Issue #14: HS Dropout -> $200 M in 6 Years

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Owner.com Cooks Up $33 Million in Series B, Led by Altman Captial

Owner.com is revolutionizing the restaurant industry with its innovative digital marketing platform, designed to empower restaurants by enhancing their online presence and driving direct sales. With its all-in-one solution, Owner.com is not just another tech startup; it's a game-changer for independent restaurant owners, providing tools to save on fees and boost customer loyalty through automation and personalized marketing. The recent securing of $33 million in Series B funding, valuing the company at $200 million, underscores its remarkable success and growth potential. Led by Adam Guild's relentless work ethic and vision, Owner.com is set to expand its impact, integrating cutting-edge technologies like generative AI to offer even more value to its clients. This approach not only promises a brighter future for restaurants worldwide but also signals a shift towards more equitable and efficient digital marketing practices in the hospitality sector.

What sets Owner.com apart is its commitment to supporting independent restaurants in navigating the digital world. By providing tools to increase sales while saving on fees, Owner.com is not just a service provider but a partner in growth for these local gems. The platform's focus on automating marketing and enhancing customer engagement is a game-changer, making it easier for restaurants to attract and retain diners in a highly competitive market.

Looking to the future, Owner.com is poised for significant impact. With additional funding, the platform could expand its services, incorporating advanced analytics, broader marketing tools, and more personalized customer engagement strategies. This expansion would not only solidify Owner.com's position as a leader in restaurant digital marketing but also contribute to the flourishing of independent restaurants worldwide, ensuring they remain competitive and continue to delight customers with their unique culinary offerings.

Adam Guild, 24yr old co-founder, was a high-school dropout and now leads a company valued at roughly 200 million! (WSJ) (Bay Area)

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Careismatic Brands Loses It’s Charisma… Along With Potentially $1 Billion Dollars

In the fashion-forward world of medical attire, Careismatic Brands sashayed into Chapter 11 bankruptcy, aiming to ditch an enormous $833 million in debt like an unfashionable pair of scrubs. At the pandemic's peak, this style titan raked in a stunning $687 million in revenue, only to see demand crash post-pandemic faster than the morale of interns on a 24-hour shift.

Owned by the swanky Partners Group and hailing from the chic streets of Santa Monica, Careismatic once boasted a collection of 17 brands. However, it now faces the music with revenues dropping to a "mere" $559 million, as the world apparently decided it was sufficiently stocked on hospital garb.

With a narrative twist straight out of a medical drama, Careismatic's grand plan for survival involves either auctioning itself off or turning its mountain of debt into equity, all under the watchful eyes of its lenders. Among the audience are unsecured creditors, owed at least $20 million, left to wonder if they'll ever see their investments again.

The plot thickens with Careismatic's 800 U.S. employees and a $125 million financial lifeline to navigate its bankruptcy saga. As this unfolds, one can't help but envision the behind-the-scenes drama, featuring late-night deal-making and a lineup of legal luminaries from Cole Schotz to Kirkland & Ellis, all striving for a climax that saves the day in the high-stakes world of medical fashion. (Reuters) (WSJ)