Objectives: Through the lens of three business models, learn the basics to get from zero to start of a company. Learn the important requirements to be a successful entrepreneur.
Introduction: Dr. Katie Rodan and Dr. Kathy Fields, Stanford trained, practicing dermatologists, are the inventors and co-founders of two separate billion dollar skin care companies-Proactiv Solution, an acne brand, and Rodan and Fields, a multi med skin care regimen company.
Dr. Fields will showcase 3 business models as examples of how to start a business from an idea and the skills needed to launch a company.
Materials / method: 3 Companies: Proactiv Solution
Rodan and Fields under Estee Lauder
Rodan and Fields, LLC
Results: Proactiv Solution 1995-2016
sold to Nestle
Rodan and Fields-with Estee Lauder from 2003-2007
bought back by the founders
Rodan and Fields,LLC 2008-present
Conclusion: Everyone has ideas. Very few follow through and have what it takes to launch a project and then be successful. These 3 scenarios will give you an insider look into the journey of Rodan and Fields.
Disclosures
Did you receive any funding to support your research for this TOPIC?
No
Were you provided with any honoraria, payment or other compensation for your work on this study?
No
Do you have any financial relationship with any entity which may closely compete with the medications, materials or instruments covered by your study?
No
Do you own or have you applied for any patents in conjunction with the instruments, medications or materials discussed in your study?
Yes
Please specify date...: Proactiv Solution has been sold to Nestle, continuing ownership interest in Rodan and Fields.
and status : Ownership of all companies discussed
This work was not supported by any direct or non direct funding. It is under the author's own responsability