How HatLaunch Leveraged Clearco’s Non-Dilutive Funding and Scales to $10M → Robert Hamm

2X eCommerce Podcast

In this episode of the 2X eCommerce Podcast, host Kunle Campbell is joined by Andrew Curtis, CEO of Clearco, along with Robert Hamm and Tyler Smith from HatLaunch. They discuss leveraging non-dilutive funding to scale HatLaunch to a $10 million business.

Learn how effective ad spend, strategic capital management, and automation have driven their growth. Discover the challenges and successes they've experienced, and get actionable insights into financing your own eCommerce venture. Don't miss this inspiring conversation filled with valuable tips for growing your business!

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Guest’s Links:

• Website: Clearco - invoice funding for eCommerce
• Website: HatLaunch - get your own custom hats
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• LinkedIn: Andrew Curtis
• LinkedIn: Robert Hamm
• LinkedIn: Tyler Smith

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• (00:00) - Introduction to Capital Management
• (01:14) - Meet the Guests: Clearco and Hat Launch
• (03:09) - The Hat Launch Journey
• (03:50) - Scaling with Automation and Innovation
• (04:50) - Navigating Capital Challenges
• (06:41) - Leveraging Clearco and PayPal
• (18:13) - The Role of Marketing in Growth
• (22:44) - Financial Strategies and Trends
• (27:51) - Customer Cashflow Management with Clerico
• (28:26) - Diverse Uses of Clerico Funding
• (29:23) - Monthly Invoicing and Ad Spend
• (29:47) - When to Consider Invoice Financing
• (31:55) - The Importance of Profitability in Ad Spend
• (33:08) - Clearco's Unique Financing Approach
• (39:32) - Navigating Platform Volatility
• (44:28) - Synergy Between Finance and Advertising
• (45:50) - Diversifying Revenue Streams
• (54:00) - Final Thoughts and Resources

Creators & Guests

• Robert Hamm - Guest
• Tyler Smith - Guest
• Andrew Curtis - Guest
• Kunle Campbell - Host