Invest Like the Best with Patrick O'Shaughnessy

Jens Grede - Building SKIMS - [Invest Like the Best, EP.431]

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Jul 1, 2025
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Jens Grede
Jens Grede, co-founder and CEO of Skims, dives into the captivating intersection of pop culture and commerce. He argues that understanding consumer behavior is crucial in today's fragmented media landscape, noting how cultural shifts demand comfort and authenticity. Grede discusses the resurgence of brands like Abercrombie & Fitch and the importance of adapting to market changes. He highlights the unique challenges of scaling a fashion label while maintaining cultural relevance and emphasizes the evolving trust dynamics in digital media, where individual influencers are gaining prominence.
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INSIGHT

Post-Truth Media and AI Impact

  • We live in a post-truth era where individuals are trusted more than institutions.
  • AI and deepfakes will increase skepticism, but also the need for verified trusted voices.
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Rise of Creator Economy Networks

  • Creator economy is early but powerful: creators monetize direct, closed networks.
  • Large social media followings no longer guarantee engagement; intimacy matters more for monetization.
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Always Transform On The Way Up

  • Success requires constant transformation on the way up; plateauing signals decline.
  • Being first is less important than being relevant and resonant with your audience.
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