Scaling for Good with Mike Beckham

Simple Beginnings: Mike and Heather's Entrepreneurial Journey

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 and how they prioritize their marriage and family. Heather provides additional key insight and advice on supporting and challenging an entrepreneurial spouse. Lastly, they open up on the impact of their giving initiatives and the motivation behind incorporating every employee in the process. Watch Scaling For Good: https://www.youtube.com/@mikebeckhamsm Visit Mike's Website: https://www.mikebeckhamblog.com Follow Mike on X: https://twitter.com/mikebeckhamsm Follow Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebeckhamsm/ Checkout Simple Modern: https://www.simplemodern.com [https://www.simplemodern.com/]

The Story Behind Simple Modern's Licensing Triumphs

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 patterns, and the importance of understanding partners' needs with a long-term mindset. Beyond Disney, the conversation touches on partnerships with major sports leagues and media companies, mass retail challenges, and the impact of trust and reputation on industry opportunities. Scaling for Good unveils the power of licensing, the art of partnerships, and the long-term vision propelling Simple Modern's success. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: Launch, grow, and optimize with Bluebird: https://www.thebluebirdgrp.com/ Watch Scaling For Good: https://www.youtube.com/@mikebeckhamsm Visit Mike's Website: https://www.mikebeckhamblog.com Follow Mike on X: https://twitter.com/mikebeckhamsm Follow Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebeckhamsm/ Checkout Simple Modern: https://www.simplemodern.com

Goals Beyond Profit: Simple Modern's Commitment to Giving Back

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 business bankable. Hannam explains how they managed inventory, the nuances of the consumer product business, and the role of forecasting and planning in mitigating risks associated with inventory management. Jeff discusses the company's goals beyond profit, emphasizing a desire for giving and benefiting the local community. They explore the significance of internal ownership and how it allows for a long-term focus on both financial success and broader goals. The conversation also touches on the challenges and benefits of aligning individual values within the company, particularly when it comes to the complex interplay between financial performance and qualitative goals. Overall, the conversation provides a glimpse into the challenges, emotions, and strategic considerations involved in managing a startup, especially during critical times such as the COVID pandemic. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: Solving the tension between optimization and design, we help brands make the most of their eCommerce: https://www.vaangroup.com/ [https://www.vaangroup.com/] Watch Scaling For Good: https://www.youtube.com/@mikebeckhamsm [https://www.youtube.com/@mikebeckhamsm] Visit Mike's Website: https://www.mikebeckhamblog.com [https://www.mikebeckhamblog.com/] Follow Mike on X: https://twitter.com/mikebeckhamsm [https://twitter.com/mikebeckhamsm] Follow Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebeckhamsm/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebeckhamsm/] Checkout Simple Modern: https://www.simplemodern.com [https://www.simplemodern.com/]

Building Trust Through Tech

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 for collaboration can bridge the understanding gap and lead to successful project outcomes. The episode explores topics such as the intersection of credibility and trust, navigating complex projects, and the art of effective communication in leadership. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: Friendly Full-Service Order Fulfillment and Distribution https://www.encorefulfills.com/ Watch Scaling For Good: https://www.youtube.com/@mikebeckhamsm Visit Mike's Website: https://www.mikebeckhamblog.com Follow Mike on X: https://twitter.com/mikebeckhamsm Follow Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebeckhamsm/ Checkout Simple Modern: https://www.simplemodern.com [https://www.simplemodern.com/]

How Simple Modern Forged Customer Bonds

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 the company's journey on Amazon, positioning Simple Modern as a value brand. The conversation touches on managing a creative team, qualitative and quantitative inputs, and the significance of constant experimentation in staying ahead in the dynamic market. THIS EPISODE'S SPONSOR: Solving the tension between optimization and design, we help brands make the most of their eCommerce: https://www.vaangroup.com/ Watch Scaling For Good: https://www.youtube.com/@mikebeckhamsm Visit Mike's Website: https://www.mikebeckhamblog.com Follow Mike on X: https://twitter.com/mikebeckhamsm Follow Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebeckhamsm/ Checkout Simple Modern: https://www.simplemodern.com [https://www.simplemodern.com/]