Leaders in Business: Building an Online Pet Supplement Company w/ Michael La Spisa

Leaders in Business: Building an Online Pet Supplement Company w/ Michael La Spisa

July 20, 2026 · 49 min · Episode 161

About this episode

Michael La Spisa discusses building a successful e-commerce pet supplement brand during the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this episode, we sit down with Michael LaSpisa, co-founder of Googipet, to explore how he built a successful e-commerce pet supplement brand from the ground up during the COVID-19 pandemic. Michael shares how identifying an underserved Amazon niche, developing a high-quality product with the right manufacturing partner, and focusing on customer trust helped the company grow from a single multivitamin into a thriving brand. He also explains the realities of launching a product business, managing inventory, competing against larger brands, and why long-term success depends on making smart decisions before scaling. The conversation also dives into the changing world of e-commerce, discussing Amazon's increasing competition, the importance of building a direct relationship with customers, and the lessons learned from supplier failures that nearly derailed the business. Michael explains why operational systems, consistent product quality, and adapting to market changes are essential for sustainable growth. He also shares his long-term vision of building a company that can eventually be sold while continuing to create new businesses with his family. Beyond e-commerce, Michael…

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