Success the LOVEFiLM Way: How to Grow A Fast Growth Business in Fast Changing Times - Softcover

Calver, Simon

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0857083694 ISBN 13: 9780857083692

Publisher: Capstone, 2013

Synopsis

As you might expect from a company responsible for renting so many thrillers, there’s rarely a dull moment at LOVEFiLM. 

From start-up, through mergers and fast paced growth, culminating in a takeover by an internet giant, few corporate adventures encapsulate the archetypal modern business story as neatly as that of LOVEFiLM.   In the 6 years from inception to the defining deal with Amazon, the company underwent a near constant process of change and evolution. They simply didn’t sit still for a minute.

As the chief executive who guided LOVEFiLM through these fast-paced times, Simon Calver tells the story of how they grew the company from a series of small start-ups into a multi-million pound enterprise and well-love household name.  Calver offers his personal insights and key lessons on everything from how to manage spectacular growth, to the importance of taking big risks and how small entrepreneurial companies can benefit from big companies thinking.

Success the LOVEFiLM Way is an essential read for anybody who wants to start and grow a successful business, and learn how to stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing and growing industry.

About this title

About the Author

Simon Calver was CEO of LOVEFiLM, the online DVD and Digital Entertainment company from 2005 to 2012 when it was sold to Amazon Inc.

He previously worked with Unilever in brand, marketing and key account roles and PepsiCo where he was Vice President in charge of the UK business launching Pepsi Max, Pepsi Blue and the development of the Pepsi Music activity. With PepsiCo he was also VP Sales Operations managing worldwide franchise partners and best practices selling and operational skills globally, specializing in developing and emerging markets.

After Pepsi he was GM and VP for Dell Home and Small business operations based in Ireland and also COO and President of Riverdeep Inc., the interactive digital education company where he led the turnaround after a management buyout.

In April 2012 he became Chief Executive of Mothercare plc the global mother and baby retailer.

He has led businesses in London, New York, Dublin, San Francisco and currently lives in West London with Cathy and their son Monty and their new arrival Nieve.

From the Back Cover

Lights, Camera…And Business Action

As you might expect from a company responsible for renting so many thrillers, there’s rarely a dull moment at LOVEFiLM.

From start-up, through mergers and fast-paced growth, culminating in an acquisition by an internet giant, few corporate adventures encapsulate the archetypal modern business story as neatly as that of LOVEFiLM. In the years from inception to the defining deal with Amazon, the company underwent a near constant process of change and evolution. They simply didn’t sit still for a minute.

As the chief executive who guided LOVEFiLM through these fast-paced times, Simon Calver tells the story of how they grew the company from a series of small start-ups into a multi-million pound enterprise and well-loved household name. Calver offers his personal insights and key lessons on everything from how to manage spectacular growth, to the importance of taking big risks and how small entrepreneurial companies can benefit from big company thinking and vice versa.

Success the LOVEFiLM Way is an essential read for anyone who wants to start and grow a successful business or just learn how to stay ahead of the curve in rapidly changing times.

“The LOVEFiLM story shows the importance of the relentless focus of taking customers, stakeholders and employees with you on your journey.”
Jo Causon, CEO, Institute of Customer Service

“A great read. It shows the power of leadership to create an exceptional company.”
Julie Meyer, Managing Partner, ACE Fund

“The classic modern business story.”
Alex Mitchell, Head of Influencer Relations, IoD

From the Inside Flap

Lights, Camera…And Business Action

As you might expect from a company responsible for renting so many thrillers, there’s rarely a dull moment at LOVEFiLM.

From start-up, through mergers and fast-paced growth, culminating in an acquisition by an internet giant, few corporate adventures encapsulate the archetypal modern business story as neatly as that of LOVEFiLM. In the years from inception to the defining deal with Amazon, the company underwent a near constant process of change and evolution. They simply didn’t sit still for a minute.

As the chief executive who guided LOVEFiLM through these fast-paced times, Simon Calver tells the story of how they grew the company from a series of small start-ups into a multi-million pound enterprise and well-loved household name. Calver offers his personal insights and key lessons on everything from how to manage spectacular growth, to the importance of taking big risks and how small entrepreneurial companies can benefit from big company thinking and vice versa.

Success the LOVEFiLM Way is an essential read for anyone who wants to start and grow a successful business or just learn how to stay ahead of the curve in rapidly changing times.

“The LOVEFiLM story shows the importance of the relentless focus of taking customers, stakeholders and employees with you on your journey.”
Jo Causon, CEO, Institute of Customer Service

“A great read. It shows the power of leadership to create an exceptional company.”
Julie Meyer, Managing Partner, ACE Fund

“The classic modern business story.”
Alex Mitchell, Head of Influencer Relations, IoD  

Edition details

• Publisher: Capstone
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0857083694
• ISBN 13: 9780857083692
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 224