Henrik Johansson | What Great Leaders Know About Building Companies That Endure

What does it take to build a brand that stands out and a company that lasts?

In this episode of the Entrepreneurial CEO Podcast, Henrik Johansson, co-founder of Gembah, shares his journey from growing up in Sweden to leading companies that are redefining product creation and branding. Henrik explores what it means to be a visionary entrepreneur, why bold ideas matter, how culture drives performance, and why the best leaders always bet on people. He also reflects on lessons learned from scaling fast, overcoming setbacks, and building businesses grounded in purpose and passion.

In this episode, Andrew and Hendrik will discuss:
(00:00) Introduction to Gembah and Henrik Johansson
(02:45) The Journey of Entrepreneurship
(05:14) Navigating Product Development Challenges
(08:03) Impact of Tariffs on Business
(10:36) Leadership in Uncertain Times
(13:39) Building a Tech-Enabled Marketplace
(16:35) The Role of AI in Business
(19:17) Scaling and Quality Control
(22:08) Adapting to Market Changes
(24:49) Data-Driven Decision Making
(27:32) Future Directions for Gembah

Henrik Johansson is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of Gembah, a platform that empowers creators and companies to bring innovative products to life through end-to-end design, sourcing, and manufacturing solutions. Before launching Gembah, he served as CEO of Boundless, helping brands scale through creative merchandise and technology. Originally from Sweden, Henrik has built a career at the intersection of technology, branding, and global product development—driven by a passion for helping entrepreneurs turn ideas into reality.

Connect with Henrik:
Website: https://gembah.com/
LinkedIn:   / hjohansson  
Email: [email protected]

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