Bob was inspired to start Sackcloth & Ashes after his mother experienced homelessness. Sackcloth & Ashes  donates a blanket to a local shelter for every blanket purchased.

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Michelle Razavi cofounded Elavi to bring low- sugar, high- protein brownies and dessert spreads to the market. Find out how one of the biggest production mishaps turned into marketing gold, and how to keep sales momentum alive.

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Michael Washington revamped LA's outdoor scene with Usal Project. Learn how he built a thriving community through accessible adventures and smart branding.

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Kyle Widrick of WIN Brands Group acquired brands like Homesick, Love Your Melon, Gravity, and QALO, and multiplied their sales. Here's what he has learned as owner and operator of direct-to-consumer brands and more than a decade of experience in ecommerce.

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Marcus Milione launched and scaled his business, Minted New York, by sharing his journey online. Throughout development, he brought customers for the ride, incorporating their feedback along the way. Learn how to build in public and earn trust as the face of your brand.

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Laura Low Ah Kee and Shannon Savage started Left on Friday, a swimwear and activewear brand, applying what they learned from their careers at Lululemon. They discuss how their commitment to fit and fabric and customer feedback led to success both online and in stores, and landed them an opportunity to outfit Canada's beach volleyball teams for the Olympics.

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Nik Sharma is the founder of Sharma Brands and is known as "The DTC Guy." He discusses his marketing playbook, from boiling down the brand's message to figuring out how much to spend on paid advertising.

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Stylist Rima Vaidila and model Eddy Vaidila wanted to make swimwear that spoke to them, so they created Goldie Swimwear — a company that lives by its bold, statement pieces. The sisters share how they found their design aesthetic, learned to manage inventory, and collaborated with TikTok star Victoria Paris.

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Jonathan Grahm transformed Compartés Chocolate from a family-owned shop into a luxury brand. Discover how he blends LA-inspired flavors with fashion-forward packaging and ecommerce innovation.

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NUDESTIX cofounder Taylor Frankel has been responsible for keeping the brand relevant and ahead of the trends since its inception 10 years ago. Learn how to build authentic communities, leverage trends, and scale thoughtfully.

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People are dying to get their hands on Ghost Town Oats, a special milk blend created by baristas. Find out how to gain community support, and create social change through entrepreneurship.

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