July 15, 2025

#64 - The Brand Genius Behind Gymshark - Noel Mack

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In this episode, I sit down with Noel Mack, the Chief Brand Officer at Gymshark, to understand what it takes to build one of the UK’s biggest brands.


Noel offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how Gymshark has evolved from a scrappy e-commerce startup into a global powerhouse, with physical stores, millions of loyal customers, and a brand identity built on community, authenticity, and relentless ambition.


We explore what it really means to be a Chief Brand Officer, and how Noel’s role is rooted in creating emotional connection, building culture, and obsessing over the customer journey.


Noel also opens up about his unconventional path to the role, his drive to keep growing, and how staying humble and hungry fuels his success. This conversation is just as much about mindset as it is about marketing.


00:34 Defining the Chief Brand Officer Role

01:06 Emotional Connection and Customer Experience

02:18 Community Engagement and Product Development

06:53 The Journey to Gymshark

09:07 Maintaining Core Values

11:47 Customer Obsession and Feedback

19:41 Personal Reflections and Career Path

30:01 Humble Beginnings

31:27 Gym Shark's Work Ethic

34:03 Expanding to Physical Stores

41:09 Ambition and Personal Drive

44:10 Balancing Ambition and Overcommitment

48:42 Future Goals and Personal Ambitions

54:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


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