Office Hours #863 : Made From Mistakes | What $500M Investors, Franchise Giants & PR Experts Know That You Don’t

Brian Rosen is a third-generation leader in the adult beverage industry and General Partner of InvestBev, the largest private equity platform dedicated to the sector. Under his leadership, the firm has grown to manage over $500 million in assets across multiple investment strategies, earning recognition as Preqin’s Growth Fund of the Year in 2024. A highly respected voice in the industry, Rosen has received numerous accolades and is a frequent keynote speaker, with his insights featured across major media outlets and global conferences. Chris McCuiston is the co-founder of Goldfish Swim School, a leading North American franchise with more than 190 locations and over 130 in development. Inspired by gaps in traditional swim instruction, they created the Science of SwimPlay® curriculum, blending guided play with structured learning to help children build confidence and essential water safety skills. Their innovative approach has made Goldfish Swim School a top-ranked franchise, while their mission-driven work continues to expand access to swim education through community partnerships and safety initiatives. Austin Holmes is a Navy Special Operations veteran turned serial entrepreneur and founder of Signal Raptor, a DIY PR platform designed to help businesses gain media exposure affordably. With a background that spans building a 7-figure real estate portfolio and launching multiple ventures, Austin brings a systems-driven approach to growth. His work focuses on empowering founders to take control of their narrative, amplify their voice, and scale their businesses with clarity and purpose.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.