129 - Brad Schultz, Beatbox

Earned: Unlocking the Power of the Creator Economy

In Ep. 129 of Earned, Conor sits down with Brad Schultz, co-founder and CMO of BeatBox. To start, we dive into how Brad and his high school buddy Justin Fenchel (fellow co-founder and CEO of BeatBox) evolved from teenage business enthusiasts to the masterminds behind a beverage revolution. Brad pulls back the curtain around the pair’s experience on Shark Tank, and we hear how the critical mentorship of Mark Cuban fueled the brand’s trajectory towards innovation and market success. We then discuss the strategic shifts that propelled BeatBox to new heights, like transitioning to eco-conscious Tetra Pak packaging. We explore the complex challenges of the alcohol industry's regulatory landscape and how Beatbox has navigated them with grace. Switching gears, Brad touches on Beatbox’s influencer marketing program and the community-building strategies that have kept the brand top of mind for consumers. To close the show, Brad reveals his favorite BeatBox flavors.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. How leveraging word-of-mouth marketing, real-life experiences, and influencer partnerships can expand your brand.
2. How strategic product shifts, like transitioning to eco-friendly single-serve packaging, and a strong brand identity centered on community have propelled BeatBox to the top of the alcohol industry.
3. How BeatBox’s Shark Tank appearance, mentorship from Mark Cuban, and subsequent strategic decisions played pivotal roles in navigating financial hardships and regulatory challenges in the alcohol industry.

Resources:

• Beatbox - https://beatboxbeverages.com/

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• Brad’s LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradorbradley/

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• CreatorIQ LinkedIn - @creatoriq

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