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NBA Owners Blitzer, Plotkin Bet on Menswear Brand Rhone

Nov 3, 2023
16:29
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Nate Checketts, CEO of Rhone, discusses investors including billionaire David Blitzer, former hedge fund manager Gabe Plotkin, and ex-football star Tim Tebow in the bet on the men's apparel brand. They talk about family involvement, water use reduction, hiring a new female board director, and strategies for mental health and future growth.
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  • Rhone attracted prominent investors, such as Blackstone's David Blitzer and former hedge fund manager Gabe Plotkin, allowing them to focus on long-term strategies and expand collaborations with sports professionals and athletes.
  • Rhone's strategic approach includes expanding product lines, opening profitable retail stores, and targeting initiatives that align with customers' active lifestyles to meet growing demands.

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