Mike Jones
CEO of Science, a venture firm and studio; previously founded Userplane, sold to AOL.
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May 7, 2025 • 52min
Building the premium venture studio and fund for consumer brands with Mike Jones, Founding Partner @ Science
Mike Jones, Managing Partner at Science Inc., has a wealth of experience in building and scaling consumer brands like Dollar Shave Club and Liquid Death. He discusses his transformation from founder to VC, emphasizing effective leadership styles and the crucial role of consumer insights. Mike unveils the secrets behind Dollar Shave Club's viral marketing and shares hard lessons from unsuccessful ventures. The conversation also covers AI's impact on investment strategies and exciting consumer trends, making it a vital listen for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Jun 10, 2020 • 1h 13min
E1073: The Power of Accelerators E8 Mike Jones, CEO of Science shares insights on what makes a great Direct-to-Consumer Founder, investing early in Dollar Shave Club, economics of a venture-studio & more!
Mike Jones, CEO of Science and a pioneer in tech startups, shares his journey from Userplane's sale to AOL to leading a venture studio. He discusses the evolution from startup studios to incubators and the economics behind venture-studios. Insights on the direct-to-consumer space, particularly how to identify great DTC founders, come to the forefront, highlighted by his investment in Dollar Shave Club. The conversation also touches on the lasting impacts of remote work and the necessity for founders to adapt through hardship.
