#64 John Merris: Firing Up Outdoor Brands

When it comes to putting smiles on faces, John Merris knows a thing or two about how to do that. Whether it is sitting around a campfire, kayaking on the lake, or even wearing some crazy shorts, he is building the lifestyle brand that brings family and friends together. As CEO of Solo Brands, the company that went public in the fall of 2021, John Merris shares how he became CEO of Solo Stoves, what it is like collaborating and acquiring three different brands, and how he is “creating good” through his products.