Scaling Beauty Brands with Purpose: Growth, Manufacturing & Strategy with Anthony Standifer
What truly separates thriving beauty brands from those that barely break even? In this power-packed episode of RISE Urban Nation, host Taryell Simmons sits down with Anthony Standifer, co-founder of mSEED Group, to uncover the hidden blueprint behind beauty brand success. With decades of experience in product manufacturing, brand positioning, and growth strategy, Anthony shares how small businesses can scale without compromising quality. Whether you’re just starting out or seeking to take your beauty business to the next level, Anthony drops actionable gems on everything from retail partnerships to funding solutions and avoiding common pitfalls.
RISE Urban Nation: Own Your Story. Scale Your Impact. · Anthony Standifer, Taryell Simmons
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Show Notes
In this episode of RISE Urban Nation, we’re diving deep into the business of beauty with Anthony Standifer—a seasoned entrepreneur, speaker, and co-founder of mSEED Group. Known for helping indie beauty brands grow into household names, Anthony gives us an inside look at:
- The biggest mistakes new beauty brands make (and how to avoid them)
- How to scale manufacturing without losing product integrity
- The differences between retail partnerships and direct-to-consumer growth
- Smart funding strategies for emerging brands
- His own journey of entrepreneurship and impact within the Black beauty space
🧪 Whether you’re developing your first product or thinking about retail expansion, this episode is your strategic blueprint.
📣 Call-to-Action:
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💼 Follow Anthony Standifer and learn more about how mSEED Group can help scale your beauty business at mseedgroup.com
Anthony's Social Media:
- Instagram:@theanthonystandifer
- TikTok:@theanthonystandifer
- LinkedIn:Anthony Standifer
- YouTube:@anthonystandifer1
Email: [email protected]
🎙 Credits:
Host: Taryell Simmons
Guest: Anthony Standifer
Music: Will Maker
Production Team: RISE Urban Nation
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