# Jeff Durham

> CEO & Co-Founder of Gimme Beauty (in 25,000+ stores nationwide)

Founder & CEO of Durham Brands and Gimme Beauty®, a national haircare brand sold in 25,000+ retail locations including ULTA, Target, Walmart, and CVS.

Founder of CPGX Forum, a private network for top consumer brand executives representing companies like Skullcandy, Blendtec, Traeger, and Goal Zero.

Nearly two decades leading high-growth CPG brands, scaling retail partnerships, and building global supply chains.

Focused on empowering female founders and supporting purpose-driven consumer brands.

Things I can advise on:
✔️ How to build a CPG brand
✔️ Guidance on retail distribution
✔️ Tips on scaling product lines
✔️ Best practices for manufacturing
✔️ Advice on brand partnerships
✔️ How to create retail strategy
✔️ Guidance on female empowerment in business
✔️ Fundraising
✔️ Influencer partnerships

I’m passionate about helping founders unlock their brand’s full potential and building businesses that inspire positive change. Excited to connect and share what I’ve learned!

**Rating:** 5/5 (7 reviews)

## Offerings

- Video call (15 min): $150.00

## Example Questions

- I’m thinking of entering retail with my brand. What are the next few things I should focus on?
- What are the main options for raising capital (e.g. equity, SAFE notes, debt, AR financing, etc.)?
- What are some tips for crafting a pitch deck, including key sections and common mistakes to avoid?
- How do I develop a core customer persona & brand voice/tone across all customer touchpoints?

## Links

- [Expert profile](/JeffDurham)
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