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Who needs some fresh air?! Courtney sits downs with Entrepreneur Greg Alterman creator of Alternative Apparel and so much more. What a fine example of hard work and the American dream. An update on his beautiful relationship with Catt Sadler. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week we are talking about a rare condition, FOXG1. This syndrome is a rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorder caused by a mutation in the FOXG1 gene. FOXG1 gene is one of the first and most important genes for early brain development and when impaired, causes cognitive and physical disabilities as well as medical complexities including epilepsy. Every child born with FOXG1 syndrome is unique as FOXG1 manifests as a spectrum where symptoms and severity vary between individuals. Our patient data shows characteristics of children with FOXG1 syndrome include: nonverbal, non-ambulatory, experience seizures, feeding problems, cortical vision impairment, movement disorders, and developmental delays. Less-severely-affected FOXG1 children often present with (ASD) Autism Spectrum Disorder as FOXG1 is an autism related gene. FOXG1 syndrome is found equally among both females and males and is geographically more prevalent where diagnostic testing is more advanced. (credits: The FoxG1 Foundation) Our guest is a mother to a child with FoxG1, Ilissa Reich. Ilissa is a former fashion executive who transformed her career into being a fierce advocate for families of children with special needs. When her now-3-year-old son, Eli, was diagnosed with FOXG1 Syndrome, a rare brain disorder with no cure, she spun into action and co-founded Believe in a Cure (webelieveinacure.org), a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation working to develop a treatment for FOXG1. Founded in 2019, Believe has raised millions of dollars and funded over 40 research and development projects around the world. long the way, the foundation has partnered with preeminent institutions ranging from the National Institutes of Health to Harvard, MIT, and Tel Aviv University, to biotechnology companies in Europe, Asia, and the United States. Renowned scientists from industry and academia serve on the scientific advisory board of the foundation, and several notable leaders serve on the foundation's lay advisory council, including former U.S. senators Joe Lieberman and Paul Kirk, the former CEO of Staples Ron Sargent, mediation czar Ken Feinberg, and many more. This journey has opened Ilissa's eyes to the experiences of countless other families who struggle each day, and despite her own anguish, Ilissa endeavored to create a platform for mothers of kids with special needs to build community and offer support. She has appeared on the Today show, in People magazine, and a host of other outlets profiling her efforts. A native Long Islander, Ilissa previously worked in fashion at notable brands Tibi, Free People, Splendid, and Alternative Apparel. She studied business in college at The George Washington University. She lives in Port Washington with her husband, Scott, and their three children. When asked: 'What has enabled you to be successful?' she responded- “I always aspire to be a good role model for my children. I want to be someone they're proud of.”
You guys loved the first episode with these two and asked for more! Well, you've got it. On a brand-new episode of It Sure is a Beautiful Day we catch up with Catt's partner Greg Alterman shortly after their one-year anniversary. Catt gets to the bottom of some of your remaining burning questions – How did Greg become this fabulous cook? What does he do for a living? He's had notable success, but what about his most painful business failure? There sure is a lot we can learn from a guy who was on the Inc 500 list as a young entrepreneur. We hear a bit about his life as the founder of Alternative Apparel and the relaunch of his juice business, Juice Served Here. THEN, things get super yummy as Greg puts Catt on the hot seat and interviews HER. The Catt v Cathy dichotomy, who does she like better? Why does she want to fuck Jack Black? What is her least favorite character trait? What makes her most anxious? Why does she refuse to share ice cream with Greg? Ha! Make sure to go to Apple Podcasts and let us know what you thought of this episode and what you'd like to see on future episodes. K18 is a biotech company that creates clinically proven, science-backed hair products. Their breakthrough leave-in molecular repair hair mask reverses damage in4 minutes on all hair types. Get stronger, softer, smoother, bouncier hair with K18. This episode is brought to you by K18. Also, make sure to take advantage of the discount for #ABD listeners from Winona Street Design. Use code CATT for for 10% off! Produced by Dear Media. Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.
Garik--the founder of Eco-Stylist--drops by to talk about all of the different ways brands engage in greenwashing (aka when they confuse us into giving them our money by offering us the illusion that they are doing something great for the planet and its people). We'll debunk the Loooooop machine, explain how greenwashing claims begin to look like hard facts, and reveal some of the surprising greenwashing culprits out there! And Garik will share his favorite truly sustainable/truly ethical brands. Find the Eco-Stylist directory here. And go give a follow on IG: @yourecostylistListeners can use code CLOTHESHORSE for 20% off any personal styling service. We have so much EXTRA CREDIT READING/VIEWING (Thanks to Garik):"Report: 60% of sustainability claims by fashion giants are greenwashing," Edie Newsroom. This is a great gateway to several studies of greenwashing and synthetic fabrics.From Eco-Stylist: We tested Everlane and they failed. Here's what happened. What Happened to Alternative Apparel?We tested Allbirds and they failed. Here's what happened.Greenwashing Alert: H&M and Billie Eilish Collaboration10 Reasons H&M (still) Sucks (video)5 Things I Hate About Zara (video)OMG WE ARE APPROACHING EPISODE 100! Share your favorite CH segment, guest, or how listening to CH has changed your habits/thinking: Call the The Clotheshorse Hotline! The phone number is 717.925.7417. Send an email: amanda@clotheshorse.world Record a voice memo on your phone/computer and email it. Or DM via instagram @clotheshorsepodcast If you want to meet other Clotheshorse listeners, join the Clotheshorsing Around facebook group.Want to support Clotheshorse *and* receive exclusive episodes, a weekly newsletter, and some swag? Then become a patron!You can also make a one-time contribution via Venmo to @crystal_visionsClotheshorse is brought to you with support from the following sustainable brands:Late to the Party, creating one of a kind statement clothing from vintage, salvaged and thrifted textiles. They hope to tap into the dreamy memories we all hold: floral curtains, a childhood dress, the wallpaper in your best friend's rec room, all while creating modern sustainable garments that you'll love wearing and have for years to come. Late to the Party is passionate about celebrating and preserving textiles, the memories they hold, and the stories they have yet to tell. Check them out on Instagram!Vino Vintage, based just outside of LA. We love the hunt of shopping secondhand because you never know what you might find! And catch us at flea markets around Southern California by following us on instagram @vino.vintage so you don't miss our next event!Gabriela Antonas is a visual Artist, an ethical trade fashion designer, but Gabriela Antonas is also a radical feminist micro-business. She's the one woman band, trying to help you understand, why slow fashion is what the earth needs. The one woman band, to help you build your brand ! She can take your fashion line from just a concept, and do your sketches, pattern making, grading, sourcing, cutting and sewing for you. Or the second option is for those who aren't trying to start a business, and who just want ethical garments! Gabriela will create custom garments for you. Her goal is to help one person, of any size, at a time, including beyond size 40. For inquiries about this serendipitous intersectional offering of either concept DM her on Instagram to book a consultation. Please follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and Clubhouse at @gabrielaantonasDylan Paige is an online clothing and lifestyle brand based out of St. Louis, MO. Our products are chosen with intention for the conscious community. Everything we carry is animal friendly, ethically made, sustainably sourced, and cruelty free. Dylan Paige is for those who never stop questioning where something comes from. We know that personal experience dictates what's sustainable for you, and we are here to help guide and support you to make choices that fit your needs. Check us out at dylanpaige.com and find us on instagram @dylanpaigelifeandstyleLocated in Whistler, Canada, Velvet Underground is a "velvet jungle" full of vintage and second-hand clothes, plants, a vegan cafe and lots of rad products from other small sustainable businesses. Our mission is to create a brand and community dedicated to promoting self-expression, as well as educating and inspiring a more sustainable and conscious lifestyle both for the people and the planet.Find us on Instagram @shop_velvetunderground or online at www.shopvelvetunderground.comBlank Cass, or Blanket Coats by Cass, is focused on restoring, renewing, and reviving the history held within vintage and heirloom textiles. By embodying and transferring the love, craft, and energy that is original to each vintage textile into a new garment, I hope we can reteach ourselves to care for and mend what we have and make it last. Blank Cass lives on Instagram @blank_cass and a website will be launched soon at blankcass.com.Caren Kinne Studio: Located in Western Massachusetts, Caren specializes in handcrafted earrings from found, upcycled, and repurposed fabrics as well as other eco-friendly curios, all with a hint of nostalgia, a dollop of whimsy, a dash of color and 100% fun. Caren is an artist/designer who believes the materials we use matter. See more on Instagram @carenkinnestudioSt. Evens is an NYC-based vintage shop that is dedicated to bringing you those special pieces you'll reach for again and again. More than just a store, St. Evens is dedicated to sharing the stories and history behind the garments. 10% of all sales are donated to a different charitable organization each month. For the month of August, St. Evens is supporting the Women's Prison Association, empowering women to redefine their lives in the face of injustice and incarceration. New vintage is released every Thursday at wearStEvens.com, with previews of new pieces and more brought to you on Instagram at @wear_st.evens.Thumbprint is Detroit's only fair trade marketplace, located in the historic Eastern Market. Our small business specializes in products handmade by empowered women in South Africa making a living wage creating things they love like hand painted candles and ceramics! We also carry a curated assortment of sustainable/natural locally made goods. Thumbprint is a great gift destination for both the special people in your life and for yourself! Browse our online store at thumbprintdetroit.com and find us on instagram @thumbprintdetroit.Country Feedback is a mom & pop record shop in Tarboro, North Carolina. They specialize in used rock, country, and soul and offer affordable vintage clothing and housewares. Do you have used records you want to sell? Country Feedback wants to buy them! Find us on Instagram @countryfeedbackvintageandvinyl or head downeast and visit our brick and mortar. All are welcome at this inclusive and family-friendly record shop in the country!Selina Sanders, a social impact brand that specializes in up-cycled clothing, using only reclaimed, vintage or thrifted materials: from tea towels, linens, blankets and quilts. Sustainably crafted in Los Angeles, each piece is designed to last in one's closet for generations to come. Maximum Style; Minimal Carbon FootprintSalt Hats: purveyors of truly sustainable hats. Hand blocked, sewn and embellished in Detroit, Michigan.Republica Unicornia Yarns: Hand-Dyed Yarn and notions for the color-obsessed. Made with love and some swearing in fabulous Atlanta, Georgia by Head Yarn Wench Kathleen. Get ready for rainbows with a side of Giving A Damn! Republica Unicornia is all about making your own magic using small-batch, responsibly sourced, hand-dyed yarns and thoughtfully made notions. Slow fashion all the way down and discover the joy of creating your very own beautiful hand knit, crocheted, or woven pieces. Find us on Instagram @republica_unicornia_yarns and at www.republicaunicornia.com.Gentle Vibes: We are purveyors of polyester and psychedelic relics! We encourage experimentation and play not only in your wardrobe, but in your home, too. We have thousands of killer vintage pieces ready for their next adventure! Picnicwear: a slow fashion brand made by hand in NYC from vintage and deadstock textiles. Picnicwear strives for minimal waste but maximum authenticity; Future Vintage over future garbage!Shift Clothing, out of beautiful Astoria, Oregon, with a focus on natural fibers, simple hardworking designs, and putting fat people first. Discover more at shiftwheeler.comNo Flight Back Vintage: bringing fun, new life to old things. Always using recycled and secondhand materials to make dope ass shit for dope ass people. See more on instagram @noflightbackvintage
MEET MICHAEL ARDELEAN:Michael Ardelean has always worked at the intersection of art and money. Having grown up bored and broke in suburban Detroit, Michael knew how to get a lot out of a little—streamlining processes and shaking off the baggage of life is his guiding philosophy. His first career, as a pro BMX biker, inspired him to share this outlook and his strategies with others struggling to design a comfortable life around their passion. He moved into merchandising, with a VP role at Alternative Apparel, followed by several years managing a design studio. Michael then began helping creative freelancers with the business end of their work as a consultant. Today, he runs his own recruiting firm, Intro, with the goal of improving organizations (like Madhappy and Buck Mason) by empowering individuals. His passion is advocating for artists of all kinds by helping them make their unique talents financially viable. Michael’s new book, Art For Money, shows creative freelancers what can happen when you cut out what’s not serving you, focus on what you can improve, and dream big. CONTACT:https://amzn.to/3cR5UA0 (Art For Money) https://www.introlimited.com/ (https://www.introlimited.com/) https://www.instagram.com/easyontheextras/ (https://www.instagram.com/easyontheextras/) SUPPORT THE SHOW BECAUSE I LOVE PUPPIES!1)https://meetfox.com/en/ (MEETFOX) Monetize your time with an easy-to-use online platform. Use promo code “yuri” for 2 MONTHS FREE! 2) https://taliadinapoli.com/a/rewards/r/m8q3ZlTx (Talia di Napoli – PIZZA) Click on the title for $6.00 off your order of AMAZING pizza shipped fresh from Napoli https://www.gettaxhub.com/?rfsn=4356929.38ee2a (3) TAXHUB) NEED ACCOUNTING HELP? – Sign up for A Less Taxing Way To Work With A CPA. Get a free intro call with a tax professional. 4) https://www.audible.com/ep/freetrial?source_code=PDTGBPD060314004R (Audible.com) This podcast is brought to you by Audible. I have used Audible for years, and I love audiobooks. Click on the link to get a 30-day free trial, complete with a credit for a free audiobook download 5) ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BITCOIN OR CRYPTOCURRENCY?BUY MY BOOK BECAUSE IT’S AMAZING!!! I’ll EVEN SIGN IT FOR YOU : )https://amzn.to/3afTmOu (BE LEFT BEHIND: Discover Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Before Your Grandma Beats You to It) http://www.advanceyourart.com/captivate-podcast/eduardo-placer/yuricataldo.com (yuricataldo.com) CREDITS: Our theme music is written and mixed by Chicago-based composer, engineer, and multi-instrumentalist Ryan Black of the Black’s Backbone collaborative. And produced by REB Records. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy
Q Division talks JoAnn Martin, VP of Marketing at Searchspring, a provider of intelligent site search and merchandising solutions for brands and retailers. Searchspring has helped customers like Moen, Fabletics, Volcom, Wild Fang and Alternative Apparel https://searchspring.com
You've seen their products in iconic department stores like Bloomingdales and Nordstrom, but there is so much more to their story than just soft t-shirts and huggable hoodies. With an emphasis on biodegradable packaging, WRAP certified facilities, and clothing made from recycled water bottles, Alternative Apparel's line is a sustainable fashion slam-dunk. Alternative Apparel CEO Evan Toporek joins host Amy Koonin via Skype to break down their commitment to their customers, comfort, and eco-friendly practices.
Juice Served Here, Alternative Apparel, and M/F People, founder Greg Alterman joins us in the studio. Greg Alterman is launching his fourth business. With m/f people, he’s betting that many consumers feel exactly the way he does about the current lackluster UX (user experience) of personal care products at home. Alterman has had success in the apparel industry as founder of Alternative Apparel and recently as co-founder of Juice Served Here. Now, he’s going further into the lifestyle space by launching with personal care items that evoke the overall sense of Zen that Alterman was craving in his own life. A BIG SHOUT OUT, to hello fresh.com for sponsoring this episode. Make sure you guys go visit them. Thanks so much for supporting the podcast. use the code Beauty30 for 30% off your first order. BEHIND THE BEAUTY NEWSLETTER http://bit.ly/2hnGo9L WEBSITE: https://www.behindthebeautypodcast.com FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM https://www.instagram.com/behind.the.beauty.podcast/ GUEST: Greg Alterman WEBSITE: https://www.mfpeople.com INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mfpeople/?hl=en ___________________________________ HOST SEREIN WU YOUTUBE CHANNEL→ http://bit.ly/1JU5PUH VLOG/LIFESTYLE CHANNEL | https://www.youtube.com/moreserein INSTAGRAM | SNAPCHAT | TWITTER | FACEBOOK | PINTEREST @SEREINWU BLOG http://sereinwu.com/ VLOG/LIFESTYLE CHANNEL | https://www.youtube.com/moreserein
Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. The guys welcome to the show for the first time, a true industry pioneer and leader of the 85 year old GroupeStahl organization, Ted Stahl. Ted is going to share with us his take on the latest innovations and trends in the garment decorating industry, as well as tell us about some amazing new things his company is bringing to market. We will talk Dye Migrations, Heat Press technology and his take on where the industry is heading. Don't miss this conversation. Sponsored by: SGIA.org | ThreadX - Palm Springs, CA February 25-28, 2018 Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! News Hanes announces the acquisition of Alternative Apparel. The announcement comes as the company releases its preliminary third-quarter 2017 results. Hanes says it has purchased Georgia-based Alternative Apparel through an all-cash transaction, valued at roughly $60 million. Alternative projects full-year net sales of approximately $70 million. Industry Innovations with Ted Stahl Terry: Ted, this is the first time we've had you on the show. This is your 85th Anniversary this year, so first congratulations. Give us the rundown of those 85 years, good and bad. Also, tell us about your journey. Aaron: One of the things I have followed is your Great Race. Can you tell us about that program? Terry: Let's get to our industry. Can you give us your take on innovation in general in our industry? If you had your crystal ball in front of you, what do you think we might be able to expect? Aaron: We had a chance to sit down with you at SGIA, and the first thing you said to me was “are you ready to have your mind blown”? You were not kidding, I was very impressed, but I want you to tell our listeners what you guys have been working on when it comes to Dye Migration? Terry: How is this product going to be available to the market and when? Aaron: What other innovations can we look for on the Heat Press side of your business, Hotronix? What have you guys got cooking with those Terry: We heard you guys are tripling your capacity at Stahls. Tell us about those plans and what is pushing you guys to do that from a market perspective? Ted Stahl is the Executive Chairman of the Board of GroupeSTAHL, a family-owned, international group of companies dedicated to providing a wide range of alternatives in garment decoration, specializing in heat printing methods. Ted is a well-known industry veteran with more than 44 years of experience in all aspects of apparel graphics, from manufacturing and marketing, to product design and retail operations. Highly regarded by his peers as an industry pioneer, visionary and influential person in the decoration industry, he was ranked as #1 on Stitches Magazine Power 75 List in 2013. In 2010, Ted was inducted into the National Sporting Goods Association Hall of Fame. Ted has been awarded many patents for innovations in the world of garment decorating, including Thermo-FILM, the world's most popular material for numbers and letters, and the revolutionary Hotronix® heat press. The best-selling Hotronix® Fusion is the world's first touch-screen heat press designed as a combination swinger and draw press. TedStahl.com Stahl's Auto Museum blog.stahls.com/innovations Other Events
Alternative Apparel CEO Evan Toporek calls in to talk about what makes their apparel so unique. Cole and Evan discuss tips for start up businesses and trends they see in the industry. Since 1995, Alternative have set out to re-create that soft, lived‑in look and feel of your favorite vintage tee. Their sustainable practices and premium fabrics have made them a critical player in the t-shirt market.
This month, The Fashion Show - where we celebrate the distinctive eclecticism of Atlanta style. Our 4 guests today include designer Sid Mashburn, author and artist Amy Flurry, fashion expert Cynthia Crowder, and Bruce and Brett Teilhaber of the legendary Atlanta shoe shop Friedmans Fine Shoes.
Please click on the POD button to listen to the latest Atlanta Business Radio show podcast broadcasting live each Wednesday at 10am EDT from the Business Radio X studio in Atlanta, GA, USA. Here's how to listen to the podcast of our show. First click on the title of the show you are interested in. Then there should be a player in the upper right hand corner of the screen. Now just press play and the show you chose should start playing. You can also download the show to listen on your mp3 player. We are now available on iTunes, click this link and you can find all our past shows. Press SUBSCRIBE and you will automatically get the latest show when you sync your iPod to your computer.There's a lot of talk about improving customer experience. But very little about how do you make them work better and more consistently. Mike Wittenstein, the Authority on Customer Experience, and some of his colleagues from leading experience brands Hard Rock, Chick-fil-a, and Alternative Apparel will discuss why focus on the employee experience is important and share some ideas you can build on in your own business. Learn more about Mike Wittenstein at www.mikewittenstein.com. Check out Jim Knight at www.hardrock.com. Scott Reed can be found at the Chick-fil-A at Sprayberry Square or online at www.chickfila.com. Check out the latest fashions at Mary Kathyrn Dean's Alternative Apparel at their website www.alternativeapparel.comAlso if you know of a business in Atlanta that we should know about please email Amy Otto at Amy @ atlantabusinessradio.com and we will try and get them on the show