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Tom & Tom Golf Podcast
T&T Golf Podcast, Episode 101 - "Too Much, Way Too Much to Talk About This Week!"
With two of the three Boyz gearing up for their upcoming trip to Pebble Beach, you can bet the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am will be front and center. We’ll also dive into Neal Shipley’s TGL debut, Sergio Garcia’s new golf ball, and Patrick Reed playing some scorching golf. Tune in for all of that (and plenty more) on the next episode.
2026-02-12
1h 07
DTC Podcast
DTC Podcast | New to the DTC Podcast Network: Agency Confidential. Tom Shipley on Buying Growth: Scaling Your Agency Through Acquisitions
Follow Agency Confidential on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6lbaJzKRArC51qwCX00fUp?si=QdWT3jyjTAC3cUgB–r58w Follow Agency Confidential on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AgencyConfidential “Any business problem can be solved with an acquisition.” In Episode 1 of Agency Confidential, Jeff Shannon sits down with investor and operator Tom Shipley to break down how agencies actually use M&A as a growth lever—from buying businesses with limited capital to structuring deals that reduce risk. Tom shares the stories behind his first acquisitions, the criteria he uses to...
2026-01-31
37 min
DTC Podcast
New to the DTC Podcast Network: Agency Confidential. Tom Shipley on Buying Growth: Scaling Your Agency Through Acquisitions
Follow Agency Confidential on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6lbaJzKRArC51qwCX00fUp?si=QdWT3jyjTAC3cUgB--r58wFollow Agency Confidential on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AgencyConfidential“Any business problem can be solved with an acquisition.”In Episode 1 of Agency Confidential, Jeff Shannon sits down with investor and operator Tom Shipley to break down how agencies actually use M&A as a growth lever—from buying businesses with limited capital to structuring deals that reduce risk.Tom shares the stories behind his first acquisitions, the cr...
2026-01-31
37 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
How Venture Capital Really Works: Storytelling, Unicorn Investing & Family Office Strategy with Nate Cooper
Venture capital isn’t luck. It’s pattern recognition, storytelling, and backing founders who refuse to quit.In this episode, I sit down with Nate Cooper, Founder & Managing Partner of Barrel Ventures, an early-stage VC fund behind breakout brands including the unicorn beverage giant Ollipop.Nate shares the inside story of writing the first check into Ollipop before it hit a grocery shelf, how the company scaled to a multi-billion-dollar valuation, and what he looks for when evaluating early-stage founders.You’ll also learn how family offices operate, why they differ from traditional VC, an...
2026-01-29
29 min
KickBack - The Global Anticorruption Podcast
143. Rachel Davies and Tom Shipley on the UK's new anticorruption strategy
After a three-year gap, the UK finally has a new anti-corruption strategy. To discuss, Robert Barrington is joined by Rachel Davies from Transparency International UK and Tom Shipley from the Centre for the Study of Corruption. They assess what the December 2025 strategy gets right, where it falls short, and whether it will actually make a difference. The discussion examines the strategy's strengths, including new commitments on professional enablers and domestic corruption, alongside notable weaknesses in areas like political integrity and defence procurement. With major tests ahead, the conversation explores whether the UK can credibly claim global leadership on anti-corruption while...
2026-01-22
34 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Everybody Exits: Ethical Capitalism Is How You Control It with Jason Sisneros on M&A, Due Diligence & Building to Exit
Everybody exits.The only question is how.In this episode, I sit down with Jason Cisneros — serial acquirer, operator, and creator of the Built-to-Exit system — for a raw, unfiltered conversation on business failure, acquisitions, exits, and ethical capitalism.Jason shares his real story:Three failed businessesBankruptcyDivorceHomelessnessAnd the exact lessons that rebuilt his life and fortuneWe break down:Why 95% of businesses exit involuntarilyThe three types of exits every founder faces: involuntary, dictated, and custom-tailoredHow private equity really buys companies — and how founders get trappedWhy “everybody exits” should shape every decision y...
2026-01-21
50 min
Inorganic Podcast
E47: Solving Problems Through Acquisition ft. Tom Shipley
In this engaging episode, co-hosts Ayelet Shipley and Christian Hassold welcome Tom Shipley to share his journey of building and scaling businesses through acquisitions. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) present, emphasizing the importance of strategic thinking and relationship building. The conversation also explores partnership dynamics and the role of external partners in resolving conflicts. Tom highlights the power of acquisitions in overcoming business challenges and achieving growth, offering insights into the process of identifying and acquiring businesses.TakeawaysAcquisitions can solve almost every business challenge.Partnership dynamics often...
2026-01-15
41 min
Independence by Design™
#476: Tom Shipley | Why Most Owners Get Stuck at $1–$2M EBITDA (and How to Break Through)
This conversation with Tom Shipley goes far beyond “growth” or “M&A tactics.” It’s about understanding the real game of ownership — how value is actually created, how capital really works, and why most owners unknowingly trap themselves by optimizing the wrong things. Watch on YouTube We start by reframing business as a finite game of time, energy, and capital. Tom shares how his background in Special Forces shaped his approach to leadership, resourcefulness, and decision-making — and how those principles carried into building, acquiring, and ultimately selling businesses. From there, we go deep into the mechani...
2026-01-15
59 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Building, Exiting, and Leading: Empowering Women to Win in Business Exits with Carrie Kerpen
Women are starting businesses at twice the rate of the rest of the population but they’re still massively underserved when it comes to acquisition strategy, exit preparation, and deal-making clarity.Carrie Kerpen is changing that.In this episode of The Deal Playbook Podcast, I sit down with Carrie, founder of Likeable Media, exited agency CEO, and now founder of The Whisper Group, a powerful collective built to help women navigate exits, acquisitions, and strategic growth from a position of strength.Carrie built one of the first social media agencies, grew it through in...
2026-01-02
45 min
The Exit - Presented By Flippa
Stop Building, Start Buying: How to Grow Enterprise Value by 1,200% with Tom Shipley
Want a quick estimate of how much your business is worth? With our free valuation calculator, answer a few questions about your business, and you’ll get an immediate estimate of the value of your business. You might be surprised by how much you can get for it: https://flippa.com/exit -- Are you trying to grow your business by 10% year over year? You might be leaving massive wealth on the table. In this episode, we sit down with Tom Shipley, a former Special Forces operator turned serial entrepreneur and aggressive investor. Tom challenges the traditional startup narrative with a...
2025-12-29
33 min
The Lifestyle Investor - Investing, Passive Income, Wealth
269: Scaling Through Acquisitions: The Playbook for Explosive Growth Through M&A with Tom Shipley
Scaling a business is slow and unpredictable. Many entrepreneurs don’t make it to year five, and even fewer figure out how to scale.But what if the key to unlocking exponential growth was to multiply your efforts through strategic acquisitions?Tom Shipley is the co-founder of Atlantic Coast Brands, founder of Queen City Media, and co-founder of DealCon, one of the fastest-growing M&A ecosystems for entrepreneurs. Tom has built, scaled, and acquired companies across beauty and skin care brands like Hydroxatone, Amazon FBA, media, and ecommerce, generating well over $1B in revenue over hi...
2025-12-18
51 min
Business. Wealth. Impact.
Solve Any Business Problem - Special Forces to $2B Brands with Tom Shipley | BWI #200
Episode 200 - Solve Any Business Problem - Special Forces to $2B Brands with Tom Shipley Tom Shipley, an M&A strategist and former special forces operator, created the "Add a Zero" growth philosophy after building brands generating over $2 billion in revenue. He helps founders rapidly scale by teaching that almost every business challenge can be solved through strategic, complementary acquisitions. He uses systematic M&A to plug capability gaps and engineer premium exits. Key Takeaways ● Almost every business challenge can be solved by acquiring the right complementary business. ● Define your...
2025-12-16
32 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
How Agencies Scale Through Acquisitions: Valuation, Timing & PE Strategy with Bob Glazer
Most founders grow by effort. The smart ones grow by acquisition.In this episode of The Deal Playbook Podcast, I sat down with Robert Glazer, founder of Acceleration Partners, a 300-person global performance marketing firm that scaled 20–30% a year for a decade and turned into a true acquisition platform.Bob built a real business with real systems, then partnered with private equity and used M&A to accelerate growth. But the reason I brought him on isn't the highlight reel, it's because he’s one of the few operators who tells the truth about valuation, timi...
2025-12-14
44 min
Founder 2 Founder
The M&A Playbook: How to Build $2B+ Without Venture Capital
Most people chase investors. Tom Shipley built billion-dollar businesses by buying them instead.In this episode of Founder to Founder, I sit down with Tom — serial entrepreneur, Special Forces vet, and founder of multiple $2B+ brands — to break down how acquisitions, not VC, can create generational wealth. From $100 startups to $100M roll-ups, this is the strategy most founders overlook.💥 You’ll learn:• How Tom scaled from $100 to $20M — without raising capital• Why 90% of exits never happen (and how to fix that)• How to use creative fina...
2025-11-19
45 min
Hawk Talk
County Champs & Playoff Bound: South River Football’s Historic Season
Seahawk Nation — this one’s packed! We’re back at The Green Turtle celebrating an unforgettable week in South River sports. Coach Lucas and Coach DeSantos join Tom and Grey alongside members of our undefeated, county champion football team — Evan Paximadas, Sean Cox, Ben Keith, and Trent Shipley — to talk about the season, the culture, and what’s next as the Seahawks head into the state playoffs.Plus, we spotlight our Field Hockey squad as they charge into the state semifinals Wednesday vs. Linganore after a huge 5–1 win over Chesapeake.It’s all energy, heart, and Seahawk prid...
2025-11-05
34 min
Behind the Boost
Beyond the Buyout | How Tom Shipley Built an Empire Through Acquisitions Part 2
In this second installment of host Nic Padilla’s conversation with Tom Shipley, entrepreneur, investor, and founder of the CEO M&A Summit, the focus turns to legacy and leadership. Tom unveils his next big mission: helping entrepreneurs create exit strategies that multiply their enterprise value and transform years of hard work into generational wealth. Drawing from decades of experience in acquisitions and scaling, he breaks down why so many small business sales fail, how to reverse-engineer a successful exit, and the new platform he’s building to unite founders ready to sell with those ready to scale.But...
2025-10-30
12 min
Behind the Boost
Beyond the Buyout | How Tom Shipley Built an Empire Through Acquisitions Part 1
In this first installment of a two-part conversation, host Nic Padilla sits down with Tom Shipley, entrepreneur, investor, and founder of the CEO M&A Summit, to explore the mindset and mechanics behind building multi-million-dollar businesses through mergers and acquisitions. Tom shares how his early life lessons in resourcefulness and resilience, from his time in the military to scaling his first online business, shaped his unique approach to entrepreneurship.Listeners will gain insight into how acquisitions can accelerate business growth, why “no money” isn’t a roadblock to buying a company, and how to find leverage in today’s fast-c...
2025-10-23
34 min
Cuppa Coffee Property Podcast
Entrepreneurs Build Aligned Wealth with Rebecca Shipley and Ruth Palmer-Shipley
Send us a textWelcome to the Cuppa Coffee Podcast. This episode was recorded at our Cuppa Coffee online meeting, the most popular property meeting in Manchester! If you have any feedback or suggestions for the podcast then please get in touch with us at office@greatnorthernproperty.co.uk This episode was recorded on 11-10-2025 and was presented by your host, Tom Dylan. The meeting is FREE to attend and runs from 9 - 10:30am UK time. To join the live meeting simply click - https://us04web.zoom.us/j/695660370To...
2025-10-21
57 min
Be The Giraffe (Audio)
Be the Giraffe (Aired 10-10-2025) Standing Taller: Tom Shipley on Resilience, Risk & Reinvention
Tom’s journey spans from elite military service to building a billion-dollar beauty brand. Through moments of doubt, failure, and reinvention, he shares the lessons that helped him break free from expectations and build a life of meaning and impact.
2025-10-16
50 min
Specks of Light
#218 - Talking about Consumer Brands and Investment Rollups with Tom Shipley, Founder of AVA, FOUNDRY, Atlantic Coast Brands and DealCon Summit
I spoke with Tom about:- His early years as a catalog sales business owner- His unusual decision to start a beauty brand and how they struggled to fund raise until they learned they can just acquire a successful brand using debt financing and how they scaled that business to a 100M dollar revenue (and why they sold that business in 2021 to a private equity firm).- His passion around investment rollups, how it exactly works and why he started two aggregators, one buying 100 brands (FOUNDRY) and the other buying marketing agencies...
2025-09-17
51 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Startup to Unicorn IPOs to Leveraging M&A in the AI Era: Brett Hurt’s Playbook
In this episode of The Deal Playbook, Tom Shipley sits down with Brett Hurt, one of Austin’s most accomplished entrepreneurs and investors. Brett has built and successfully exited three companies, including:Coremetrics (acquired by IBM for ~$300M)Bazaarvoice (scaled to $100M+ ARR and a unicorn IPO in 2012)data.world (a B-Corp acquired by ServiceNow in July 2025 to power their enterprise AI platform)Through Hurt Family Investments, Brett and his wife Deborah have also backed over 146 startups and 47 VC funds, making him a cornerstone of the Austin tech and venture ecosystem.Tom and Brett di...
2025-09-06
33 min
StoryBrand
How To 20x Your Business In 5 Years - Tom Shipley (aflevering 203)
"Je kunt de waarde van je bedrijf in vijf jaar 20x vergroten door simpelweg elk jaar één bedrijf over te nemen dat de helft van je huidige omzet draait." Hoe acquisities elk bedrijfsprobleem kunnen oplossen en waarom ondernemers dit als strategie onderbelichten, dat hoor je in deze aflevering van de StoryBrand podcast. In deze aflevering is Tom Shipley te gast, een ondernemer met een uitzonderlijk verhaal van veerkracht en groei. Van uitdagingen in zijn jeugd tot het bereiken van de Israëlische Special Forces, en van daar naar het opbouwen van meerdere bedrijven die hij succesvol heeft ver...
2025-07-29
51 min
Everyday Creation
Brewer & Shipley Didn't Take "One Toke Over the Line" Seriously, Then It Became a Hit
Mike Brewer began his music career writing songs and playing in coffee houses, eventually meeting Tom Shipley in Cleveland. They recorded their first album in 1968 and played mostly in Midwest college towns.Their song "One Toke Over the Line" was inspired by a backstage experience involving hashish. They wrote it in an hour and never thought to include it in a concert until one time they did it as an encore. The audience loved it, so they put it on their "Tarkio" album. The song reached #10 on Billboard's Hot 100 despite the Federal Communications Commission's ban on drug-related...
2025-06-18
02 min
Buying Online Businesses Podcast
Using Programmatic M&A For Growth By Acquisition To Solve Every Business Problem You Face with Tom Shipley
What if every business problem—whether it’s a lack of cash flow, resources, or room to grow—could be solved by buying another business? And what if the price or your current finances didn’t have to hold you back? On this episode of the Buying Online Business podcast, host Jaryd Krause talks with Tom Shipley, a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and expert in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). Tom has built brands that generated over $2 billion in sales and raised more than $100 million for business acquisitions. He is also the co-founder and CEO of Ava, a company...
2025-02-05
40 min
The Yorkie Talkies Talk
An insight into Excel Sports Clinic
Find out more from Tom and Adi about this fantastic business and what they have to offer. Excel Sports Clinic is a Sports Therapy and Physiotherapy clinic based in York. The clinic was set up in 2010 by Tom Robinson and was based from Fitness First gym. In 2012 Adi Hammond joined the clinic and in 2016 we moved to our first bespoke Rehab and Performance Centre in Clifton Moor. At the end of 2021 we acquired our new premises on Clifton Moor which we’ve fitted out to the highest standard with 5 consultation rooms, fully equipped strength and conditioning gym. ...
2025-01-23
47 min
ClickFunnels Radio
Resilience in Business: Tom Shipley's Insights on Growth, Strategy and Building Iconic Brands - CFR #746
In this episode of ClickFunnels Radio, hosts Ben and Chris welcome Tom Shipley, a seasoned expert in the beauty product industry with a remarkable track record of generating over $2 billion in sales through infomercials and innovative marketing strategies. Tom shares insights into his journey, highlighting key lessons learned, mistakes made, and opportunities seized throughout his career. Listeners can expect to gain valuable knowledge on impactful marketing, the importance of giving back, and the nuances of building successful brands in a competitive landscape. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with wisdom and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and marketers!
2025-01-01
50 min
'60s '70s '80s - Warm, Candid, Classic, Rock Interviews with Music Legends - A BREATH OF FRESH AIR
Brewer and Shipley's Mike Brewer (‘One Toke Over the Line’) Dead at 80
Mike Brewer, who partnered with Tom Shipley in the folk-rock duo Brewer & Shipley beginning in the late ’60s - best known for their 1971 hit single, “One Toke Over the Line,” has died. The news of his passing at age 80 at his home in Missouri, was announced by Shipley. The latter had visited “my friend of 65 years and musical partner for over 60” three days earlier at a hospital in Branson. By the mid-’60s, Brewer had relocated to Los Angeles and formed a band with Tom Mastin, Billy Mundi (later of the Mothers of Invention) and Jim Fielder...
2024-12-18
13 min
KBKAST
From Cisco Live 2024 Melbourne – KB On The Go | Tom Gillis, SVP and General Manager, Security Business Group, AJ Shipley, Vice President, Product Management, Threat Detection & Response, and Tom Casey, Senior Vice President and GM, Products & Technolog...
In this episode, KB is joined by Tom Gillis, SVP and General Manager, Security Business Group, AJ Shipley, Vice President, Product Management, Threat Detection & Response, and Tom Casey, Senior Vice President and GM, Products & Technology, Splunk, a Cisco company on the ground at Cisco Live 2024 in Melbourne. Together they dive into critical topics such as Cisco’s innovative HyperShield solution for patch management, Cisco’s acquisition of Splunk, and how they plan to integrate and enhance their products. Tom Gillis SVP and General Manager, Security Business Group Tom Gillis is the Senior Vice Presi...
2024-12-10
56 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
How to Achieve Agency Success Without Cheap Labor with JC Hite
This episode features JC Hite, founder of Hite Digital, sharing how he disrupted the traditional digital agency model by blending franchising with global talent acquisition. JC recounts his evolution from a white-label provider to building one of the fastest-growing agency networks, spanning 16 offices across the U.S. and Latin America. You will gain insights into how focusing on integrity, premium talent, and scalable systems helped him stand out in a competitive industry. From overcoming challenges in leadership to transforming his team’s approach to growth, JC offers advice for entrepreneurs looking to scale with intention and impact.Ch...
2024-11-26
37 min
KickBack - The Global Anticorruption Podcast
122. Florencia Guerzovich and Tom Shipley: Does the corruption field have a learning problem?
This week, Dr. Florencia Guerzovich, Independent Researcher and Evaluator, and Tom Shipley, Research Fellow for the Governance & Integrity, Anti-Corruption Evidence programme at the CSC, explore whether the corruption field has a learning problem. Against the backdrop of debates around 'success' and 'failure' in anti-corruption, they talk to Professor Robert Barrington about approaches to Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL). The discussion covers the basics of what MEL is and the role it has to play in building knowledge on anti-corruption effectiveness; the current state of practice for MEL; what can be learnt from other sectors; and what changes might be needed...
2024-11-21
38 min
Marketing Speak®
474. Grow through Acquisitions with Tom Shipley
Throughout my journey, I've always found inspiration in those who dare to think differently and break the mold. During my recent conversation with Tom Shipley in the Marketing Speak podcast, I encountered a treasure trove of insights into leveraging creativity and audacity in business. Tom Shipley, a serial entrepreneur who has driven over $2 billion in sales, shared some game-changing strategies that can transform how we approach business challenges and growth opportunities. From overcoming a potential $600,000 company loss to creating a market-leading women's hair regrowth brand, Tom's journey illustrates the importance of resilience and iteration. His e...
2024-11-06
53 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
The Five-Year Plan: Building $15M EBITDA Through Smart Deals with Caroline Castille
Caroline Castille is at DealCon telling us about acquisition strategies, exploring how small deals can be the key to scaling a business. Caroline shares her journey from venture capital to scaling Flightpath Golf, using acquisitions to drive growth. She talks about how to structure deals, build a winning team, and communicate acquisitions to customers. Tune in to hear insights for business owners looking to grow through smart, strategic moves.Chapters00:00:00 - Small Beginnings, Big Deals Ahead00:00:53 - Unlocking Secrets from Deal Con00:01:01 - Caroline’s Pivot: From VC to Golf Innovator00:01:41 - The Flightpath Golf Growth Pl...
2024-10-22
13 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Strategic Acquisitions and Long-Term Vision: E-Commerce Growth with Brian Burt
Brian Burt, founder of Canopy Management, shares his incredible journey from a scrappy Amazon seller to leading one of the fastest-growing e-commerce agencies in the country. Brian breaks down the strategic role acquisitions played in scaling his business, revealing how buying companies unlocked massive growth opportunities. From leveraging TikTok Shop's powerful affiliate network to designing innovative pricing models, Brian offers game-changing insights into building multi-platform success. Whether you're an e-commerce entrepreneur or a growth strategist, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways on scaling fast, fostering client relationships, and staying ahead in the ever-evolving digital landscape.Chapters
2024-10-15
15 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Mastering the Art of Acquisitions: 100+ Deals a Year with Robyn Siers
Robyn Siers is a seasoned M&A attorney telling you her insights on what it takes to successfully navigate mergers and acquisitions, especially in the marketing and tech industries. She talks about the importance of having a clear buying thesis, understanding seller motivation, and using creative deal structures to close deals. Robyn also discusses how AI is becoming part of the M&A world and why building a repeatable process can make transactions smoother and faster. With over 100 deals a year, Robyn offers up advice for buyers and sellers looking to make smart decisions.Chapters:00:00:00 – Nailing th...
2024-10-08
22 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Big Picture Marketing: Scaling Through Offers, Content, and Acquisitions with Molly Pittman
Molly Pittman, CEO and Managing Partner at Smart Marketer, shares her proven strategies for growing businesses in today’s rapidly changing digital marketing landscape. Due to how she helps brands scale from $5 million to $50 million, Molly talks about the importance of strong offers, using native ads, and thinking big-picture when navigating market shifts. She also discusses why many brands are struggling while others are thriving, how to measure success in a world with less data, and the role acquisitions can play in growth. Whether you're an agency owner or a business looking to scale, Molly's insights offer practical, actionable ad...
2024-10-01
29 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
EBITDA, Earn-Outs, and the Exit Plan with Todd Taskey
Todd Taskey discusses the key strategies digital marketing agencies need to know when preparing for a successful exit. He explains why finding the right buyer matters more than you think and how clear messaging about your business can drive up your transaction value. Todd also covers the importance of realistic projections, navigating earn-outs, and the factors that can either help or hurt your chances of closing a good deal. With examples, including a case study on Social SEO’s 8X growth, this episode is packed with advice for agency owners looking to sell.Chapters00:00:00 - Kickoff: Ma...
2024-09-24
34 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Building an Empire: Acquisitions, Leadership, and Vision in the Agency World with Jason Swenk
Jason Swenk breaks down how agency owners can scale their businesses, overcome common challenges, and position themselves for success. He shares his Eight System Framework, which has helped countless agencies grow from scratch to eight figures. Jason also dives into the power of strategic acquisitions, the importance of having a clear vision, and why most agencies fail to get the right clients. Whether you're looking to fine-tune your offer, attract better leads, or understand the future of agencies with AI on the rise, Jason gives great advice that you can put into action. Chapters00:00:00 - The J...
2024-09-23
32 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Building a Brand that Sells Out Through TikTok with Josh Snow
Josh Snow shares how he built a multi-million dollar brand by tapping into the power of TikTok and leveraging an army of creators. He explains the strategies that helped him generate $1 million in sales within days of launching on TikTok Shop and how this platform has become a game changer for e-commerce. Josh breaks down the importance of viral content, affiliate marketing, and how TikTok’s unique tools allow businesses to scale quickly. He also discusses how brands can adapt to stay competitive in a rapidly changing online market.Chapters00:00 - Authenticity Over Ads: The New Er...
2024-09-20
16 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Building Multimillion-Dollar Brands with Celebrity Partners with Rudy Mawer
Rudy Mawer shares his journey of building multimillion-dollar businesses through strategic partnerships, celebrity collaborations, and leveraging AI and automation. Rudy shares insights on acquiring iconic brands during the COVID-19 pandemic, his strategic partnership with Ty Lopez, and building multi-million dollar businesses while running an expansive agency. He reveals his innovative approach to celebrity partnerships through his company, More Capital, and how he's leveraging AI to streamline operations and amplify success. Rudy also emphasizes the importance of adaptability in business and teases his upcoming participation at the Deal Con M&A CEO Summit.Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction to...
2024-09-19
21 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Mastering LinkedIn: Build Your Personal Brand and Double Your Business with Joshua B. Lee
Joshua B. Lee, known as the "Dopamine Dealer of LinkedIn," shares how he’s helped businesses scale by focusing on authentic human connections. He talks about the evolution from MySpace to LinkedIn, revealing why personal brands are critical for business success today. Joshua talks about content strategies that work on LinkedIn, the importance of trust in business deals, and how AI is shaping the future of search. He also tells hard lessons he’s learned from bad deals and points out how partnerships and communication can make or break a business. Tune in to learn how to leverage LinkedIn for...
2024-09-18
35 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Mental Health & Money: Building Hawke Media Against All Odds with Erik Huberman
In this episode, Erik Huberman, founder and CEO of Hawke Media, shares his entrepreneurial journey, from starting his first business at age six to building a marketing empire that has generated over $2.9 billion in revenue for clients. He opens up about the highs and lows of running a business, including how mental health challenges nearly led him to quit. Erik also breaks down his approach to scaling through acquisitions, managing anxiety, and how he keeps pushing forward despite setbacks. If you want to hear real talk about building a business, managing tough moments, and thriving in the marketing world...
2024-09-17
41 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Creating Deals That Win: Leveraging Media and Exiting on Top with Max Finn
Max Finn shares his journey from early success with Facebook marketing to leading the charge on TikTok. He discusses the mindset shift required to approach deals with confidence, the importance of having options, and the fine line between abundance and scarcity in negotiations. Max also talks about key strategies for leveraging media to raise capital and the value of knowing when to walk away from a deal. Chapters00:00:00 - The Perils of Exciting Deals: Avoiding Costly Concessions00:00:47 - Spotlight on Max Finn: A Pioneer of Digital Marketing00:02:21 - Masterminds and Market Shifts: Max's Event During the C...
2024-09-16
34 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
How to Build an Agency Without Sales Calls with Dennis Yu
Digital marketing pioneer Dennis Yu shares his expert advice on how businesses can amplify their success by focusing on what works and scaling those wins. From his proven Dollar-a-Day strategy to the power of the Lighthouse model, Dennis breaks down steps for growing agencies and boosting client results. Whether you're running local campaigns or working with global brands, this conversation offers advice on using data to identify winning content, choosing the right clients, and marketing without relying on traditional sales calls. Get ready to rethink how you approach marketing and business growth!Chapters00:00:00 - The Secret...
2024-09-13
41 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Why Most Businesses Fail to Sell—And How to Beat the Odds
Tom Shipley and Matt Bodnar break down the world of business valuations and deal structures. They talk about how valuations are more an art than a strict science, influenced by market conditions, negotiation strategies, and individual motivations. Their discussion covers examples of how businesses are bought and sold, highlighting the strategies that can make or break a deal. With case studies and insights, they offer a no-nonsense guide to understanding the true value of a business and how to approach acquisitions with a savvy mindset.Chapters00:00:00 - Valuation: The Art Behind the Numbers00:01:15 - Meet Tom...
2024-09-13
21 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Deal Flow Secrets: How to Find Million-Dollar Deals in Your Own Network
Tom Shipley and Matt Bodnar discuss the often-overlooked strategies for sourcing acquisition opportunities that go beyond traditional methods. They challenge the common reliance on brokers and competitive marketplaces, advocating instead for the power of off-market deals and the value of weak ties in your network. Tom and Matt provide simple and effective steps to consistently generate high-quality leads. Whether you’re an established entrepreneur or new to acquisitions, Tom and Matt offer straightforward tactics that can change how you approach deal-making and business growth.Chapters:00:00:00 - The Goldmine of Backyard Deals: How Local Networks Can Lead to...
2024-09-04
21 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Why 90% of Agencies Are Perfect M&A Targets—And Don't Even Know It
This episode breaks down the immense potential that agencies and e-commerce brands hold for strategic acquisitions. Tom and Matt share their insights on why these sectors are prime for investment, highlighting the overlooked opportunities that many business owners miss. They argue that now is the time to capitalize on these opportunities, with a focus on the untapped potential in smaller agencies and brands. Through their conversation, they outline practical strategies for identifying and executing successful acquisitions, making a compelling case for why this approach could be the key to significant growth and success in today's market.Chapters:
2024-09-04
18 min
Deal Playbook with Tom Shipley
Scaling Through Acquisitions Instead of Building a Startup
Tom Shipley and Matt Bodnar discuss the power of acquisitions as a growth strategy that can outpace run-of-the-mill methods. They share how even in the face of financial hardship, strategic acquisitions allowed their businesses to break through barriers that would have been almost impossible otherwise. They push back against the traditional strategies, showing that buying the right company at the right time can catapult your business to levels that organic growth often fails to reach. This episode will make you rethink how you approach scaling and growth, and explains the untapped opportunities that mergers and acquisitions can offer, regardless...
2024-09-04
25 min
Living The Red Life
Secrets to Selling 2 Billion $ In Ecom Products & Building an Ecom Empire w/ Tom Shipley
Tom Shipley is a seasoned entrepreneur and business strategist renowned for his expertise in e-commerce and brand management. With a career spanning several decades, Shipley has a proven track record of building and scaling successful companies. He started his entrepreneurial journey in the early 2000s and quickly made a name for himself by harnessing innovative marketing techniques and data-driven strategies.Shipley is best known for his role in transforming and leading iconic brands to new heights, focusing on strategic growth and operational excellence. His background includes extensive experience in financial management, team building, and navigating complex business...
2024-08-16
25 min
Living The Red Life
Secrets to Selling 2 Billion $ In Ecom Products & Building an Ecom Empire w/ Tom Shipley
Tom Shipley is a seasoned entrepreneur and business strategist renowned for his expertise in e-commerce and brand management. With a career spanning several decades, Shipley has a proven track record of building and scaling successful companies. He started his entrepreneurial journey in the early 2000s and quickly made a name for himself by harnessing innovative marketing techniques and data-driven strategies.Shipley is best known for his role in transforming and leading iconic brands to new heights, focusing on strategic growth and operational excellence. His background includes extensive experience in financial management, team building, and navigating complex business...
2024-08-16
25 min
Wealth of Wisdom
Learning From Your Money History and Writing a New Story
In this insightful chapter of the Wealth of Wisdom podcast, Jill Shipley delves into the impact of our money history on our current financial behaviors and attitudes. She emphasizes the importance of reflecting on the messages and experiences we encountered growing up, which often unconsciously shape our relationship with wealth. By engaging in personal reflection and guided conversations, we can uncover and transform our money narratives, fostering a healthier and more intentional approach to wealth.
2024-08-12
42 min
Perpetual Traffic
(Part 2) 3X Your Revenue, $0 Down: The Secret Acquisition Playbook with Tom Shipley
This episode is part two of Ralph and Tom Shipley’s conversation. They discuss the complexities of business acquisitions. Tom shares his expertise on structuring deals, evaluating financial health, and negotiating effectively. He talks about the importance of trust and vision in making successful acquisitions, including strategies you can use. From understanding the true profit picture to exploring innovative deal structures and safeguarding cash flow, Tom offers advice for anyone looking to grow their business through acquisitions. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on leveraging acquisitions for business growth. Chapters:00:00:00 - Welcome & Ralph Introduces Tom Sh...
2024-07-09
31 min
Perpetual Traffic
3X Your Revenue, $0 Down: The Secret Acquisition Playbook with Tom Shipley
Ralph welcomes Tom Shipley, an entrepreneur with a background in special forces and a track record of building successful businesses through mergers and acquisitions. Tom shares his journey from the challenges of the tech bubble to creating Atlantic Coast Brands, telling you the strategies and insights that have driven his success. You’ll learn a lot about the nuances of business growth, creative financing, and how to find and close acquisition deals. Tom's stories and advice are like a guide for business owners looking to scale in innovative ways. So, tune in if you’re aiming to elevate your entr...
2024-07-05
37 min
Hawk Talk
County Championship Week
We're talking County Championships on an all new Hawk Talk. Host Tom Frank is joined this week by Trent Shipley, Jackson Peeples and Aidan Healey to run down last weekend's County Championships. South River Wrestling, despite missing out on a 3rd consecutive State Championship, came back strong to crown three County Champions and win the overall Team County Championship. And then we shift to basketball and welcome Coach Darren Hall to talk about this week's upcoming County Championship games for our Girl's JV basketball on Friday night as well as both Boys and Girls Varsity Basketball on Saturday. Don't...
2024-02-21
25 min
The Scaling Fastlane: Strategies to Scale Your Agency at Speed
#7 - Building Leverage Through Acquisitions w/ Tom Shipley
In this episode, serial entrepreneur Tom Shipley explains how acquisitions can provide leverage for rapidly scaling a business. He shares real stories of how strategic acquisitions enabled him to accelerate growth despite lacking substantial resources in the early days of building his companies. Tom emphasizes that with the right vision, planning, and integration framework, acquisitions allow you to effectively shortcut the typical timeline for scaling up. Massive growth is possible by bringing in talent, technology, products, and funding through an acquisition. Key Takeaways: Acquisitions provide leverage and...
2024-01-31
16 min
The Scaling Fastlane: Strategies to Scale Your Agency at Speed
#4 - Compress Time: Become the Transformational CEO Your Agency Needs in 5 Years, Now! w/ Tom Shipley
Serial entrepreneur Tom Shipley imparts his playbook for achieving exponential growth by questioning assumptions, surrounding yourself with possibility-minded people, and leading with resilience. By implementing mindset shifts and hiring A-players, agency owners can break through limits to rapidly scale their business. Key Takeaways: Question loops in your thinking by adding zeros to ideas - this expands creativity and possibility Hire superstar team members even in times of scarcity to inject new energy Prioritize high-impact initiatives with low resources needed and high probability of success Surround yourself...
2023-12-27
46 min
Million Dollar Relationships
Passion, Resilience, and Support with Tom Shipley
Discover the inspiring journey of Tom Shipley, a former Israeli Special Forces soldier who turned adversity into success. Tune in to learn how Tom overcame a staggering loss of $600,000 a month when his sole supplier shut down, and together with his wife Pam, built a legacy of successful businesses. Find out the key to unlocking your potential through the power of relationships, masterminds, and seizing opportunities right now. This isn't just another story; it's a blueprint for transforming your life. Tom Shipley is a serial entrepreneur, eCommerce investor, and strategic advisor known for his omnichannel br...
2023-10-27
23 min
Our Numinous Nature
SHARP'S COUNTRY STORE: PIONEERS, BEE GUMS, & THE ORPHAN AT CLOVER LICK | Antique Dealer | Tom Shipley
Tom Shipley is an antique dealer operating out of his family's 19th-century Sharp's Country Store in Slatyfork, West Virginia. Descending from one of the county's earliest pioneer families, we hear of the lives of Tom's ancestors & their many rich folkways: a Presbyterian boy orphaned by an Indian raid; beekeeping in "bee gums;" a bear trap; furs & ginseng; maple syrup camp; and making apple butter. Then Tom gets into the origin of the 1884 store, describing the wares of its day. A plethora of stories are evoked from the eccentric taxidermy still hanging from the walls including one about a visit...
2023-06-16
1h 36
Big Business Mistakes
The Main Reason Businesses Fail: Tom Shipley's Biggest Retail Mistakes On Amazon, E-comm, and Hiring.
It’s one thing to grow a company to exceed 100 million dollars but it’s another to do it more than four times with more than four different companies. To say the least, Tom Shipley is a beast of an entrepreneur with plenty of experience to share. The gold nuggets are raining from the sky in this one, listen in to collect them all. Hit us up on IG! @ladyboss & @realbrandonpoulin Tom Shipley’s Bio: Part of Isrrael’s Defense Special Forces Launched Keranique, which is now the #1 hair regrowth brand for women in America wi...
2023-06-14
54 min
Legends
EP82: Lessons Learned in the Israeli Special Forces with Tom Shipley
If you are going for what you think is probable instead of what is possible.. you likely have unrealized potential. Tom Shipley shares how to level up your vision and realize your potential through fascinating stories of sheer will power that got him into the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) special forces. Tom is now a serial entrepreneur, investor, strategic advisor, and one of the lead experts in omnichannel brand building and business aggregators. Tom’s beauty brands have sold over $2B through Direct-to-Consumer Marketing and Retail. Tom raised $100M from private equity to launch the Amazon aggregator, FOUNDRY Brands He...
2023-03-16
24 min
Washed Up Emo
#213 - Ken Shipley (Numero Group, Tree Records)
Today on the podcast we welcome Ken Shipley from Numero Group and Tree Records. Many may know Numero Group for their fantastic reissues and they have a show coming up this weekend in LA celebrating 20 years called Numero 20. A very special show with bands we’ve featured on the podcast the last few weeks and more to come. What we’re going to touch on more for this episode is how he got to Numero and his first experiences figuring out the world of record making under the name Tree Records. A fantastic run of releases highlighted by a seri...
2023-02-13
59 min
INspired INsider Podcast
[Top Agency Series] Tips for Successfully Running Any Business With Tom Shipley
Tom Shipley is the Co-founder and CEO of AVA Acquisitions, an advertising agency aggregation company created to acquire a series of agencies. AVA builds value through programmatic scaling and a people-first approach. Before AVA, Tom raised $100 million to launch Foundry, the Amazon and e-commerce brand aggregator. He is a serial entrepreneur, platform and e-commerce investor, strategic advisor, speaker, and the leading expert in omnichannel brand building and business rollups. Tom's brands have sold over $2 billion through direct-to-consumer, Amazon, and retailers including Costco, Ulta, CVS, Nordstrom, HSN, and more. In this episode… Many people struggle with st...
2023-02-09
40 min
Washed Up Emo
#210 - Chris Sheppard (Everyone Asked About You)
Today on the podcast we welcome Chris Sheppard from Everyone Asked About You. If you’re not aware, this band was a late 90s gem of a band that I missed myself during this time. After finding out about them through some friends at Numero Group and talking to Chris, they intersected and overlapped with many of the bands of the time in their home of Little Rock Arkansas.Chris and I talk a lot about where he’s from, seeing early emo bands, being in a band with a woman around that time, connecting with Ken Ship...
2023-01-23
2h 15
The Pat McAfee Show
PMS 2.0 805 - Monday Night Football Recap, Titans Fire GM Jon Robinson, In The Trenches With AQ Shipley LIVE From The ThunderDome, & AJ Hawk
On today’s show, Pat, AQ Shipley, AJ Hawk, and the boys chat about last night’s Monday Night Football game between the Saints and Buccaneers and Tom Brady’s comeback win in the final seconds of the game, why it’s going to be so difficult for guys like Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers to retire, the Seth Wickersham article about Andrew Luck and his decision to retire, the Titans firing GM Jon Robinson seemingly out of nowhere, Jimmy G potentially not being out for the season anymore, and everything else happening around the league as we wrap up week...
2022-12-06
2h 48
Beyond A Million
Billion Dollar Brand Building with Tom Shipley
Tom Shipley is a serial entrepreneur, eCommerce investor, strategic advisor, and speaker who has become one of the leading experts in omnichannel brand building. In 2005, Tom and his partner launched Atlantic Coast Brands and grew it into one of America's largest direct-to-consumer multi-brand companies. They generated over $2 billion in sales before successfully exiting in 2021. More recently, Tom co-founded two other companies, including Foundry, an e-commerce and Amazon brand aggregator, and AVA, which aims to acquire and scale 30 advertising agencies annually. In this episode, Tom shares his entrepreneurial journey and his process for building...
2022-09-15
1h 17
Beyond A Million
Billion Dollar Brand Building with Tom Shipley
Tom Shipley is a serial entrepreneur, eCommerce investor, strategic advisor, and speaker who has become one of the leading experts in omnichannel brand building. In 2005, Tom and his partner launched Atlantic Coast Brands and grew it into one of America's largest direct-to-consumer multi-brand companies. They generated over $2 billion in sales before successfully exiting in 2021. More recently, Tom co-founded two other companies, including Foundry, an e-commerce and Amazon brand aggregator, and AVA, which aims to acquire and scale 30 advertising agencies annually. In this episode, Tom shares his entrepreneurial journey and his process for building...
2022-09-15
1h 17
Raleigh Williams Experience
He Went from $300k to $125M | EP 31
Today I spoke with Tom Shipley. Tom sold $2 Billion through Atlantic Coast Brands and has raised $100 Million for e-commerce acquisitions - Today we'll talk "Why you need to Add a ZERO to your business". Join our weekly newsletter: dealmaven.io Follow Raleigh: Instagram / Twitter / Youtube / LinkedIn Follow Tom: https://www.linkedin.com/in/t-shipley/ https://twitter.com/ThomasShipley2 https://www.instagram.com/tom__shipley/?hl=en
2022-08-08
32 min
Interviews with Entrepreneurs
IWE (EP 81) How Tom Shipley Generated Over $2B+ in Sales in D2C Ft. Tom Shipley
So In this episode of Interviews with Entrepreneurs Show we're Interviewing Tom Shipley. Tom Shipley is a serial entrepreneur, eCommerce and platform investor, strategic advisor, speaker, and over the past 20-years has become one of the leading experts in omnichannel brand building. His brands are widely recognized household names that can be seen on TV, radio, online, Amazon, and found in major retailers like Costco, Ulta, CVS, Nordstroms, HSN, and more. Tom Shipley is strategic advisor to Snow Oral Care (Teeth Whitening) as well as the co-founder of Foundry. Foundry is an Ecommerce a...
2022-08-06
31 min
Dropcast
Poster Drop Episode 7 - Spots, Bees, Cats, Wolves and Goats
@mattfurgesonartist showed up with 3 posters and we talked Thor Love and Thunder and American Werewolf in London as well as what is to come soon. @jamesjamesjamescreative joins me later with some approvals. Let us know your thoughts and what your favorite poster this episode is. Stay tuned and check us out on YouTube and don't forget to smash that like button! _______________________ This episode, we have art by: @keithgdesigns @bosslogic @yvanquinet @jeff_poitiers @marklevyart @nil8r @needledesign @garbhan_grant @nickchargeart @phantomcitycreative @mb_illustrations @spatterpunk @apemeetsgirl @markchilcottart @gregthings @tomwalkerart @rbrunoill @montygog @devin_schoeffler...
2022-07-13
1h 15
What's Working Now
48. Balance Family Life in a Fast-paced, Growth Environment
You and Katie Richardson explore Tom Shipley’s vast portfolio of business experience on today's episode of What’s Working Now. Tom has figured out how to keep his family as the main focus in his life while taking his brands to 2 Billion dollars in business to consumer products.Much of Tom’s business sense is gleaned from his service in the Isreal Defense Force Special Forces. Where he learned teamwork and relentless resilience. Check it out in this episode.3 Key TakeawaysGetting knocked down will happen. Get back up and push yourse...
2022-06-21
48 min
Tribesmen
Episode 26: From IDF to Entrepreneurship with Tom Shipley
In this episode, Tom Shipley shares how he transitioned from being an IDF veteran to a successful entrepreneur. Tom shares his inspiring story and offers valuable insights on what it takes to be successful in business and life. He also covered growth mindset, team culture, and setting goals that will inspire you. What You'll Learn From This Episode: [01:20] Tom's transition from living in the US to joining IDF in Israel: learning the history of Israel, Zionism, and the country's culture. [04:32] Tom created a vision to be part of the unit [0...
2022-06-14
41 min
The Sahil Sehgal Show
How Tom Shipley have Generated over $2 Billion in Sales in D2C Market Ft. Tom Shipley - The Sahil Sehgal Show (EP 05)
In this Episode of The Sahil Sehgal Show, We are interviewing Tom Shipley, Tom Shipley is a D2C (Direct to Consumer) Expert who's brand have Sold Over $2B in D2C Tom Shipley is a serial entrepreneur, eCommerce and platform investor, strategic advisor, speaker, and over the past 20-years has become one of the leading experts in omnichannel brand building. His brands are widely recognized household names that can be seen on TV, radio, online, Amazon, and found in major retailers like Costco, Ulta, CVS, Nordstroms, HSN, and more.Tom Shipley is strategic advisor to Snow Oral Care (T...
2022-06-13
39 min
SMART Businesses Do This...
The Formula for Winning with Tom Shipley
What would you achieve if you weren’t afraid? What makes ultra-successful people achieve seemingly impossible goals while others live a life of mediocrity? We’re going to talk about that in a bit, and I have my good friend, Tom Shipley, join the conversation.Tom is a serial entrepreneur, eCommerce platform investor, strategic advisor, speaker, and expert in building powerful brands. He is the co-founder of Foundry, an eCommerce and Amazon brand aggregator which raised $100m in 2021 to create a leading digital-first consumer brands company. Tom is also the co-founder and CEO of AVA (Agen...
2022-06-02
27 min
The TomCast
Changing Software with Lucy Shipley
On this episode of the podcast, Tom has a conversation with Lucy Shipley, Group Director of Shredall SDS Group based in Nottingham, England. Lucy shares the reasons for their recent big software change decision, the process they went through before the implementation and the lessons learned along the way. If you are considering a software change in your destruction business, do not miss what Lucy has to say in this episode.+++++++++++++++Lucy ShipleyGroup DirectorShredall SDS GroupYou can find Shredall SDS Group here: https://www.shredall.co.uk/
2022-05-10
30 min
The TomCast
Changing Software with Lucy Shipley
On this episode of the podcast, Tom has a conversation with Lucy Shipley, Group Director of Shredall SDS Group based in Nottingham, England. Lucy shares the reasons for their recent big software change decision, the process they went through before the implementation and the lessons learned along the way. If you are considering a software change in your destruction business, do not miss what Lucy has to say in this episode.+++++++++++++++Lucy ShipleyGroup DirectorShredall SDS GroupYou can find Shredall SDS Group here: https://www.shredall.co.uk/
2022-05-10
30 min
'60s '70s '80s - Warm, Candid, Classic, Rock Interviews with Music Legends - A BREATH OF FRESH AIR
War’s Lee Oskar, Brewer & Shipley, Tony Orlando
World-renowned harmonica virtuoso, composer and producer Lee Oskar shares stories of his life as founding member of the band War with Eric Burdon. Lee Oskar, legendary harmonica virtuoso and founding member of the groundbreaking band War, is celebrated for his innovative style and unforgettable melodies. A Danish-American musician, Oskar brought a unique sound to War's fusion of funk, jazz, soul, and Latin influences, contributing to iconic tracks like "Low Rider," "Spill the Wine," and "Cisco Kid." His expressive harmonica solos became a signature element of the band's sound, captivating audiences worldwide. Beyond his success with...
2022-04-12
51 min
Early Childhood Chatter
39 - It’s all about Social Emotional Learning!
Tom Limbert discusses the importance of social-emotional development and its crucial role for early childhood educators to understand. If you would like a closed captioning version of this podcast, please contact Stephanie.heald@uagc.edu.
2022-01-26
12 min
Top M&A Entrepreneurs
E:42 Top M&A Entrepreneurs - Tom Shipley raised $100 million for ecommerce acquisitions - Add a ZERO
Take the Business Buyer Readiness Assessment → Great conversation with Tom Shipley. Tom sold $2billion through Atlantic Coast Brands and raised $100 million for ecommerce acquisitions - Why you need to Add a ZERO to your opportunity. 00:09 Sponsor DueDilio com00:43 Introduction to Tom Shipley Launched Foundry, Atlantic Coast Brands01:43 Major shift in life - moved to Israel and joined Israel Special Forces03:01 Learning the "Power of the Impossible" Focus and Clarity: same in Special Forces as in Business04:41 Started with $100 in pocket. What is worse that can...
2022-01-16
52 min
The Marketing Playbook with Mark Friedman
Tom Shipley - Serial Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Foundry
Tom Shipley, the Serial Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Foundry, adds his page to the Marketing Playbook. Hear how to build a great culture, guide your team to think differently, leverage what’s available to you to achieve your goals, the business lessons Tom learned in the Israeli Special Forces, and what it was like working for a Fortune 100 company coming from an entrepreneurial family. Connect with Tom on LinkedIn and TShipley.com
2021-12-16
40 min
The Marketing Playbook with Mark Friedman
Tom Shipley - Serial Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Foundry
Tom Shipley, the Serial Entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Foundry, adds his page to the Marketing Playbook. Hear how to build a great culture, guide your team to think differently, leverage what's available to you to achieve your goals, the business lessons Tom learned in the Israeli Special Forces, and what it was like working for a Fortune 100 company coming from an entrepreneurial family. Connect with Tom on LinkedIn and TShipley.com
2021-12-16
40 min
The Nikhil Sai Show
How Tom Shipley sold over $2 Billion through Direct to Consumer Marketing | The Nikhil Sai Show 55
Interviewing Tom Shiply who is a serial entrepreneur, e-commerce investor, strategic advisor, speaker, and over the past 20-years has become one of the leading experts in omnichannel brand building. Tom is now the President and Co-Founder of Foundry, a private equity-backed Omni-digital brand aggregator that buys, grows, and scales D2C and Amazon eCommerce brands. Listen to the podcast where we've discussed: - Bootstrapping the right way, - Planning, launching, and scaling a business successfully, - Turning adversity into opportunity, - Valuable advice for people who are at...
2021-12-08
39 min
PodCats 6:6:9 Minutes of the American Friends of Unit 669
Why are you here? Tom Shipley on the experience of a lone soldier and the billion dollar financial gains of hair loss!
Tom served as a combat rescue soldier at the unit, he served as a lone soldier, he is a board member at the American Friends of Unit 669, he is a marketing expert and an entrepreneur. He founded and brought his last company, Atlantic Coast Brands, to a one-billion-dollar revenue and more than 10 million customers worldwide. This year he founded another new company that is expected to be even bigger than his last one. https://www.linkedin.com/in/t-shipley/ https://www.tshipley.com/ https://www.foundrybrands...
2021-11-03
33 min
Podward State
S5E8: AQ Shipley
On this episode of Podward State, hosts Samuel Brungo and Grace Cunningham go over all of the headlines around State College this week and last with help from Jordan Mansberger, Shannon Smith, and Hailey Stutzman.Next, Grace and Sam are joined by contributor Charlie Pegler to guest host while we talk to former Penn State letterman and current coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, AQ Shipley. AQ talks about growing up near Penn State, his recruiting journey, and being coached by legendary coach Joe Paterno. Shipley tells us about how his pre-draft process, getting drafted and...
2021-10-29
1h 01
Creativity Wasted
Brainstorming About Selling A Screenplay (Jeremy Shipley)
A brainstorming session for a screenwriter who's losing hope about his nearly impossible quest to sell his screenplay, which is a "Monty Python"-esque absurdist Medieval comedy with undertones about coping with the hopelessness of a nearly impossible quest to kill a dragon. Also: meeting Kevin Smith and Kevin Smith's inspirational story about making the movie "Clerks"; whether to take a traditional route or a more "indie" route to promote your creative work; whether to spend all of your effort on your own creative work or whether to participate in groups and help others in their creative pursuits Jon Houser...
2021-07-01
14 min
Creativity Wasted
Physical Skills As Roadside Sobriety Tests (Travis Hargan)
Idea: For cops to use tests of physical motor skills as sobriety tests, as opposed to mental sobriety tests with no relation to the physical act of driving, such as saying the alphabet backwards or following a moving pen with your eyes. Physical skill-based sobriety tests could be party games (Dance Dance Revolution, ping-pong), demonstrations of a physical talent (such as juggling), or a driving simulator videogame built into the back seat of the cop car. Also: being exempt from a sobriety test if you just bowled a 288; asking the illiterate to say the alphabet backwards; a reality show in...
2021-06-24
14 min
Creativity Wasted
Keg Foot Pedal and Beer Can Football (Jon Houser)
Idea: A foot pump for a keg, so you can use both of your hands to dispense the beer without having to also use a hand pump. Also, a Nerf-like football with a "beer bong" or beer can inside of it, so you can toss it to a friend instead of walking all the way over to them. Also: drug dealing by throwing a football with drugs inside of it; something you can throw or launch out of your car (like a balloon or a drone) to dispose of drugs after you get pulled over; cops shooting at balloons Jon...
2021-06-17
08 min
Creativity Wasted
Weed Passing Device (Jon Houser)
Idea: A device to pass weed across the room to your friends without getting up from the couch. Ideas include a ball with a bong inside which is gyroscopically kept upright ("Ballabong"), an "Inspector Gadget"-style extendable device ("Bong Tongs"), a joint with aerodynamic fins to allow you to throw it like a dart ("Jart") or shoot from a Nerf crossbow ("Crossjoint"), a weed catapult ("Cannapult"), and beach balls filled by a Volcano vaporizor ("99 Luftvapeballons"). Also: weed on Mars; dodgebong or "hot potato" where you smoke the potato; the best-case scenario for being hit in the face Jon Houser (https...
2021-06-10
17 min
Talent Talks, formerly The Talent Revolution
Why Employee Experience Matters (and What To Do About It)
Notes from Tom:What is the biggest mistake organizations make around employee experience? When we asked Billie Shipley of Jam City, her answer was a bit of a surprise. She didn’t talk about benefits, compensation, or a workplace teeming with happy dogs. Instead, she said that employers ignore the full life cycle of an employee—which includes their post-employment experience. When you bring people into your workplace, there are many ways to impact their experience in a positive way. For some people, internal employer branding and marketing is a great way to deve...
2021-05-18
40 min
Money Talkers
Your Network is Your Net Worth - High Impact Interview with Tom Shipley
In today's episode, Tom Shipley, serial entrepreneur, is talking about a concept that is easily applicable to our lives no matter what stage we are in. He says, "The people that you surround yourself with, whether that is mentors or in circles will dictate your levels of success." Seems easy enough, right? Align yourself with inspiring people and see a difference in your relationship with life. Connect with Tom here: www.tomshipley.com
2020-11-03
08 min
Performance Marketer
How to Invest in Companies Without Using Your Own Money With Tom Shipley
Investing in companies isn’t a privilege reserved for the financial elite. You could start doing it tomorrow, even if you don’t have millions of dollars lying around in your bank account.Today, we’re going to talk about how to invest in companies with other people’s money, and I don’t think there’s a better person to talk about it with than Tom Shipley.Tom is a serial entrepreneur, strategic advisor, investor, and an expert in omnichannel brand building. About 20 years ago, after a career in the special forces, he began his entrepre...
2020-09-17
33 min
DTC Podcast
Ep 29: Napkin Sketch to $100 Million In Sales with Keranique's Tom Shipley
Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup This week, we interviewed Tom Shipley who took Keranique Hair Regrowth from a napkin sketch to $100,000,000 in sales in 18 months. Some of the ear-nuggets you’ll find in this interview include: 📦How to maximize the lifetime value of a customer at each step of the funnel 📦 How to build a team that will crush your competitors 📦 The DTC blue ocean of merging product with content (hot product + great offer + story = next level of growth) 📦 What Tom considers to be the most imp...
2020-08-20
51 min
Scribble Talk
Scribble Talk Episode 57 - Mark Taylor (Child prodigy in Arts, 1980s television celebrity star, Reflective practitioner, people pictures and patterns, Be here now, choose your boss, leadership masterclass, Shipley UK Managing Director)
With Scribble Talk reaching the 20k downloads' mile stone, we are excited to kick-off the hunt for our Super Fan through our latest campaign and shower our biggest fan with amazing prizes.You are invited to take the SCRIBBLE TALK SUPER FAN QUIZ and win a chance to get life time access to all podcast seasons and grab amazing Amazon Voucher Cards.Take the quiz now: https://baachuscribble.com/scribble-talk-super-fan-contest-2022/Mark Taylor is Managing Director and a Founder Member of Shipley UK. Having studied Electronic Engineering with Medical Electronics, Mark embarked o...
2020-08-19
1h 16
The Sugatan Effect Podcast
#39 Tom Shipley - The Secrets Of Selling $1bn Worth of DTC Products
In this podcast, Deividas sits down with Tom Shipley - entrepreneur, eCommerce investor, and strategist advisor behind 6 figure eCommerce businesses. Tom’s brands have sold over $1B through direct-to-consumer Marketing and retail. And now, he shares some of the most important eCommerce and business lessons learned throughout his career for over 21 years now.
2020-08-17
44 min
RPM45
Michael Brewer of Brewer & Shipley
Michael Brewer and Tom Shipley are folk singers who became famous for their 1971 Top 10 hit "One Toke Over the Line." But as Michael points out in our talk, their biggest hit isn't like most of their work, which is more socially conscious and ballad oriented.So "One Toke" isn't the only story here, but it is the biggest one. Michael tells the how "One Toke" started as a joke, how it became a hit, the controversy that followed it, and what it meant for Brewer & Shipley. Oh yeah, and that it ended up sung on a TV s...
2020-08-12
26 min
Innovations and Breakthroughs
How Joining the Israeli Special Forces Helped Build Successful Brands with Thomas Shipley, Founder of Atlantic Coast Brands
Tom Shipley is a serial entrepreneur who has sold over $1B through omni-channel marketing over the past decade. Launching with virtually no capital, Tom launched and grew Atlantic Coast Brands (ACB) into one of the largest direct to consumer brand, multi-brand companies in America. ACB created one of the hot new categories of women’s hair growth in 2010. Keranique, the first clinically proven hair regrowth system for women, Keranique dominates the market and is the #1 hair regrowth brand for women in America sold through DRTV, Online Channels, Amazon, HSN, salons and retailers such as Ulta, CVS, and Riteaid. Over the...
2020-05-21
21 min
ClickFunnels Radio
How To Create "Gut-uity" - Tom Shipley - CFR #406
In this episode, Dave interviews Tom Shipley while on the ClickFunnels coaching cruise. Tom and Dave discuss how success in health, wealth, and happiness can come from "Gut-uity", which is using gut instinct with intuition. There are opportunities and passion that we have and a key is to listen and seek those out.
2020-01-23
19 min
Words n Turds
“When the Moon Hits Your Eye”
Our first podcast that extends beyond the family within the walls of our home! Ben interviews his Italian family, Marco and Francesca about their stay in the USA. As expected, much inanity and tom foolery ensues.
2019-11-04
55 min
My Father's Place Radio
Michael Brewer of Brewer & Shipley
Recognized as one of the most successful folk rock duos of the 70's, Brewer & Shipley have remained true to their original form throughout five decades. Constantly touring Brewer & Shipley could be found performing in such notable venues as; Carnegie Hall, The Bottom Line, The Troubadour, The Roxy, Keil Opera House, and Arrowhead Stadium. Because of their broad appeal, they became a favored support act for major tours, sharing the stage with a diverse list of artists, including: Elton John, The Eagles, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Bonnie Raitt, Electric Light Orchestra, Jethro Tull, Humble Pie, Ted Nugent and Bl...
2019-08-29
53 min