

Consumer VC: Venture Capital I B2C Startups I Commerce | Early-Stage Investing I Brands
Mike Gelb
Consumer VC takes a look into early-stage consumer investing and venture capital. If you are interested in learning about consumer trends, have a b2c business and interested in learning about the fundraising process at the early stage, you have come to the right place.Mike interviews some of the top venture capitalists in the world that focus on B2C and consumer type companies or have a deep track record investing in these categories such as marketplaces, SaaS, social, CPG and non-tech subscription.Mike also interviews founders that are building some of the most disruptive consumer facing companies in the world. The conversation usually includes the insight the founder discovered, fundraising strategy, and the pitch.This podcast also includes bonus episodes. Each bonus episode dives into a particular subject that might not have to due with the fundraise or venture capital, but still would be helpful to founders. For example, a bonus episode on brand strategy or how to construct a board of directors. All bonus episodes will be clearly labeled.For all episodes, please visit www.theconsumervc.com. For updates, you can follow @mikegelb on Twitter.
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Dec 27, 2020 • 26min
Holiday Highlights: Eric Paley, Founding Partner at Founder Collective
This episode are highlights from my conversation with Eric Paley.Thank you Adelle Archer for introducing me to today's guest, Eric Paley, who is one of the Managing Partners at Founder Collective. Founder Collective's mission is to be the most aligned VC for founders at seed. Some of Eric's investments include Uber, CoverWallet, Seat Geek, Whoop, Thred Up and so many other incredible companies.Links:Click here to listen to my full conversation with Eric.Click here on Mobile to join our Community.

Dec 26, 2020 • 24min
Holiday Highlights: Soraya Darabi, Founding Partner TMV
This is a highlight from my conversation with Soraya Darabi.Soraya is one of the Founding Partners of TMV, where she focuses on the future of living well.Links:Click Here to Listen to Full Episode with Soraya DarabiClick Here on Mobile to Join Our Community

Dec 25, 2020 • 25min
Holiday Highlights: Rishi Garg, Partner at Mayfield Fund
This episode are highlights from my conversation with Rishi Garg.Rishi Garg Rishi is a partner at Mayfield. Mayfield is a global venture capital firm with a people first philosophy of investing.Links:Full Episode with Rishi GargClick on Mobile to Join Community

Dec 18, 2020 • 17min
Holiday Recap: Jiake Liu, CEO of Outer
This episode are highlights from my conversation with Jiake.Outer is an extraordinary company that is reengineering outdoor furniture. Business Insider named them the #1 fastest growing DTC brands.If you enjoy this episode, click here to listen to my full conversation with him.

Dec 17, 2020 • 21min
Holiday Recap: Jessica Rolph & Rod Morris, Co-CEOs of Lovevery
This episode are highlights from my conversation with Jessica & Rod.Jessica Rolph and Rod Morris, the co-founders of Lovevery, staged-based play essentials designed by experts, built for babies and toddlers up to age 3.If you enjoy this episode, click here to listen to my full conversation with Jessica & Rod

Dec 16, 2020 • 15min
Holiday Recap: Michael Barlow, CEO of Fernish
This episode are highlights from my conversation with Michael Barlow, CEO of Fernish.Thank you Anna Barber for the intro to today's guest, Michael Barlow, founder and CEO of Fernish. Fernish offers premium furniture rentals that feel like home, delivered and assembled in a week.If you enjoy this episode, click here to listen to my full conversation with XXX

Dec 15, 2020 • 11min
Holiday Recap: Betsy Fore & Sofia Laurell, Co-CEOs of Tiny Organics
This episode are highlights from my conversation with Betsy Fore & Sofia Laurell, Co-CEOs and Founders of Tiny Organics.Tiny Organics delivers organic, fresh, nutrient-rich baby and toddler meals created by their Infant Nutritionist. Their goal is to help every parent feed their baby and toddler the healthiest food.If you enjoy this episode, click here to listen to my full conversation with Betsy and Sofia.

Dec 14, 2020 • 19min
Holiday Recap: George Milton, CEO of Yellowbird Sauce
This episode are highlights from my conversation with George Milton.George Milton is the co-founder and CEO of Yellowbird Sauce, Spicy condiments crafted to take you on a fiery–fresh food adventure.If you enjoy this episode, click here to listen to my full conversation with George

Dec 13, 2020 • 11min
Holiday Recap: Coulter Lewis, CEO of Sunday
This episode are highlights from my conversation with Coulter Lewis.Coulter Lewis is the founder and CEO of Sunday. Sunday provides nutrient and soil health plans for garden and lawn care. Previously, Coulter founded Quinn Snacks, the successful farm to bag snack company.If you enjoy this episode, click here to listen to my full conversation with Coulter

Dec 12, 2020 • 11min
Holiday Recap: Adelle Archer, CEO of Eterneva
This episode are highlights from my episode with Adelle Archer.Adelle Archer is the founder of Eterneva, which celebrates remarkable lives by making diamonds from Ashes. Eterneva was featured on Shark Tank, in which Mark Cuban joined other incredible angels and VCs as an investor. This episode focuses in the end of life space.If you enjoy this, click here to listen to Adelle's full episode.Click here on your phone to join The Consumer VC Community