Christian Verhoeven is an entrepreneur and consultant and was the Founder of Big Fudge, a leading brand for premium vinyl record sleeves on Amazon. For five years, Christian was a sous-chef at Spago Beverly Hills before he decided to take the leap into entrepreneurship. He combined his passion for vinyl records and brand ownership to create Big Fudge — and from there, he scaled his brand into a full-time job.

Are you a new entrepreneur struggling to develop your brand? Where can you turn for expert tips to optimize your business strategy through your brand-building process?

For Christian Verhoeven, he found guidance in the transition from a sous-chef to an Amazon entrepreneur by connecting with others already established in the entrepreneurial space. He was proactive in forming standard operating procedures. As he says, when you’re operating your business the right way, exiting your brand is easy. Today, he is here to share his exit process with you. 

In this episode of Amazing Exits, Paul Miller sits down with Christian Verhoeven, entrepreneur and consultant, to discuss selling and exiting an Amazon business. Listen as Christian talks about his transition into an entrepreneurial role, the importance of optimizing your operating procedures and tracking stability payments, and the process of working with an aggregator. Stay tuned!

Chris Shipferling is a Managing Partner at Global Wired Advisors, a leading Digital Investment Bank that specializes in the optimization of the business sale process. Before working at Global Wired Advisors, Chris was the Owner of Robert & Pearl, the Executive General Manager for North & South America at Jané Group, and the Senior Director of Sales at Evenflo.

Through his work at Global Wired Advisors, Chris offers expert advice to Amazon and e-commerce entrepreneurs searching to maximize their potential before, during, and after their big exit.

How can you maximize the value and assets within your company? Is there a proven operating model you can follow to scale your e-commerce brand?

Chris Shipferling is experienced in mergers and acquisitions for e-commerce brands, and he is here to share his thoughts with you. Chris and his team have examined the data and created a proven operating model for growth, so your brand can focus its attention on growing and scaling to eventually make a greater exit.

In this episode of Amazing Exits, Paul Miller sits down with Chris Shipferling, Managing Partner at Global Wired Advisors, to discuss observations, trends, and strategies from the Prosper Show. Chris talks about the shift in agenda from previous Prosper Show years, why brand owners are focusing their resources on product innovation, and the effects of current events in terms of growing and exiting your brand.

Paul Miller is a lifelong entrepreneur who founded and scaled a multimillion-dollar e-commerce brand. He is planning for his own successful exit and is excited to share his journey.

He is passionate about empowering Amazon entrepreneurs with the best resources and support to create a sellable business and achieve their ideal exit.

Are you considering exiting your business but not sure where to turn? Where can you go to connect and learn from profitable Amazon sellers? 

If you’re yearning for knowledge on how to make your business more profitable, the Prosper Show is the place to go! This special event for Amazon sellers is being held in Las Vegas, Nevada from March 13 to 16, 2022. This event features leaders in the industry and is a networking hub of educational content. Paul Miller from Amazing Exits is offering attendees the opportunity to schedule a free consultation and strategy session. 

Join Paul Miller in this episode of Amazing Exits as he details the activities, events, and highlights from the Prosper Show. Paul talks about the leaders and speakers attending the event, how an exhibit area is a networking tool, and the opportunity to connect with him.

Taliesen Hollywood is the Director at Hahnbeck, a mergers and acquisitions company that specializes in the e-commerce space for lower middle-market and small businesses. Before his role with Hahnbeck, Taliesen was part of the founding team for Undisclosed Startups, the Director for Nomad International, Co-founder and CEO of Homebly.com, and Business Analyst of Mergers and Acquisitions and Licensing for Globe Life Sciences (formerly Propagate Pharma).

As a seller or buyer, how can you meet the increasing expectations of acquisition? Can you get to the highest possible valuation as an Amazon FBA business?

The range of Amazon FBA business valuations has widened considerably, giving sellers a false sense of security that valuations are higher than average. How can you find a buyer? It comes down to layered strategies to find the strongest strategic fit for your brand. Taliesen Hollywood details the truth about the spreading misconceptions in his article, “The Truth About Amazon FBA Valuations.”

In this episode of Amazing Exits, Paul Miller sits down with Taliesen Hollywood, Director of Hahnbeck, to discuss a clearer understanding of the aggregator market regarding valuations. Taliesen talks about his reasoning for writing his article, the different ways multiples can be described and utilized, and the reasons why brands do not sell.

Zack Leonard is the COO, President, and Co-founder of Gembah, where they help Amazon and e-commerce sellers design, research, manufacture, and promote products. He has helped build Instacart in the Texas market from zero to seven figures and the national supply forecasting system, has led partnerships with WholeFoods and Costco, and was the Director of Strategy for Dropoff.

He earned his bachelor of business administration from Texas McCombs School of Business. He lives with his wife, daughter, and two dogs in Texas.

Knowing when to invest in the right product can be tricky, and navigating the design and patent process can cause even more stress. What if you had a guide to help you through the research and design processes with confidence?

Zack Leonard and his team at Gembah are experts at creating a product from the ground up. At Gembah, they examine the data, supply chain logistics, and best product sourcing and marketing practices to help you make an intelligent and informed decision. Are you ready to take the first step?

In this episode of Amazing Exits, Paul Miller sits down with Zack Leonard, COO, President, and Co-founder of Gembah, to discuss the different aspects of building a successful brand for your greatest exit. Zack talks about innovative marketing and design strategies, the importance of examining all the components of product development, and reaching your revenue goals through product development. Stay tuned!

Richard Turnbull is the CEO and Founder of The Restored, a sleep, nutrition, and movement brand for a healthy mindset. He is the Director at Clever Yellow, a supplier of innovative back braces. Richard scaled his health brands and successfully navigated the rough waters of the Covid-19 pandemic and Brexit for a seven-figure exit.

Are you ready to sell your business and start the next chapter? How do you align your international brand with aggregator demands for a greater exit?

Growing and scaling your Amazon brand takes time and dedication — selling your Amazon brand comes down to perfect timing. But, taking the time for due diligence and strategic negotiations can add more funds to your pocket, so you must be willing to put in the work. Richard Turnbull seized the opportunity presented to him, and he is here to share his strategies with you. 

In this episode of Amazing Exits, Paul Miller sits down with Richard Turnbull, CEO and Founder of The Restored, to discuss what makes the most significant difference in your financial profit after a sale. Richard shares his experience selling his brand to an aggregator, the importance of due diligence, and some of the most common questions other sellers have asked him.

Joe Hogg is the Managing Partner and Co-founder of Global Wired Advisors. He is also the Managing Partner and Co-founder of Providium Group LLC, and the CEO and Founder of J. Ryland Capital Advisors. Prior to these roles, Joe was the Global Head of Funding for Wells Fargo’s trading and investment banking division, Wells Fargo Securities, and was the Managing Director of the Structured Finance division at Deutsche Bank.

Robert Salmon is the Head of Research at Global Wired Advisors. Prior to working at the firm, Robert was the Senior Vice President at Wolfe Research, LLC, and an Associate Analyst for an automotive team at Deutsche Bank Securities. He has experience analyzing transportation companies such as Amazon Logistics, UPS, FedEx, the USPS, trucking companies (TL and LTL), 3PLs, as well as the broader economy.

Are you a brand owner looking to invest in the capital marketplace or an aggregator? What steps can your brand take to boost performance in the marketplace and appeal to a broader aggregator audience?

Online sales growth has continued to rise, and the pandemic only accelerated this growth as consumers gravitate towards the convenience of delivered goods. Joe Hogg and Robert Salmon compiled a focus report to detail Amazon aggregators' risk and return features and their role in the acquisition, building value, and increasing interest in the brand space. They are here to share key insights with you.

In this episode of Amazing Exits, Paul Miller is joined by Joe Hogg, Managing Partner and Co-founder of Global Wired Advisors, and Robert Salmon, Head of Research at Global Wired Advisors, to discuss how Amazon aggregators are shaping the digital consumer space. Together, they share how the number of aggregators in a space can increase value, how the pandemic accelerated growth in the capital marketplace, and how consolidation and capital reallocation lead to change. Stay tuned!

John VanDerMeulen is the Founder of VDM Partners LLC, a consulting and wholesale online retail store helping Amazon FBA sellers maximize their growth. His proven techniques and system assures brands are monitored and aligned to increase conversion rates. Before founding VDM Partners LLC, John was the Owner and Sales Engineer at E&B Machine Co. and uses his managing experience to provide exceptional customer service and consultation to brands.

Are you an e-commerce seller who wants to target your audience and improve your marketing process effectively? How can you optimize your online presence to scale your brand?

Growing and scaling a brand is not without its challenges, which is why John VanDerMeulen is using his experience with building and operating businesses to help other entrepreneurs reach their goals. John has proven processes to organize, control, and sustain growth by creating a customized strategy to help your brand grow.

In this episode of Amazing Exits, Paul Miller is joined by John VanDerMeulen, Founder of VDM Partners LLC, to discuss important strategies for Amazon FBA sellers to scale and take control of their brand in the Amazon marketplace. John talks about his entrepreneurial journey as an Amazon seller, listing optimization through SEO marketing, and bringing integrity and honesty to help other brand owners achieve their greatest exit.