Christian Stibbe

Serial entrepreneur and operator with a track record of identifying emerging market opportunities, building scalable business models, and leading cross-functional teams across digital media, international production, retail operations, and consumer packaged goods. Experienced in launching and scaling multi-location businesses, managing large production budgets and global teams, executing strategic partnerships, and leading successful exits. Combines creative vision with disciplined operational execution and P&L accountability.

Founder & Operator at Juice Stars (2016-01 – 2026-12)

Founded and scaled a fresh juice and smoothie brand from high-traffic Las Vegas Strip locations into a multi-state retail and grocery operation across five western states, reaching 18 locations at peak. Expanded into bottled juice CPG distribution through grocery channels. Led a multi-layered organization including store teams, and corporate office staff. Directed full P&L responsibility, multi-unit operations, real estate negotiations, supply chain management, and growth strategy.

Founder & Executive Producer at NINE STREETS (2003-01 – 2023-12)

Founded and led an international production and marketing company specializing in animation and digital content for television, film, and commercial clients. Produced and co-produced multiple global projects, broadcast in 30+ countries.

• Expanded the company's media and digital capabilities through the acquisition and integration of LA2DAY.com, a Los Angeles–based digital lifestyle publication offering a behind-the-scenes perspective on the city's creative community. Under prior leadership, LA2DAY ranked as the #1 online Los Angeles lifestyle magazine in 2008–2009 (Google).
• Integrated Online City Media, Inc., a boutique digital marketing and SEO agency providing content strategy, production, and performance marketing services for internal brands and third-party clients.
• Led creative direction, production financing, international licensing, digital publishing strategy, and operational oversight — aligning content development with commercial growth across entertainment and digital media platforms.

Founder & Operator at autorati.com (1998-01 – 2002-12)

Founded one of the UK's early online automotive sales platforms, pioneering a build-to-order, factory-direct vehicle sourcing model during the rise of internet commerce. Established strategic partnerships with manufacturers and dealer networks, introducing pricing transparency and a streamlined digital purchasing process in a traditionally offline industry. Scaled the business, while leading all commercial strategy, supplier negotiations, digital marketing, and operational execution.

Formed marketing partnerships including with lastminute.com and secured national UK media coverage. Successfully positioned the company for third-party acquisition in 2002.

Co-Founder at ROOTS (1996-01 – 1998-12)

Founded an all-natural beauty and wellness salon concept focused on clean, plant-based products. Achieved profitability within two years and executed a successful sale of the business.

Associate's Degree in Small Business – University of Applied Sciences Hogeschool Holland Haarlem (1994-01 – 1996-12)

European Baccalaureate in multilingual international curriculum – European School (Schola Europaea) (1985-01 – 1993-12)