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Hampton Community for Founders
Hampton Community for Founders is a membership-based community aimed at founders and CEOs where members can connect and support each other through shared experiences and advice. It was pitched on My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri, in the episode "How Scott Galloway Turned $8M into $120M Through Investing" (aired May 16, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | How Scott Galloway Turned $8M into $120M Through Investing |
| Aired | May 16, 2025 |
| Category | Subscription |
| Real companies on the episode | Enjoy, Vertical Aerospace, Lannopartners, Dex Media, Mugick Capital |
The problem it solves
Many entrepreneurs lack access to a supportive network and mentorship, which can lead to feelings of isolation and hinder their professional growth.
How it makes money
Subscription model for membership fees, possibly with tiered pricing for different levels of access and benefits.
Skills you need
Community management, networking, event planning, and understanding of entrepreneurial challenges.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of remote work has led to increased demand for online communities that provide support and connection among entrepreneurs. A viable first-revenue move could involve launching a membership drive through platforms like LinkedIn Groups, where targeted ads can attract founders seeking networking opportunities. However, a potential risk is the initial capital required to create engaging content and events, which may strain resources before the subscription model becomes profitable.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Enjoy
Enjoy is an electronic nicotine delivery system (vape) company that helps users quit smoking through vaping.
- Vertical Aerospace
A company focused on developing vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) electric aircraft.
- Lannopartners
A fund that focuses on small and mid-cap special situations in Latin America and Europe.
- Dex Media
Dex Media is a digital marketing and advertising company that originated from the yellow pages business.
- Mugick Capital
Mugick Capital is a distressed credit investment firm that specializes in buying claims against bankrupt companies.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: How Scott Galloway Turned $8M into $120M Through Investing
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.