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Ecommerce, Interviews, Podcast
Creating the World’s First Self-Sanitizing Diaper Changing Tables – Addie Gundry of Pluie
Addie Gundry, the founder and CEO of Pluie, shares how a difficult diaper changing experience with her son inspired her to create the world's first self-sanitizing diaper changing table. Pluie creates self-sanitizing diaper changing tables for public restrooms. Addie shares her unconventional career journey, starting as a chef before transitioning to entrepreneurship. Addie shares her successes and lessons learned in product development, raising funds, Shark Tank appearance, obtaining patents, and bringing the product to a B2B market.
Ecommerce, Interviews, Podcast
Creating the first handheld Baby Massager – Elina Furman of Kahlmi
Elina Furman of Kahlmi shares the story of creating the first baby massager that helps soothe babies. Even before bringing the product to market Furman built a strong and engaged organic following of over 800,000 followers through educational content about baby massage on social media, which gave her the perfect customer base when launching the product.
Ecommerce, Interviews, Podcast
($150M/Yr) High-quality Mac/PC Hardware Solutions and Accessories Manufacturer and Reseller – Lawrence (Larry) O’Connor of Other World Computing (OWC)
Lawrence (Larry) O'Connor, Founder of Other World Computing (OWC) shares the story of getting started in tech as a kid while working with his early adopter dad which led to the launch of Other World Computing (OWC). OWC gives Mac and PC users the ability to upgrade their computer hardware in an affordable and user-friendly manner. O'Connor emphasizes the importance of balancing direct sales with distribution through retailers and distributors, as well as offering excellent customer service and educating customers about the value of their products. He also highlights the significance of software in supporting hardware functionality and delivering the best user experience.
Ecommerce, Interviews, Podcast
$15K/Month – Building A Furniture Ecommerce Store in South Africa-Amy McKenzie and Kirsten Dodds of House of Kook
Amy McKenzie and Kirsten Dodds, co-founders of House of Cook, an interior design studio and furniture e-commerce business based out of South Africa discuss the challenges they face in the South African market as a niche e-commerce furniture business. Despite difficulties in gaining customer buy-in, competition from both local and global retailers, as well as high shipping costs - Amy and Kirsten share their vision for future growth, including expanding their range and catering to a wider audience.
Ecommerce, Interviews, Podcast
$140K/Month – Building a Playing Card Decks Niche Ecommerce Business – Will Roya of Playing Card Decks
Will Roya of PlayingCardDecks.com shares the story of creating a successful Playing Card Decks ecommerce business as a result of his background and passion for magic. Will emphasizes the importance of SEO, organic growth, carrying a wide selection of unique decks and building a strong brand as ingredients for his success. Will also shares his rationale for selling the business and the process of finding a buyer.