LEADING BRANDS® — Wavebreak Podcast

Over the last few years, Momentous Supplements has achieved rapid growth and in today's interview with Founder & CEO Jeff Byers, we cover it all. Momentous is a human performance company dedicated to creating no-compromise products and tools that support the endless improvement of personal performance.In this episode, you'll learn:Founding Story: The strategic merger that led to Momentous becoming the leading brand it is todayPartnership with Huberman Lab: Exploring the collaboration and its impact on growthRapid Growth: Behind-the-scenes of the brand's marketing and operations resulting in 60%+ MoM growthJeff Byers is the Founder & CEO of Momentous Supplements.Links MentionedMomentousLearn more about Wavebreak: the email & CRM agency for high-growth DTC brandsSponsored by...Klaviyo — Over 265,000 innovative brands are growing their businesses by listening and understanding to cues from their customers--easily turning that information into valuable marketing messages used to build highly segmented, automated email & SMS campaigns, such as win back campaigns or abandoned cart recovery and more.AdNabu is the top-rated AI product feed management app trusted by 8000+ Shopify and Shopify Plus brands. Powered by the same language models fueling ChatGPT, its AI tech generates the most effective strategy for each marketplace (Google Shopping, Facebook, TikTok, and more) in real-time. Install the app or book a demo today using code LEADINGBRANDS20 for 20% off.

In this episode of the Wavebreak Podcast, Dylan Kelley interviews Ryan Duey, the co-founder and co-CEO of Plunge. Plunge is the creator of The Cold Plunge that you've seen all over your social media feeds the past few years.In this episode, we cover:The fascinating founding story of Plunge and their journey in popularizing the term "Cold Plunge"How the brand was able to secure partnerships with leading athletes and influencersFuture plans for expansion into additional products and the commercial marketRyan Duey is the co-founder and co-CEO of Plunge.Links MentionedPlungeLearn more about Wavebreak: the email & CRM agency for high-growth DTC brandsSponsored by...Klaviyo — Over 265,000 innovative brands are growing their businesses by listening and understanding to cues from their customers--easily turning that information into valuable marketing messages used to build highly segmented, automated email & SMS campaigns, such as win back campaigns or abandoned cart recovery and more.AdNabu is the top-rated AI product feed management app trusted by 8000+ Shopify and Shopify Plus brands. Powered by the same language models fueling ChatGPT, its AI tech generates the most effective strategy for each marketplace (Google Shopping, Facebook, TikTok, and more) in real-time. Install the app or book a demo today using code LEADINGBRANDS20 for 20% off.

In this episode, we're joined by Mike Xhaxho and Connor Saeli, the co-founders of Waterboy, a healthier and more effective way to hydrate and recover. Waterboy has scaled to a remarkable $10M+ in sales within a span of two years without any external funding.You'll learn: Waterboy's Growth Strategy: How they market the brand as a "creator" and scale their best content with paid advertising. Product Development: Going from idea to best-in-class product and why they approach product development like a software company. Marketing and Creative Testing: Learn the results of Waterboy's OOH, creative testing, and what's working for the brand now.Mike Xhaxho and Connor Saeli are the co-founders of Waterboy.Links MentionedWaterboyLearn more about Wavebreak: the email & CRM agency for high-growth DTC brandsSponsored by...Klaviyo — Over 265,000 innovative brands are growing their businesses by listening and understanding to cues from their customers--easily turning that information into valuable marketing messages used to build highly segmented, automated email & SMS campaigns, such as win back campaigns or abandoned cart recovery and more.Tidio — Tidio is the first software that enables small and medium-sized ecommerce brands to solve customer problems with a conversational AI chatbot called Lyro. Lyro uses technology similar to ChatGPT to answer 4 out of 5 customer questions, freeing up your support agents to solve complex issues. The AI chatbot understands context and remembers previous conversations, answering questions with fluid, natural language. Visit www.tidio.com/wave and join the Tidio Lyro waitlist to be among the first to see Lyro in action!AdNabu is the top-rated AI product feed management app trusted by 8000+ Shopify and Shopify Plus brands. Powered by the same language models fueling ChatGPT, its AI tech generates the most effective strategy for each marketplace (Google Shopping, Facebook, TikTok, and more) in real-time. Install the app or book a demo today using code LEADINGBRANDS20 for 20% off.

In this episode of the Wavebreak Podcast, Dylan Kelley interviews Henry Murray, co-founder, CMO, and GM of the US Market at Waterdrop.In this episode we cover:Marketing for 2023: paid social, influencer, ambassador, offline, and moreExpanding into retail: from large retailers to company-owned flagship stores in locations like Mall of AmericaGlobal expansion: how the brand scaled across Europe and now the United StatesHenry Murray is the co-founder, CMO, and GM of the US Market at Waterdrop.Links MentionedWaterdropLearn more about Wavebreak: the email & CRM agency for high-growth DTC brandsSponsored by...Klaviyo — Over 265,000 innovative brands are growing their businesses by listening and understanding to cues from their customers--easily turning that information into valuable marketing messages used to build highly segmented, automated email & SMS campaigns, such as win back campaigns or abandoned cart recovery and more.Tidio — Tidio is the first software that enables small and medium-sized ecommerce brands to solve customer problems with a conversational AI chatbot called Lyro. Lyro uses technology similar to ChatGPT to answer 4 out of 5 customer questions, freeing up your support agents to solve complex issues. The AI chatbot understands context and remembers previous conversations, answering questions with fluid, natural language. Visit www.tidio.com/wave and join the Tidio Lyro waitlist to be among the first to see Lyro in action!AdNabu is the top-rated AI product feed management app trusted by 8000+ Shopify and Shopify Plus brands. Powered by the same language models fueling ChatGPT, its AI tech generates the most effective strategy for each marketplace (Google Shopping, Facebook, TikTok, and more) in real-time. Install the app or book a demo today using code LEADINGBRANDS20 for 20% off.Bloomreach - Personalization is complicated. Bloomreach makes it simple. Show millions of customers the right product, in the right place, at the right time.

In this episode of the Wavebreak Podcast, Dylan Kelley interviews Haley & Adam Weidenbaum, founders of Everhem, a leading custom window treatment brand. We chat about the brand's launch, rapid growth, and what's next for the company. You'll also learn how Everhem:Successfully brought a traditional in-person experience into the digital worldTested and scaled their marketing strategies as a bootstrapped brand on the riseBranded and named their company with an almost too good to be true inspirationHaley & Adam Weidenbaum are the founders of Everhem.Links MentionedEverhemLearn more about Wavebreak: the email & CRM agency for high-growth DTC brandsSponsored by...Klaviyo — Over 265,000 innovative brands are growing their businesses by listening and understanding to cues from their customers--easily turning that information into valuable marketing messages used to build highly segmented, automated email & SMS campaigns, such as win back campaigns or abandoned cart recovery and more.Tidio — Tidio is the first software that enables small and medium-sized ecommerce brands to solve customer problems with a conversational AI chatbot called Lyro. Lyro uses technology similar to ChatGPT to answer 4 out of 5 customer questions, freeing up your support agents to solve complex issues. The AI chatbot understands context and remembers previous conversations, answering questions with fluid, natural language. Visit www.tidio.com/wave and join the Tidio Lyro waitlist to be among the first to see Lyro in action!AdNabu is the top-rated AI product feed management app trusted by 8000+ Shopify and Shopify Plus brands. Powered by the same language models fueling ChatGPT, its AI tech generates the most effective strategy for each marketplace (Google Shopping, Facebook, TikTok, and more) in real-time. Install the app or book a demo today using code LEADINGBRANDS20 for 20% off.Bloomreach - Personalization is complicated. Bloomreach makes it simple. Show millions of customers the right product, in the right place, at the right time.

In this episode of the Wavebreak Podcast, Dylan Kelley interviews Charles Gorra, the Founder and CEO of REBAG, the luxury resale authority.In the episode, the following topics are discussed:The founding story of REBAG and their innovative utilization of AIHow luxury trends have evolved in recent years and insights into the present-day market landscapeStrategies behind the top luxury brands and their ability to maintain their dominant positionsThe impact of emerging technologies and AI on the future of luxury and commerceCharles Gorra serves as the Founder and CEO of REBAG.Links MentionedRebagRebag AppRebag 2022 Clair ReportLearn more about Wavebreak: the email & CRM agency for high-growth DTC brandsSponsored by...Klaviyo — Over 265,000 innovative brands are growing their businesses by listening and understanding to cues from their customers--easily turning that information into valuable marketing messages used to build highly segmented, automated email & SMS campaigns, such as win back campaigns or abandoned cart recovery and more.Tidio — Tidio is the first software that enables small and medium-sized ecommerce brands to solve customer problems with a conversational AI chatbot called Lyro. Lyro uses technology similar to ChatGPT to answer 4 out of 5 customer questions, freeing up your support agents to solve complex issues. The AI chatbot understands context and remembers previous conversations, answering questions with fluid, natural language. Visit www.tidio.com/wave and join the Tidio Lyro waitlist to be among the first to see Lyro in action!

In this episode of the Wavebreak Podcast, Dylan Kelley interviews Meha Agrawal, Founder and CEO of Silk + Sonder, a women’s emotional health and mental wellness startup backed by Redpoint, 500 Startups, and more that makes daily and proactive self-help and self-care more personalized, accessible, and actionable for modern women and their communities.In today's interview we cover:Best practices for creating a differentiated subscription product that sets you apart from the competitionBuilding winning teams with example interview questions to find top performersHow to lean into your strengths as a founder and delegate without taking your eye off the ballMeha Agrawal is the Founder and CEO of Silk + Sonder.Links MentionedSilk + SonderLearn more about Wavebreak: the email & CRM agency for high-growth DTC brandsSponsored by...Klaviyo — Over 265,000 innovative brands are growing their businesses by listening and understanding to cues from their customers--easily turning that information into valuable marketing messages used to build highly segmented, automated email & SMS campaigns, such as win back campaigns or abandoned cart recovery and more.Tidio — Tidio is the first software that enables small and medium-sized ecommerce brands to solve customer problems with a conversational AI chatbot called Lyro. Lyro uses technology similar to ChatGPT to answer 4 out of 5 customer questions, freeing up your support agents to solve complex issues. The AI chatbot understands context and remembers previous conversations, answering questions with fluid, natural language. Visit www.tidio.com/wave and join the Tidio Lyro waitlist to be among the first to see Lyro in action!Bloomreach - Personalization is complicated. Bloomreach makes it simple. Show millions of customers the right product, in the right place, at the right time.

In this episode of the Wavebreak Podcast, Dylan Kelley interviews Kelly Watters, Co-founder and CEO of Western Rise, a high-growth apparel brand experiencing over 115% YoY growth.In this episode, you'll discover:The inspiring brand journey of Western Rise as they redefine performance apparel through a captivating blend of style and functionality.A sneak peek into their exciting future product launches and fundraising plans.The secrets behind Western Rise's ability to attract top-tier talent, accelerating their growth even further.Kelly Watters is Co-founder and CEO of Western Rise.Links MentionedWestern RiseLearn more about Wavebreak: the email & CRM agency for high-growth DTC brandsSponsored by...Klaviyo — Over 265,000 innovative brands are growing their businesses by listening and understanding to cues from their customers--easily turning that information into valuable marketing messages used to build highly segmented, automated email & SMS campaigns, such as win back campaigns or abandoned cart recovery and more.Tidio — Tidio is the first software that enables small and medium-sized ecommerce brands to solve customer problems with a conversational AI chatbot called Lyro. Lyro uses technology similar to ChatGPT to answer 4 out of 5 customer questions, freeing up your support agents to solve complex issues. The AI chatbot understands context and remembers previous conversations, answering questions with fluid, natural language. Visit www.tidio.com/wave and join the Tidio Lyro waitlist to be among the first to see Lyro in action!Bloomreach - Personalization is complicated. Bloomreach makes it simple. Show millions of customers the right product, in the right place, at the right time.

In this episode of the Wavebreak Podcast, Dylan Kelley is joined by the team at Kettle & Fire and Tatari to dive deeper into TV advertising.From the Kettle & Fire team, we're joined by Niccolo Gloazzo and Victoria Belinsky, who are the Director of eCommerce and Senior Director of Brand Marketing at Kettle & Fire, respectively.Matt Giannetti, Head of Platform Solutions at Tatari, also joins the conversation. Tatari is the TV advertising platform behind TV advertising for top brands such as Calm, Roman, Glossier, Nutrafol, Cuts, and more.This is a case study in scaling TV advertising, covering strategy, testing, creative, budget, measurement, and more.You'll also learn:Key KPIs for understanding TV ad performance like Cost Per View (CPV)Approach to testing on TV with Tatari: Testing different channels almost every week to find optimal CPV, leveraging past campaigns and insightsUnique approach in structuring the campaign for Kettle & Fire: Creating a learning agenda and testing top-performing insights from historical data, utilizing AI and machine learning to maximize testing learnings within a limited budgetApproach to creative production: Agency-produced creatives, understanding user behavior on TV and digital platforms, opportunities to align traditional and online creative approaches on streaming platformsImportance of OLV in a streaming TV strategy: The synergistic relationship between OLV and streaming in building brand awareness and responseAnd so much more!This episode is brought to you in partnership with Tatari. #adLinks MentionedTatariKettle & FireLearn more about Wavebreak: the email & CRM agency for high-growth DTC brandsSponsored by...Klaviyo — Over 265,000 innovative brands are growing their businesses by listening and understanding to cues from their customers--easily turning that information into valuable marketing messages used to build highly segmented, automated email & SMS campaigns, such as win back campaigns or abandoned cart recovery and more.Tidio — Tidio is the first software that enables small and medium-sized ecommerce brands to solve customer problems with a conversational AI chatbot called Lyro. Lyro uses technology similar to ChatGPT to answer 4 out of 5 customer questions, freeing up your support agents to solve complex issues. The AI chatbot understands context and remembers previous conversations, answering questions with fluid, natural language. Visit www.tidio.com/wave and join the Tidio Lyro waitlist to be among the first to see Lyro in action!Bloomreach - Personalization is complicated. Bloomreach makes it simple. Show millions of customers the right product, in the right place, at the right time.

In this episode of the Wavebreak Podcast, Dylan Kelley interviews Margaret Wishingrad and Ian Wishingrad, the co-founders of Three Wishes Cereal. Three Wishes is a healthy-while-delicious cereal brand that has rapidly expanded its presence in the market.In this episode, you'll learn:The motivation behind creating a nutritional cereal and how Margaret and Ian transformed Three Wishes from a concept into a national brandHow the brand secured partnerships with major retailers such as Whole Foods, Sprouts, Erewhon, and moreThe significance of their direct-to-consumer (DTC) arm in their business strategy and marketing initiativesMargaret Wishingrad and Ian Wishingrad are the CEO and CMO, respectively, and co-founders of Three Wishes Cereal.Links MentionedThree Wishes CerealLearn more about Wavebreak: the email & CRM agency for high-growth DTC brandsSponsored by...Klaviyo — Over 265,000 innovative brands are growing their businesses by listening and understanding to cues from their customers--easily turning that information into valuable marketing messages used to build highly segmented, automated email & SMS campaigns, such as win back campaigns or abandoned cart recovery and more.Tidio — Tidio is the first software that enables small and medium-sized ecommerce brands to solve customer problems with a conversational AI chatbot called Lyro. Lyro uses technology similar to ChatGPT to answer 4 out of 5 customer questions, freeing up your support agents to solve complex issues. The AI chatbot understands context and remembers previous conversations, answering questions with fluid, natural language. Visit www.tidio.com/wave and join the Tidio Lyro waitlist to be among the first to see Lyro in action!Bloomreach - Personalization is complicated. Bloomreach makes it simple. Show millions of customers the right product, in the right place, at the right time.