In an agency you're being paid to be perfect. Whereas in an operating environment, that's going to be the first thing that will probably kill you.
Suze Dowling, Co founder and Chief Business Officer of Pattern Brands, joins the show to talk about
Suze Dowling is a Co founder and Chief Business Officer at Pattern Brands. Suze has built her career in the early stage landscape. Her role is the culmination of a decade of experience at the forefront of the NY start-up community - working hand-in-hand with entrepreneurs from ideation to, now, multiple billion-dollar exits.
During her tenure at Gin Lane, Suze helped to launch over 50 DNVB brands and played a critical role in shaping the founder journey. Early stage investments through Gin Lane in SmileDirectClub (IPO), Hims (SPAC), Sweetgreen, Cadre, Quip, Haus, Harry’s, Stadium Goods (exit to Farfetch), & more.
At her core, Suze is an operations leader and, perhaps more importantly, a problem solver. Suze manages high performing, high growth teams, working with entrepreneurs to build and scale their businesses. Suze has deep P&L and operational knowledge, and possesses the flexibility to both lead and dive in on different functions to address granular issues and relieve stress points. Suze serves as a key member of Pattern's Executive team, and is an advisor and consultant to numerous startup companies, founders, and brand and digital agencies.
