
In this episode of The DTC Insider, Brian Roisentul sits down with Dr. Christine Colamonico, co-founder of Jope (Joy of Pets). Jope is a science-backed pet supplement brand created by two veterinarians on a mission to improve animal health.
We discussed:
The origin story of Jope and how her dog inspired the brand
Transitioning from veterinary practice to entrepreneurship
Building a science-backed product in an unregulated supplement market
Growing a DTC pet brand through Meta ads and customer loyalty
Challenges of scaling in a changing e-commerce landscape
Why customer experience and education are at the core of Jope's retention strategy
The pros and cons of launching with one hero product
Expanding from dogs to cats: product diversification and strategic timing
The power of calling customers and building genuine relationships
Lessons on patience, resilience, and staying authentic as a first-time founder
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