Courtney Reum and his brother Carter are former Goldman Sachs investment bankers, entrepreneurs, operators, and investors. Courtney and Carter started their careers working on deals ranging from Under Armour to Vitamin Water and have since left to pursue careers as both Entrepreneurs and new age VCs. After co-founding and eventually successfully selling VEEV Spirits, Courtney and Carter started M13, a 21st century investing platform that seeks to affect outcomes for founders, partners, and investors by institutionalizing the process of scaling consumer-centric brands. Courtney and Carter currently live in Los Angeles, where they run day-to-day operations at M13.
Carter Reum and his brother Courtney are former Goldman Sachs investment bankers, entrepreneurs, operators, and investors. Courtney and Carter started their careers working on deals ranging from Under Armour to Vitamin Water and have since left to pursue careers as both Entrepreneurs and new age VCs. After co-founding and eventually successfully selling VEEV Spirits, Courtney and Carter started M13, a 21st century investing platform that seeks to affect outcomes for founders, partners, and investors by institutionalizing the process of scaling consumer-centric brands. Courtney and Carter currently live in Los Angeles, where they run day-to-day operations at M13.
"Shortcut Your Startup is essential reading for anyone who wants to
build the industries of tomorrow." --Eric Garcetti, Mayor of Los
Angeles
"Shortcut Your Startup is the handbook for the future founders of
the world's culturally relevant brands. It is hands down a
must-read for consumer products entrepreneurs and anyone thinking
of starting a business in today's media and technology-driven
landscapex." --Troy Carter, CEO & Founder of Atom Factory, Global
Head of Creator Services at Spotify
"In Shortcut Your Startup, Carter and Courtney echo what we
increasingly know to be true: entrepreneurial success isn't about
pedigree and popularity but about pounding the pavement, taking
smart risks and trusting your instincts." --Sophia Amoruso, Founder
of Girlboss and Nasty Gal
"Owning a business is a gladiator's game and in today's modern
economy, success requires both the mindset and strategies embodied
by Courtney and Carter Reum. They have generously pulled back the
curtain to reveal the tools and tactics that many of the most
successful startups use to disrupt, scale and succeed." --Tony
Robbins, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Business Strategist,
Philanthropist, Entrepreneur
"What makes this book great is that it is both practical and
personal. Sharing their life and business lessons openly is a gift
to all us entrepreneurs.Thank you Courtney and Carter!" --Blake
Mycoskie, Founder & CEO of TOMS Shoes
"Courtney and Carter started out in Investment banking, an industry
historically known for burnout. In becoming entrepreneurs, the
brothers have learned that stress and burnout are not badges of
honor, but rather hindrances to long-term success. Shortcut Your
Startup shows you how to launch a sustainable startup so that both
you and your business can thrive."--Arianna Huffington, Founder &
CEO of Thrive Global, Huffington Post and International Bestselling
Business Author
"Cultivating relationships is one of the keys to business success.
In Shortcut Your Startup, Courtney and Carter share the best
insights from their own ventures as well as what they've learned
through their vast network."--Keith Ferrazzi, Bestselling Author of
Never Eat Alone and Who's Got Your Back, CEO of Ferrazzi
Greenlight
"The Internet's Third Wave is upon us. Shortcut Your Startup is a
helpful guide for entrepreneurs who want to lead the way."--Steve
Case, Co-Founder and CEO of AOL, Chairman of AOL Time Warner,
Bestselling Author, Chairman & CEO of Revolution LLC
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