Closing the door on my startup opened the door to more opportunities than I could have imagined. I’m proud to be an Unfounder, helping startups grow from day one. I’ve been both founder and Unfounder and now I want to share the stories no one hears; applauding the day one drivers behind brands.
You don’t have to start the brand to be the reason it made it. Forget founder fairy tales. We’re here for the Unfounders. Real talk from the people who took the leap (and what they ’d tell you before you do).
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Closing the door on my startup opened the door to more opportunities than I could have imagined. I’m proud to be an Unfounder, helping startups grow from day one. I’ve been both founder and Unfounder and now I want to share the stories no one hears; applauding the day one drivers behind brands.
You don’t have to start the brand to be the reason it made it. Forget founder fairy tales. We’re here for the Unfounders. Real talk from the people who took the leap (and what they ’d tell you before you do).
#61 - Poppy Dionian Smith & Maja Turner - FATSO [NAM & Brand & Content Manager]
The Unfounders
38 minutes
2 weeks ago
#61 - Poppy Dionian Smith & Maja Turner - FATSO [NAM & Brand & Content Manager]
Oi, FATSO. Yeah, you heard that right...
No, I'm not insulting you - I'm talking about the unapologetically FAT and delicious chocolate brand FATSO as this week I sit down with the lovely Poppy Dionian Smith - National Account Manager and Maja Turner - Brand & Content Manager.
I LOVED this conversation. From the playful name and branding - which when unwrapped has so much more to share, from their ethical sourcing from a single farm in Cambodia, to supporting the chocolate dream charity initiative and so much more.
Honestly, the chocolate is unbelievably good, and I loved hearing why Poppy and Maja joined the team and why they love what they do!
As always thanks to our fantastic sponsor Mission Kitchen!
If you're a chef, baker of food brand looking to grow, then head on over to book a tour at their site in Nine Elms, London today.
Also if you want to build a brand consumers love, you NEED to speak with my incredible new sponsor Against Ordinary - the masterminds behind my gorgeous new rebrand.
They also have a 5-Minute Brand Test to help you uncover what’s working, what’s holding you back, and where your untapped potential lies. Give the Brand Scorecard a go today!
Check out the ever growing Unfounders Song Selection playlist on Spotify.... it's WILD.
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Intro by Free Flowin' from Uppbeat
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
https://uppbeat.io/t/hey-pluto/nod-your-head
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to FATSO and Its Founders
02:52 The Brand Story and Ethical Sourcing
05:40 The Team Dynamics and Company Culture
08:17 Personal Journeys to FATSO
11:25 Typical Workweeks and Responsibilities
14:09 The Impact of the Brand Name 'FATSO'
22:58 The Allure of Unique Branding
24:29 Childhood Dreams and Culinary Passions
25:42 Lessons from the Journey
27:26 The Importance of Passion in Work
29:29 Navigating Management and Team Dynamics
30:23 Exciting Developments for the Holiday Season
32:04 Learning from Setbacks
34:52 The Soundtrack of Work Life
The Unfounders
Closing the door on my startup opened the door to more opportunities than I could have imagined. I’m proud to be an Unfounder, helping startups grow from day one. I’ve been both founder and Unfounder and now I want to share the stories no one hears; applauding the day one drivers behind brands.
You don’t have to start the brand to be the reason it made it. Forget founder fairy tales. We’re here for the Unfounders. Real talk from the people who took the leap (and what they ’d tell you before you do).
