#23 - Bea Dixon (Honey Pot)

Carrie Kerpen interviews Bea Dixon, the founder of The Honey Pot, a feminine care company. Bea shares the inspiring story of how she received the idea for her business in a dream and transformed it into a thriving company that sold to Compass Diversified Holdings for over $380 million.   The conversation covers Bea's challenges and successes, her commitment to her company post-sale, and the unique experiences she faced as a black founder in the industry.   Bea also emphasizes the importance of responsible business management and the joy found throughout the entrepreneurial journey.   01:00 Bea Dixon's Journey: From Dream to Reality 02:45 The Struggle with Bacterial Vaginosis 05:25 The Turning Point: A Dream with a Solution 08:27 From Personal Solution to Public Product 12:58 Building the Honey Pot Brand 19:33 Breaking into Retail: The Target Deal 20:17 Breaking into Target: A Game-Changer 21:24 The Challenges of Fundraising 23:53 Growth and Expansion with New Voices Fund 26:01 The Decision to Sell: Timing and Strategy 34:12 Maintaining Control and Vision Post-Sale 40:06 Reflections on the Journey