Rafael Ilishayev
Co-founder and Co-CEO of Gopuff, a rapid delivery company known for its micro-fulfillment centers and fast delivery times.
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Jun 14, 2021 • 35min
20VC: GoPuff's Rafael Ilishayev on How GoPuff Has Been EBITDA Profitable From Day 1; The Unit Economics Behind GoPuff, With Intense Competition What Happens To The Food Delivery Space & What It Takes To Launch, Grow and Maintain New Markets
Rafael Ilishayev, Co-founder and Co-CEO of GoPuff, shares insights about transforming a college delivery service into a nationwide leader with robust profitability from day one. He discusses the strategic importance of unit economics and why he opted for bootstrapping before seeking funding. Ilishayev also delves into scaling challenges, identifying attractive new markets, and the competitive dynamics of the food delivery space. His emphasis on team-oriented hiring underscores the cultural fit necessary for success in high-growth environments.
Feb 4, 2022 • 1h 8min
NYC delivery wars, Cruise gives driverless rides in SF + Gopuff Co-CEO Rafael Ilishayev | E1378
Rafael Ilishayev, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Gopuff, shares insights from the rapid delivery sector, revealing how they achieve 20-minute delivery through micro-fulfillment centers. He discusses their strategic acquisitions of BevMo and Liquor Barn to enhance alcohol delivery without building from scratch. Rafael delves into the competitive landscape, highlighting challenges and the need for innovative partnerships, like those with influencers such as Mr. Beast. He also introduces Gopuff's new private label, 'Basically,' and their hot food service, 'Gopuff Kitchens.'
