S07 EP44: How an Ex-Meta Executive Transitioned to Co-Founding a Sustainable Apparel Brand Remotely in Bali w/ Tray Brunner

<p>On today’s episode, Kunle is joined by Tray Brunner, Co-Founder &amp; CEO of <a href="https://bambooave.com/">Bamboo Avenue</a>, a sustainable athleisure brand, and <a href="https://vybeinterior.com/">Vybe Interior</a>, an interior design company focusing on promoting local canvas art.</p><p> </p><p>Traveling was not one of Tray’s bucket lists but when he took an opportunity to study in Bangkok, his life changed forever. His life was not an easy one but it became a foundation of his leadership that later on would become material in establishing his businesses. His eyes were opened to different perspectives in life as he traveled while his heart found its better half, Mariah, who also is his business partner.</p><p> </p><p>Growing two seven-figure businesses, Tray managed to figure out what he needs to do by making sure he understands and tests his data. He combines his passion along with his experience working at Facebook and knowledge of DPA, Dynamic Product Ads. He is keen on ensuring that Bamboo Avenue products are truly of quality and sustainable, and not greenwashing. His other business, Vybe Interior, is partnering with artists from different countries by getting exclusive rights, and curating original canvas artworks that may soon become a household name.</p><p> </p><p>It’s an encouraging episode as you’d hear Kunle and Tray talk about his journey in life and what led him to start his own business, his insights in scaling and expanding a business, and his top tips for dealing with recession head-on. This is an episode for everyone, whether for someone who wants to start a new business, grow their own business or add another one.</p><p>-----------</p><p>SPONSORS:</p><p>This episode is brought to you by:</p><p><strong>Klaviyo</strong></p><p>This episode is brought to you by <a href="https://www.klaviyo.com/">Klaviyo</a> – a growth marketing platform that powers over 25,000 online businesses. Direct-to-Consumer brands like ColourPop, Huckberry, and Custom Ink rely on Klaviyo.<br> <br> Klaviyo help