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She forged a career creating collaborations from the ground up and has worked with every major brand and artist including Red Bull, Hyundai, Sir Richard Branson, Elton John, Prince, HSBC, Shell, The Rolling Stones, Coors […] (135 words) - [There Is No Playbook Anymore - Sandbox Studios](/content/there-is-no-playbook-anymore/index.html): The companies that win in the next decade may look nothing like the companies that won in the last one. For most of the last twenty years, venture capital had a relatively clear formula. Build software.Scale users.Raise capital.Expand globally. The details changed, but the blueprint was largely understood. Today, that blueprint appears to be breaking. […] (447 words, Jun 24, 2026) - [Why Consumer Is Bigger Than Silicon Valley Thinks - Sandbox Studios](/content/why-consumer-is-bigger-than-silicon-valley-thinks/index.html): Culture Becomes More Valuable in an AI World Last week, I was honoured to be invited to join the largest US/UK trade delegation to date — a highly curated group assembled by the British government and Consulate to represent some of the UK’s leading founders, investors, executives, artists, and cultural figures operating globally. As a […] (1,063 words, May 27, 2026) - [We Don’t Usually Do This - Sandbox Studios](/content/we-dont-usually-do-this/index.html): Here’s Why We Just Did We don’t typically make multiple investments in quick succession. Our approach has always been deliberate — focused on a small number of high-conviction positions where we believe we have a real edge around access, pricing, and distribution. So when we make two investments in a short period, it’s because we’re […] (813 words, Apr 29, 2026) - [Fund I Milestone - Sandbox Studios](/content/fund-i-milestone/index.html): We’re excited to share that Fund I has generated its first distribution following a partial secondary sale in one of our portfolio companies. Achieving realized liquidity just over two years from final close is highly uncommon for a first-time fund and reflects our focus on disciplined entry pricing and deliberate portfolio construction. Rather than optimizing […] (832 words, Mar 25, 2026) - [Falling For Fashion: Sandbox Studios Invests In Destree - Sandbox Studios](/content/falling-for-fashion-sandbox-studios-invests-in-destree.html): At Sandbox Studios, we invest in celebrity brands that shape culture – those that blend creativity, storytelling, and business excellence to create something extraordinary. Today, we’re thrilled to announce our investment in Destree, a Parisian brand bridging the gap between luxury and accessibility through sculptural design and impeccable craftsmanship. Why Destree Founded in 2016, Destree […] (526 words, Jan 14, 2026) - [Looking Ahead To 2026 - Sandbox Studios](/content/looking-ahead-to-2026/index.html): What To Expect From Us 2026 is shaping up to be our strongest year yet. You can expect: CELEBRATING THE SEASON WITH SANDBOX STUDIOS Holiday Specials The holidays are just around the corner, and we’re delighted to bring you exclusive offers from our Sandbox Studios founders. We’ve gathered a selection of our top picks to […] (576 words, Dec 3, 2025) - [Retail Resurgence: Why The Shelf Matters Again - Sandbox Studios](/content/retail-resurgence-why-the-shelf-matters-again/index.html): As DTC breaks, retail wins – and Sandbox Studios is first to market For much of the past decade, consumer investing had one mantra: win online. Direct-to-consumer brands promised exponential growth fueled by Facebook ads, precise targeting, and limitless digital shelf space. Investors lined up to back digital-first plays — and for a time, it […] (850 words, Oct 1, 2025) - [The Art & Science Of Celebrity Deals - Sandbox Studios](/content/the-art-science-of-celebrity-deals/index.html): Why Alignment Between Talent and Structure is the Difference Between a Fad and a Forever Brand Sandbox Studios doesn’t engineer celebrity pairings. We invest where the co- founder is already in place. But with 20+ years of building partnerships across the globe, we know which ones work — and which ones crash and burn. That’s […] (835 words, Aug 27, 2025) - [It’s Weird Out There - Sandbox Studios](/content/its-weird-out-there/index.html): What VCs Are (and Aren’t) Backing Right Now The deck is tight. The TAM is real. The story’s strong. So… why are checks still slow? Welcome to 2025: fundraising is happening, but it’s weird out there. The market isn’t dead, but it’s cautious. According to Crunchbase, global VC funding fell 30% in Q2 2025 compared […] (1,146 words, Jul 30, 2025) - [When Fame Isn’t Enough: Why Some Celebrity Brands Flop - Sandbox Studios](/content/when-fame-isnt-enough-why-some-celebrity-brands-flop.html): A closer look at why some celebrity brands fail, and what makes the ones that last stand out. Featuring lessons from J.Lo, Nicole Richie, and Tyra Banks. For every SKIMS or Casamigos, there’s another that quietly vanished without a trace. We remember the success stories. The billion-dollar exits. The front-page launches. But a lot of […] (1,210 words, Jul 5, 2025) - [Rhode To A Billion - Sandbox Studios](/content/rhode-to-a-billion/index.html): Why Hailey Bieber’s $1B Exit Proves the Power of Celebrity Brands Three years ago, Rhode launched with a singleproduct, a simple brand promise, and a globally recognized face in HaileyBieber. Last week, e.l.f. Beauty acquired Rhode in a deal worth up to $1billion—a staggering sum for a brand barely out of its infancy. To most, […] (591 words, Jun 25, 2025) - [Celebrity Brands: Less Is More - Sandbox Studios](/content/celebrity-brands-less-is-more/index.html): The Power of Focus A celebrity co-founder can be a superpower. When done right, the combination of fame, influence, and storytelling can drive millions in earned media, unlock retail distribution in record time, and deliver viral moments that traditional brands only dream of. In fact, 45% of Gen Z consumers say they’re more likely to […] (1,171 words, May 28, 2025) - [Inside Expo West 2025 - Sandbox Studios](/content/inside-expo-west-2025/index.html): Trends, Highlights, and Hot Takes Expo West, the largest annual North American trade show for natural, organic, and sustainable products, gathered over 3,500 consumer packaged goods (CPG) exhibitors and more than 85,000 attendees in Anaheim, California, this month. Industry leaders, emerging innovators, and major retailers connected over several days, showcasing products across food and beverage, […] (623 words, Mar 26, 2025) - [Necker Island AGM - Sandbox Studios](/content/necker-island-agm/index.html): Where Deals, Celebrities & Big Ideas Collide Necker Island—where white sand beaches meet whiteboard strategy sessions, and some of the most influential minds in venture and celebrity-backed brands came together. Last month, Sandbox Studios hosted an unforgettable AGM, packed with next-level insights, powerhouse connections, and the kind of deal-making that only happens in a setting […] (710 words, Feb 26, 2025) - [Happy Holidays From Sandbox Studios - Sandbox Studios](/content/happy-holidays-from-sandbox-studios/index.html): Holiday Deals We are sharing exclusive Sandbox Studios discount codes to make your holiday shopping even easier! Check out our ultimate gift guide with premium products and amazing deals for everyone on your list. Dr. Bombay Ice Cream x Snoop Dogg Snoop Dogg is giving every Sandbox Studios newsletter subscriber one FREE pint of ice […] (340 words, Dec 4, 2024) - [Sandbox Studios Invests In Maker Wine: Raising The Bar In Premium Canned Wine - Sandbox Studios](/content/sandbox-studios-invests-in-maker-wine-raising-the-bar-in-premium-canned-wine.html): At Sandbox Studios, we believe in backing game-changers—the innovators setting new standards in their industries. Today, we’re thrilled to announce our latest investment in female-founded Maker Wine, a bold brand redefining the wine experience – sip by sip, and can by can. Why Maker Wine Maker Wine isn’t your average canned wine company. Founded by […] (762 words, Oct 30, 2024) - [Jennifer Aniston & Invisible Universe Land Major Book Deal - Sandbox Studios](/content/jennifer-aniston-invisible-universe-land-major-book-deal.html): Creating Children’s IP with Legacy Talent Portfolio company Invisible Universe launches their second children’s book based on internet native animated IP (or “internative” as the cool kids are calling it), Clydeo Takes a Bite Out of Life by Jennifer Aniston. Released on October 1st, this marks a significant milestone for the animated franchise and its […] (392 words, Oct 2, 2024) - [Deal or No Deal: Top 5 Reasons Celebrity Brands Fail to Raise Capital - Sandbox Studios](/content/deal-or-no-deal-top-5-reasons-celebrity-brands-fail-to-raise-capital.html): Top 5 Reasons Celebrity Brands Fail To Raise Capital Celebrity brands first ventured into raising outside capital around five years ago, moving away from self-funding to seeking outside investors. Initially, they faced challenges securing institutional investment at the seed stage, often relying instead on angel investors and family offices. This pattern mirrors the struggles of […] (1,039 words, Aug 28, 2024) - [Fit is Everything - Sandbox Studios](/content/fit-is-everything/index.html): To a Man with a Hammer Everything Looks Like a Nail Berkshire Hathaway’s Charlie Munger uses this saying often in his book, Poor Charlie’s Almanack: The Essential Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munger (highly recommend). A saying that resonates profoundly with celebrity brands. The saying suggests that if a person is familiar with a […] (758 words, Jul 31, 2024) - [Celebrities As A PSA - Sandbox Studios](/content/celebrities-as-a-psa/index.html): Changing Behaviors with Star Power Public Service Announcements (PSAs) have long been a cornerstone of raising public awareness and promoting positive behavior changes. PSAs are messages disseminated by the media without charge, aimed at educating and informing the public. Here are a few memorable examples from the past: Why PSAs Work PSAs are effective for […] (683 words, Jun 26, 2024) - [4 Key Takeaways From Omaha - Sandbox Studios](/content/4-key-takeaways-from-omaha/index.html): Berkshire Hathaway Annual General Meeting: Insights on Investing in Celebrity Brands Sandbox Studios had the privilege of attending the much-anticipated Berkshire Hathaway 2024 annual shareholders’ meeting in May, alongside 40,000 other investors, luminaries, and industry titans – including Tim Cook and Bill Gates. Warren Buffett, the revered Oracle of Omaha and CEO of Berkshire, held […] (812 words, May 29, 2024) - [The Allure Of Celebrity Brands - Sandbox Studios](/content/the-allure-of-celebrity-brands/index.html): In the ever-evolving landscape of investment opportunities, we’re turning the spotlight on a category that fuses the glitz of celebrity with the grind of business: celebrity brands. This arena merges star appeal with strategic marketing to create products that resonate deeply with consumers. Here’s why savvy investors like us are paying attention. Immediate Market Access: […] (478 words, Apr 24, 2024) - [Biggest Trend At Expo West: Your Mama - Sandbox Studios](/content/biggest-trend-at-expo-west-your-mama/index.html): The biggest trend no one is talking about The Natural Products Expo West 2024 took place from March 12-16 at the Anaheim Convention Center, offering a comprehensive platform for natural, organic, and conscious products. With over 90,000 attendees, Expo West is one of the largest trade shows in the industry. It is also affectionately known […] (874 words, Mar 27, 2024) - [Marc Andreessen Thinks Celeb-Brands Are The Future - Sandbox Studios](/content/marc-andreessen-thinks-celeb-brands-are-the-future/index.html): On The Ben & Marc Show, a podcast notable venture capitalists Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz host, Andreessen outlined his reasoning as to why celebrities are the future of consumer brands. Despite both having a hard time recalling which brands were celebrity backed let alone successful, and neither having marketing backgrounds, their reasoning was incredibly […] (541 words, Feb 28, 2024) - [Celebrities Are A Force Multiplier - Sandbox Studios](/content/celebrities-are-a-force-multiplier/index.html): Force Multiplier:\fo(e)rs\məl- tə -plĪ(ə)r n: A tool that dramatically amplifies your effectiveness. Originally coined in the military, force multiplier refers to the use of technology or skills that make effort more effective. Nothing could be truer than adding celebrity star power to a consumer brand. The obvious force multiplier with celebrities is awareness – as […] (1,055 words, Jan 31, 2024) - [Sourse: Democratizing Wellness - Sandbox Studios](/content/sourse-democratizing-wellness/index.html): In 2020, Andrew Remlinger and Jenne Moore introduced the world to Sourse, a vitamin infused chocolate crafted with plant-based ingredients proven to revitalize how people look and feel. In the fall of last year, they brought Sarah Hyland, superstar actress from hit TV show, Modern Family, on as a cofounder and creative director. This week […] (1,081 words, Nov 20, 2023) - [Celebrity Ownership: How Much Is Too Much? - Sandbox Studios](/content/celebrity-ownership-how-much-is-too-much/index.html): Understanding the Matrix of Celebrity Deals Most people assume that the greater the ownership in a company, the greater care the person will have in seeing that business succeed. Whilst that is often the case in the real world, this doesn’t play out as expected in the context of celebrity deals. Rather than bore you […] (970 words, Oct 25, 2023) - [NuSkool: A New Face - Sandbox Studios](/content/nuskool-a-new-face-ef-bf-bc/index.html): On June 14, 2022, NuSkool announced they were welcoming former NFL quarterback and ESPN broadcaster, Tim Tebow as investor and Chief Mission Officer of the business. We sat down with founder and CEO, Joe Christensen to learn about how it all came together, what went into this decision and its impact on the business moving […] (934 words, Oct 25, 2023) - [Yezzy Fallout Aftermath - Sandbox Studios](/content/yezzy-fallout-aftermath/index.html): Failed celebrity brands are often noted because they failed. Failed to secure customers, failed to get on the shelves, failed at product-market-fit. Whilst the reasoning behind these failures is varied and vast, one often doesn’t consider the failure of a partnership after success. A situation Adidas currently finds themselves in. Corporate America Cancels Kanye In […] (586 words, Sep 27, 2023) - [tbh: Bigger than Business - Sandbox Studios](/content/tbh-bigger-than-business/index.html): At 15 years old, Stranger Things star, Noah Schnapp, partnered with UVS in an effort to bring tbh to the world.This week we sat down with Chief Executive Officer, Elena Guberman, of tbh – one of the fastest growing brands focusing on sustainable, better-for-you, nostalgic snacks. Our conversation focused on what it means for tbh […] (1,175 words, Sep 20, 2023) - [Why Celebrity Brands Fail - Sandbox Studios](/content/why-celebrity-brands-fail/index.html): And The Two Things You Need To Look Out for We talk a lot about why celebrity co-founders make great partners and most importantly, how they can quickly accelerate a brand’s growth. But what about when it goes south? Who is to blame? Because the truth of the matter is that most celebrity brands fail. […] (571 words, Aug 30, 2023) - [The Beauty Of Your Home - Sandbox Studios](/content/the-beauty-of-your-home/index.html): Defining A New Category. That’s exactly what actress Courteney Cox and Sarah Jahnke are doing at Homecourt. Homecourt offers beauty products for the home. It carries a wide variety of products like surface cleaner, room deodorant, dish soap, candles, hand soap, and fragrance in luxurious scents like Steeped Rose and the signature CeCe. Courteney founded the […] (1,535 words, Jul 21, 2023) - [Top 3 Tips To Picking The Perfect Celebrity Co-Founder - Sandbox Studios](/content/top-3-tips-to-picking-the-perfect-celebrity-co-founder.html): Most founders are looking for that ‘secret sauce’ to accelerate their business. Whether you are an early stage or a late-stage company, having a superpower is paramount to success in a cluttered market. And let’s face it, every sector is cluttered nowadays. With competition coming from the far reaches of the world and in the […] (1,125 words, Jun 28, 2023) - [Market Heating Up For Talent-Led Brands - Sandbox Studios](/content/market-heating-up-for-talent-led-brands/index.html): Investments announced by r.e.m. beauty, Henry Rose, and Ceremonia – all led by one investor While the rest of the market stagnates, that has not been the case for many celebrity-led brands who have had major announcements in the past month alone. Sandbridge Capital, new entrant in celebrity brands, being one of the most active […] (513 words, May 31, 2023) - [Top of the Mornin' Coffee - Sandbox Studios](/content/top-of-the-mornin-coffee/index.html): Turning A Creator’s Vision into Reality. That’s the job that Hugh Thomas, CEO of Top of the Mornin’ Coffee (TOTM), has taken on for Youtube creator Sean McLoughlin (aka Jacksepticeye). Jacksepticeye has over 29 million followers on Youtube where he creates video gaming content and other content. He starts each video with the phrase “Top […] (1,242 words, May 26, 2023) - [Ryan Reynolds Gets Promoted - Sandbox Studios](/content/ryan-reynolds-gets-promoted/index.html): How Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney used their celebrity to achieve the impossible For those not familiar with the FX documentary, “Welcome to Wrexham”, two famous actors (Reynolds and McElhenney) bought a football (soccer) club for $2.5m in North Wales – Wrexham A.F.C. Complete underdogs at the start and after two years since Reynolds and […] (818 words, Apr 26, 2023) - [Growth through Licensing Deals - Sandbox Studios](/content/growth-through-licensing-deals/index.html): Dr. Squatch was founded in 2013 with the goal of differentiating itself from the commoditized men’s personal care industry. At that time, the industry was struggling to build brand loyalty with its core customer base. Dr. Squatch believed that entertaining and engaging content could transform the industry, and this approach proved successful as the company […] (1,954 words, Apr 19, 2023) - [Lead With Customer Experience - Sandbox Studios](/content/lead-with-customer-experience/index.html): One idea has been the separation point between creator brands that flourish or fade: Customer Experience. Like many talent-led brands, Feastables has had an already energized and widely distributed audience base since its inception.  $10 million in e-commerce sales is an achievement that only a small percentage of digitally native brands will ever reach. Feastables […] (1,055 words, Apr 19, 2023) - [In The Wake Of SVB, Are Celebrity Brands Less Risky? - Sandbox Studios](/content/in-the-wake-of-svb-are-celebrity-brands-less-risky/index.html): Silicon Valley Bank was shut down by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation on Friday, March 10th for running out of money. Despite where you fall on why this bank run occurred, it is unlikely you fell into the camp of knowing anything about the FDIC insurance limit of $250,000 – or, like me, even knowing […] (533 words, Mar 29, 2023) - [Find Me A Celebrity Who Wants To Work - Sandbox Studios](/content/find-me-a-celebrity-who-wants-to-work/index.html): And Why Lots of Talent-Led Brands Fail Celebrities are often celebrities because they are exceptionally good at something – be it sport, art, acting, music, etc. They often spend their childhood doing the thing that they love. Over and over again, practice makes perfect after all. And after 10,000 hours of practicing and a whole […] (832 words, Feb 22, 2023) - [World Class Execution - Sandbox Studios](/content/world-class-execution/index.html): Chamberlain Coffee has been on an absolute tear since launching in 2020. From consistently introducing new innovative coffee blends to engaging limited edition collaborations, the company has set the bar for what it means to be an energizing Gen-Z brand. CEO, Chris Gallant has spent his career scaling beverage brands from Red Bull to the […] (1,662 words, Feb 15, 2023) - [The Influencer Playbook - Sandbox Studios](/content/the-influencer-playbook/index.html): Influencer marketing did not exist in most job descriptions about a decade ago. Prior to starting Kynship, Cody began his journey at QALO, the brand that created the silicone wedding ring for the active lifestyle. There, he grew the ambassador and influencer roster from the ground up – to 500+ people including names such as […] (1,373 words, Jan 31, 2023) - [The Dirty Truth About Closing A First Fund - Sandbox Studios](/content/the-dirty-truth-about-closing-a-first-fund/index.html): Fundraising Tell-All No one ever talks about this, mostly because Americans don’t like to self-deprecate. I suspect more fund managers in Britain are open to the warts of it all. However, I think there should be more transparency on how impossible it is to raise a Fund 1 so this is my ode to helping […] (995 words, Jan 25, 2023) - [Building For Creators - Sandbox Studios](/content/building-for-creators/index.html): Chris Vaccarino is credited by many as the man who built for the creator economy before it became a widely adopted thesis. In 2014, he introduced Fanjoy into the world as a way for content creators to monetize their communities. The company has since scaled into one of the world’s fastest-growing and most trusted platforms […] (1,269 words, Jan 22, 2023) - [Celebrities and Alcohol - Sandbox Studios](/content/celebrities-and-alcohol/index.html): Ezekiel Bronfman and his cofounder, Nate Medow, were college students when they first had the inspiration for building a zero-sugar, all-natural ingredients, light, refreshing seltzer brand. For them, none of the traditional alcoholic beverage options at college parties were cutting it. In 2019, SESH: Cocktail Meets Seltzer was introduced to the world. They’ve always had […] (1,469 words, Jan 16, 2023) - [Education through SpongeBob - Sandbox Studios](/content/education-through-spongebob/index.html): Six years ago, Courtney Boyd Myers set out on a journey to bring 100% plant-based and kelp-based burgers, crab cakes and jerkies into mainstream commercial markets. Before AKUA was introduced into the world in 2018, Courtney recognized a larger educational component missing regarding underwater farming and consumption of kelp-based products. If she was going to […] (1,430 words, Jan 7, 2023) - [Celebrities As Educators - Sandbox Studios](/content/celebrities-as-educators/index.html): Scout Brisson started her career as a McKinsey consultant who was providing strategic frameworks and execution plans for companies looking to launch new products, enter new markets or simply figure out how to reaccelerate growth. Since leaving McKinsey, she’s worked in the venture capital industry, the entertainment industry, and even co-founded one of the fastest-growing […] (1,748 words, Dec 18, 2022) - [Firestarter - Sandbox Studios](/content/firestarter/index.html): When does a celebrity partner make sense for a brand? Can bringing on multiple celebrity partners in the early stages of your brand help build customer trust and brand affinity? We caught up with Anja Skodda, founder of HAPPYBOND to learn about why she activated two celebrities for her brand so early on and how […] (1,631 words, Dec 14, 2022) - [Betting on Stigma - Sandbox Studios](/content/betting-on-stigma/index.html): Following years of frustration of the gap – particularly concerning gender-based data – in research into the female body and menstrual cycle, Ashley and Olivia set out to create a preferred way to support their own personal experiences when it came to periods, and share those with a wider community of people who menstruate. What […] (1,500 words, Dec 14, 2022) - [Sandbox Studios’ Favorite Things - Sandbox Studios](/content/sandbox-studios-favorite-things/index.html): Christmas Deals and Presents Galore Still working on your Christmas list? Fortunately, we can help. Not only do we invest in the best products around, but we’ve got some amazing deals for you – and all in time for Christmas. Order now to ensure it gets under the tree before Santa arrives! For the man […] (314 words, Dec 8, 2022) - [Sandbox Studios Attends ‘Davos In The Desert’ - Sandbox Studios](/content/sandbox-studios-attends-davos-in-the-desert/index.html): RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA The 6th edition of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Conference 2022, also referred to as ‘Davos in the Desert’ was held from October 25-27, 2022 in Riyadh. Sandbox Studios was very fortunate to attend this event having managed to obtain tickets through Fahad Saud – one of the fund’s partners. FII, which […] (899 words, Nov 8, 2022) - [The Skyy’s The Limit: Kim Kardashian Launches Private Equity Firm - Sandbox Studios](/content/the-skyys-the-limit-kim-kardashian-launches-private-equity-firm.html): What this really means for investors Despite what you might think of her, Kim Kardashian is unique. Having rose to fame from being Paris Hilton’s (likely unpaid) assistant to a current estimated net worth of $1.8bn, according to Forbes, she has done something remarkable. Following appearing on her family’s show “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” […] (853 words, Sep 28, 2022) - [LA Tech Week Round Up - Sandbox Studios](/content/la-tech-week-round-up/index.html): What happens at LA Tech Week stays in LA (and on this blog) A16z hosted LA Tech Week with the slogan “Time to Build”. Thousands of founders and investors descended the streets of West Hollywood, Venice, Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica with many of the events (including our own) only being confirmed a week before […] (762 words, Aug 31, 2022) - [Celebrities - They’re Just Like Us! - Sandbox Studios](/content/celebrities-theyre-just-like-us/index.html): Guest Post by Tania Hung, Managing Director – Sandbox Studios Agency These days it seems as if every time I click onto a social media platform, I learn about new brands that are selling exactly what I didn’t know I was looking for. As such, this summer I have acquired 5 new high quality, sustainably […] (1,307 words, Jul 7, 2022) - [Doubling Down on Venture in a Downturn - Sandbox Studios](/content/doubling-down-on-venture-in-a-downturn/index.html): Why you need to have venture exposure now. It is impossible not to feel the doom and gloom of the current economic forecast. 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Most people just don’t know it yet. This has been brought about by several disparate factors that are pushing this […] (838 words, Mar 31, 2022) - [How To Structure A Typical Talent Deal - Sandbox Studios](/content/how-to-structure-a-typical-talent-deal/index.html): Spoiler alert: there isn’t one The number one question I get asked is “What percentage does the talent take in an equity deal, and do you pay them?” This usually ends up with me going on a diatribe about variables with partnerships and how no two deals are the same. But this is only partly […] (960 words, Feb 23, 2022) - [How To Make Talent Care About Your Brand - Sandbox Studios](/content/how-to-make-talent-care-about-your-brand/index.html): Top 3 tips to make a talent equity deal work Sandbox Studios has seen over 95 talent-led startup brands raising capital in the last quarter alone – and this is only increasing. 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Whether it is a fire, flood, hurricane, or pandemic – the sad fact is that the majority of homes (60%) are not at all prepared. And why would you be? No one wants […] (293 words, Nov 24, 2021) - [Deal Makers & Gatekeepers - Sandbox Studios](/content/deal-makers-gatekeepers/index.html): It’s not who you know (but it’s also who you know) Sandbox Studios is currently working on eight talent-led deals, which is a lot considering we only did our first close in July. You’d anticipate that these deals would come through the same network, the same people, or at least the same agency. The truth […] (815 words, Oct 6, 2021) - [“I’m not a Businessman, I’m a Business, Man” - Sandbox Studios](/content/im-not-a-businessman-im-a-business-man/index.html): Never a truer word has been spoken from Jay-Z. The rapper who used to sell crack cocaine as a high school dropout is now widely regarded as a successful entrepreneur who has a business empire spanning clothing, beverages, real estate, sports teams, and record labels. Like many successful entrepreneurs before him, to an outsider it […] (394 words, Aug 30, 2021) - [BUILDING A BRAND - BRAINS, BALLS, OR BULLION? - Sandbox Studios](/content/building-a-brand-brains-balls-or-bullion/index.html): To build a profitable company you need hustle, but not necessarily a brand. To Bo Burnham’s point, I don’t need Bagel Bites to stand for something, I just need them in my toaster oven at 3am when I come home from the bar. So why is there such a recent fervor to brand building? The reason is competition. […] (355 words, Aug 30, 2021) - [THE STRATEGY BEHIND THE COLLABORATION - Sandbox Studios](/content/the-strategy-behind-the-collaboration/index.html): Did you know 70% of joint ventures fail? 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It is no longer enough to flash a logo in experiences they like, let alone create an advertising campaign to push the […] (666 words, May 31, 2021) - [Creative in the Context of Commercial - Sandbox Studios](/content/elementum-curabitur-vitaenunc-sed-velit/index.html): It’s that Cannes time of the year.  A time where the focus is on excellent creative – what makes it, how to harness it, and who is doing it best.  I am a huge fan of good creative.  As I’m not particularly creative myself, great concepts executed phenomenally really drives inspiration.  And who doesn’t want […] (465 words, Aug 18, 2020) - [Equality and Why It Matters - Sandbox Studios](/content/tellus-molestie-nunc-non-blandit-massa/index.html): The issue around equality and diversity seems to be heating up.  Whilst I normally steer clear of these discussions, having recently attended a presentation at Canada House on diversity with the Ottawa Minister and later speaking on the ‘The Role of Business in Driving Towards Equality’ panel recently at the Salesforce World Tour – it’s clearly […] (272 words, Aug 18, 2020) - [Jay-Z sells half of his Champagne brand to owner of Dom Pérignon - Sandbox Studios](/content/porta-non-pulvinar-neque-laoreet-suspendisse/index.html): Jay-Z and luxury goods giant LVMH have a reason to break out the bubbly. 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