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Dec. 2, 2024

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Entrepreneur on Business and Divorce

Brenden Marquardt knows the effect of entrepreneurship on a marriage. He’s the co-owner of Lori Beds, a direct-to-consumer seller of Murphy beds, those that fold into a wall, and the now-divorced father of two children in grade school.

Unlike most divorced entrepreneurs, Marquardt chooses to publicly share his experience in the hopes of helping others.

He did that recently in our conversation, his second on the podcast. Our entire audio is embedded below. The transcript is edited for length and clarity.

Eric Bandholz: Give us a rundown of who you are.

Brenden Marquardt: I co-own Lori Beds with my brother, Kyle. We sell Murphy beds, which fold up against the wall, allowing alternative uses for the space. It’s a niche product, but it’s gaining popularity.

I’ve been running this business for almost 10 years. We bought the company from the woman who designed the first model. We kept her name, Lori. She’s no longer involved with the business.

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"Avoid overworking at the expense of family and personal relationships. Set boundaries to maintain a healthy work-life balance and prevent strain on both fronts." - Brenden Marquardt, CEO, Lori Beds

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