The Foundr Podcast with Nathan Chan

Omnisend | Get 50% off your first 3 months of email and SMS marketing with Omnisend with the code FOUNDR50. Just head to omnisend.com/foundr to get started. ✅ Want all-access to step-by-step training from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders? Start your Foundr+ $1 trial today → ⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠ ✅ Prefer 1-on-1 mentorship to launch or scale your brand faster? Apply for eCommerce coaching: → Starting your ecom biz? ⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠ → Already selling and want to scale? ⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: In this episode, Kristina Karlsson, founder of Kikki.K and Dream Life, opens up about building a $100M global brand, losing it all, and why she's starting again—this time, on her own terms. She reveals: ✅ The wild journey of scaling Kikki.K to 120 stores in 6 countries ✅ How losing her business twice reshaped her view of failure and resilience ✅ Why journaling became her most powerful tool for balance and clarity ✅ The hard lessons from choosing the wrong investors and CEOs ✅ How she’s building Dream Life with more freedom, purpose & creativity If you’ve ever had to start over—or fear what would happen if you did—this episode will leave you inspired, grounded, and ready to create again. 📩 How We Can Help You Scale Your Business Faster 🔥 Want to learn directly from 7, 8 & 9-figure founders inside Foundr+? Start your $1 trial today → ⁠⁠Click Here⁠⁠ 💡 Prefer a custom roadmap and 1-on-1 coaching? → Starting from scratch? → ⁠⁠Apply here⁠⁠ → Already have a store? → ⁠⁠Apply here⁠⁠ 🔗 Connect With Nathan Chan 📸 ⁠Instagram⁠ 💼 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ 🔗 Connect With Dany Garcia 📸 ⁠Instagram⁠ 🌍 ⁠Website⁠ 💼 ⁠LinkedIn⁠ 🎯 Follow Foundr for More Business Growth Strategies 📺 ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ 🌍 ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ 📸 ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ 📘 ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ 🐦 ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ 💼 ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ 🎙️ ⁠⁠Podcast

Dany Garcia, a powerhouse in entertainment and business, is the driving force behind brands such as ZOA Energy and Teremana Tequila. She shares her journey from finance to managing Dwayne Johnson and producing major films. Dany discusses the importance of strategic decision-making and her mantra of 'firing herself' from roles to foster growth. She reveals how GSTQ evolved from a youthful dream into a thriving fashion label and outlines her vision for transforming the XFL. Her insights on passion, branding, and legacy are a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs.

In this episode, Jordan Menard breaks down what it really takes to scale Facebook ads in 2025. He shares why creative is now the targeting, why brands need to focus more on offers than tactics, and how to fix your conversion economics to unlock serious scale. Jordan also walks through his exact ad creative process—including scripting, ad types, and how to test offers to find your hero. If you're spending money on ads and not getting results, this episode will change the way you approach performance marketing forever.Listen to Nathan and Jordan discuss:- How Jordan built a $300M+ track record in Facebook ads without a website or outbound marketing- Why scaling doesn’t start in Ads Manager—it starts with better inputs: offer, creative, numbers- The four leverage points that unlock profitable scale: product, audience, margins, and operations- How to use AI to generate ad angles and customer pain points- The two creative briefs Jordan uses for every ad: scripted for actors, unscripted for influencersAnd much more business advice…Click here to start your business for $1. You’ll get all-access foundr+, where you’ll find more in-depth, proven strategies from founders like our guest today and support and advice from our global community of 30,000 founders.If you loved this conversation and learned something new, rate and review this episode.Stay in touch with us, follow foundr on your favorite platform: Foundr.com Instagram YouTube Facebook X LinkedIn Magazine

Nick Mowbray, co-founder of ZURU, shares his journey from backyard balloon projects to creating a $11 billion toy empire. He discusses living frugally in China for seven years to build his business and the tough lessons learned, including a significant lawsuit. Mowbray emphasizes the "2% better every week" mentality that propelled ZURU ahead of giants like Hasbro and Mattel. He also highlights innovative e-commerce strategies and the importance of adapting to market trends, all while maintaining a lean, self-funded business model.

Jake Kassan, co-founder of Movement Watches, shares his journey from building a $100M brand to grappling with an identity crisis post-sale. He discusses the overwhelming loneliness that followed financial success and the realization that money alone doesn’t bring fulfillment. Jake reveals how his passion for video production reignited his creativity and the importance of personal values over mere financial achievements. His insights resonate deeply with founders facing burnout and searching for meaning in their entrepreneurial lives.

In this conversation, Tori Gill, founder of Sun & Daughter and a former hairdresser, shares her remarkable journey of launching a six-figure sunscreen brand in just three months. She discusses identifying a market gap and how she leveraged Instagram for rapid sales. Tori recounts the challenges of obtaining TGA approval and navigating manufacturing hurdles. Additionally, she reveals the importance of product bundling and building a community around her brand, while balancing entrepreneurial ambitions with family life.

Jessica Hatzis, co-founder of Frank Body, shares her inspiring journey of building a $100 million skincare brand with just $10,000. She emphasizes the power of brand voice and how they revolutionized beauty marketing using relatable social media strategies. Jessica discusses navigating copycat brands, transitioning from influencer giveaways to structured ambassador programs, and the challenges of leading a growing team. She also reflects on balancing business growth with motherhood, revealing how risk-taking has been vital to their success in a competitive market.

Dan Martell, a serial entrepreneur and SaaS growth expert, shares his inspiring transformation from a troubled youth to a successful tech leader. He discusses his Buy Back Your Time framework for scaling businesses without burnout and the 1-3-1 decision-making method to empower teams. Martell also delves into the importance of leverage for entrepreneurial success and compares bootstrapping with raising capital. With insights on hiring, leadership, and optimizing pricing, this conversation is a goldmine for SaaS founders aiming for sustainable growth.

In this episode, Matthew Orlic shares how he built Qure Skincare into a $50M+ brand in just three years. After losing $5M when Dick Smith collapsed overnight, Matthew had to reinvent himself, shifting from wholesale to digital marketing and mastering a multichannel e-commerce approach.He dives into how he applied four key leverage points—product, audience, margin, and operating costs—to scale sustainably without relying on Meta ads.This conversation is filled with invaluable insights for entrepreneurs on mindset, resilience, and building a profitable brand in today’s competitive market.Click here to start your business for $1. You’ll get all-access foundr+, where you’ll find more in-depth, proven strategies from founders like our guest today and support and advice from our global community of 30,000 founders.If you loved this conversation and learned something new, rate and review this episode.Stay in touch with us, follow foundr on your favorite platform: Foundr.com Instagram YouTube Facebook X LinkedIn Magazine

In this episode, Rachael Wilde, founder of TBH Skincare, shares how she went from a marketing career in the medical devices industry to creating a leading skincare brand. She talks about discovering patented acne-fighting technology, securing licensing rights, and launching TBH Skincare with her mother as a co-founder. Rachael dives deep into how she leveraged influencer marketing, TikTok virality, and retail partnerships with Priceline to scale the business. Entrepreneurs will learn about bootstrapping, brand storytelling, and the power of community in building a product-based business.Listen to Nathan and Rachael discuss:- Rachael’s transition from corporate marketing to co-founding a skincare company- How she secured the licensing rights to a groundbreaking acne technology- The viral TikTok moment that turned TBH Skincare profitable overnight- Her approach to handling funding, from friends and family investments to equity crowdfunding- The process of merging TBH Skincare into York Street Brands and what’s next for the business- And much more business advice…Click here to start your business for $1. You’ll get all-access foundr+, where you’ll find more in-depth, proven strategies from founders like our guest today and support and advice from our global community of 30,000 founders.If you loved this conversation and learned something new, rate and review this episode.Stay in touch with us, follow foundr on your favorite platform: Foundr.com Instagram YouTube Facebook X LinkedIn Magazine