Shopify Masters

Bootstrapped with $20K, Still Here grew from painted jeans to an eight-figure denim brand through grit, creativity, and discipline.For more on Still Here and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Taylor Frankel, Cofounder of NUDESTIX, shares insights from her journey in creating a minimalist beauty brand that challenges traditional norms. She discusses innovative celebrity partnerships and the demand for simplicity in beauty products. The conversation reveals how authentic storytelling and grassroots marketing keep brands relevant in a competitive landscape. Plus, Taylor emphasizes the importance of maintaining personal balance and mental health while navigating entrepreneurship.

Carina Chaz, the innovative founder of DedCool, built her multimillion-dollar fragrance company as a solo entrepreneur. She discusses her journey from a passionate idea to a thriving brand, highlighting the pivotal role of community engagement and social media. Carina emphasizes the importance of consumer feedback in shaping products and shares valuable lessons on perseverance and resilience through early setbacks. She also delves into transitioning from self-funding to securing private equity, navigating the challenges of scaling while fostering collaboration.

Bluboho grew from kitchen parties to six retail stores through human connection, customer intimacy, and strategic location planning. Today, it’s one of Canada’s most successful independently owned jewelry companies.For more on Bluboho and show notes click here.  Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Goodee’s founders built a global home goods marketplace with purpose, curated design, and a 4.5% return rate by helping customers buy better.For more on Goodee and show notes click here. Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Laura Thompson, co-founder of Three Ships, a natural skincare company, shares her inspiring journey of scaling the brand from $4,000 to $1M in just four years. She discusses the importance of strategic retail partnerships, like collaborating with Whole Foods, and her experience with rebranding and grassroots marketing. Laura emphasizes the role of a strong email strategy and community engagement in driving growth, while also highlighting the significance of founder wellness and authentic influencer relationships in sustaining success.

How Clubhouse Skin disrupted men’s skin care with bold design, clean formulas, and a transparent launch that turned followers into retail partners.For more on Clubhouse Skin and show notes click here. Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Knix founder Joanna Griffiths revolutionized women’s underwear marketing with real bodies, authentic stories, and customer-first innovation.For more on Knix and show notes click here.  Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Khulan Davaadorj, founder of Lhamour, turned her eczema journey into Mongolia’s first organic skincare brand, transforming local communities and creating job opportunities. She shares her experience from kitchen experiments to a thriving global brand, emphasizing sustainable practices. Khulan reveals the challenges faced when transitioning to North American e-commerce and the importance of customer feedback for innovation. Throughout, her dedication to sustainability and cultural heritage shines, highlighting a unique blend of beauty and social impact.

Wallace Wong, a former Michelin-starred chef and bodybuilding champion, shares his incredible journey from prestigious kitchens like Momofuku and Alinea to founding Spatula Foods. He discusses his breakthrough mindset, the importance of living life without regrets, and his unique approach to pitching to investors. Wallace reveals the challenges of scaling up food production while ensuring quality and dives into the significance of building authentic relationships in the industry. His inspiring story combines resilience, ambition, and a passion for culinary excellence.