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John Wise
Cofounder and COO at Lovepop
John Wise is the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and co-founder of Lovepop, a company renowned for its intricate, laser-cut greeting cards. He graduated from the Webb Institute with a degree in naval architecture and marine engineering, which laid the foundation for his early career in shipbuilding. Wise worked at Metal Shark Boats, where he designed patrol boats for the U.S. Coast Guard and Navy, including the 28-foot Coast Guard RB-S model.14
In 2014, he co-founded Lovepop with his friend Wombi Rose, leveraging their shared background in naval architecture to innovate within the greeting card industry. Their unique direct-to-consumer model and creative designs have significantly impacted how people experience greeting cards.24 Wise's experience at Harvard Business School further enhanced his business acumen, allowing him to apply his technical skills in a corporate setting effectively.1
Under his leadership, Lovepop has achieved notable milestones, including reaching over 50 million products sold, reflecting its growing popularity and market presence.3
