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Paul Rogers and James Gurd
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EP345: What Gymshark's Ex CEO Learned About The Economics Of Scale Going From £5m to £500m+
Our Pulse Special episodes feature the hottest content from the 2026 event, including panel discussions with leading brands and technology vendors.Exclusive to Inside Commerce, these discussions share interesting insights from respected industry practitioners.In this panel, ex Gymshark CEO Steve Hewitt, now founder of Whanau Advisory, talks about the economics of scale. Steve joined Gymshark when it was at £5 million revenue, and oversaw its rapid growth to £500 million +, leading the business through investment and a £1 billion+ valuation. He talks about their four buckets for success:1. What's the brand's purpose?2. Who does it exist for?3. What is the brand's value set?4. What is the business model and how scalable is it?He explores the dynamics of investment and how investors evaluate the investment potential for ecommerce brands.It's an incredible opportunity to get expert advice from a seasoned ecommerce executive who understands the commercial dynamics of growth and investment.About PulsePulse is an ecommerce conference designed for ambitious high-growth retailers and brands looking for inspiration and innovation from some of the top speakers in ecommerce and digital marketing.It takes place over 2 days every year in London, UK, with it sister New York event in September.
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