In this enlightening episode, host Joe Steele talks with Mark Majkrzak, the innovative Founder and CEO of Responsibly Rain. This episode dives into Mark's mission to create a sustainable and responsible bottled water company. Mark shares his journey from identifying a critical environmental need to developing a product that addresses it head-on. He discusses the challenges of building an eco-friendly business, the importance of sustainability in today's market, and the innovative practices that set Responsibly Rain apart. Tune in to learn how Mark is redefining the bottled water industry with a focus on environmental responsibility and discover actionable insights for creating a business that makes a positive impact.
00:50 - The Inspiration for Rain
03:00 - How Rain Stands Out in the Bottled Water Space
04:30 - Evaluating the Idea
07:05 - Finding the Funding
10:40 - Learning to Sell
12:40 - Better Brand Identity
14:55 - Protecting Privacy
15:25 - Don’t Say Yes Too Often
17:40 - Charting the Growth
19:30 - Selling as a Solution
22:05 - Building a Community
23:45 - Brand Transparency
25:10 - Tipping Point(s)
26:25 - The First Hire
28:00 - What is the ROI?
30:30 - Managing Your Time
32:05 - What’s Next For Rain?
33:30 - Resources Rain & Mark Can’t Live Without
34:15 - Starting a Product Business
34:55 - Connecting with Rain & Mark
Show Resources:
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