Carey Smith
Founder and CEO of Big Ass Fans, a company he successfully sold for $500 million. Known for his unconventional approach to business and his focus on employee well-being.
Best podcasts with Carey Smith
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Nov 27, 2019 • 43min
#28 - Building Big Ass Fans For Big Ass Money
Carey Smith, founder and CEO of Big Ass Fans, shares his journey of transforming a small ceiling fan company into a $500 million giant. He discusses the game-changing rebranding strategy that made 'Ass' a marketing win, leading to skyrocketing sales. Carey emphasizes the importance of employee empowerment, sharing $50M post-sale and fostering a growth-oriented culture. He details unique negotiation strategies that led to an unexpected but lucrative exit, while showcasing how innovating in mundane industries can lead to remarkable success.
Dec 23, 2020 • 1h 7min
Replay – #8 Big Ass Fans: The World's Least Sexy $500M Business | Carey Smith, Founder & Chief Big Ass
Carey Smith, Founder of Big Ass Fans, discusses the importance of humor in business, learning from failures, and his investment philosophy with Unorthodox Ventures. The podcast covers topics such as starting Big Ass Fans, selling higher-priced products, and constantly improving a company through feedback.
