Stone Canyon Advisors

06/23/2026

What’s the best way to get experienced guidance while building a business?

Josh Donnelly and Joe Curtis discuss the role of advisory boards, CEO peer groups, and executive teams in helping business owners make better decisions, solve problems faster, and avoid costly mistakes. They explore why surrounding yourself with people who have "been there, done that" can be one of the biggest advantages when scaling a company and preparing for future growth or an eventual exit.

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What’s the best way to get experienced guidance while building a bu...

06/23/2026

"I wanted to create a generational brand."

That vision shaped every decision Chase Fisher made while building Blenders Eyewear.

Not a business built for a quick exit.

Not a company designed around short-term trends.

A brand with staying power. A brand people would remember. A brand capable of lasting beyond the founder.

Building something meaningful requires a different mindset. It means thinking beyond quarterly results and focusing on creating value that endures.

In this episode of Acquirable, Chase shares how that vision guided the journey from a $2,000 startup to a $90 million acquisition.

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06/21/2026

As acquisition offers and investor interest began to emerge, a deeper question surfaced: what was the business truly meant to become? 🤔📈 After years of consistent growth, the focus shifted from simply operating a successful company to evaluating its long-term legacy. Inspired by the rise of fast-growing direct-to-consumer brands, the decision came down to two paths: build a business around personal lifestyle goals or make bold strategic moves to create something that could endure for generations. 🚀🏆 The insight is one many founders eventually face. Sustainable growth is not just about increasing revenue. It is about deciding whether you're building a business that serves your life today or a brand that can outlast you tomorrow. 🌟🏛️

🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube: bit.ly/ChaseFisherYT
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06/19/2026

When COVID-19 brought the world to a standstill, sales fell by 50% almost overnight, forcing difficult decisions and an immediate halt to production. 🌎📉 With uncertainty everywhere, growth plans were put on hold and survival became the priority. Yet as stimulus programs and unemployment benefits entered the economy, consumer spending rebounded in a way few expected. 💵🚀 Sales surged, transforming a period of fear into one of rapid growth. The experience underscores a powerful lesson in business: external forces can change markets overnight, making adaptability, resilience, and readiness to respond essential for long-term success. 📊⚡

🎙️ Chase Fisher | Founder, Blenders Eyewear

🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube: bit.ly/ChaseFisherYT
🎙️ Listen on Spotify: bit.ly/ChaseFisherSP

Thinking about growing, scaling, or eventually exiting your business? Discover what makes a company truly acquirable and schedule a conversation with our team: bit.ly/AcquirableCallScheduler

06/17/2026

"All my self-worth was tied up in this business."

That realization hit Chase Fisher when Blenders Eyewear was facing a $5 million lawsuit.

For many founders, a business starts as a company. Over time, it becomes a reflection of years of sacrifice, risk, and personal identity.

When that happens, every challenge feels bigger than the balance sheet.

In this episode of Acquirable, Chase shares a candid look at the emotional side of entrepreneurship, the pressure of leadership, and what it took to separate his identity from the business he built.

Sometimes the hardest part of building a business isn't growing it, it's learning not to let it define your worth.

🎙️ Chase Fisher | Founder, Blenders Eyewear

🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube: bit.ly/ChaseFisherYT
🎙️ Listen on Spotify: bit.ly/ChaseFisherSP

Thinking about growing, scaling, or eventually exiting your business? Discover what makes a company truly acquirable and schedule a conversation with our team: bit.ly/AcquirableCallScheduler

06/17/2026

⚖️ When a $5 Million Lawsuit Forces You to Rethink Everything

A $5 million class action lawsuit can feel like an existential threat, especially when personal identity becomes intertwined with business success. ⚖️💭 What began as a shocking legal battle became a turning point in reassessing self-worth, purpose, and long-term vision. Faced with the possibility of losing everything, the focus shifted from survival to reflection, uncovering a deeper question many entrepreneurs eventually face: Is the business simply a source of success, or is it being built to create a lasting legacy? 🚀🏛️ The experience highlights the importance of separating personal value from company performance and staying connected to the original mission behind the journey.

🎧 Want the full story behind the lawsuit, the lessons learned, and the mindset shift that followed? Watch the full episode here: bit.ly/ChaseFisherYT

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06/16/2026

A $2,000 loan.

A $5 million lawsuit.

A pandemic that cut sales in half overnight.

And ultimately, a $90 million exit.

In this episode of Acquirable, Chase Fisher shares the unfiltered story behind building Blenders Eyewear, from selling sunglasses out of a backpack in San Diego to creating one of the most recognizable eyewear brands in the country.

This is not a story about overnight success.

It is a story about resilience, risk, perseverance, and betting on yourself when nobody else will.

Watch the official trailer for a glimpse into the highs, lows, and defining moments that shaped the journey.

The full episode drops June 16. Subscribe using the link below and be among the first to watch the complete conversation. 🚀🎙️👇
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🎙️ Chase Fisher | Founder, Blenders Eyewear

06/15/2026

Everyone sees the $90M exit.

Few see the years of selling sunglasses from a backpack, getting rejected, running out of money, and questioning whether to keep going.

In this conversation with Chase Fisher, founder of Blenders Eyewear, one message stood out: success wasn't built on one breakthrough moment—it was built through thousands of small decisions, relentless persistence, and the willingness to keep moving when quitting seemed easier.

5 lessons from building Blenders:
• Start before you're ready
• Persistence beats talent over time
• Master one thing before expanding
• Bold brands earn attention
• Bet on yourself when nobody else will

Entrepreneurship isn't about avoiding failure. It's about enduring it long enough to learn from it.

Which lesson resonates most with you?

Don't miss the full conversation with Chase Fisher when Season 2, Episode 2 drops on June 16. Subscribe using the link below and be among the first to watch. 🚀🎙️👇
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06/15/2026

Sometimes the most effective marketing strategies are the simplest. 🚀🕶️ By handing out free sunglasses to local photographers and creators in exchange for photos, a powerful brand identity began to take shape around the lifestyle and energy of San Diego. 🌴📸 The authentic content created through these grassroots relationships helped attract followers, build community, and establish a recognizable visual presence long before large marketing budgets existed. As that audience grew, it became the foundation for an e-commerce engine that transformed engagement into customers. 📈💡 Along the way, an important lesson emerged: even strong brands must adapt to market realities, including the seasonal challenges that can impact demand. The journey showcases the power of creativity, community, and resourcefulness in building a brand that people genuinely want to be part of. 🔥🌊

How do you build a recognizable brand without a big marketing budget? Chase Fisher shares the unconventional strategies, hard-earned lessons, and growth decisions that helped turn Blenders Eyewear into a household name. Don't miss Season 2, Episode 2, dropping June 16. Subscribe using the link below and be among the first to watch. 🎙️👇
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06/14/2026

Not every setback is a failure. Sometimes it's expensive market research. 📉💡 After generating early sales success, the team invested everything into a major trade show, expecting it to unlock new growth opportunities. Instead, the event produced no meaningful sales, drained valuable resources, and exposed the challenges of pursuing a costly wholesale strategy. 🚧💸 While the experience felt like a major setback at the time, it provided a critical lesson about where the business should focus its energy. The disappointment ultimately led to a clearer path forward, doubling down on Instagram, e-commerce, and direct customer relationships that would fuel future growth. 🚀📱

The trade show failed, but the lesson changed everything. Discover how one costly mistake helped shape the growth strategy behind Blenders Eyewear in Season 2, Episode 2 featuring Chase Fisher, dropping June 16. Subscribe using the link below and be among the first to watch. 🎙️👇
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