Business

Meet Sasha Karabut & Fletcher Ladd, two self-made entrepreneurs making waves in the eCommerce world with Ecom Capital

Published

4 years ago

March 1, 2021

Together they own Ecom Capital, a business that is focused on helping people start, grow and invest in eCommerce businesses.

It is always surreal to learn about all those people who have shown what it really takes to make it big in the business world. Most have gone ahead and created a unique space for themselves by offering something ‘different’ in their industries. The world of eCommerce has been one which has been on the rise. Two names that have been making a lot of buzz in the eCommerce space are Sasha Karabut and Fletcher Ladd. They have built Ecom Capital, a business that aims to change people’s lives by helping them start and grow their own eCommerce businesses.

Sasha Karabut was raised in a small country town of Laidley QLD and belonged to an immigrant family with a very humble background. Falling into the wrong crowd had made the youngster even homeless and saw many other struggles. However, with the ‘nothing to lose mentality’, he kept moving and dived into a completely foreign industry with no experience or knowledge with a ‘do or die’ approach that turned his first business (an automotive repair business) into a 7 figure venture within 18 months. Since then, Sasha built his coaching and mentoring business to over 7 figures and now, more recently, with the technical genius of Fletcher Ladd, co-founded Ecom Capital which builds, develops and invests in eCommerce businesses internationally.

On the other hand, Fletcher Ladd is a 21-year-old entrepreneur who hails from the Gold Coast in Australia. With Ecom Capital, both the young entrepreneurs decided to change people’s lives with their businesses, which help people start, grow & invest in eCommerce businesses. They are a full-service, global leading eCommerce firm helping people start successful e-commerce stores in 90 days and in addition, help investors add profitable stores to their portfolio and also grow their own exclusive network of subsidiaries.

Ecom Capital is the synergy of talents and energy of both these skilled beings that lead a team nationally and internationally, hiring and recruiting people, bringing out the best in people in the team to achieve maximum performance for their clients overall. Talking about when did they find the right idea and how did they capitalize on it, Sasha says he understood early the infinite scale of the landscape and the ability to reach all types of people any time of the day, independent of locality or time zone with eCommerce. Also, because of the pandemic, Sasha and Fletcher both knew that people would be looking to start businesses online. For them, everything lined up, the years of experience in other businesses, coaching and leadership of people and teams and above all else, fast action based on an idea.

Ask them what is unique about Ecom Capital, and both the founders explain that creating a model that allows clients to be supported, they created a hands on learning and support system that has the critical steps covered in such detail so that the client has all the tools as well as the support required to succeed. Fletcher adds that the main three divisions at Ecom Capital, Start, Grow & Invest, all follow the same structure of support and mentorship. We recognised early that training and development is an ongoing process, and investing in our clients and our staff to deliver the best is one of the best investments we have ever made. On the start side, they help people start eCommerce stores by building a store for them and coaching them to sales within 90 days. On the grow side they work with businesses that are generating 30,000 P/M in sales. Finally they help accredited investors in existing eCommerce stores that have been running for a minimum of 2 years, or they show massive growth potential.

Ecom Capital is today one of the fastest-growing companies in Australia. It has grown from a team of 2 to over 100+ people in-house, with offshore talent from the likes of Walmart, Amazon, eBay, Nike, Apple & Shopify. To know more, visit the website, https://www.ecomcapital.com/ and follow Sasha and Fletcher on Instagram @sasha_karabut & @fletcherladd.

Business

Private Listings by Harold X. Clarke: A New Approach to Fine Real Estate

Published

1 week ago

December 16, 2024

Matthew Wiles

Photo credit: Private Listings by Harold X. Clarke.

Byline: Andi Stark

Private Listings by Harold X. Clarke, a real estate platform operating across Hawaii, is rewriting how properties are bought and sold in the region. Unlike larger firms reliant on public listings and mass marketing, Private Listings’ strategy prioritizes personalization, privacy, and meticulous curation of ultra-high-end, off-market properties, including oceanfront estates, gated community residences, and architectural masterpieces.

Harold Clarke, founder of Private Listings, describes their method as one that rejects “cookie-cutter solutions in favor of understanding the nuances of both buyers and sellers.” This approach has resonated with ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs) seeking refined and discreet real estate transactions.

The Hawaiian real estate market remains a hub for global investors, with the median price for a single-family home in the state reaching $900,000 in 2024, according to the Hawaii Association of Realtors. Within this competitive landscape, Private Listings is building up to be a trusted name for properties that extend beyond luxury into generational investments.

Challenging the Industry Norms

Private Listings deliberately avoids the conventions of large-scale real estate firms. By focusing on fewer, higher-value properties, the company ensures that each transaction is treated with the same level of care and confidentiality.

Public listing platforms, while effective for broader markets, often expose sellers to unnecessary attention or unqualified inquiries. For Clarke, this model is misaligned with the needs of UHNWIs. “Privacy isn’t a luxury for our clients—it’s a necessity,” Clarke explains.

This philosophy has led Private Listings to handle some of Hawaii’s most significant real estate transactions, including off-market properties valued at over $40 million. Its success is not measured by the volume of listings but by the depth of trust built with clients, many of whom return for subsequent transactions.

Adapting to Changing Client Demands

While Private Listings maintains a foundation of traditional practices, the firm also recognizes the evolving needs of its clientele. The global real estate market is increasingly influenced by concerns over digital security, with a 15% rise in data breaches targeting high-net-worth individuals in the past three years, according to cybersecurity firm NortonLifeLock.

To address these risks, Private Listings employs rigorous screening for potential buyers and uses secure platforms for communication and transactions. The firm’s “by invitation only” model ensures that clients remain protected from the pitfalls of public exposure. Clarke notes, “Our goal is not just to sell homes but to create an environment where clients feel safe and confident during every step of the process.”

The Human Element in Real Estate Transactions

Despite advancements in technology, Private Listings firmly believes that real estate transactions cannot be reduced to algorithms or automation. Unlike firms that depend heavily on online data aggregation, Private Listings emphasizes human connection and insight.

The company’s sales strategy integrates personalized client interactions, in-depth market analysis, and years of experience navigating Hawaii’s unique real estate ecosystem. Clarke’s background in managing family assets and his global perspective is significant in shaping this essence.

Future Directions for Private Listings by Harold X. Clarke

As Hawaii continues to attract global attention, Private Listings aims to expand its influence within the state while maintaining its core principles. The company is currently developing a new platform to streamline services for UHNWIs, blending their demand for discretion with seamless access to Hawaii’s finest off-market properties.

Additionally, Private Listings is strengthening its ties with local communities, recognizing that sustainable growth benefits both the company and the islands’ ecosystems.

Private Listings by Harold X. Clarke has set itself apart in Hawaii’s real estate scene by moving away from the typical mass-market approach. Through a mix of traditional values and modern sensibilities, the firm continues to define what it means to transact ultra-high-value properties with integrity and care.