Send us a textBuilding a Sustainable and Ethical Homewares Brand: An Interview with Nareen Holloway from Marmoset FoundIn this episode I interview Nareen Holloway, the founder of the homewares company Marmoset Found. Nareen shares her journey from working in streetwear retail to creating a sustainable homewares brand known for its long-lasting ceramics and glassware. The discussion covers the challenges and risks she faced, including finding ethical manufacturers, evolving her product line, and managing logistics. Nareen also provides insights into her marketing strategies, the importance of beautiful imagery, and balancing work-life harmony. This episode offers valuable advice for anyone looking to turn their creative passion into a successful business.00:00 Introduction to the Lotco Business Podcast00:32 Special Guest: Noreen Holloway from Marmoset Found02:02 Founding Marmoset Found: The Journey Begins04:04 Navigating Manufacturing and Early Challenges05:13 Scaling Up: From Small Orders to Big Risks06:57 Warehouse Evolution and Stock Management10:14 Marketing Strategies and Trade Fairs12:27 Team Dynamics and Operational Efficiency15:03 Marketing and Customer Engagement17:57 Challenges and Opportunities in Business20:48 Setting Up Wholesale Pricing22:42 Balancing Family and Business27:32 Dealing with Copycats29:55 Finding Inspiration31:21 Starting a Brand32:54 The Value of Wholesale34:37 Supporting Wholesale Customers37:22 Conclusion and Contact InformationSupport the showI'm Mel Robbins! from @thelotcoGrab my free training: Your 90-Day Plan to a Profitable Product Business Without Relying On Social Media From not enough sales to effortless abundance and creating consistent sales in your business with this roadmap. Want a Roadmap to Building a Profitable Product Business head here for directions! Looking for ongoing support to grow your brand and sell more of your product? Join the Product Business Growth Club here. Find more details at https://www.thelotco.com.au/Business Coach for product-based businesses. Teaching creative business women how to build a scalable and profitable million-dollar product business whether a physical Retail store or Brand.Over 25 years as a Retail and Wholesale Strategist (Sales and Marketing for Brands).Grab my 8 step checklist on building a profitable product business.

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