Lindsay McCormick - Founder and CEO of Bite | Building Mission-Driven Companies

Success Story with Scott D. Clary

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➡️ About The Guest

Lindsay McCormick is the Founder and CEO of Bite, a trailblazing brand in sustainable oral care. Her journey began in 2016 while working as a TV producer on HGTV's "House Hunters." Lindsay, fueled by a passion for sustainability, invested $6,000 to create eco-friendly toothpaste alternatives. Today, she leads Bite, a multimillion-dollar company committed to eliminating plastic waste from personal care products. Lindsay's transition from TV producer to sustainable entrepreneur, her impactful Shark Tank appearance, and her dedication to a plastic-free future exemplify her entrepreneurial spirit and environmental commitment.

Based in Southern California, Lindsay revolutionizes personal care with Bite's plastic-free, cruelty-free products, including viral toothpaste tablets. Her story showcases how small brands can drive big change, emphasizing the importance of embracing discomfort as a founder. Lindsay McCormick's legacy lies in her relentless pursuit of a more sustainable world, one innovative product at a time.

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https://www.instagram.com/heylindsaymc/

https://twitter.com/lindsaymc/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-mccormick-39188521/

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 - Intro

03:10 - Lindsay McCormick's Origin Story

07:29 - First Side Hustle Iteration

13:00 - Realizing Product Viability

18:50 - Scaling Amid Influx of Orders

26:05 - Shark Tank Offers & Fundraising Views

34:13 - Sponsor: My First Million Podcast

35:23 - Sustainability in Product Launch

40:50 - Prioritizing Sustainability in Business

44:11 - Expanding Beyond Key Product

48:20 - Launching New Products Seamlessly

50:58 - Secrets to New Product Success

53:38 - Lessons for Changing Customer Habits

57:15 - Advice on Building a CPG Brand

58:12 - Lindsay's Closing Thoughts

1:00:00 - Connecting with Lindsay Online

1:00:21 - Lindsay's Definition of Success

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