How do you turn a love for dogs into a publicly traded powerhouse? Matt Meeker, CEO and co-founder of Bark & Co (NYSE: BARK), reveals how a simple idea for monthly dog toys became a global pet-care empire—and why passion, patience, and brand purpose are the real competitive advantages in business. From co-founding Meetup to launching BarkBox in a Brooklyn apartment, Matt shares the hard truths of scaling consumer brands, navigating public markets, and building a company that truly understands its customers—dogs and humans alike. Matt explains: ◼️ Why obsession (not opportunity) built Bark’s billion-dollar brand ◼️ How BarkBox became a subscription-economy case study ◼️ The emotional psychology behind pet ownership and consumer loyalty ◼️ How to balance mission-driven storytelling with investor accountability ◼️ Why the pet economy keeps outperforming every recession ◼️ What retail investors can learn from founder-led brands in consumer markets 🔗 Follow Marketopolis Main Site...