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Transforming DTC via supply chain innovations with Boll & Branch CEO Scott Tannen | E1809
Transforming DTC via supply chain innovations with Boll & Branch CEO Scott Tannen | E1809
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56 minutes
Released:
Sep 14, 2023
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Podcast episode
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Today’s show:
Boll & Branch CEO Scott Tannen joins Jason to discuss taking control of the supply chain (11:40), building a trusted brand through transparency (18:12), the importance of boots-on-the-ground methodology (28:02), and much more!
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Time stamps:
(0:00) Boll & Branch CEO Scott Tannen joins Jason
(3:12) Boll & Branch’s position in the market
(4:53) The origin story, insights gained about supply chains, and increasing product quality
(10:17) Squarespace - Use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain at https://Squarespace.com/TWIST
(11:40) Going deep into the supply chain dynamics and Boll & Branch’s key innovation
(16:05) The benefits of organic cotton and creating a cost of goods advantage
(18:12) How traceability sets Boll & Branch apart as a textile brand
(24:40) Plunge - Go to https://plunge.com and use code twist150 for $150 off
(26:11) Hotels and the hospitality business
(28:02) The importance of Fairtrade certification and the boots-on-the-ground methodology
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(40:04) Human rights, inclusion, and global wages
(45:10) The impact of inflation post-covid and the changes in consumer behavior
(46:48) The cost of marketing and the channels that work
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Check out Boll & Branch: https://www.bollandbranch.com/
FOLLOW Scott: https://twitter.com/scotttannen
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NetSuite, by Oracle. The business management software that handles every aspect of your business in an easy-to-use cloud platform. Schedule a FREE product tour and receive your FREE guide: “Seven Actions Businesses Need to Take Now” at NetSuite.com/TWIST.
*
Today’s show:
Boll & Branch CEO Scott Tannen joins Jason to discuss taking control of the supply chain (11:40), building a trusted brand through transparency (18:12), the importance of boots-on-the-ground methodology (28:02), and much more!
*
Time stamps:
(0:00) Boll & Branch CEO Scott Tannen joins Jason
(3:12) Boll & Branch’s position in the market
(4:53) The origin story, insights gained about supply chains, and increasing product quality
(10:17) Squarespace - Use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain at https://Squarespace.com/TWIST
(11:40) Going deep into the supply chain dynamics and Boll & Branch’s key innovation
(16:05) The benefits of organic cotton and creating a cost of goods advantage
(18:12) How traceability sets Boll & Branch apart as a textile brand
(24:40) Plunge - Go to https://plunge.com and use code twist150 for $150 off
(26:11) Hotels and the hospitality business
(28:02) The importance of Fairtrade certification and the boots-on-the-ground methodology
(38:33) NetSuite - Download your free KPI Checklist at http://netsuite.com/twist
(40:04) Human rights, inclusion, and global wages
(45:10) The impact of inflation post-covid and the changes in consumer behavior
(46:48) The cost of marketing and the channels that work
*
Check out Boll & Branch: https://www.bollandbranch.com/
FOLLOW Scott: https://twitter.com/scotttannen
*
Read LAUNCH Fund 4 Deal Memo: https://www.launch.co/four
Apply for Funding: https://www.launch.co/apply
Buy ANGEL: https://www.angelthebook.com
Great recent interviews: Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarland, PrayingForExits, Jenny Lefcourt
Check out Jason’s suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanis
*
Follow Jason:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jason
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jason
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanis
*
Follow TWiST:
Substack: https://twistartups.substack.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartups
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekin
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Subscribe to the Founder University Podcast: https://www.founder.university/podcast
Released:
Sep 14, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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