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Manly Bands started with a problem familiar to founder John—a lack of compelling men’s wedding bands. Now a thriving DTC jewelry brand, Manly Bands offers unique rings made from materials like meteorite and deer antler. In this episode, John discusses how he and his team scaled rapidly, especially during the pandemic, and why recent years have focused on profit optimization.

Key Insights Include:

Building with Customer Input: Testing creative designs through direct customer feedback to ensure resonant products.

Expanding Lifetime Value: From women’s rings to groomsmen gifts, diversifying product lines has helped boost average order value.

Mastering Tech and Optimization: Moving to a headless Shopify site and utilizing AI-powered tools to streamline operations and enhance the customer experience.

Creative Licensing Partnerships: Unique brand collaborations with Jeep and Jack Daniels to appeal to men’s individual personalities.

Timestamps:

00:00 - The Importance of Perceived Value in Wedding Rings

02:00 - The Manly Bands Origin Story

05:00 - Unique Designs and Alternative Materials

08:00 - Early Success with Facebook Ads

11:00 - Navigating the COVID Wedding Boom

14:00 - Optimization Strategies Post-Pandemic

18:00 - Expanding Top-of-Funnel Channels

22:00 - Bringing Manufacturing In-House

26:00 - Leveraging Collaborations with Big Brands

30:00 - Black Friday Strategy and Q4 Trends

35:00 - Using AI for Review Management and Efficiency

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