From Severance to a Global E-Commerce Success: How Corry Banks Built a Thriving Brand in Just 90 Days
Corry Banks, founder of Modbap Modular, turned a career crossroads into a global e-commerce brand, now selling in over 40 stores worldwide. Here’s how he did it—and how you can, too.
“Why wait for someone else to create your future when you can build it yourself?”
For Corry Banks, the answer to that question was crystal clear. Faced with a life-changing decision—relocate for his corporate job or take a severance package—he chose the latter. But instead of seeing it as an end, he saw it as the beginning of something extraordinary.
In just 90 days, Corry transformed his passion for music and modular synthesis into Modbap Modular, a boutique e-commerce brand specializing in electronic musical instruments. His mission? To empower beatmakers and DJs to push the boundaries of their creativity with innovative, performance-focused tools. Today, Modbap Modular’s products are available in 40+ stores globally, spanning North America, Europe, and Asia.
The “Aha” Moment That Sparked It All
Every great business starts with a spark of inspiration. For Corry, it came during preparations for a live beatmaking performance. Surrounded by bulky equipment, he thought, “Why isn’t there a compact device that fits into my Eurorack setup?”
Instead of waiting for someone else to solve the problem, he took action. A quick Instagram post sharing his idea quickly turned into a deleted post, replaced by sketches in his notebook. That moment of clarity—paired with his background in IT, electronics, and years as a beatmaker—was the foundation for Modbap Modular.
Launch Day: From Vision to Viral Success
Launching a product is one thing. Launching a product that exceeds all expectations? That’s a game-changer.
On launch day, Corry announced his first product during his weekly podcast, BeatPPL Podcast. Within hours, pre-orders started pouring in. By the end of the weekend, demand was so high that he had to revise his order with the manufacturer multiple times.
But with success came responsibility. “Am I ready to run a company?” he asked himself. The answer? Yes. Corry trusted his product, his vision, and his ability to adapt. That confidence has carried him through every challenge since.
Funding Your Dream: Corry’s Unconventional Approach
Unlike many entrepreneurs, Corry didn’t seek outside funding. Instead, he used his severance package to invest in himself. Over the next 90 days, he focused on three key areas:
Developing his first product
Building a clear brand identity
Creating a pitch deck to articulate his vision
His advice for aspiring e-commerce entrepreneurs? “You don’t need everything to be perfect to get started. Forget the rabbit hole of over-preparing. Start with your vision, your passion, and take that first step. You’ll figure out the rest along the way.”
A Quote That Drives Success
Corry finds daily inspiration in the African proverb: “How do you eat an elephant in your path? One bite at a time.”
This simple yet powerful saying reminds him—and every entrepreneur—that no challenge is insurmountable when broken down into manageable steps. It’s a mindset that has fueled his journey from a single product idea to a global e-commerce brand.
Your Takeaway: Start Now, Perfect Later
Corry’s story is proof that you don’t need a perfect plan or endless resources to succeed. What you need is a clear vision, the courage to start, and the resilience to adapt.
So, what’s stopping you from launching your e-commerce dream? Take the first step today.
