Ep 172: "Founder Exits; The Startup Story few tell" with Lauren Gregor

Is an “exit” always every startup founder’s dream? What do most exits look like? What happens when your dream business becomes someone else’s? In this heartfelt conversation, Rob sits down here in Los Angeles, with Lauren Greger, founder of Rent-A-Romper, to unpack the emotional rollercoaster of building—and selling—a startup. They dive into the real cost of chasing success, what it takes to walk away, and why defining your own version of success might be the most important lesson of all. Whether you're a founder, dreamer, or just curious about the startup world, this episode is a must-listen.Feel free to follow and engage with LAUREN here: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurengregor/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurengregor/ We're so grateful to you, our growing audience of entrepreneurs, investors and community leaders interested in the human stories of the Entrepreneurial Thinkers behind entrepreneurial economies worldwide. As always we hope you enjoy each episode and Like, Follow, Subscribe or share with your friends. You can find our shows here, and our new Video Podcast, at “Entrepreneurial Thinkers” channel on YouTube. Plug in, relax and enjoy inspiring, educational and empowering conversations between Rob and our guests. ¡Cheers y gracias!, Entrepreneurial Thinkers Team. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurial Thinkers 04:47 Defining Success in Transition 07:50 Navigating Startup Culture 10:57 The Reality of Fundraising 13:51 Building a Sustainable Business 16:56 The Journey of Exiting a Business 19:43 Finding Community and Support 22:53 The Process of Selling a Business 40:26 Identifying Potential Buyers 41:44 Building Relationships for Business Transition 44:51 Navigating the Sale Process 46:03 The Emotional Journey of Letting Go 48:38 The Acquisition and Its Impact 51:12 Personal Growth Through Entrepreneurship 56:26 Family Dynamics and Business Transitions 59:31 Exploring New Interests and Opportunities 01:04:39 Key Questions for Entrepreneurs Considering Change