Carrie Kerpen interviews Bea Dixon, the founder of The Honey Pot, a feminine care company. Bea shares the inspiring story of how she received the idea for her business in a dream and transformed it into a thriving company that sold to Compass Diversified Holdings for over $380 million.
 
The conversation covers Bea's challenges and successes, her commitment to her company post-sale, and the unique experiences she faced as a black founder in the industry.
 
Bea also emphasizes the importance of responsible business management and the joy found throughout the entrepreneurial journey.
 
01:00 Bea Dixon's Journey: From Dream to Reality
02:45 The Struggle with Bacterial Vaginosis
05:25 The Turning Point: A Dream with a Solution
08:27 From Personal Solution to Public Product
12:58 Building the Honey Pot Brand
19:33 Breaking into Retail: The Target Deal
20:17 Breaking into Target: A Game-Changer
21:24 The Challenges of Fundraising
23:53 Growth and Expansion with New Voices Fund
26:01 The Decision to Sell: Timing and Strategy
34:12 Maintaining Control and Vision Post-Sale
40:06 Reflections on the Journey

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