EP#68: Helena Stamou, Co-Founder of Swaplanet

Published on November 29, 2023

Disclaimer: This episode was recorded on 22/7/2023, and since then, there have been changes in the Swaplanet team. Please note that Helena Stamou, who was part of the company during the interview, is no longer with Swaplanet. While the information shared during the episode was accurate at the time of recording, there may have been developments or changes in the company since then. We recommend checking Swaplanet’s official channels for the latest updates. Thank you for your understanding.

It’s more apparent than ever that circular fashion is a trend that is here to stay! 

Helena Stamou co-founded Swaplanet, the first-ever circular online fashion platform for kids’ clothing and books in Greece. Swaplanet is here to help families reduce their environmental footprints, instill lifelong positive habits in their children, and access affordable, high-quality clothing.   

ℹ️ Helena is a dynamic and accomplished individual whose journey has been marked by a passion for innovation, communication, and positive impact. 

As a co-founder of Swaplanet, she is a visionary leader with impactful contributions. She pioneered youth entrepreneurship through BusinessCool, excelled in global communication at Nostus, and radiates affection for children. 

Rooted in Greece, her journey showcases commitment to knowledge, adventure, and global betterment.

Timestamps

    00:00 Intro

    01:18 Background

    03:03 What is Swaplanet?

    04:43 Impact 

    05:31 The beginning of Swaplanet’s journey

    06:07 Customer rotation

    07:14 How does the swap system operate?  

    09:44 Swaplanet beyond clothing

    11:06 The growing market of the second-hand industry

    12:52 Growth plans

    14:58 What is seasonality?

    16:33 Customer feedback

    20:30 Revenue streams

    24:09 Competitive advantage

    27:12 Financial goals and funding

    30:07 Investors 

    31:09 The Team

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