Davis Smith

Davis Smith, founder of Cotopaxi, an outdoor brand dedicated to social justice, discusses the transformative power of business. He shares his journey of integrating purpose into a brand, highlighting lessons on team dynamics and the significance of gut feelings in entrepreneurship. Smith reveals the innovative 'Lobatical' program that enhances employee loyalty and explains his bold decision to step down as CEO to foster new leadership. With a vision of compassionate capitalism, he inspires listeners to embrace both adventure and social responsibility.

Davis Smith, Founder and former CEO of Cotopaxi, shares his remarkable journey from selling pool tables to scaling a $150M outdoor apparel brand. He reveals how overcoming 100 investor rejections shaped Cotopaxi's trajectory. Davis delves into the impact of his childhood experiences on his entrepreneurial mindset, the challenges of aligning values with business missions, and the importance of purpose in entrepreneurship. He emphasizes the need for new financial products to support long-term goals and the balance between integrity and impact in business.

Davis Smith, Founder and former CEO of Cotopaxi, shares his journey in building a socially responsible outdoor gear brand. He discusses the company's commitment to donate a portion of its revenue to fight poverty and the innovations that helped them thrive during COVID-19. Davis reflects on a transformative trip to Peru that inspired the brand's mission and announces his new role as a mission leader in Brazil. He emphasizes the importance of balancing business growth with sustainable practices and personal values.

Davis Smith, serial e-commerce entrepreneur and CEO of Cotopaxi, discusses risk-taking, building a brand, prioritizing people, and finding purpose in entrepreneurship. He shares his journey, the power of storytelling in building a brand, efforts to fight poverty through outdoor products, and empowering workers and inspiring innovation. The podcast also explores the need to reconstruct capitalism and do good in business.

Davis Smith, Founder and CEO of Cotopaxi, shares his inspiring journey from failed ventures to launching a socially responsible outdoor gear brand. He discusses how personal experiences in Bolivia ignited his entrepreneurial spirit and led to the creation of a brand with a mission to do good. Listeners will enjoy stories about overcoming self-doubt, the importance of ethical practices, and the playful use of llamas in marketing. Davis also reflects on the blend of luck and responsibility in achieving success and his commitment to giving back.