Katie Gellhausen

Katie Gellhausen, inventor and founder of Socket Locket, shares her journey from a hesitant product pitch to securing a major Walmart order. Hear about the unique dual function of her phone accessory, her struggles with early sales during COVID, and the thrilling moment she pitched at Walmart's open call. Marc offers insights on scaling production, balancing U.S. manufacturing with international options, and navigating the risks of relying on a single customer. Plus, Katie discusses the unique dynamics of co-founding her business with her mom.