CEO.com | Dispatches from the frontiers of leadership iLabs Founder & CEO David Chung
Mar 20, 2025
20:20
On this episode, Clint sits down with David Chung, the CEO of iLabs, a leading contract manufacturing company specializing in the beauty industry. From skincare to haircare, David shares his journey of building successful companies, including his previous venture, Inglewood Lab, which he took public in Korea.
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:21 - About iLabs and its focus areas
01:24 - David's entrepreneurial journey
02:05 - Supply chain issues and tariffs
03:53 - The impact of tariffs on the beauty industry
05:19 - A typical day in David's life
06:06 - What keeps David motivated
07:17 - Leadership lessons and building company culture
09:46 - The role of AI in beauty manufacturing
11:47 - The R&D process and regulatory considerations
13:17 - Economic outlook for 2025
16:23 - Reading recommendations
17:43 - The importance of mentorship and giving back
19:08 - Conclusion
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
00:21 - About iLabs and its focus areas
01:24 - David's entrepreneurial journey
02:05 - Supply chain issues and tariffs
03:53 - The impact of tariffs on the beauty industry
05:19 - A typical day in David's life
06:06 - What keeps David motivated
07:17 - Leadership lessons and building company culture
09:46 - The role of AI in beauty manufacturing
11:47 - The R&D process and regulatory considerations
13:17 - Economic outlook for 2025
16:23 - Reading recommendations
17:43 - The importance of mentorship and giving back
19:08 - Conclusion