From Simple Modern and CEO Mike Beckham, welcome to Scaling for Good. Mike and special guests share the playbook to start, build, grow AND give generously. Here you’ll get to hang with, Mike Beckham, who started and built a 9-figure insulated drinkware company, Simple Modern… with one simple goal: to give generously. In each episode, Mike breaks down simple principles learned from his journey that can revolutionize your business, organization or just about anything you’re building.
In this season finale, Mike and Heather Beckham discuss their journey of starting Simple Modern and the challenges and joys of being married to an entrepreneur. They share how faith has played a role in building the company and striving for excellence in all areas of life. They also discuss the importance of work-life balance…
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Corbin Wallace, Chief Growth Officer, played a key role in navigating the complex licensing landscape. Together with Mike, they explore the intricacies of building partnerships with iconic brands like Disney and the NFL, emphasizing the art and science of licensing. The episode covers challenges faced in securing licenses, the creative processes involved in designing unique…
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Jeff Hannam, the Chief Financial Officer and Mike discuss the challenges of recruiting Hannam, who had no prior experience in the consumer packaged goods industry but eventually joined as CFO. The conversation delves into the strategic decisions made early in Simple Modern’s growth, emphasizing the importance of building a strong financial organization and making the…
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Caleb Phillips, the Vice President of Technology at Simple Modern and Mike discuss the challenges and opportunities that arise when integrating technology into a non-tech company, the importance of understanding the business side of technical tools, and how building relationships plays a significant role in successful technology implementations. Discover how effective communication and building pathways…
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Chris Hoyle, CMO at Simple Modern, explores the challenges and growth of the brand. Mike and Chris discuss the importance of aligning the organization with a shared purpose and reminisce about the company’s early days. They highlight the role of style in connecting with customers, emphasizing the magic of double vacuum insulation. The narrative unfolds…
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Embark on a 13-year entrepreneurial journey with Mike Beckham where he shares the highs and lows of building businesses. Beckham unveils the key to business success—cultivating a winning culture. Live from his keynote at the Main Street Summit, Mike explores the intricacies of culture and introduces three underestimated pillars: trust, purpose, and ownership. Trust, the…
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Bryan Porter, co-founder of Simple Modern, takes over the host chair to interview Mike Beckham, the CEO of Simple Modern. As Mike navigates the unfamiliar territory of being a guest on his own podcast, Bryan jumps into Mike’s background prior to Simple Modern, exploring his atypical journey from a finance undergraduate to the world of…
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Bryan Porter, the Chief e-Commerce Officer of Simple Modern discusses the company strategy for achieving initial traction on Amazon, emphasizing a channel strategy over a product strategy. Mike and Bryan describe the intricacies of succeeding on Amazon, emphasizing the importance of understanding the platform’s algorithm and customer behavior. The speakers share insights into building effective…
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Lee Graves has played a pivotal role in scaling the company. He discusses the challenges and strategic decisions made during the process. Mike and Lee touch upon the critical aspect of finding the right partners for scaling operations, focusing on manufacturing, shipping, and fulfillment warehousing. They navigate through the importance of humility, the willingness to…
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In 2017, the company had one of its biggest days. In this episode, you’ll hear the remarkable story of how Simple Modern, a company known for its stylish water bottles and lifestyle products, forged a multi-year partnership with Target, resulting in millions of dollars in product sales on Target shelves. Mike Beckham, CEO and co-founder…
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