Road2Retail podcast

Interview with Nigel Smith — Founder and CEO of Zurena

Nigel Smith, founder and CEO of cocktail mixer brand Zurena, discusses his experience of creating a consumer brand. He reflects on the commitment involved in starting a business and the importance of recognizing progress along the way, sharing the personal side of his entrepreneurial journey.

Episode 2740 min 39 sec

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Nigel Smithfounder and CEOZurena

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About this episode

Nigel Smith joins the Founders Series to share his experience building Zurena, a cocktail mixer brand. The interview follows his entrepreneurial journey and the personal commitment involved in creating a business.

Nigel reflects on that commitment and on making time to recognize the wins along the way. His account gives emerging brand founders a view of the experience behind the business, including the importance he places on celebrating progress while continuing the work.

Topics covered

Building Zurena

Nigel’s experience creating a cocktail mixer brand.

The founder’s commitment

The personal investment involved in starting a business.

Recognizing progress

Why Nigel emphasizes celebrating wins along the way.

Go To Market Strategy

Build a practical plan to enter or grow retail distribution.