Why it was selected for "CBNation Architects":
In this episode of IAMCEO podcast, Alex Rabens, CEO and Co-Founder of Mickey, shares his journey of revolutionizing the global trade industry. Mickey is a commoditech company that simplifies the export of products for small and mid-sized suppliers. Alex and co-founder Jesse Solomon aim to modernize how raw materials and commodities are sourced and exported out of the United States.
Before founding Mickey, Alex served as Vice President at Endeavor, where he built media properties with companies like Lionsgate, Warner Brothers, and Paramount Pictures. He was also responsible for the development of Endeavor Content Live, the organization's live production arm founded in 2018.
Key insights from the podcast include:
CEO Story: Alex, a successful talent manager, was impressed by the international deals he encountered with the son of Alibaba. This inspired him to co-found Mickey, envisioning it as the next Alibaba in America.
Business Service: Mickey provides a platform for sellers to sell their commodity products online, bridging the gap between sellers and purchasers.
Secret Sauce: Initially started as an accelerator, Mickey has an intangible value, creating a class of companies.
CEO Hack: Alex advocates allotting dedicated time for conversations with the team and blocking time for tasks like emails and phone calls.
CEO Nugget: Alex emphasizes the importance of understanding the economics of the business you're disrupting.
CEO Defined: To Alex, being a CEO means making hard decisions quickly to ensure the company's survival, efficiency, and continued growth.
IAM1941 - Podcast Host and Gym Owner Breaks Down Dating and Relationships Questions
IAM1940 - Founder Focuses on Helping Firms Recover Lost Revenue and Increase Cash Flow
IAM1939 - Biohacker Makes Solutions That Impact The Mind and Body
IAM1938 - Wellness Coach Helps Clients Struggling with Emotional Eating
IAM1937 - Founder Helps People Build Legacy Wealth through Real State Investing
IAM1936 - Founder Runs a Modern and Remotely-Operated Cleaning Company
IAM1935 - Co-founder Helps Job Seekers in Their Quest for Remote Work
IAM1934 - CEO Helps Businesses Leverage the Remote Workplace
IAM1933 - Consultant Creates Bridges to Conflict and Build a Common Ground
IAM1932 - CEO Helps the Underprivileged yet Aspiring Individuals
IAM1931 - Author Teaches on Diversity and Inclusion
IAM1930 - Gemologist Encourages Women to Invest in their Own Jewellery
IAM1929 - Founder Creates Mentorship Program Helping Women Entrepreneurs
IAM1928 - Coach Empowers Women Who Runs Businesses and Changes the World
IAM1927 - Coach Works on Women About the Realm of Self-Mastery and Self-Actualization
IAM1926 - Coach Empowers Women to Master the Principles of Manifestation
CC111: The Power of Putting Customers First [SPONSORED POST]
IAM1925 - Life Coach Helps Women Tap Their Inner Wisdom and Live Their Purpose
IAM1924 - Salon Owner Offers Full-Service to Multi-Cultural Clients
IAM1923 - Content Creator Helps Businesses on Developing Personal Brand in the Virtual Practice
Join Podbean Ads Marketplace and connect with engaged listeners.
Advertise Today
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
The Commercial Edge: Unleash the Power of People
The emPOWERed Half Hour
Aligned Money Show
Gorse Culture PODcast : The H.R. Detective Agency!
HCI Leadership Revolution
The Ramsey Show
Planet Money