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Edward Merriman

@bridgefundc

Senior Executive | Investor | Fund Manager | Expert in eCommerce, SAAS, CRM, and Business Transformations | Driving Strategic Growth & Profitability Across Indu

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The e-commerce landscape is changing fast, and adaptability is key.  If you want to future-proof your business, you need both operational know-how and capital.  RedEye, our operational platform, stays ahead by constantly refining our playbooks and systems.  Bridgefund, our

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Your brand is so much more than a product or a logo. It’s a living promise to your customers and your team.  Every interaction, every order fulfilled, and every message you send out into the world shapes the way people perceive your business.  At Bridgefund, we value companies

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If you have an ecommerce business: Focus on the client experience, not the numbers.  At Bridgefund and RedEye, we’re proud of the relationships we’ve built and the trust our clients place in us.  One founder recently told us, “I felt supported and understood every step of the

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We’re often asked what makes a business truly attractive to buyers like us.  Strong revenue is just the first step. You need a combination of clean books, strong margins, and a brand story that resonates.  Bridgefund looks for founders who invest in systems, not just sales.

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Launching a business is hard. Preparing a business for a premium exit is even harder.  That’s why we’re starting our Exit Ready Program. We’re helping founders: - Build investor-grade documentation - Clarify their growth story - Address operational blind spots The best exits

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Your brand has to be more than a logo. It’s your promise to deliver, every single day.  It’s the experience your customers have from the very first interaction to the moment they share your product with someone else.  A strong brand is invaluable.  It’s one of the first

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Founder-friendly exits are at the heart of what we do.  Too many PE firms treat founders like numbers, but at Bridgefund, we structure deals with empathy and flexibility.  Our content pillar on acquisition education is about demystifying the process. We’re in the business of

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Operational excellence is the true foundation of every great exit.  Too often, founders focus only on top-line growth. They forget that buyers are looking for businesses that can thrive without the original owner at the helm.  It’s one of the reasons we work side-by-side with

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Passive income in ecommerce:  Possible? Or wishful thinking?  Let’s be honest, it’s not easy. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible either. But one way to make it easier on you is to use RedEye’s done-for-you model.  It’s built for founders who want to own digital assets

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What motivates a founder to sell?  Sometimes it’s burnout.  Ecommerce is tough, and it’s easy for founders to reach their limits.  So they’ll look to sell. But that’s not the optimal time to pursue a sale.  The best deals happen when your business still has momentum and a

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If you’re an ecommerce founder thinking about an exit… Preparation is everything.  I’ve seen too many founders sell for low valuations as a result of a lack of preparation.  It’s heartbreaking.  You’ve put in the time and energy to building an ecommerce business. May as well

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The most resilient brands that I’ve seen have one trait in common. They can pivot when needed.  No matter what the market throws their way.  It could be a supply chain disruption, a sudden change in consumer behavior, or a new competitor on the scene.  The toughest brands can

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Capital is fuel, but strategy is the engine.  Before you raise money or look for a buyer, clarify your strategic priorities and growth levers.  Bridgefund can help you do that. We supports founders in aligning capital deployment with long-term value creation, not just short

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Building trust with investors starts long before you’re ready to raise capital or talk about exits.  At Bridgefund, we coach founders to prioritize transparent communication from day one. We both wins and setbacks openly.  Regular updates, even when things are quiet, show that

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If you own an ecommerce brand, plan ahead.  Even if you’re not planning on stepping away anytime soon, it’s always helpful to have systems and transition plans in place.   Having a clear transition plan gives buyers confidence and protects your team.  A thoughtful succession

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Sustainable growth comes from knowing your numbers.  Without that knowledge, you’re making blind decisions.  That’s one of the reasons why we made Red Eye.  To help founders implement dashboards and KPIs that track what really matters: - Profitability - Retention - Operational

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The best businesses are built on feedback loops.  We encourage founders to regularly collect insights from customers, employees, and partners to refine their offerings.  At RedEye, we help implement systems for ongoing feedback, turning every insight into an opportunity for

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It’s a crowded market.  So how do you stand out?  Focus on customer experience at every touchpoint.  RedEye, our operational brand, can help you with that.  We work with brands to map and optimize the entire customer journey, from first click to post-purchase support.