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Hey Friends,
Our guest on today’s episode of Consumer VC is with Brett Thomas, Co-Founder & General Partner at CAVU Venture Partners.
CAVU Venture Partners builds brands for a healthier world. Some of their investments include WHOOP, Poppi, and Once Upon a Farm.
You’ll learn:
His transition from hedge funds to early-stage companies
How he helped young companies land on prime billboard spots
How CAVU came together
His approach to brand building
The relationship between packaging and product
Enjoy listening!
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The Power of Billboards with Brett Thomas, Co-founder & General Partner at CAVU Venture Partners