

All In or Nothing: Building a $200M/yr Wellness Brand from Scratch | Durana Elmi & Shahab Elmi (Cymbiotika) E346
May 15, 2025
Shahab Elmi and Durana Elmi, the dynamic husband-and-wife team behind Cymbiotika, share their inspiring journey from a garage startup to a thriving $200M wellness brand. They discuss the power of a 'no plan B' mindset, the importance of hiring top talent, and the unique challenges of scaling without external funding. The couple also emphasizes the significance of product quality, customer feedback, and the innovative use of liposomal delivery in the supplement industry. Their insights on leadership, resilience, and company culture make this conversation a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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No Plan B Strategy
- Go all in with no plan B to scale rapidly and compete.
- If you don't believe in your business fully, it's better to do something else.
Five Businesses Together
- Shahab and Durana partnered in five businesses, including clothing and wireless retail.
- Durana is Shahab's indispensable business partner and COO in every venture.
Embrace Failure Fast
- Accept failure quickly and modestly without ego.
- Bold risks and fast recovery drive entrepreneurial success and learning.