About this episode
Scott Shapiro shares his journey from comedian to Executive Director of Europa Eyewear, discussing the transformation of a family business into a leader in independent eyewear.
What does it take to transform a family business into a powerhouse for independent eyewear? And why would a former comedian be the one to do it? In this episode, Scott Shapiro shares his journey from the stage to the boardroom. About the guest: Scott Harris Shapiro is the Executive Director of Europa Eyewear, a company founded by his parents in 1977, where he grew up in the business and now leads its growth, including pioneering American luxury eyewear manufacturing with brands like State Opt...
People in this episode
Guest: Scott Harris Shapiro
Topics covered
- family business
- independent eyewear
- comedy
- business transformation
Keywords
- eyewear manufacturing
- luxury eyewear
- business growth
Mentioned in this episode
Products: Europa Eyewear, State Optical Co.
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