Sam Gherman, the multi-talented founder and creator of Da Vinci Eye and Mural Maker, took a non-linear approach to success and built a loyal fanbase in the process. Da Vinci…
The Most Notable Subscriber Retention Plays
Even amidst economic uncertainty, 2022 became a year of risk-taking in the business world. Mergers and acquisitions dominated the headlines, new product launches dazzled customers, and a rush back to…
Building Organic Buzz for Your Subscription App
Subscription apps live and die by their user acquisition and retention. Therefore, as a founder, you need to prioritize finding new users and — more importantly — giving them a…
A Fireside Chat With Braavo’s Founder in Residence Alanna Harvey
This past year, Braavo launched the Founder in Residence program, partnering with leading founders and bringing them in-house to work with our portfolio companies and broader subscription app community across…
What the Highs and Lows of Streaming Mean for Subscription Services
Everyday consumers — particularly younger, higher-spending generations — mostly experience subscription services through video streaming. Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, and HBOMax, to name a few, are some of the most popular…
What "Last Week Tonight" Got Right (And Wrong) About App Store Domination
The popular HBO show “Last Week Tonight with John Oliver” recently aired an episode that should have all subscription apps tuned in. The segment — available in full on YouTube…
How "Buy Now, Pay Later" Works For Subscription Services
Consumer spending habits have shifted dramatically during the past few years, from a number of reasons including the COVID-19 pandemic, inflation, and the impacts of government stimulus programs. As behaviors…
