GYMSHARK IS A $1.45BILLION BRAND - HOW IT HAPPENED

This was the most incredible day of my life. Thank you to everyone who has supported us this far. Gymshark is an incredible brand and one that I hope will continue to change the world.
I'm sharing my story as an entrepreneur and I hope this will help inform, and inspire you to pursue your dreams.
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[@BenFrancis]

If you're looking for even more information about the deal and what went into it, check out kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZTNp31qj62fgs0&t - a podcast Noel and I did recently on the channel going into all the details!

[@WRLDINVSN]

Keep going! HUGE!

[@leeorr9071]

Ben I take my hat of too u kid and god bless you and ur family and I hope ur the biggest place in gym shark 🦈 x

[@leeorr9071]

Ben you should get Logan Paul and Jake Paul to wear ur stuff they have millions of fans on KZbin and there getting into boxing big time so if I was you get them to wear ur stuff to smash American 🇺🇸 good luck kid

[@YouTube]

What an incredible story, Congratulations Ben!

[@zeyanzabir6889]

fucking hell its youtube themself

[@ipolarisi2381]

Oh shit, its the five-0

[@SaidGherbi]

When KZbin is watching your video on KZbin.

[@florisdewalvis1939]

Never seen youtube comment ever .-.

[@smilyb0y94]

It’s the KZbin A.i commenting

[@freddy_666]

If there ever was a person to aspire to be like in business, mate it is definitely you. Congratulations!!

[@lukeferguson9010]

Just wish the clothes were made in uk and quality was looked on to improve but who am i to say anything about a 1.45 billion valued business now. Congratulations just hated that you supporter blm which is a terrorist marxist communist organisation

[@infinitegalaxy271]

Luke Ferguson yeah I support their message about equality for all races but not the way they are doing it

[@lukeferguson9010]

Infinite Galaxy their is equality it’s just made up so when all else has failed can use it as an excuse. Cambridge university is the most diverse uni in the uk and white working class are expected less into unis and have had funding help turned away but stormzy is allowed to donate for blacks. Just an example. Two tier system. Sick of this race baiting bollox

[@Auriskb]

Ignore what I’m about to say but if uououf

[@Auriskb]

Luke Ferguson uoguoguouuouoguoguouooguouououugog

[@TristanDefeuilletVang]

So freaking inspiring

[@alaiaomanu6318]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZamfIqCrs2IeMk

[@gaelboxing2194]

Moi je comprend rien punaise !! 😢🤣

[@on9francisyu]

it is amazing story

[@monicale8951]

I love how Ben continually acknowledges Lewis and gives credit to him even after he left the company. Respect ✊

[@joblakelisbon]

Agree - I've been in business with a friend before and he was essentially a fucking weasel.

[@emcee1337]

Lewis did the right thing. 100m quid gross ... that should be enough for him and 3+ generations after him if he won’t blow it. As far as the evaluation goes ... a lot of hot air for investors. The long term successful companies (like aldi, Walmart) are family owned and keep their money within.

[@malik6318]

Lewis is probably punching the air right now

[@chinadashauthority65]

@chris Walmart has shareholders so you can’t say it’s family owned

[@Os_-tw4ot]

chris 200 million- he owned 20%

[@Uzairlchauhan2.0]

The owner is down to earth, He cares his employees, He taking fitness on next level, He is Ben God bless you

[@kgal1298]

@Ignore what I’m about to say but It'd be interesting to hear that for sure, but business partnerships are so not easy. I had a falling out with an old partner and now I'm back to 9-5 which I'm grateful for in this current climate, but yeah everyone has a story I'm sure my partner feels wrong just as I do when we fell apart.

[@lukeferguson9010]

Just wish the clothes were made in uk and quality was looked on to improve but who am i to say anything about a 1.45 billion valued business now. Congratulations just hated that you supporter blm which is a terrorist marxist communist organisation

[@Thecrazygamers2000]

@Ignore what I’m about to say but my man still got 100 mil

[@reviveproject]

might be just smart marketing

[@sombodyoncetoldmetheworldis]

Hey Siri, show me work ethic 👌

[@adamwalsh5285]

Never seen anyone show this much detail about such a massive brand.

[@ahollatz]

Most (retail) companies do this kind of keystone conversation with employees and their shareholders. They are required to. Paper, and/or public forum. Video conferencing is the recent popular choice over the past 10 years. I had to sit through these working at pier 1. They have to disclose their financials, legal and liabilities, and future visions and projections. KZbin makes sense to do this, because this is where they interact the most business dealings.

[@whataderk]

It’s all about social media marketing. Using influencers to grow your brand was the most genius move ever on Ben’s part.

[@chinadashauthority65]

It’s a lot more about the timing. At the time the fitness industry from merch to KZbin personalities to competitions was slowly beginning to blow up. It’s very natural that a high quality brand like Gymshark profits tremendously from this. Using influencers is a good strategy but it doesn’t mean you could open a fitness brand and use influencers and become Gymshark. That train has left the station

[@feedmeramen6816]

Hater Reps yeah it was original back then but now everyone else is doing it in fitness everywhere lol

[@whataderk]

Hater Reps timing or not, Ben did something that no one else was doing and became a billionaire in his 20’s. Google, Microsoft, Facebook were made by 20 years with a dream and a plan. Ben took an idea that no one else had and created an industry! Don’t be bitter.

[@dylanwilliams747]

He is in the top 1% but acts more humble than 99% of the world and also the most open billionaire

[@alistairhomewood7344]

@E H nah not quite

[@johnj3905]

You think 1 in 100 people are billionaires?

[@alistairhomewood7344]

@@johnj3905 frr, top one percent is people that earn around 500k I think

[@RaphyJmusic]

@@johnj3905 😂😂

[@samdunn3814]

E H i think he owns 70% of gymshark so he's a billionaire.

[@ApeGodGaming]

Who would think that man has a $1.5 billion company. So humble and extremely hard working. Deserves all the success he has and more.

[@kriswayne7938]

So what's his worth?

[@bushtruck]

Just started my channel where I take trucks into the mountains and bag on em, I just want to make people laugh.

[@trevorleeoakley7434]

See CH and the accounts. After the first year there was 57k cash, 125k in stock and 90K profit. I am unsure why he says that he was making all the items and hand delivering them when he had this level of finance after the first year - that is more money than many companies have after years of trade.

[@David-vn4qu]

kris wayne 700million stake

[@gregdoucette]

He must of worked harder than last time.

[@CrewAesthetics]

Hahaha coach Greg 😂

[@brentwilliams4658]

Good to see you here dad

[@SimeonStt]

Greg lowkey wants the gymshark sponsorship 😂

[@brentwilliams4658]

@@SimeonStt correction its symshark

[@AmY-gm2qs]

have a day off Greg Jesus Christ

[@Derek-Hicks]

I remember the original clothing ad in a magazine with the shark flexing its arm logo and thought it was a terrible logo and what is a shark in a gym all about? He’s now got a billion dollar brand and I still work in a factory 😂

[@sicario_paintball]

Don’t you love it when the owner is humble and not a cocky POS. More success to ya mate. Well deserved.

[@BenFrancis]

Thank you! 😀

[@swoldiernation]

Huge congrats Ben, its hard to even put into words something that quantifies and describes this achievement and journey. Humble beginnings, a rockstar team and nothing but a bigger future to come. Its been amazing to be on this journey with you and Gymshark!

[@joyhacks6156]

Ben is a Great Business men

[@joyhacks6156]

I am super proud

[@joyhacks6156]

Ben is Savage a Business

[@joyhacks6156]

He knows to market

[@butterfliesarepretty806]

Mannn, I dont know this guy but I'm genuinely sooo happy for him. This is every entrepreneur's dream! It makes me really happy that he's been able to get this far with his brand, especially when none of it was handed to him in a silver spoon. He deserves so much more, good luck to you and all the best for Gymshark!💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚

[@BenFrancis]

Thank you so much!

[@emeritolopes]

@@BenFrancis is a truly inspiration. I'm trying to do something in different sector and his videos keeps motivating me day by day. I'm in London and I hope I can meet you in Birmingham and have a cool chat with you. Respect.

[@TheStressD]

@@BenFrancis I love seeing British companies have such world wide success. I hope Gymshark stays British and will be here for many generations making it just as big as Nike or Adidas ect. Nothing worse than seeing big British companies being sold off. I think now is the time Britain starts taking centre stage and create more successful Billion pound companies. I wish even more success, keep up the good work mate.

[@slack.]

You know he’s legit when he’s not telling us to buy his ‘online guru course’.

[@JamesandKiimmy]

Congratulations to everyone at Gymshark! All that hard work, dedication & none stop hustle has paid off 🎉 keep changing the game and we look forward to seeing what happens next 😁

[@BenFrancis]

Thank you! 😀

[@IrishPablo94]

Pure luck ,there products arnt even nice looking

[@el33t76]

@@IrishPablo94 clearly you aren’t active then - it’s easily the best fitting and feeling gym wear I own

[@IrishPablo94]

@@el33t76 under armour and nike mate

[@SwoleakhulTheBlind]

Mate you’re a work horse. 8 years from making product at home to a global company worth 1.4 billion. Good shit, everyone trying to start a business should take some pointers here. Also 70% of a 1.45 billion business, man’s a billionaire 😅 From bedroom to Billionaire, astonishing and inspirational.

[@itsyuddy]

he owns 70% now tho

[@SwoleakhulTheBlind]

itsyuddy yeah already edited it. Commented too soon 😅

[@SwoleakhulTheBlind]

Gabriel Arquillo Agreed, why would he sell it‘s his baby. He built it in his living room.

[@lukeferguson9010]

Just wish the clothes were made in uk and quality was looked on to improve but who am i to say anything about a 1.45 billion valued business now. Congratulations just hated that you supporter blm which is a terrorist marxist communist organisation

[@kieranartus2471]

Gabriel Arquillo x

[@akiechhabra114]

Absolutely 100% a real-life example of a down-to-earth successful entrepreneur who doesn't want to sell out to a venture capital fund, be involved in the business day & night and keep building on the DREAM he had! Ben, you're an inspiration mate and you'll be spoken about for years to come!

[@BenFrancis]

Thank you, really appreciate the support!

[@TheNine375]

This type of transparency is unheard of! Kudos to probably one of the most humble founders out there

[@bbynez]

Congratulations on such an amazing achievement Ben! Watching you grow over the years has been an absolute pleasure and you should be so proud of yourself! Excited to see what the next few years bring for Gymshark! 👏👏

[@ashleykettle343]

take notice of how Ben says ''WE'' not ''I'' when he talks about the brand, even when talking about the very beginning.

[@goodkisser8591]

Yes, as does literally every single owner of a company. It’s nothing magical and inspirational, it’s just basic linguistics when talking about a whole company. Take notice of how Ben doesn’t mention the unethical Chinese labour being used to manufacture all their clothing. It’s all publicly documented by law, but of course he’d leave out that bit wouldn’t he? Doesn’t really fit with the whole inspirational marketing campaign here.

[@ashleykettle343]

@@goodkisser8591 That's a very good point, however unethical as you see it to be, I don't see you or anyone wanting to pay a premium for clothing. Those $30 joggers jump all the way up to support a western salery

[@katielopez4104]

Yes, not like alphalete.

[@arthurtheaardvark13]

@@goodkisser8591 As someone whose family is from a very small, rural area in China, I cannot see how it is unethical that brands contract out their labour to workers who have no other employment opportunities and live in poverty. There's a reason why many of these factories in third or second world countries have massive lines of people asking for jobs outside the front doors. People living in these areas have very little options when it comes to employment, and so while it may seem like unethical labour to you, it's actually a very liveable wage for those living in rural areas and helps them out a ton. Take those factories away and you pretty much kill off everyone's livelihoods.

[@Barnzah]

@@arthurtheaardvark13 While for those poor workers it may seem like a positive, however they are still exploited. Just because they are happy with the money they are making does not mean it is fair and ethical. It's an issue with those countries not enforcing minimum amounts companies pay their employees.

[@nthabisengmakena]

The editor, brilliant work.

[@jamesperrett6022]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!! 😊

[@akaMythics]

@@jamesperrett6022 would love to potentially work on something with you in the future. If your interested and could put aside some time to do so, please message me on twitter My Twitter : @akaMythics

[@tomparker481]

Ben did a better job

[@jamesperrett6022]

@@tomparker481 Probably, but it's hard for him to be at the top of a company and edit his own videos ey.

[@Amit-bs2tm]

@@jamesperrett6022 lol

[@antob7534]

This is really inspiring. Keep going, Ben! Everyone admires you for the inspirational story that you have.

[@graab]

Your transparency makes me feel like I know you and I'm proud of you. Awesome to see the growth over the years and it's exciting to see what is next! keep it up, you inspire me.

[@tyeben]

Ben should have a knighthood a shining example of British entrepreneurship

[@krrhys]

ben tye totally agree

[@ShishirGaire]

Shipping cheap made Chinese clothing designed in the UK is a shining example of British entrepreneurship?

[@ThinkAbstract]

@@ShishirGaire Hating ass fuakers like u r in endless supply. Disgusting creatures

[@CookiePire]

Shish pretty much how entrepreneurs are yeah LOL

[@kgal1298]

@@ShishirGaire Unfortunately some of the best textiles now come out of China or India. The factory life of workers is relatively sad of course, but I hope at some point the company will work on sustainability efforts, but they'd be hard-pressed to get their profit margins without using China factories or textiles for their operations.

[@itsmike9227]

This is so inspiring, a company/brand coming from humble beginnings to being valued at 1 billion

[@Stern4EVERx]

Basically most companies nth new

[@hajeraabdullah9157]

Appreciating the transparency and humility Ben, you must be really happy with your success in a short space of time. Also video editing is on point.

[@Debbitslife]

So inspirational beyond belief. Followed your journey Ben since day 1. Cannot believe how much value you give to people. Keep growing!

[@daplug8636]

I remember when this company was very new, and to now be a billion dollar company is crazy. Hats off to you brother.

[@gymshark]

What a journey it has been so far 💙

[@Lozh1993]

Awesome brand. Honestly the way you run is exactly how I want my business to run

[@gavinn.4060]

fuck you guys for pushing unattainable body standards for both men and women

[@GangsterDolphins]

@@gavinn.4060 you just have bad genetics

[@gavinn.4060]

@@GangsterDolphins youre just deluded

[@ethanboucher83]

@@gavinn.4060 what a hateful person.

[@arrrhaitch4563]

Enough respect to you dude!!! How this brand has sky rocketed is just incredible. Love how transparent you’ve been, so very clear!

[@franczak.fashion]

Ben, it's always great to see your video. Thank you for sharing Gymshark story and CONGRATULATIONS! Keep creating future of fashion!

[@kidbrown2010]

This video literally sent chills down my spine. It's one thing when a successful person talks about the humble beginnings, but another one is to see with your own eyes that person, as pretty much a kid, doing all the groundwork himself. Sewing, sending the packages. It's incredible.

[@RavMan26]

Ben just wanted to say an amazing Job from Canada! Proud of you and everything you stand for keep it up!

[@lukestrege502]

Ben, I am so stoked for you. I joined the gymshark family back in the Ogus and Lavado days and man it's a joy to watch the journey you and gymshark have been on. Here's to the future.

[@ChucktheCG]

The culture and transparency is incredible, not to mention that the clothing holds up to all the wear and tear you can throw at them. I got items from years ago that I still really love wearing and for these reasons I 100% want to work with Gymshark some time in the future

[@ArekkzGaming]

Congrats Ben, this is absolutely incredible! It's been amazing to see Gymshark grow over the years - can't wait to see what's next!

[@lassed5]

Increasing transparency with growth is outstanding and truly sets you and your company apart. Keep rocking and huge respect from my side.

[@zhygiuss]

Wow! Such an inspirational video. So happy to see such a bright guy achieving incredible results through hard work and dedication to his brand in truly amazing way. Vision is realizing and only getting better. Huge congratulations to you, Ben! And best of luck to you and your team in the future.

[@jackwatkins3]

Hands down the best video you’ve done (Ben & James) well executed and moving. Honoured to be apart of the journey.

[@DanGString]

Absolutely love how transparent you are with the business

[@calvz7871]

I just started my dropshipping store this year and it's reminded me so much of when I used to watch your journey years ago Ben when you first started your business doing something similar. You're truly an inspiration to young entrepreneurs and I just want to tell you how proud and happy I am being able to share your journey. Congratulations ben, ill see you at the top!

[@timcullimore7443]

What an incredible story, Congratulations Ben! you deserve it! continue to grow your brand! this inspires millions of entrepreneurs! well done!

[@georgephillips7207]

Ben, you’re such an inspiration me and to so many others. It’s incredible to see your passion, drive and ambition. Thank you for continuing to share your journey with us. There’s an exciting road ahead for Gymshark 🙌🏻

[@kennytrinh1818]

WOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOW!!! Congratulations to you and to everyone who has helped you Ben!!! You literally created the best company and probably my favorite company in the entire world!!! Thank you for everything and thank you for creating something that is more than just products!!! I'm always in awe...sending you nothing but the best wishes!!! I hope you have a lovely day!!!

[@emmanuelokonkwo7289]

You are one of the most unbelievable inspiring people i have ever watched in my life!! Hats off to you Ben! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💯💯💯

[@Jayz0507]

this is truly inspiring, hearty congrats and hope to see your business reach even higher levels in the future

[@LinusbestOfTROLLZ]

Watching this as I workout in my gymshark seamless long sleeve. I'm starting my own business any second now and your a huge insperation to us all! Great work Ben!

[@brionyjohannah790]

Such a down earth and lovely guy! He’s so lovely to all his staff and so genuine in person as well! Congratulations Ben🎉🎉

[@clau1clau]

This is so awesome, I still remember some videos from this guy few years ago when he was presenting his brand and the hard work he was doing. GG mate, GG!

[@prakhar5331]

God bless u man, self-made man, huge respect, I've been watching u since like 3 yrs, it's so good see you achieve something so insane, you are gonna go to the moon🔥🔥🔥😎😎.

[@stanleyhoh3309]

It’s hard to fathom how discipline Ben is in order for him to have his business, relationship, fitness all in check. Most importantly, at such a young age! Can’t wait to see him grow even more! Keep grinding Ben!

[@miguelangelpacheco3289]

this is amazing, I don't think anyone else has ever shared in such a transparent and humble way how much the business is growing and worth and in including the consumers...!! literally including the consumers into corporate conversations, this is just such an inspiration. thank you, Ben, we are here to support Gymshark and make it the biggest ever.

[@arthurtheaardvark13]

Ben, we are all SO PROUD of you! SO SO SO DAMN PROUD! I love being a part of the Gymshark community and will forever be a loyal supporter of this brand, which resonates so much with my lifestyle, my values, and my beliefs. I got really emotional throughout this video and I cannot express how much joy I am feeling for you! Thank you for always being so honest and translucent with us, thank you for keeping that amazing connection with the rest of the Gymshark community, and thank you for always staying true to your gut instincts, your mission, and your values. Gymshark is, in my eyes, the world's greatest brand, hands down

[@eddyluvall]

Congrats bro! You deserve the success for all the hard work you put into it, way more to go...

[@jkc-kp]

I've never felt happier for another business like how happy I am for Gymshark and Ben right now. What you've created is just amazing!

[@HouseMusicMixChanel]

It's just amazing how far you've come. I remember buying the old hoodie and sweatpants back in early 2014. Just amazing!

[@alexandresantos5470]

Communication done right. Truly making your community part of your brand. Congratulations on the journey so far, but mostly importantly congratulation on truly understanding how interact with customers in this world.

[@jordancaygillcomposer]

Ben, you are so very inspirational! dedicating them hours, making them sacrifices is one massive part of the journey and you have made your vision reality. A massive well done for people and community you have helped to build, the brand the focus and future visions for yourself I am sure will be very special for yourself and your company! All the best to you! Kind regards Jordan

[@urosmiric552]

I think everyone can find inspiration in his story. No metter what career we are talking about. Congratulations for this organic success, youth should have role models like this!

[@eileenacken1755]

Dude what a milestone. Congratulations, what a huge, HUGE accomplishment!

[@diveshtilokani7979]

Congrats Ben! What an extraordinary achievement. God Bless you and all members of the Gymshark team with even more success in the future.

[@crissyboo9820]

*me watching while in my gymshark gear* honestly love the brand and it's so nice to see its rise from its humble beginnings to where it is now and also seeing where you want to take the brand. Really cool video 😍

[@asim]

As a fellow business owner, thanks for putting out this content. I can't tell you how informative and useful it is. The transparency from someone running such a large company is very unique. Appreciate you for that.

[@maggenlove]

The editing on this is so well done, great balance of hilarious and inspiring

[@MeganBeach-megbbeauty]

Your such an inspiration - I love the drive and ambition you have had all the while remaining humble. I hope to be on this level in my life! Congrats!!

[@thecreativefamily7291]

Wow , I love the story of this brand and Ben you really only made it this far because you have put on so much into achieving your vision , and that is so inspiring 👌🏼

[@MiteshParmar]

I've met Ben. So humble and such a great guy. He knows his strengths and weakness, and that has led to his success. Thanking outside the box had really helped him. Amazing work.

[@RevenueSharePartner]

*congrats, so many people struggle in fitness niche but ben is such a genius he on his way to become multi billionaire, Starting a business is so hard but being a unicorn, wow 😮 that is unbelievable, you are an inspiration, in future I hope you get more success because you're transparent, I have no words to describe you*

[@Farhan010692]

Great story! All of Ben's videos really inspired me to start a business in the last 12 months. Congratulations 👏...also that fade was always on point 👌

[@ultimateownsz]

Your journey sounds truly exciting, It's bizarre to see the growth of your brand. I'm a beginner in the business industry and I am working on a side project of mine to establish a business and ultimately a brand in the future I hope. Thank you for your time and giving some insight into your business!

[@mw599]

Great to see mention of Lewis! This really was a transparent video and massive respect to you, Ben!

[@jaymackenzie7266]

@Ignore what I’m about to say but how? He left the company on his own choice and got a 100m payout.

[@AceYYC]

​@Ignore what I’m about to say but I mean.... 100 million pounds is decent eh

[@salmanpatel914]

Nah he didnt, his happy.

[@oakplankmemes8176]

Jay Mackenzie not only the 100m for his shares but he’s held them since the beginning so he’s been taking 20% of the profits each year so he’s got far more than just that

[@mw599]

oakplankmemes and also. Lewis is not the kind of guy to sit back and do nothing with his money. He has been building houses on bigger and bigger plots for years. Now he has £100m to play with. Trust me. Lewis will turn that £100m into £500m

[@SamMartinPeakPerformance]

Really inspirational story - shows you that even in super saturated industries there is always room for an upstart to come along and break the norm. Fully deserved

[@koleparrott8820]

Been watching this channel for approx 3yrs and find all the videos inspiring and motivating....but this video makes me feel proud and humble that a guy my age had a dream and pursed it!!! Amazing story and inspirational...really shows if you have a passion and believe in yourself you can do anything 🤗

[@DakotaSchuetz1996]

Incredible story and video Ben

[@tommypark2522]

The fact he's taken on new investors and has increased his hold on the business 🤣🤯🤯

[@ExoticTuber]

Absolute bossman

[@Whowannabeu]

BS. How do you take on more investors without diluting your share of the business?

[@tommypark2522]

@@Whowannabeu he made the others have less shares

[@tommypark2522]

@@Whowannabeu was a couple people with some shares so he moved theirs about to accommodate for new investors

[@ashtechs9303]

He bought Lewis’s shareholding for £100 million. At a 1.45 billion valuation he’s bought the 20% relatively cheaply. 290 million dollars is £219 million. So makes sense he can afford to take a bigger share holding. Which ever way he did it. Congratulations to him. So much achieved so quickly. 👏🏽

[@GiovanaGuidousa]

That's amazing Ben! Congratulations! I'm starting my own brand in Brazil and you are my biggest inspiration! 🤩🏋️‍♂️🤗

[@RicardoBubel]

qual o nome da sua marca ?

[@aestheticspower]

Bought my first gymshark clothing 2 years ago, from the first day I become a part of the Gymshark family. Will continue buying stuff from you. Really comfy clothes.

[@BenFrancis]

Thank you so much!

[@desgosling2876]

Great video Ben and a fabulous story. Your mindset passed on from your Dad is a super power. Keep it going

[@MrScottslim9]

been in retail all my working life (17years) and what you have done is amazing keep growing looking forward to seeing how high you go. Amazing work

[@dmodeejay]

SENSATIONAL! INSPIRATIONAL! KEEP PUSHING! THERE IS NO LIMIT!!

[@BenFrancis]

Yes bro 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@blacky0121]

@@BenFrancis makes you proud to be a brummie ❤🙌

[@barankalayci]

I bought your first product about 7-8 years ago and I still keep it! I have a clothing brand and I put out my best, inspiring !!!

[@matthewtrainor1700]

Ive got so much admiration for you ben.. i had so many ideas back in the day when no one was even doing clothing or protein bars etc. And i just didnt have the bollocks to go out and do it. You have built this brand that i particularly love from nothing and i wish you all the best in the future. This should be a true inspiration for any young person out there with an idead they believe in. Dont let ppl tell you ya cnt do it or its no good.. go out and do it then you have no regrets because you didnt at least try. Best of all ben you still just regular guy 👏👏

[@ikergarcia7794]

Thank you for being so transparent disclosing how your shareholding looks like! First one doing that!

[@iWillLift]

Never EVER EVER going to forget the scenes where you hand stitching, packing and delivering the OG Gymshark orders... The EXCITEMENT of getting those items back than, nothing can compare to it from any new launches, it's the OG memories... Watching every single one of your vlogs, seeing you getting more and more and more comfortable talking in front of the camera and a big audience, till now you are just a master of public speech, it's just incredible, well done Ben, thanks for changing and shaping the fitness community to it's current state, we just getting started.

[@THEECOMKING]

This Is What You Call: British Entrepreneurship Excellence 👑🇬🇧🔥

[@stefriegel]

Just finished an all video marathon on this channel. Unbelievable and unique content! Thanks a lot Ben

[@MycahEquette]

Brings tears of joy to my eyes. So proud of you Ben! Gymshark is life 🙌🏽

[@SaketGokhaleVlogs]

This is HUGE. A big congratulations to you & the team. Keep spreading your vision, you’re an inspiration 🎊

[@BenFrancis]

Thank you! We will do!

[@baldy6275]

saket i love your content, love from california

[@ianfreeman5087]

Pure motivation if there ever was any. Goes to show that every idea or dream should be pursued. Great achievement and also great products too.

[@AMGINE1000]

clicked to watch you at random, what an achivement well done Ben your very driven and still got years ahead of you

[@anthonytran6819]

Congratulations man been following since the early days. Proud of you Ben and team!

[@Moons_mooniverse]

Owning 70% of a business that’s valuated at $1.45 Billion means Ben is personally $1.015 Billion worth 👍

[@Steve-mj5yj]

So let me get this straight... Ben brings Steve and Paul in to scale Gymshark, then they walk away with less of the company than they originally signed on for after their first serious funding round, meanwhile Ben bumps up his equity another 3%? ... mine mine mine mine my precioussss What a brilliant way to reward the two people that have “completely and utterly revolutionized the business.” I think there are some sharks in the boardroom, and he’s probably gonna drown after eating too many of its own fishies in a few years. I mean either that or Steve and Paul willingly sold some of their shares... which would indicate they don’t have long term confidence in the business, and will probably leave soon either way. Also 21% seems quite high to me being at the stage General Atlantic entered and how well Gymshark was scaling (seemingly). I smell something fishy in the cash flow. Ok, I think I got that straight now. Just my interpretation. Carry on KZbinrs.

[@malachi1243]

Steve i agree

[@alimosley85]

@@Steve-mj5yj perhaps part of the deal involved those two guys selling some of their shares but taking a larger salary and maybe they didnt want their financial gain publicised?

[@Steve-mj5yj]

@Ali Mosley Sure, thats a possibly. But why would the “right” investor want to push out the two guys that helped bring Gymshark to £1 Billion? Also doesn’t improve Ben’s position, having majority vote, he could have protected his top two lieutenants from being diluted to less than half their original stake when they brought a VC on board. That’s like Ben essentially saying “Thanks for all your hard work, but we don’t see a future for you here. We need to free up even more equity to give back to, well, me. So take one for the one-man team, sell your shares and take an almost entirely salary-based compensation.” So that would just prove that Ben didn’t have the backbone to renegotiate the terms of the round and instead let General Atlantic take its first step towards taking the reins, eventually from Ben too. Doesn’t sound like the “right” investor to me. Its funny cause so many people are praising him for his transparency but if that were the case there wouldn’t be so many elephants in the room. Do we know about what happened between him and his cofounder? Cause it feels like it is happening to Steve and Paul. He’s a good marketer I’ll give him that - but he’s a terrible leader.

[@RaphyJmusic]

@@Steve-mj5yj Yeah it was weird to me too seeing those two dudes seemingly step back, I wonder why/how

[@BlueStarNutraceuticals]

🙌👏🔥 Congrats Ben and team! Huge accomplishment. Couldn't be happier for ya!!!

[@BenFrancis]

😀 Thank you!

[@mattstirling2066]

@@BenFrancis Big congrats from all of us! You deserve it, man!!!

[@ROYALMENN]

The most honest and inspiring video i ever seen in my life, congrats mate 🤩💪

[@stancuflorin]

Congrats Ben, this is just amazing, can't wait to see where the brand it's going.

[@niftyflex]

Super crazy success story! When you're talking about the future and growth, I would have enjoyed seeing statements about how you want to make gymshark a more sustainable company while growing, thinking about your role in global climate change. I love my gymshark clothes but also care about the environment. Hoping to see this addressed in future videos.

[@MyMateNate]

Interested in the APAC expansion!! Stoked to see how that unfolds, and if you need any help for the Thai market, let me know ;)

[@Robertas919]

Of course he will let you know from reading a yt comments... I bet he has no time for it. Just reach him out if you serious about it..

[@UnknownUser-bt4gk]

All the credit in the world! What a great story! I hope you enjoy your success, you've done an amazing job!!