How Allbirds Became A $1.4 Billion Sneaker Start-Up

[@tammylam2907]

"Sometimes innovation can be about taking things away. It can be whispering when everyone else is screaming."

[@808thampire]

Like taking away the headphone jack lol.

[@aegontargaryen8934]

@@808thampire LMAO 😅😅

[@avicohen2k]

Apple is great at that.

[@rikeshpatel1237]

corny, meaningless line

[@7wiiskate]

I would pay for a statement like this. Good one.

[@themaltesesailor9774]

I've never heard of these.

[@kgal1298]

Depends where you hang they ran a really heavy social campaign so people on Facebook and Instagram saw them a lot.

[@nathanswenson1887]

Thomas ikr taking the world by storm. Ha. I think not.

[@uioplkhj]

Well now you have.

[@oscarvitlue2922]

Same

[@Ch0cHead]

They were popular in NZ from when they first launched. Whenever I'm overseas and I see someone wearing them, I ask if they're from NZ - they're that much of thing.

[@SkyKangaroo]

i feel like allbirds paid yall to make this video lmao

[@taobaoma8122]

Sky Kang totally agree!! I used to work at a media company. They make a lot videos for sponsors. I believe this is one of em too

[@jogb9515]

Rubish.... goes to check out Allbirds.

[@7wiiskate]

I feel they paid a lot of ppl that 1st year and gave away nice shoes to key personalities.

[@eliuscha]

@@7wiiskate Yes, this is exactly what they did. The material is cheap mix with synthetic and they doesn't tell you that! They just answer you question, confirming that there is and that they are not going to disclose how much. What I wonder about, why no blogger, writing about them, ever asked them this question. Nobody seems to be interested, since they probably pay very well...

[@REALTRUEJOURNEY]

So obvious lol

[@antdeane6055]

Why is Tim Brown the only one subtitled in this video?? He is speaking English like everyone else!

[@isaacabodunrin7834]

Because his accent might be difficult for some people to understand. For those viewers, it helps them concentrate their attention on the value of his ideas (particularly the sustainability that underpins his products) rather than being lost trying to decipher his accent.

[@LightYagami-wt1jw]

he a kiwi , kiwi english bad

[@projectshoe]

@@isaacabodunrin7834 What about people from New Zealand trying to understand the American chap? Or is it only US consumers that count?

[@tamarapoi]

It's our New Zealand accent!!! lolololololol No one understands us kiwis!

[@Gtex555]

@@projectshoe people from New Zealand watch lots of American programming and are used to American accents , no one watches New Zealand tv outside New Zealand. Sometimes it's better to think about something before complaining.

[@deepanshugurjar8222]

*SHAUN THE SHEEP WANTS To KNOW YOUR LOCATION.*

[@jiayulansari70]

Legend say he never blinked his eyes

[@keyboardwarrior.2741]

Mulle

[@francislawes7644]

Love the subtitles only for the Kiwi accent parts

[@ejanimation101]

Perfect for a minimalist

[@TheRabbitHasLanded]

I might pick up a pair, my current low profile shoes are Mexico 66s which I love

[@LightYagami-wt1jw]

lol no r u high or smthing

[@TheRabbitHasLanded]

Light Yagami what?

[@Ch0cHead]

I love them. Comfy but also really lightweight, so perfect for travel.

[@CaseyHardman]

Absolutely love my Tree Runners! Saw a few pairs in New York when I was there. Cool to see the company growing!

[@Ohdearyme-x3d]

Really like the designs; the variety.

[@yassinaalsahlania6981]

This guy is so calm

[@leodahvee]

Those wool runners are actually SUPER COMFORTABLE

[@maximusaurelius9906]

This is the first time I've heard anybody express the way I feel about overly colorful and flashy sneakers. That's neat.

[@Officialv5a]

Dang I've been on Allbirds for about a year and a half... No idea they were this big now.

[@omb5722]

v5a they’re not this big lol .

[@SydneyMadueke]

Are the shoes still in good condition?

[@jovanleon7]

Are the shoes really that comfortable?

[@eliuscha]

@@SydneyMadueke Not, they use chip material with synthetic in it and don't mention it. It will not sale well - using at the same time "natural" and "sustainable"... ;) All customers seems to be blind and don't care. I would wonder, how much they are going to sell, after some company will call on them, based on act of dishonest competition.

[@dru1910]

This shoe will never succeed among people that are into sneakers, but among the rest of the general population, this shoe can succeed

[@TheAngryOgreGamer]

he came to my school in New Zealand, nice guy

[@smalliebiggs3836]

I owned 3 pairs, awesome!

[@alexcope4144]

My only problem with the shoe design is they are made to be worn sockless and the heel rubs away and gives you wicked blisters. It's a pretty common issue with them for a lot of people

[@yayayalam]

I always wear them with thin socks and it's perfect.

[@KazeKumo]

I wonder if Allbird can design a simple socks for their shoes. It would be a great product line. Alright ss me and send to allbird. I dont ask much, just a small bucks to start my small food company.

[@plinyelder8156]

Thin socks are better with these. Thin running socks are the best.

[@rockncreatorforever6058]

they sell socks now

[@ladybanks9766]

You never wear closed in shoes without socks. Toe jams people!

[@ptonfire1]

Lamb stew....no wonder so much success.

[@oli5389]

why does he look like a really good CGI character or silicon robot which doesn't blink that often ?? 0:37

[@bytobyi]

3:53 Joey Z with the “Start With Why” mentality... Shoutout Simon Sinek

[@kennyharris1952]

Toby Ilogu I know right? I thought I was just the only one that noticed

[@bobbobby2092]

Never heard of it even a year after this video was made.

[@thejocordero]

They are the most comfortable shoes I've tried!

[@jemanshrestha8176]

nike will be nike!

[@umt6429]

This is a billion dollar company... Wtf...

[@geekedmaxx]

No it's not they just lying to there investors

[@Chy-th3sj]

*No it's not! They are just lying to their investors.

[@GameFuMaster]

it's valued at 1 billion, because of sales projection and investments.

[@keenenwalker8708]

"Valued"

[@GameFuMaster]

@@keenenwalker8708 look, that's what these "experts" say okay. IMO they're probably wrong, like they were wrong with Uber and WeWork, but that's how they value it and that's how these companies can get a massive exit.

[@MoorishBrooklyn]

Pretty good video. I learned a lot.

[@jameschan4964]

Any noticed his eyes? So perfectly shaped.... mesmerising!!

[@mellowtonin4166]

hype? yes! it's hype!

[@toad1694]

These are Facebook mom shoes.

[@yungFTP]

Got gifted a pair of these, love it. But I do still think new balance 574 are best simple classic shoes.

[@Striker50_]

It's nice not having logos

[@PseudoEmpathy]

I bought some and got them yesterday. The uppers are pretty nice but the soles are hard and uncomfortable.

[@abhimanyukhadwal]

They're meant to be more like a business shoe, perfect for all day wear and tear. More like a Vans Era or Oldskool Vans.

[@plinyelder8156]

Abhimanyu Khadwal so they’re meant to be uncomfortable?

[@omb5722]

Abhimanyu Khadwal stop . Just stop . He literally said uncomfortable and you’re still defending it and you don’t even own a stake in the company . Why are you defending something you have nothing to do with ?

[@omb5722]

Well yeah what do you expect? People cry about other people buying nike and adidas being “ brand whores “ and show offs . No ! I buy them because no matter what design i buy it will be comfortable and durable . Period

[@Striker50_]

Maybe they have to break in

[@SearcherKat]

I have a pair, they are very comfortable indeed.

[@stanleykania7184]

Yes they are great shoes !!

[@renedelac]

I must admit they are super comfy and. The fit is perfect

[@wild8573]

Now I want a pair so I can support the company

[@kamransayed2634]

Wild 野性 it’s a multi billion company. You can give your support to a local sneaker shop. 👍🏼

[@calummoran4626]

Make sure you order a size up at least. I've had to return shoes twice to get the right size - fingers crossed 2 sizes up actually fits as there isn't a larger size....

[@wikivids7682]

@@kamransayed2634 pretty sure its better to give money to companies with better products and not give it to local company that doesnt have the same level of innovation.

[@DustineJao]

If Allbirds collab with Boost.

[@james-sk1si]

excellent video!!!

[@AmericaFirstRifleman]

So he got a government grant and had connections in business world not really a surprise he got a billion-dollar startup

[@rodrigozapata3356]

Patjersey3000 jealous

[@MyAkachi]

A government grant and connections in the business world does not guarantee any success. Many have failed, despite these 'advantages'.

[@Mikemonroeee]

MyAkachi name 1

[@AmericaFirstRifleman]

@@rodrigozapata3356 no just stating the obvious nobody said he didn't work hard to make the company viable people like you are the reason why we have communist running wild all over the world

[@samsilbar6576]

Do you know how many startups fail? Dude went back to college in a different country after his successful professional athletic career and you're hating on him? Good for him and all the people he has helped with his brilliant idea!

[@iristhehooman]

Wow that's me, I've always wanted plain shoes with no logos. And something that lasts. Though I've heard of allbirds I haven't tried it.

[@GordonGreenCincinnati]

How much money do I need to pay CNBC to get a storyboard coverage like this for my company?

[@eliuscha]

I'm curious too. If you figure out, let me know... ;)

[@Tinfed]

Is this really innovation or just marketing hype? Nike make shoes out of plastic because its cheap. Wool is expensive because it's a natural material. If wool prices have increased 30% in 2017 because of some hype imagine if the shoes really became mainstream. More demand for wool = more sheep = more land clearing for the sheep to graze = more c02 emissions. Its a nice shoe but I don't see this as environmentally friendly.

[@tedward191]

Long-term if the market explodes for wool you are probably right, but surely despite that it may still be better environmentally that the plastic alternatives? (also its cows that are the bigger issue, not sheep)

[@Tinfed]

@@tedward191 I suppose it comes down to which problem is easier to solve; plastic in oceans or global warming.

[@tedward191]

@@Tinfed might the wool industry be better than plastics for both oceans and co2 emmisions? (Despite all the sheep)

[@KKGoh5125]

Just tax the plastic and subsides the sheep, case closed

[@nguyenkhanho2251]

environmental issues all come from consumerism, not only eco-friendly or plastic products.

[@MalinaCC]

Love my Allbirds and the fact that they are even comfortable without socks on!

[@alfredoalcantar8691]

Malina and smelly 🦶

[@报纸-w6z]

American companies are often overvalued. All those Unicorns offer 0 but some VCs think they’re the next big thing😂

[@fvenf2kbl1xdwxz30]

Maybe that's why you're not a VC Someone can make money from an overvalued company too. Idk why fools those haven't studied well share their opinions without knowledge

[@EliteClinicalResearch]

I love what this company is doing that is amazing.

[@calinescualexandru554]

Never heard of AllBirds. 😁😁

[@alexabraham9035]

Excellent 👍

[@frankagono]

I have one in Nigeria and they are the most comfortable shoes I ever wore

[@DrAdnan]

I like less flashy shoes 💪

[@Bonbon45629]

Just a reminder, u can make shoes that are comfortable AND STYLISH. Nobody forces u to pick between the two. They look terrible

[@J-o-h-m]

Nice to see the subtitles cuz no one can apperently under the kiwi accent✌️

[@Designedbyalebanese]

Very inspiring

[@G4eva420]

Good Ad

[@SERGIO-cr6uy]

Expensive shoes. Never heard of it and probably never will again.

[@SydneyMadueke]

What price is a good sneaker for you

[@livingalone5737]

the shoes is so light

[@shamiromrimmoy5964]

It is just naturally weird to hear a New Zealander non-rugby player achieving great amazing heights. Can you believe a member of the minority football code developing a footwear solution for all people!? Richie McCaw and company will be amazed.

[@ladybanks9766]

I've lived in New Zealand all my life. How come I've never heard of this guy or the shoe brand before?

[@christopherarmstrong2710]

Boss Lady Tee - The algorithms haven’t gotten to you.

[@victorgaladimawa6399]

@@christopherarmstrong2710 😂😂😂😂

[@teojz]

Plot twist: this is actually an Allbird ad

[@OreoSpears]

Not familiar with this brand but congratulations! Hope to try soon.

[@Gary-cc8oe]

Hi guys I'm running my Startup, 3:15 if he takes $77.5 million from outside investors, how is he going to payback all the investors money? Pls advice. TQ.

[@onurkutlu5298]

U do noy have to pay them back. He sold STOCK for 77.5, he did not get a loan. Sp they own a %of the company (profit and stock)

[@Gary-cc8oe]

@@onurkutlu5298 I see. But can you really sell the Stock for $77.5 Million if you're not a Public Company? If yes how do you divide the stocks for each investor?

[@anameisntenough]

@@Gary-cc8oe it's a private limited company; investors get their share from profits according to the terms and conditions.

[@shutupidiott]

Same doubt 🤔

[@LimitedWard]

A company does not need to be publicly traded to have stock. Stock is simply a unit of ownership of a share of a company.

[@tristanmoller9498]

God I want a pair so much... this guy summarized it for me, every shoe is overly branded with too much design. I was looking for a simple one. (don’t like wearing brands too much.) Too bad I live in Germany where they don’t sell yet. So I heard about these but can’t get em... next time

[@alfredoalcantar8691]

Tristan Möller so buy cheap shoes from Walmart no brand

[@karolinakuc4783]

Tried via internet?

[@ghostphoto1789]

I haven't watched any of the video or seen their financials but that valuation is ridiculous

[@Striker50_]

100M in rev Ann.

[@normschan5548]

He talked into my soul

[@NoBuddyz]

I back it!

[@metalicametalica4850]

I'm sure they are not better looking and more comfortable than ultra boost !!

[@haydenweir6416]

Can confirm, they're extremely comfortable. I wear mine constantly

[@r3dp1ll]

but are they durable ? Well sewed, solid rubber ...

[@Atipat12]

AWESOME

[@cholententertainment6516]

Cool company

[@mywebhook]

Amazing

[@brightdaysaheadofUs]

I commend you. Unlike amazon who also copied this shoe.

[@ronney2a]

They are comfortable if you are walking around the office, they feel like slippers but if you have to walk a lot they are not comfortable

[@veee14]

Why do these look like cheap Kmart shoes

[@ftse07]

*a big fan of knitwear*

[@BeCatholicNotBogusOrdo]

Love it! Go Allbirds!!

[@Tom-vy3cb]

Best shoes I’ve ever wore

[@caob1876]

This is how markets crash. Propped up prices

[@Testtikles]

I just spent $500 on some jays

[@karolinakuc4783]

Good boots

[@Hazzard0]

Oh the hype

[@Striker50_]

Who's here because All birds is announcing their IPO soon? Anyone? Ok.. 😐

[@HDsharp]

they sell for around $90...they must think we're mugs.

[@SydneyMadueke]

What price is a good sneaker for you

[@karolinakuc4783]

But this one doesn't smell with sweat after 1h coz merino wool breathes and regulates temperature.

[@iwer22]

When it came to Indonesia?

[@stevenamoah9849]

I've never heard of them ..

[@rociosantos9924]

I love the design of these cause I am a designer my self, but those shoes are not made for rainy weather like Wellington. I kept falling over, again and again.

[@karolinakuc4783]

Gumshoes makes wellingtons out of chewing gum they cleaned from street.

[@siyandamakhathini5275]

Are they in Asia yet? They should be.

[@Atipat12]

COOL 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@trevorschueneman9173]

Unfortunately my pair that I just had little over two months started separating. And I don’t use them harshly

[@omb5722]

Trevor Schueneman stick with adidas or nike next time

[@r3dp1ll]

@@omb5722 same rubbish. Modern trainers are designed to last a certain amount of time.

[@omb5722]

Becoming Vincent i agree that they are designed to last a certain period but i disagree that they’re the same rubbish

[@r3dp1ll]

@@omb5722 ok tbh I've never tried the Allbirds but Nike, Adidas ... If you're an active guy, they rarely last more than 6 to 8 months. That's why now I only buy unbranded trainers / the supermarket variety

[@omb5722]

Becoming Vincent i tried the no brand ones , very uncomfortable and also create a bad smell . But yeah famous brands last a year tops if you are active . It helps if you pick the right shoe though , like you can’t be playing soccer in training shoes

[@christianm5032]

They look good but i cant wear them as I need support in my shoes and that shoe is basically a sock

[@tristanmoller9498]

How can I get a pair if I live in Germany? I have been looking at simplistic shoes for a long time now and not really have found any. The guy summarized it for me, I’m looking for something without a brand, stylish and with a simple design. I can see how many people like nike’s new designs but they just don’t speak to me... personally it’s too much going on for me which also makes it difficult to combinate them with my wear. My shoes should stand out but shouldn’t be the highlight of my outfit is what I feel like. You won’t believe how long I went around in shoe stores to find anything like what I see here. Man if I could just get my hand on the standard pair, that would be amazing

[@daan7783]

Have you tried Clarks Desert Boots or any Chelsea Boots? They look great with most outfits and have a simple disign without any flashy logos. Same goes for Dr. Martens boots

[@tristanmoller9498]

@@daan7783 those look nice but I was looking for sneakers. Comfort for the win Thanks though

[@AshutoshMukherjee7]

Amazing and inspiring

[@swampy1234]

You're easily pleased

[@canuck21]

Never heard of these shoes.

[@alfredoalcantar8691]

But are they for running and football basketball

[@Plangtun]

This is not How, this is What.

[@johnr.302]

I'm sticking to my sketchers.

[@deadphoenix100]

The best

[@SteashEdits]

These more comfortable than Adidas Ultra Boosts?

[@tfries72]

No BUT they cost almost a hundred less. Really good durable material will last a LONG time

[@Omar96valles]

I think they're more comfortable and I have both and yes you can buy 2 pair of allbirds for the same price of 1 ultraboosts

[@linkstale]

Not more comfortable but cheaper

[@lightxgrenade]

I also have both. I wouldn't recommend the All Birds for running, even if they have a line called "Wool Runners" and "Tree Runners" but I think they're more comfortable. Put it this way: I went to Disney for a week with my gf, 8+ hours in the parks for 5 days. I brought 2 pairs of ultra boosts and one pair of the Tree Skippers. I wore the boost day 1, wore my Tree Skippers the other 6. It's the perfect walking shoe. If you're doing exercise, I think Ultra Boosts are the way to go without a doubt.

[@VaydaladaVodalada]

Absolutely not, not even close. It's ridiculous people even compare them. Saving money on shoes is simply not worth given up comfort.

[@PCLA7]

Great Shoes - Poor Customer Service - Hope They Can Improve - Service Is Everything For The Long Haul ...........................................

[@sammyhamawi5940]

The rock lived in New Zealand for awhile

[@rogerflores2145]

Screaming and whispering, it also depends on timing or new outlook.

[@pierrebeaudoin8078]

still not available in mainland europe :(

[@jesset3395]

They should start selling it in Europe and rest of world instead just Us markets....

[@valven8087]

Jesse This.

[@brosnan]

they have always shipped worldwide...............

[@jesset3395]

@@brosnan nope they won't ship to Europe

[@brosnan]

@@jesset3395 They ship to AUS, but not Europe :|

[@jesset3395]

@@brosnan Worldwide means all around the world... Australia aint worldwide -_-