This Week in Startups: Transforming DTC via supply chain innovations with Boll & Branch CEO Scott Tannen | E1809
Jason Calacanis 9/14/23 - Episode Page
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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
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(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
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(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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