Today I’m absolutely thrilled to have Olivia Ferdi, CEO and co-founder of TRIP, join us once again on fhe show.Since her last appearance on Brand Growth Heroes, TRIP has skyrocketed from around £14 million in annual sales to a projected $100 million this year.In this episode, Olivia shares with me how she and her team have achieved incredible growth, from blending CBD drinks in their kitchen as newlyweds to leading a global brand that’s changing how we think about calm, wellbeing, and soft drinks. We talk about:How TRIP’s super impressive recent raise came together and what it means for the next stage of growthExpansion and growth in the US markerBuilding a globalbrand around the feeling of calmThe power of consumer insight and innovation in scaling fastBalancing bold ambition with authenticity, motherhood, and leadershipHow Olivia herself has evolved from lawyer to founder and the hidden ‘superpowers’ she’s discovered along the way- and how you can find yours tooWhat struck me most in this conversation is Olivia’s honesty about growth, instinct, and personal transformation. She reminds us that every one of us might have a hidden superpower we haven’t yet discovered, and that’s both liberating and exciting.If you enjoy this episode, please like, follow, or subscribe on your podcast app, and share it with a fellow founder or colleague who’ll be inspired by Olivia’s story.Useful linksTRIP websiteTRIP InstagramConnect with Olivia Ferdi on LinkedInConnect with TRIP on LinkedInFind out more about CALM: The #1 app for sleep, meditation and relaxation here============================================================Thanks to Brand Growth Heroes’ podcast sponsor - Joelson, the commercial law firm=============================================================If you're a founder, you already know how much of your energy goes into building the perfect product, creating standout branding and connecting with your consumers.But don’t forget that scaling a CPG business also comes with a maze of legal complexities that can make or break your business journey. From contracts, term sheets and regulatory compliance to protecting your brand's intellectual property as you expand, it's essential to get it right.And that starts with the right legal partner.So we're thrilled to introduce Joelson, a leading commercial law firm that specialises in guiding the founders of scaling CPG brands, as Brand Growth Heroes' sponsor.With long-term relationships with clients like Little Moons, Trip, Eat Natural, Bear Graze, and Pulsin, Joelson is also famous for advising the innocent founders in their landmark sale to Coca-Cola! As a female team, we are especially impressed by Joelson's commitment to championing female founders in CPG.Not many law firms are also BCorps, nor do they specialise in helping founders navigate the legal challenges of scaling without stifling the creativity and momentum that got you here in the first place. So thanks, Joelson—we’re delighted to have you on board.If you'd like to get in touch to find out more, why don't you drop them a line at [email protected]!==============================================A tiny favour: If this episode inspires you to think about new ways to drive business growth, please could you click FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE on your favourite podcast app and leave a review?This small gesture from you means the world to us, and allows us to share these nuggets of insight and value with you more often.You won’t want to miss the next episode, in which Fiona Fitz talks with another successful founder of a challenger brand who shares more valuable insights into driving growth.Please don't hesitate to join our Brand Growth Heroes community to stay updated with captivating stories and learnings from your beloved brands on their path to success!Follow us on our Brand Growth Heroes socials: LinkedIn,Facebook, Instagramand YouTube.Thanks to our Sound Engineer, Gyp Buggane, Ballagroove.com and podcast producer/content creator, Kathryn Watts, Social KEWS.

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