by sweatequity_3yq332 | Jul 26, 2019 | Consumer Tech
Legacy brands are struggling to keep up. They are stumbling, losing share, and competing with more agile, technology-enabled players. Bonobos, Casper, Glossier, Harry’s, Warby Parker—these companies have disrupted sectors previously owned by the deep-pocketed giants....[jpshare]
by sweatequity_3yq332 | May 25, 2019 | Consumer Tech
Modern consumers are seeking out mission-driven organizations. They are searching for companies that not only offer unique products, but also strive to leave a positive social or environmental impact. These organizations are especially popular among millennials, and...[jpshare]
by sweatequity_3yq332 | Apr 23, 2019 | Startup Lessons
Sometimes pitches don’t go well. Maybe you’ve made a big investment that’s not panning out. Your growth won’t always materialize as envisioned. Things happen—to everyone. Many of the young companies I advise get stuck in the early stages of their lifecycle. Some of...[jpshare]
by sweatequity_3yq332 | Apr 8, 2019 | Health & Wellness
Not too long ago, an investor group discussed how lifestyle companies are often tricky investments. They reasoned that because these companies seem to operate in perpetuity—versus moving toward an eventual exit—their investment payout is largely uncertain. I disagree....[jpshare]
by sweatequity_3yq332 | Mar 26, 2019 | Health & Wellness
I advise a number of young brands in the health & wellness sector. Some are apparel-oriented, while others focus on nutrition. No matter their offering, many companies in this sector are competing against deeper-pocketed brands that have dominated the industry for...[jpshare]