In this episode of RISE Urban Nation, we’re diving deep into the business of beauty with Anthony Standifer—a seasoned entrepreneur, speaker, and co-founder of mSEED Group. Known for helping indie beauty brands grow into household names, Anthony gives us an inside look at:

The biggest mistakes new beauty brands make (and how to avoid them)
How to scale manufacturing without losing product integrity
The differences between retail partnerships and direct-to-consumer growth
Smart funding strategies for emerging brands
His own journey of entrepreneurship and impact within the Black beauty space

🧪 Whether you’re developing your first product or thinking about retail expansion, this episode is your strategic blueprint.

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💼 Follow Anthony Standifer and learn more about how mSEED Group can help scale your beauty business at mseedgroup.com

Anthony's Social Media:

Instagram:@theanthonystandifer
TikTok:@theanthonystandifer
LinkedIn:Anthony Standifer
YouTube:@anthonystandifer1

Email: anthony@mseedgroup.com

🎙 Credits:

Host: Taryell Simmons

Guest: Anthony Standifer

Music: Will Maker

Production Team: RISE Urban Nation

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