◆ The VVS Collection · Founders Circle
A small number of early StudsDirect advocates may be offered equity at the founder's discretion. This is not a loyalty program. It's a real conversation with real customers who helped build something worth backing.
What You Get
Founders Circle members who are selected by Mark gain access to things that aren't available through a points balance.
What We're Looking For
The Founders Circle isn't for influencers looking for gifted product. It's not for people who want a discount in exchange for a post. And it's definitely not for people who've never bought anything and want to be "brand ambassadors."
Mark is looking for people who bought something, wore it, and liked it enough to tell someone else. That's the whole profile.
The characteristics that matter:
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He reads every application personally. Be honest — generic answers don't get callbacks. Expect a response in 3–5 business days.
By submitting you agree to be contacted by StudsDirect regarding your application. Your information is never sold or shared with third parties. Privacy policy.
Common Questions
The Founders Circle is a selective group of early StudsDirect advocates who go beyond purchasing — they share honest reviews, refer real buyers, and stand behind the brand publicly. At Mark's sole discretion, a small number of Founders Circle members may be offered equity in StudsDirect. This is not a loyalty program and not a guaranteed offer — it's a real conversation with real customers who helped build something.
Mark personally reviews every application. There is no algorithm, no committee, no automated scoring. If your application resonates, you'll hear directly from him. Expect 3–5 business days.
No. This is not a securities offering and nothing on this page constitutes an investment. Any equity opportunity — if extended — would be structured under applicable law, individually, at the founder's sole discretion. The application is the start of a conversation, not a contract.
No. But it helps. Mark is looking for people who genuinely align with the brand — VVS+ standards, no-middleman sourcing, direct pricing. If you haven't purchased yet, tell us why you're interested and what makes you a good fit.
Real reviews. Real referrals. Willingness to vouch publicly for what you actually experienced. Not influencer content, not paid amplification — just honest word-of-mouth from someone who bought, wore, and liked the product. If you're looking for a commission deal, this isn't it.
It's selective by design. The Founders Circle is valuable because it's small. Mark isn't trying to build a 10,000-person affiliate network. He's looking for a small number of people who will be genuinely committed advocates over the long term.
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Legal note: Applying to the Founders Circle does not constitute the purchase, grant, or issuance of any securities, equity interests, stock options, or ownership rights in StudsDirect, Venice Partners & Enterprises LLC, or any affiliated entity. Any future benefits — including any potential ownership opportunities — are entirely at the founder's sole discretion, are not guaranteed, and would be subject to applicable federal and state securities laws. Nothing on this page constitutes a securities offering. No financial benefit is promised or implied by submission of this application.