👤 Growth Capital Podcast — Episode 42 👤

What if the strongest growth advantage isn’t found in automation — but in staying human?
In this episode of the Growth Capital Podcast, Justin Dixon sits down with Brian Von Ancken, founder and CEO of the Wellness Growth Mastermind, a community for leaders in the wellness industry. What started as an “accidental” mastermind has grown into a trusted hub for founders, executives, and growth leaders.
Brian shares:
🔹 Why human-curated connections still outperform AI-driven matches
🔹 The overlooked challenge of scaling wellness companies in crowded markets
🔹 How trust compounds in communities, and why it takes time to build
🔹 The role of distribution strategy in separating winners from noise
🔹 Why mixing scrappy startups with established brands sparks breakthrough ideas
This conversation is a blueprint for founders, investors, and operators who believe people—not just platforms—are the real growth engine.
📩 Connect with Brian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianvonancken/
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