Episode # 143 Andy Whitman-Managing partner at Loft Growth Partners скачать в хорошем качестве

Episode # 143 Andy Whitman-Managing partner at Loft Growth Partners

Episode #143 Today the Road 2 Retail team spends time with Andy Whitman - Managing Partner with the investment firm Loft Growth Partners. Andy shares his experiences over the course of our wide-ranging conversation about investing in Emerging Brands. Please follow the Road 2 Retail podcast- details below. Plus- give us a follow-on LinkedIn. Learn more at www.road2retail.com. Follow the Road 2 Retail podcast on the following platforms: Apple podcasts-https://lnkd.in/gs3BfXbd Spotify- https://lnkd.in/ewWcnYpY YouTube channel-    / @road2retail327  . In today's discussion with Andy Whitman, we cover the following topics: With EXPO West upon us, Andy discusses the importance of an emerging brand having a specific plan for this show and knowing what your goals are for the show A recap of the M&A activities in the emerging brand space to date in 2026- lots of action! The five points a brand must nail down to secure a meeting (let alone a check) from an investment firm The importance of being aligned with an investor prior to accepting their money. Lack of alignment a major headache for founders and investors alike! The need to be highly organized throughout the process of looking for funding. Financials must be very specific with regard to current expenses and the allocation of future investment dollars A Wisconsin Badger fan with a budding interest in Colorado Buffaloes women's basketball as well! Thanks to our sponsors: Eagle Labs Inc: Contract manufacturing of OTC and HBA products https://www.eaglelabsinc.com Market Performance Group- A sales agency helping brands grow https://www.marketperfomancegroup.com Enjoy the show! Please share the Road 2 Retail with a colleague and leave us a review. Learn more at www.road2retail.com. Want to be on the show? DM us on LinkedIn!