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Today, I had an incredibly insightful and inspiring chat with Marco Canora, the chef and visionary behind Brodo Broth Co. We dive into Marco’s journey of transforming his own health through bone broth, the challenges he faced bringing Brodo to life, and his vision for ...

In this episode, Rose Hamilton, Founder of Compass Rose Ventures, sits down with Eziah Syed, Co-founder and CEO of MEND, to talk about his inspiring journey and mission to revolutionize healthcare through nutrition. Eziah shared deeply personal stories that fueled his passion for creating ...

In today’s episode, Ramon Vela interviews Meredith Mann, the Founder of The Peachie Spoon. We discussed her journey of creating her health-conscious brand and how she turned a personal wellness breakthrough into a thriving business. From managing blood sugar through balanced...

In today’s episode, Ramon Vela interviews Aditya Mahapatra and Sambhav Chadha, Co-Founders of Augmentum Media. We revisited their incredible journey of building a digital marketing agency specializing in health and wellness brand influencer programs. It was fascinating to catch up with them two yea…

In this episode, Rose Hamilton, Founder of Compass Rose Ventures, interviews Eric Malka, Co-founder of The Art of Shaving and now leading Strategic Brand Investments.  Eric’s journey from starting a small business to building an iconic brand is filled with valuable lessons for entrepreneurs and bra…

In today’s episode, Ramon Vela interviews Seth Casden, Co-founder and CEO of Celliant and Hologenix, LLC, the makers of Celliant. Seth's journey involves perseverance, innovation, and an unwavering belief in his vision.  We dive deep into the fascinating world of infrared-emitting...

In this podcast episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Brad Bennett, the founder of BDBC.  Brad’s company operates in the fascinating space of PR and affiliate marketing, helping brands not only secure valuable press placements but also track real...

In this episode of The Story of a Brand Show, I sit down with Jonathan Grahm, the creative force behind Compartes, the artisanal chocolate brand beloved by celebrities and foodies alike. With over 75 years of history, Compartes has evolved into a unique combination of craftsmanship and artistry...

Today, Rose Hamilton, founder of Compass Rose Ventures, sits down with Wendy Strgar, the founder of Good Clean Love—a brand leading the charge in women’s health innovation. Wendy’s passion for women’s wellness is truly inspiring, and she shared some groundbreaking insights on...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Amy Gordinier, the incredible founder of Skinfix.  We dive deep into her journey of taking a century-old balm formula and transforming it into a brand that not only heals but also changes lives. Amy’s passion...

In this episode of The Story of a Brand Show, Ramon Vela speaks with Daniel Faierman, Partner at Habitat Partners and former PepsiCo executive. Daniel shares insights on what makes a successful CPG business, from strong gross margins to product and value proposition differentiation. He also dives d…

In this episode, I chat with Chris Hobson, the founder of Patchology and CEO of Rare Beauty Brands. Chris shares his journey from launching Patchology with a focus on innovative skincare solutions to expanding his vision with Rare Beauty Brands. His entrepreneurial wisdom...

In this episode of The Story of a Brand Show, I sit down with Aaron Nosbisch, founder and CEO of Brez, to explore the incredible journey behind his innovative cannabis beverage brand. Aaron opens up about the challenges and triumphs of building a product that provides an...

In this insightful episode, Rose Hamilton, founder of Compass Rose Ventures, welcomes back Marc Washington, the brilliant founder and CEO of Supergut, a gut health nutrition company revolutionizing the wellness space. Marc shares the deeply personal motivation behind Supergut and his mission to cre…

In this episode, I have an inspiring conversation with Steph Chen, Founder of Anyday. Steph shares her incredible journey behind Anyday’s innovative cookware, which transforms how we think about microwave cooking.

In this episode of The Story of a Brand Show, I interview Kerry O’Brien, CEO, Founder, Head Designer, and the visionary behind Commando. Kerry shared her journey from working in corporate communications to revolutionizing the intimate apparel industry with her innovative approach...

In this episode of The Story of a Brand Show, I had an incredible conversation with Danny Winer, Co-Founder and CEO of Hexclad.  Danny shared the remarkable journey of Hexclad, from the innovative idea of creating hybrid cookware to becoming a leading brand in the kitchenware industry...

In this episode of The Story of a Brand Show, I interview Ciriaco Chavez, Director of Agriculture and Innovation, and Fredric Lebourg, CEO of Fresh Press Farms.  In this episode, we delve into Fresh Press Farms' incredible journey, exploring their innovative approaches to sustainable agriculture an…

In this episode of The Story of a Brand, I interview Heather Sloan and Enwei Li, the innovative co-founders of Heali Medical. They shared their journey of creating Heali patches, a product born out of their combined expertise in chiropractic care and Chinese medicine.  Heather and Enwei discussed .…

In this episode of The Story of a Brand Show, I interview Justin Hai, the visionary Founder and CEO of Rebalance Health. Justin shares the compelling story of how a personal health crisis involving his wife led him to explore the intricate connections between cortisol, sleep, and overall...

In this episode of The Story of a Brand, I interview Kim Biddle, the dynamic Co-founder of Clutch Affiliate. Kim brings a wealth of experience and a refreshing perspective on affiliate marketing, particularly for small to medium-sized businesses. We delved into her journey from influencer...

In this episode of The Story of a Brand Show, host Rose Hamilton, Founder of Compass Rose Ventures, interviews Julia Tunstall, the Co-founder and CEO of A Bar Above.  Julia shares her fascinating journey of building a company dedicated to the art of cocktails, from the early days of education and c…

In today’s episode, host Ramon Vela dives into a fascinating conversation with Heather Wallace, CEO of Curology.  Heather shares her journey, and the incredible work Curology is doing in the skincare industry. From customized prescription skincare to expanding into hair...

In today’s episode, host Ramon Vela has an insightful conversation with Adena Merabi, Okendo's Partnership Team Lead.  Adena shares Okendo's exciting journey from its early days to becoming a powerhouse in the e-commerce tech space. We discuss the importance of customer...