Nombase Podcast - How Sunnie Turned Setbacks into a Million-Dollar Raise
Aug. 12, 2025 at 4:46 PM
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Sunnie co-founders Katie Tucker and Lisette Howard recount their path from self-funding to securing a million-dollar raise, navigating manufacturing hurdles, investor rejections, and strategic pivots along the way. They discuss knowing when an investor is the right fit, structuring raises to protect equity, and using customer relationships to unlock capital. Their story highlights the persistence required to push through difficult moments, the signs that momentum is building, and the practical steps that helped them move from uncertainty to a stronger, more sustainable growth path.
