Revolutionizing Dog Nutrition: Inside Hello Bello with Stephan Freh
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Join George Kapernaros as he sits down with with Stephan Freh, co-founder of Hello Bello, to delve into the intricacies of managing business challenges and cofounder dynamics. Stephan shares his insights on balancing entrepreneurial stressors, the importance of probability-based decision-making, and maintaining a healthy, complementary partnership with co-founders.
Get a glimpse into the resilience tested by setbacks like an office fire and how innovation and collaboration with tech partners have propelled Hello Bello forward. Stephan discusses the joys and struggles of creating personalized, human-grade dog food and navigating the bustling pet tech industry.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
03:25 Bankers transition to managing client family offices.
09:41 Simple dog care provided by configurator questions.
12:14 Complex business with limited funding; outsourced production.
16:12 Plan exit strategies early to prevent messiness.
19:14 Optimism and analysis crucial for startup success.
21:21 Partnerships formed naturally, sustaining long-term collaboration.
26:00 Tech-driven pet food with innovative partnerships.
29:37 Tough circumstances manageable; avoid multiple simultaneous challenges.
Guest Link:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-freh/
Don’t miss out on Stephan’s invaluable advice for startup success and fostering positive cofounder relationships. Tune in to glean actionable insights and be inspired by Stephan Freh’s journey! Lastly, reach out to George if you have a fascinating business story to share!
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