Greg Segall’s Post

Alyce has been acquired. As I reflect on this incredible 8-year voyage, my heart overflows with love and gratitude. Alyce was more than a company; it was a living, breathing community where every heartbeat contributed to the melody of our mission. It was about turning moments into memories, gifts into gestures of connection. A place where '9-to-5' felt more like 'thrive-to-five.' I'm forever grateful to every one of the many hundreds of employees (Charmers!) who infused Alyce with their unique brilliance. Together, you didn't just build a company; you crafted a legacy, weaving the unique Alyce culture into the fabric of our collective journey. Thank you! 🙏 Of all the Charmers, a special callout goes to Tori — who was my steadfast rock from our first days dreaming big dreams in the back of a bike shop through to the final moment of the acquisition. Your unwavering dedication trust and resilience have been the backbone of this adventure. Words will never be able to capture how grateful I am for you. ❤️ Caroline and Gianfranco — you've been pivotal from our humble beginnings to this significant new chapter. Embracing our vision early on, your journey and growth within Alyce have inspired immense appreciation and pride. Your commitment and evolution are true reflections of the passion and spirit you've invested in our shared journey, and for that, my thankfulness knows no bounds. To Brett, who took the torch a year ago. Your leadership has not only sustained our vision but propelled us toward this remarkable milestone. Thank you for your stewardship during this pivotal chapter in Alyce's story. To all my Board Members, your unparalleled commitment and hands-on approach were rare and invaluable. Your guidance not just through the calm but also through the storms helped Alyce reach heights that were once just dots in the sky. Being on multiple other Boards now, gives me a special appreciation for you truly being there through thick and thin. Turning the page… From nurturing an idea to fundraising, and now to a successful exit, this journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. The rarity of this path is not lost on me, and I cherish every step we've taken together. I extend my deepest thanks to our early believers, investors, supporters, and of course, our cherished customers. Your faith in our vision gave wings to our aspirations and made every challenge a milestone worth crossing. As Alyce now transitions into the hands of Kris and Braydan, I feel a mix of emotions – pride, excitement, and a touch of nostalgia. I trust that in their hands, Alyce, much like our hummingbird logo, will continue to symbolize joy, resilience, and the beauty of swift, impactful connections. So here's to the journey, the memories, the people, and every heartbeat that contributed to Alyce. May this new chapter bring forth more growth, more innovation, and continue to spread the joy and love that Alyce is all about. … and it's time we do it again. 😉

I love Alyce, and now my time as its CEO has come to an end. I love the people – our past and current employees, customers, partners, advisors, investors, advocates, mentors, and coaches. *You* are what makes Alyce so incredibly special. It’s been an honor and privilege to work with you. I love what Alyce stands for. We elevated  “gifting” not just as a marketing and sales platform, but as a new mindset and approach in how to treat people: a return to how good business should be done. Alyce has… • Made millions of people’s lives and careers more meaningful with the power of a simple gift • Shown that the magic of true relationships can scale through AI and technology • Normalized a business that values the #5to9 as much as the 9-to-5 • And, given back to thousands of causes we care about collectively And the beauty of building a thriving company is watching impassioned people unite under one important mission. While my position is changing, my commitment to the mission remains strong. I’m remaining Alyce’s biggest cheerleader and will continue to be involved in the business as a Board Member, just not the day-to-day. I’m excited to watch my partner from the past year, Brett, take the reins as CEO and lead our incredibly talented and passionate team as they carry the torch forward. The future is incredibly bright. So… what’s next for me? Over the past 20+ years, I’ve had the incredible fortune of founding and scaling 3 companies. After 20+ years of go-go-go – it’s truly a great time to reset and learn. Spend more time with my daughter, wife, family, and my #5to9. Spend more time mentoring underrepresented founders. I want my next chapter to be built on the same principle of people-first and contributing meaningfully to the world. I am currently fascinated with: the new frontiers in consumer and enterprise products/tech, generative AI’s applications across every industry, e-commerce’s next iteration, consumer-style technology business, and anything fitness (...and peanut butter 😉). So, while I don't have anything lined up at the moment, I'm open to exploring new opportunities together. Thank you *all* for the past 7 years together – the relationships, friendships, support, and learning I wouldn’t trade for the world.

Today, every CEO needs to recognize the gravity and weight this Roe v Wade decision holds for many of their employees. Today, every CEO needs to take action and use their organization as a blanket of support. And… every CEO needs to fully respect each individual’s beliefs and views on the topic… but, bring deep empathy to this situation. A situation where our government has stepped in to decide what is legally right or wrong for women to do with their bodies. To decide what is right for them and their families.  My life, and family, would be completely different if that had been the case. As CEOs, it’s gravely important that we create space and flexibility to support each of our teammates during this time.  Understanding how this situation feels not only disempowering, but a major step back for women.  Many are upset, sad, and angry; we must stand with them and help take action. I’ll be honest, it’s a hard line to not bring politics into the workplace, but this does not cross that line. This is strictly about human rights, and we should *always* stand up for human rights. Support starts at the top. Reach out a hand, support, and show how much we care about one another and allow space for each to navigate this in their own way. Tomorrow, we work together on empowering action. We at Alyce are taking action: - We’ve always had donations as a part of our gifting platform and are matching all donations to related charities - Helping to cover expenses for our team that needs care - Further expanding our Mental Health days - Holding internal Zoom rooms for those needing or wanting to talk - Educating each other on other ways to help — big or small, everything from participating/joining school boards to running for office… … and much more to come. ❤️

I’ll say it. Outbound is Broken... and hated 💔. Last week, I received 243 unsolicited emails and 87 LinkedIn “pitches”. TBH - I’m beyond numb to this and it’s sad to say, my default is to opt-out. Here’s the problem… Outbound, the current way: Abuse channels and treat interactions like transactions. Drive attention at all costs. Create an army of brand detractors. It’s time to change or die… Outbound, the new (Alyce) way: Focus on individual relationships and moments. Create Outbound ❤️ by making every interaction: 🎸 Personal - (#5to9 -> connect with a person, AS a person emotionally) 🎯 Relevant - (9-to-5 -> deliver value directly related to their role with context) 💝 Thoughtful - (Allow choice, end-to-end experience, and respect privacy) We started out with the goal of making corporate gifting more effective. Over the years, we’ve realized that our customers don’t just need another channel to (ab)use, they need an entirely new approach to Outbound.  That’s why we’re on a mission to deliver Outbound ❤️.  From hated 💔 to loved ❤️. What are your biggest challenges and frustrations with Outbound marketing and sales today? 👇 ✨ Link in the comments on how we at Alyce are delivering Outbound ❤️. #marketing #sales #outbound #outboundmarketing

I've said it forever... I think the word "touch" is the weirdest and creepiest way to describe marketing and sales activities. I don't know about you, but I don't want to be touched by someone I don't know. Touches are one-sided.  Better results come in our marketing and sales efforts when we create experiences that are authentic and relatable. We, at Alyce, call those experiences "moments", not touches.  Everyone talks about becoming more "human" in their marketing and sales process. Telling you to stop "touching" your prospects. But, few folks are teaching you how to do it. So we are going to change that. Our annual conference YOUniverse is on September 23rd - an event designed to teach and show you how to turn moments into business momentum. 30 top leaders in marketing and sales from Dooly, SalesLoft, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Zuora, Facebook, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, (and more) will be talking about how to create moments throughout every channel.  Also, it wouldn't be an Alyce event if we didn't have some fun for your #5to9. We'll also have funtivities like: floral arranging 💐, meditation 🧘, and cocktail making 🥃 throughout the day. Can't have the 9-to-5 without the #5to9! 👇 Register today! Link is in the comments.

👇 A poem for an event you won't want to miss... Register below for an event like no other and don't be remiss! ✨ As marketers and sellers, we have a choice To settle into methods of spray and pray The methods that take all the trust away Or do you listen and amplify your customer’s voice? Because what will really make your prospects rejoice Is for the message you’re trying to convey To be presented in the most personal way So the best way to break through the noise To capture attention and to build trust Is to be relevant and relatable and respectful To create personal moments that matter. So this year at YOUniverse what will be discussed Are the ways in which you can be helpful To create moments that close deals faster. https://lnkd.in/etC62t7 #YOUniverse2021 #momentsdrivemomentum

When I first started Alyce, I had one goal in mind: build a company that mattered. Back then as a new father, I saw a clear opportunity in front of me. I could build a company that would make the world a better place for my daughter to grow up in. Meaning, a company that prioritized people over profit, the environment over waste, diversity over homogeny, and authenticity over genericness. Starting Alyce based on these values inherently has become the accelerant for our profits and gross margin. Today, I’m thrilled to share the news that Alyce has closed a $30M Series B round. 🎉 We aren’t here to glorify the money, but instead, celebrate the amazing opportunity we have together to accomplish our vision and create an ever-growing impact on the world. 🙏 To our customers + investors: Thank you for challenging us, for your unwavering support, and for trusting us to put personal at the forefront of your business. 🙏 To our fellow Alyceans: Thank you for all of the late nights, early mornings. The happiness and the laughter. The tough problems and your brilliant solutions. Your drive and determination. It’s with great pride and honor that I get to lead a company that matters so much to so many, and continues to change the world for the better every day. ✨ #alwaysBpersonal

Our March class of employees just started. I just finished talking to them about our history, the geekiness that went into picking our name, logo, and most importantly, the impetus behind Alyce. From day 1 we aligned our values around "3 Pillars of Giving": - Giving to Others - Giving to the Planet - Giving to Those in need It literally *is* our business model and is the key attribute we require in every Alycean that joins us. We don't waver from that and embody it in everything we do... every day. So, it's truly humbling and validating that you *can* build a double-bottom line company and be recognized for it. Today Forbes named us one of America’s Best Startup Employers in 2021. 🙌 I couldn't be prouder of our team and how much we all care, support, and drive each other to new heights every day! High-growth startups don’t need to sacrifice culture for growth, and we are honored to be listed among friends and role models alike who are living proof of this. 🙏 #5to9 #startups #culture

It's tough to see so many of my friends, family, and employees suffer in the cold with no power. If you're like me and looking for a way to help, there are 4 American Red Cross chapters in need of your support to get supplies to families trying to stay warm: 👉 American Red Cross Central and South Texas Region 👉 American Red Cross North Texas Region 👉 American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast Region 👉 American Red Cross Fort Hood To help you help others, Alyce wants to enable you to pay it forward. We will donate to one of the four Red Cross chapters (your choice!) to support someone you care about. ✅ All you need to do is tag the person you want to send support to in the comments below and we'll take care of the rest. ✅ No ask. No catch. Just a little warmth for your friends and family in need. "Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." – Helen Keller

I overheard my wife and 4-year old daughter talking this weekend… My wife said to her: “Kamala has opened a door for women that can never be closed.” My daughter paused for a few seconds… Then she asked: “What did the door look like?” My wife without hesitation: “It was glass and was blasted!” This has nothing to do with politics, it has to do with progress towards equality. Those who know me know that I’m on a mission: A mission to make sure my daughter has every equal opportunity I have had (and more) as she grows up. Every human - woman, man, and child - should have the same opportunity as every other to fulfill their potential. Everyone wants this for their closest family. And, we are all in the same family. It was amazing seeing all the little girls around the world this weekend - black, Asian, brown, white - all filled with pride. Pride that we’ve helped women take another step toward equality. We still have a long way to go, so let’s keep blasting glass doors every day. Together. #leadership #equalopportunity