Business Plan | Page 3

Building a Business

‘Smiling and Dialing’ to a Billion Dollars — How This Kevin Hart-Backed Energy Brand is Changing the Game

Nutrabolt, the maker of C4 Energy, is set to exceed $1 billion in sales by 2025 with a disruptive premium strategy in supplement distribution. Find out how partner Kevin Hart enhanced the brand's authenticity and cultural influence as he transitions from consumer to boardroom collaborator.

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Stop Waiting for the ‘Perfect Time’ to Scale – Here’s How and Why You Need to Scale Now

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Is Horse Racing the Next Big League? Meet the Founders Betting on It

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How to Prepare Your Startup for Early-Stage Funding in a Tight Market

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Chris Paul Was Tired of Bland Plant-Based Snacks — So He Made His Own.

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Business Plan | Page 3

‘Smiling and Dialing’ to a Billion Dollars — How This Kevin Hart-Backed Energy Brand is Changing the Game

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