Leilani Brown interviews Eric Ryan, a serial entrepreneur known for brands like Method and Welly. Ryan discusses his early entrepreneurial aspirations, influenced by his family's automotive business. He emphasizes the importance of creating products that elevate everyday items and bring joy. Ryan highlights the significance of partnerships and capital, noting the pressure of using friends and family's money. He advises entrepreneurs to focus on cultural shifts and team dynamics. Ryan also stresses the need for adaptability and agility in startups, using AI as an example of transformative technology. He concludes with advice on maintaining a growth mindset and improving oneself.
ABOUT ERIC
Eric Ryan is an entrepreneur whose ventures have consistently redefined the consumer landscape. As the creative force behind method, he made eco-friendly cleaning products a household staple, blending sustainability with style. With OLLY, he revolutionized the vitamin aisle, making wellness both accessible and appealing. Welly, his next innovation, introduced a beauty-forward approach to first aid, transforming mundane health essentials into desirable lifestyle accessories. In the realm of retail, his venture Cast reimagines the experience of shopping for fine jewelry, marrying artisan craftsmanship with a joyful shopping ethos. Not resting on his laurels, Ryan recently launched Tandy, a candy brand that is not only better for you but also bring functional benefits to everyone’s favorite treat.
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