other accolades. Sweetgreen was named one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in 2019 and 2020, won the 2020 and 2021 Webby Award for Food & Drink in the category Apps, Mobile & Voice and recognized as a Top 100 Most Loved Workplace by Newsweek in collaboration with Best Practice Institute.



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Today on The Casey Adams Show, Michael Noicos, CEO of Banx Management, shares his entrepreneurial journey filled with ups and downs. From a successful Amazon business shut down by a negative review to starting Banx Management, Michael emphasizes the importance of self-presentation and personal growth in online connections. He also discusses the significance of mindset and continuous growth in personal development and success. Tune in to hear about Michael's resilience in overcoming challenges and his advice on setting goals and finding purpose across various aspects of life.



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Sriram Krishnan is a general partner at Andreessen Horowitz where he invests in crypto and currently heads up the UK offices of a16z crypto. He works closely with Farcaster, Story Protocol, Kindred. Prior to joining a16z, Sriram led product and engineering teams at X, Meta and Snap. Sriram started his career at Microsoft as a founding member of Windows Azure. He was also previously a personal investor in several prominent tech companies. Sriram writes actively at @sriramk on Twitter and at sriramk.com. He co-hosts “The Aarthi and Sriram Show”, a leading podcast on tech and business.



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On this episode of The Casey Adams Show, we dive deep with Michael Brandt, the visionary CEO of HVMN, also known as Ketone IQ. Brandt shares his groundbreaking journey in human performance innovation, from biohacking to optimizing bodily functions. He reveals the strategic triumphs behind HVMN, including securing a $6 million military contract in the company's nascent stage, the athletic achievement of running a sub 2:40 marathon, and the savvy acquisition of the premium domain, ketone.com.



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[00:00:00] CEO Michael Brandt discusses HVMN and Ketone IQ.

[00:06:48] DOD invests in soldiers' performance, innovation.

[00:13:37] Fit lifestyle required for marathon success.[00:18:51] Marathoning parallels business, pushing through pain.

[00:27:14] Enduring pain in running, entrepreneurship parallels.

[00:32:35] Computer, kombucha, ketones, and entrepreneurship.

[00:39:03] Credit people who break through noise.[00:46:43] Remote work emphasizes written communication skills.

[00:54:46] Casey's company

[01:01:37] Building a team of cool people.


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On this episode of The Casey Adams Show, we delve into the expertise of Sam Miller, a distinguished health, fitness, and nutrition coach with over a decade of experience. Sam, known for his impactful online education, podcast hosting, and mentoring, shares his strategic approaches to health transformation, emphasizing simplicity and effectiveness. Having influenced over 2,500 coaches worldwide through his specialized programs and workshops, Sam's insights also enrich companies like LinkedIn and platforms such as Barbell Shrugged and T-Nation. With a robust academic background as a certified nutritionist and licensed health practitioner, holding degrees from North Carolina State University and Elon University, Sam discusses his blueprint for empowering both individuals and professionals in achieving their health and fitness goals. Join us as we explore Sam Miller's innovative strategies for transformative wellness.


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In today’s episode, we cover:

- Sam's transformative journey into the realm of health and wellness.

- The inception and impact of @metabolismschool on modern health education.

- My personal experience and transformation with Marek Health's comprehensive approach to health.

- The broader implications of personalized health and wellness in today's fast-paced world.

- Sam's commitment to enhancing health through education and personalized care has not only reshaped his life but also promises to influence the lives of countless others seeking a more informed path to wellness.



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