226. Build a Brand that'll Stand the Test of Time with Bernt Ullmann

When we think of celebrities, we think of fame and fortune, and the lion's share of that celebrities fortune can come from monetizing their fame and notoriety. Jennifer Lopez, for example, made 3.5 billion dollars partnering with Kohl's. Kylie Jenner went from teenage reality star to billionaire makeup mogul. My guest for this episode number 226, Bernt Ullmann is the genius behind these sorts of celebrity mega deals.  Bernt is CEO and founder of Celebrity Lifestyle Brands. He leverages celebrity star power and turns those into branding and licensing deals. You're in store for a fascinating conversation about the world of celebrity branding. And if you personally loathe the limelight, don't worry, you don't have to be the celebrity. You just partner with one.  As Bernt says, "celebrities give you eyeballs and trust." That could be millions in intellectual property value and licensing potential for you. Bernt shares how his start at the Donna Karan fashion brand led him to partnering with Tommy Hilfiger and an entrance into celebrity branding. He talks about deals with Russell Simmons, Adam Levine and Real Housewives of New York star, Bethenny Frankel.  We discussed how this domino effect helped him become "The Man Behind the Brands." But this episode is not just about celebrities. Bernt talks about his book, The Billion Dollar Branding Blueprint and shares vital advice to building your brand and raising your brand's equity. This is a conversation not to be missed. And now, on with the show.