Poppi Founders | How They Built Poppi Into A $500 Million A Year Soda Company In 4 Years (Then Sold For $2 Billion)
About this episode
Alison and Stephen Ellsworth discuss their journey of building Poppi into a $2 billion beverage company and the challenges they faced along the way.
Alison and Stephen Ellsworth, founders of Poppi, share how they went from early-stage struggles and personal health challenges to building and exiting a $2 billion beverage company. They discuss risking financial stability, validating their product through real customers, leveraging viral content for growth, and navigating the realities of scaling a business as a married couple. This episode explores entrepreneurship, brand building, leadership, and the mindset required to sustain long-term success. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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