Bella Tunno's guest appearances

Bella Tunno

Charlotte Angel Connection

BrandBuilders

Tim Baier

Alex Smereczniak

Michelle Buelow

Haley Bohon

Mac Lackey

Jake Fehling

Jay Acunzo

Mike Murphy

Paul Clark

Jonathan Kite

Dan Ariely

Alan Fitzpatrick

John Martin

Roger Moore

Allen West

OwlTail

When we think of companies donating some of their proceeds to charity, it’s usually product first, then charity donation, right? Not at Bella Tunno. Now Bella Tunno has been around 14 years and are the go-to products for new moms who need cute, stylish silicone bibs, plates, and teethers that are safe and solid — while giving back. Michelle Buelow is the founder of Bella Tunno, and joins us now on the BrandBuilders Podcast. 

When we think of companies donating some of their proceeds to charity, it’s usually product first, then charity donation, right? Not at <a href="https://bellatunno.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bella Tunno</a>. Now Bella Tunno has been around 14 years and are the go-to products for new moms who need cute, stylish silicone bibs, plates, and teethers that are safe and solid — while giving back. Michelle Buelow is the founder of Bella Tunno, and joins us now on the BrandBuilders Podcast.

102: Michelle Buelow – Bella Tunno

Charlotte Angel

"Start with Why".Something Michelle Buelow clearly had done helped propel Bella Tunno to the next stage several years ago. But reading the book and using it to define the following year of the business (she chooses a book every year to help frame the next 12 months) was just another step in Michelle's evolution from passion, to entrepreneur, to CEO.Michelle has a clear vision of who she is and what Bella Tunno has become and is still becoming.  She's learned to manage and measure the business.  She speaks of margins and expenses in a product based world with extreme confidence.  She delegates out things she's willing to accept aren't her strengths.In what other ways has Michelle grown to become who she is today and what resources have allowed her to do that?  We discuss it in today's podcast?Does it need capital to grow? Of course she is aware of that. But what is the cost and the opportunity? I thought the exit would be the hardest part for her - knowing capital would all but guarantee she'd eventually need to sell a business she founded with passion and purpose after the loss of her brother. An exit would actually allow her to accelerate her work in those areas.So does she want to raise capital? It's a question we explore in pretty good detail.Michelle has won awards and built a successful business.  She's watching her two daughters grow up in a world where they understand what she's doing and they've embraced all that comes with it.How does she view the impact of her entrepreneurship on her daughters and girls everywhere?  Listen in to hear Michelle's own view.Listen to Michelle in her own words tell her story of growth and what she thinks of the 26 year old version of herself.William Bissett is an Investment Advisor Representative with Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates, a Registered Investment Adviser.  Opinions expressed on this program do not necessarily reflect those of Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates. The topics discussed and opinions given are not intended to address the specific needs of any listener. Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates does not offer legal or tax advice, listeners are encouraged to discuss their financial needs with the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstance. Investments described herein may be speculative and may involve a substantial risk of loss. Interests may be offered only to persons who qualify as accredited investors under the Securities Act, and a Qualified Purchaser as defined in Section 2(a)(51)(A) under the Company Act or an eligible employee of the management company. There generally is no public market for the Interests.  Prospective investors should particularly note that many factors affect performance, including changes in market conditions and interest rates, and other economic, political or financial developments. Past performance is not, and should not be construed as, indicative of future results.

"Start with Why". Something Michelle Buelow clearly had done helped propel Bella Tunno to the next stage several years ago. But reading the book and using it to define the following year of the business (she chooses a book every year to help frame the next 12 months) was just another step in Michelle's evolution from passion, to entrepreneur, to CEO. Michelle has a clear vision of who she is and what Bella Tunno has become and is still becoming.  She's learned to manage and measure the business.  She speaks of margins and expenses in a product based world with extreme confidence.  She delegates out things she's willing to accept aren't her strengths. In what other ways has Michelle grown to become who she is today and what resources have allowed her to do that?  We discuss it in today's podcast? Does it need capital to grow? Of course she is aware of that. But what is the cost and the opportunity? I thought the exit would be the hardest part for her - knowing capital would all but guarantee she'd eventually need to sell a business she founded with passion and purpose after the loss of her brother. An exit would actually allow her to accelerate her work in those areas. So does she want to raise capital? It's a question we explore in pretty good detail. Michelle has won awards and built a successful business.  She's watching her two daughters grow up in a world where they understand what she's doing and they've embraced all that comes with it. How does she view the impact of her entrepreneurship on her daughters and girls everywhere?  Listen in to hear Michelle's own view. Listen to Michelle in her own words tell her story of growth and what she thinks of the 26 year old version of herself. William Bissett is an Investment Advisor Representative with Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates, a Registered Investment Adviser.  Opinions expressed on this program do not necessarily reflect those of Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates. The topics discussed and opinions given are not intended to address the specific needs of any listener.  Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates does not offer legal or tax advice, listeners are encouraged to discuss their financial needs with the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstance.  Investments described herein may be speculative and may involve a substantial risk of loss. Interests may be offered only to persons who qualify as accredited investors under the Securities Act, and a Qualified Purchaser as defined in Section 2(a)(51)(A) under the Company Act or an eligible employee of the management company. There generally is no public market for the Interests.  Prospective investors should particularly note that many factors affect performance, including changes in market conditions and interest rates, and other economic, political or financial developments. Past performance is not, and should not be construed as, indicative of future results.

Charlotte Angel Connection Episode 073: Part II with Michelle Buelow, Founder and CEO of Bella Tunno

Today we welcome Michelle Buelow, Founder and CEO of Bella Tunno. Over the last decade, Michelle's success and the success of Bella Tunno has helped deliver nearly 1.6 million meals to the hungry as part of their buy one product, give one meal program. She's also raked in numerous personal accolades including EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women in 2009.  The path she carved wasn't one she chose yet she's embraced it and created a legacy in the process.Today, we learn Michelle:Moved to Charlotte (with her boyfriend, Todd Buelow - way out of his league but that's another podcast).Found a job she loved and traveled the world.Got married (yes, to Todd) and got pregnant.Lost her brother to addiction.Quit her job and started sewing cute baby gear to raise money to finish her brother’s doctorate research project.Started her business - Bella Tunno - making children's accessories with a core focus on philanthropy.Pitched her products to 11 Charlotte area stores in a day with her baby in tow and had 10 say yes (do you think the other one comes around?).Got called to Minneapolis to see the red bullseye (by now you can guess the outcome).But that's far from the complete picture - it's actually just the first 10 minutes of the podcast. She continues to surpass every goal she develops. That's Michelle Buelow.Listen to today's episode to hear her full story. It's one you will find yourself cheering for as soon as we get started.William Bissett is an Investment Advisor Representative with Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates, a Registered Investment Adviser.  Opinions expressed on this program do not necessarily reflect those of Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates. The topics discussed and opinions given are not intended to address the specific needs of any listener. Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates does not offer legal or tax advice, listeners are encouraged to discuss their financial needs with the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstance. Investments described herein may be speculative and may involve a substantial risk of loss. Interests may be offered only to persons who qualify as accredited investors under the Securities Act, and a Qualified Purchaser as defined in Section 2(a)(51)(A) under the Company Act or an eligible employee of the management company. There generally is no public market for the Interests.  Prospective investors should particularly note that many factors affect performance, including changes in market conditions and interest rates, and other economic, political or financial developments. Past performance is not, and should not be construed as, indicative of future results.

Today we welcome Michelle Buelow, Founder and CEO of Bella Tunno. Over the last decade, Michelle's success and the success of Bella Tunno has helped deliver nearly 1.6 million meals to the hungry as part of their buy one product, give one meal program. She's also raked in numerous personal accolades including EY Entrepreneurial Winning Women in 2009.  The path she carved wasn't one she chose yet she's embraced it and created a legacy in the process. Today, we learn Michelle: Moved to Charlotte (with her boyfriend, Todd Buelow - way out of his league but that's another podcast). Found a job she loved and traveled the world. Got married (yes, to Todd) and got pregnant. Lost her brother to addiction. Quit her job and started sewing cute baby gear to raise money to finish her brother’s doctorate research project. Started her business - Bella Tunno - making children's accessories with a core focus on philanthropy. Pitched her products to 11 Charlotte area stores in a day with her baby in tow and had 10 say yes (do you think the other one comes around?). Got called to Minneapolis to see the red bullseye (by now you can guess the outcome). But that's far from the complete picture - it's actually just the first 10 minutes of the podcast. She continues to surpass every goal she develops. That's Michelle Buelow. Listen to today's episode to hear her full story. It's one you will find yourself cheering for as soon as we get started. William Bissett is an Investment Advisor Representative with Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates, a Registered Investment Adviser.  Opinions expressed on this program do not necessarily reflect those of Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates. The topics discussed and opinions given are not intended to address the specific needs of any listener.  Secrest Blakey &amp; Associates does not offer legal or tax advice, listeners are encouraged to discuss their financial needs with the appropriate professional regarding your individual circumstance.  Investments described herein may be speculative and may involve a substantial risk of loss. Interests may be offered only to persons who qualify as accredited investors under the Securities Act, and a Qualified Purchaser as defined in Section 2(a)(51)(A) under the Company Act or an eligible employee of the management company. There generally is no public market for the Interests.  Prospective investors should particularly note that many factors affect performance, including changes in market conditions and interest rates, and other economic, political or financial developments. Past performance is not, and should not be construed as, indicative of future results.

Charlotte Angel Connection Episode 072: Michelle Buelow, Founder and CEO of Bella Tunno