The VC Founder: $22M Raised to Acquire and Scale Consumer Brands

How do you build a venture capital firm from scratch with five co-founders? What does it take to scale consumer goods brands successfully? And why is teaming up with experienced individuals crucial to achieving exponential growth?In this episode of 30 & Thriving, Alberto sits down with Laurence Booth-Clibborn, the founder of Mothership, a venture capital firm transforming the consumer goods and ecommerce industry.Laurence, shares the journey of raising $22M, acquiring and scaling direct-to-consumer brands, and managing rapid growth. Packed with actionable insights and lessons on entrepreneurship, this episode is perfect for anyone looking to thrive in the world of consumer business and venture capital. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Not long ago, Alberto Zandi was a university student trying to figure out his professional path. His first steps were in strategy consulting, but he quickly realized he had an appetite for business. By 22, he founded Emerald Hospitality Group, one of the UK’s fastest-growing businesses according to The Sunday Times in 2024. Now, at 28, Alberto employs over 200 people and owns multiple hospitality brands. His hard work and dedication have landed him a place on Forbes' 30 Under 30 list in 2023.In "30 & Thriving," Alberto sits down with fellow Forbes 30 Under 30 honorees to share the real stories behind their successes, challenges, and personal journeys. These conversations aim to humanize success, showcasing the resilience and perseverance needed to thrive. Tune in for authentic insights that inspire and motivate you to pursue your own entrepreneurial dreams.IG: https://www.instagram.com/30tofficial/LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/30tofficial/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.