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The Business of Apparel
Go from overwhelmed apparel founder making costly trial-and-error decisions to a founder with the expert guidance, systems, and industry knowledge to scale profitably. Rachel Erickson brings her 20 years of expertise in the apparel manufacturing industry to The Business of Apparel podcast to inspire you to build your best brand yet. Each week, you'll hear from Rachel along with our industry experts who are shedding light on what is needed to build your own apparel line from scratch or to take…
Episodes
The Business of ApparelOn the Move: Our Crazy Moving Stories from Over the Years, Part 1
On the Move: Our Crazy Moving Stories from Over the Years, Part 1 In today's episode, Rachel has got us wondering…where in the world is Rachel!? This unique…
The Business of ApparelDon't Just Survive, Learn How to Thrive in Your Apparel Business!
Don't Just Survive, Learn How to Thrive in Your Apparel Business! In today's episode, Rachel is showing us that it is absolutely possible to thrive in the…
The Business of ApparelHow Unmarked Street Does It Differently: Tips to Avoid Burnout
How Unmarked Street Does It Differently: Tips to Avoid Burnout In today's episode, Rachel is addressing a chronic issue in the apparel industry, burnout…
The Business of ApparelCrossing the Goal Line: From Corporate to Consulting with Prashanth Peketi
Crossing the Goal Line: From Corporate to Consulting with Prashanth Peketi In today's episode, Rachel is sitting down for a chat with Prashanth Paketi, an…
The Business of ApparelBest Of: The Top 3 Business of Apparel Podcast Episodes
Best Of: The Top 3 Business of Apparel Podcast Episodes In today's episode, Rachel is giving us something a little unique. We've compiled the top 3 performing…
The Business of ApparelOn the Way to Hellville: My Brandy Melville Documentary Review
On the Way to Hellville: My Brandy Melville Documentary Review In today's episode, Rachel is putting a twist on the subject of sustainability and fast fashion…
The Business of ApparelHow to Play The Office Politics Game
How to Play The Office Politics Game In today's episode, Rachel diving right into corporate office politics and in the industry of apparel, Rachel has learned…
The Business of ApparelTailoring to Modern Moms in The Apparel Industry with Magda Lasota
Tailoring to Modern Moms in The Apparel Industry with Magda Lasota In today's episode, Rachel is chatting with the very talented, Magda Lasota, the force…
The Business of ApparelClean Out the Proverbial Closet: My Small Wardrobe is On Purpose!
Clean Out the Proverbial Closet: My Small Wardrobe is On Purpose! In today's episode, Rachel is addressing the digital trolls, encouraging us to clean out our…
The Business of ApparelGirl Math: Shatter the Stigma and Make It Work For You
Girl Math: Shatter the Stigma and Make It Work For You In today's episode, Rachel is approaching the ever-so-popular subject of Girl Math, the stereotype along…
The Business of ApparelHow to Train for Running A Successful Business with Martha Schoenewe
How to Train for Running A Successful Business with Martha Schoenewe In today's episode, Rachel is sitting down with Martha Schoenewe, the creative force…
The Business of ApparelGrade Rules vs. Body Size Charts
Grade Rules vs. Body Size Charts In today's episode, Rachel is addressing a topic that's been garnering some questions from clients and social media followers…
The Business of ApparelLet's Nerd Out on Cycling Apparel!
Let's Nerd Out on Cycling Apparel! In today's episode, Rachel is taking us on a ride through the exciting world of cycling and apparel! With Rache's background…
The Business of ApparelLight the Fire in Your Apparel Business vs. Putting the Fire Out with Yushkova Design Founder, YAY
Light the Fire in Your Apparel Business vs. Putting the Fire Out with Yushkova Design Founder, YAY In today's special episode, Rachel chats with industry maven…
The Business of ApparelThe Values That Define Who We Are
The Values That Define Who We Are In today's episode, Rachel opens up about a recent personal discovery based on a VIA (Values In Action) test that she took…
The Business of ApparelInternational vs. Domestic Manufacturing, What You Need To Think About
International vs. Domestic Manufacturing, What You Need To Think About In today's episode, Rachel is exploring the nuanced debate of international versus…
The Business of ApparelGetting Into Details About Project Management Certification
Getting Into Details About Project Management Certification In today's special episode, Rachel is shining light on the benefits of project management skills…
The Business of ApparelWhy Your Leadership Style is Key in The Hiring and Firing Process
In today's special episode, Rachel takes us through the crucial process of hiring for success in apparel brands. Rachel shares how she crafted a dream team by…
The Business of ApparelHow to Get Your First Promotion at Work
In today's special episode, Rachel reflects on the insights she's gained from a 20-year career in the corporate world, especially when it comes to climbing the…
The Business of ApparelThe Truth Behind Size Inclusivity from Different Perspectives with Raquel Vélez
In today's special episode, Rachel is thrilled to welcome back the trailblazer in size-inclusivity, Raquel Vélez! As we reflect on the ever-evolving fashion…
The Business of ApparelCelebrating One Year of Podcasting!
Celebrating One Year of Podcasting! In today's episode, we celebrate an incredible milestone – a full year of the Business of Apparel podcast and Rachel is…
The Business of ApparelWhat Does it Cost to Build an Apparel Line?
What Does it Cost to Build an Apparel Line? In this episode, Rachel delves into the nitty gritty of launching a custom apparel line. Inspired by last week's…
The Business of ApparelBuilding and Scaling an Apparel Brand With a Purpose, featuring Kelly Roach
Building and Scaling an Apparel Brand With a Purpose, featuring Kelly Roach In this episode, Rachel sits down with the Founder & CEO of Kelly Roach…
The Business of ApparelThe Business of Apparel Podcast Series: Timelines for Success!
The Business of Apparel Podcast Series: Timelines for Success! In this last episode of the Business of Apparel Series, Rachel wraps up our enlightening journey…
The Business of ApparelThe Business of Apparel Podcast Series: The Forecasting Process
The Business of Apparel Podcast Series: The Forecasting Process In this episode of the Business of Apparel Series, Rachel takes us through the intricate art of…
The Business of ApparelBeyond the Size Tag: Exploring Self-Confidence Through Apparel and Hypnosis with Leslie Thornton
Beyond the Size Tag: Exploring Self-Confidence Through Apparel and Hypnosis with Leslie Thornton In this episode, Rachel chats with Leslie Thornton, to discuss…
The Business of ApparelThe Business of Apparel Podcast Series: Numbers Don't Lie!
The Business of Apparel Podcast Series: Numbers Don't Lie! In this episode of the Business of Apparel Series, Rachel explores the crucial numbers that will…
The Business of ApparelTailoring Success Outside of the 9 to 5 with Debra Boulanger
Tailoring Success Outside of the 9 to 5 with Debra Boulanger In this episode, Rachel sits down with the remarkable Deb Boulanger, founder of the Launch Lab for…
The Business of ApparelThe Business of Apparel Podcast Series: All About Sourcing
The Business of Apparel Podcast Series: All About Sourcing In this episode of the Business of Apparel Series, Rachel pulls back the curtain on apparel…
The Business of ApparelThe Business of Apparel Podcast Series: The Importance of Brand Standards
The Business of Apparel Podcast Series: The Importance of Brand Standards In this episode of the Business of Apparel Series, Rachel continues to unlock the…
The Business of ApparelThe Business of Apparel Podcast Series: Your Target Customer
The Business of Apparel Podcast Series: Your Target Customer In this episode of the series, Rachel unlocks the secret to thriving in the apparel industry as…
The Business of ApparelIntroduction to the New Business of Apparel Podcast Series!
Introduction to the New Business of Apparel Podcast Series! Exciting news! We are launching a brand-new podcast series where we unlock the secrets of the…
The Business of ApparelStreamlining the Future of Fashion with Apparelmark Co-founder, Andrew Drigola, Part 2
Streamlining the Future of Fashion with Apparelmark Co-founder, Andrew Drigola, Part 2 In the final part of this discussion, Rachel continues the conversation…
The Business of ApparelStreamlining the Future of Fashion with Apparelmark Co-founder, Andrew Drigola, Part 1
Streamlining the Future of Fashion with Apparelmark Co-founder, Andrew Drigola, Part 1 In part one of this discussion, Rachel sits down with entrepreneur…
The Business of ApparelWhat I Would've Done Differently, A Journey of Gratitude and Growth
What I Would've Done Differently, A Journey of Gratitude and Growth In this episode, Rachel tells us about a time when she found herself stretched thinly…
The Business of ApparelHarnessing the Power of Mindset with Mentor and Coach, Brigette Sobus
Harnessing the Power of Mindset with Mentor and Coach, Brigette Sobus In this episode, Rachel engages in a transformative conversation with the dynamic…
The Business of ApparelAll About Tech Packs: The Ultimate Guide
All About Tech Packs, The Ultimate Guide In this episode, Rachel is geeking out and spilling the secrets of creating a professional tech pack that successfully…
The Business of ApparelMastering Supply Chain Management with Industry Expert, Brittney Tupa
Mastering Supply Chain Management with Industry Expert, Brittney Tupa In this episode, Rachel sits down with the extraordinary Brittney Tupa, a seasoned supply…
The Business of ApparelElevating Your Apparel Brand with Evergreen Products
Elevating Your Apparel Brand with Evergreen Products In this episode, Rachel is flying solo to talk about evergreen products for your apparel brand. We'll dive…
The Business of ApparelThe Power of Perseverance with Lume Six Founder, Margaux Elliott
The Power of Perseverance with Lume Six Founder, Margaux Elliott In this episode, Rachel goes on an adventure with Margaux Elliott, a powerhouse in the apparel…
The Business of ApparelBlueprint For Successful Apparel Product Development
Blueprint For Successful Apparel Product Development In this episode, Rachel shares the details of a unique blueprint for creating a successful apparel brand…
The Business of ApparelTailoring a Greener Future with Contingenci by Good Human Founder, Linda Tang
Tailoring a Greener Future with Contingenci by Good Human Founder, Linda Tang In this episode, Rachel chats with Contingenci by Good Human founder, Linda Tang…
The Business of ApparelFrom Student to Scaling with StartUp FASHION Founder, Nicole Giordano
From Student to Scaling with StartUp FASHION Founder, Nicole Giordano In this episode, Rachel welcomes Nicole Giordano, the mastermind behind Startup Fashion…
The Business of ApparelMentorship vs. Management: Mastering the Dynamics
Mentorship vs. Management: Mastering the Dynamics In this episode, Rachel unlocks the secrets of personal and professional growth through a unique exploration…
The Business of ApparelShifting From Corporate to Independent with Developer and Designer, Jessica Kuczek
Shifting From Corporate to Independent with Developer and Designer, Jessica Kuczek In this episode, Rachel chats with seasoned pro, Jessica Kuczek, who has…
The Business of ApparelNegotiating Your Way to Success in the Apparel Business
Negotiating Your Way to Success in the Apparel Business In this episode, Rachel steps into the fascinating world of apparel costing and negotiation in the…
The Business of ApparelMastering Love and Fear While Building a Brand: Simon Fisher, Headspace Design Lab Founder
Mastering Love and Fear While Building a Brand with Headspace Design Lab Founder, Simon Fisher In this episode, Rachel wanders through the intriguing maze of…
The Business of ApparelBehind The Scenes On Apparel Industry Work Travel
Behind The Scenes On Apparel Industry Work Travel In this episode, Rachel takes us on an enlightening journey, from Istanbul's bustling bazaars, through…
The Business of ApparelUnearthing Sustainability and Innovation in the Apparel Industry
Unearthing Sustainability and Innovation in the Apparel Industry In this episode, Rachel unearths the hidden facets of sustainability in the apparel industry…
The Business of ApparelBreaking Down The Intricacies of SKU Rationalization with Merchandising Expert Sarah White
Breaking Down The Intricacies of SKU Rationalization with Merchandising Expert Sarah White In this episode, Rachel chats with Sarah White, a seasoned buyer and…
The Business of ApparelExploring Size Inclusivity and Redefining Standards in The Apparel Industry
Exploring Size Inclusivity and Redefining Standards in the Apparel Industry In this episode, Rachel prepares you to have your perspective shifted as we shine a…
The Business of ApparelRedefining Success on a Journey of Personal and Professional Growth
Redefining Success on a Journey of Personal and Professional Growth In this episode, Rachel recounts her journey of how she learned to redefine success after…
The Business of ApparelTransforming Dreams Into A Thriving Brand with Conquest Works CEO, Parker Coppins
Transforming Dreams Into A Thriving Brand with Conquest Works CEO, Parker Coppins In this episode, Rachel chats with Parker Coppins, the CEO of Conquest Works…
The Business of ApparelThe Top 5 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner In The Apparel Industry
The Top 5 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner In The Apparel Industry In this episode, Rachel reveals the secrets to career growth in the apparel industry, as she…
The Business of ApparelBehind the Scenes of Product Development in the Apparel Industry with Jessica Ledin - Part 2
Behind the Scenes of Product Development in the Apparel Industry with Jessica Ledin, Part 2 In this episode, Rachel continues the conversation with Jessica…
The Business of ApparelBehind the Scenes of Product Development in the Apparel Industry with Jessica Ledin, Part 1
Behind the Scenes of Product Development in the Apparel Industry with Jessica Ledin, Part 1 In this episode, Rachel sits down with good friend and fellow…
The Business of ApparelThe Secrets to Successful Garment Fittings in Your Apparel Business
The Secrets to Successful Garment Fittings in Your Apparel Business In this episode, Rachel dives into the nitty-gritty of what it takes to run a successful…
The Business of ApparelTransforming Connection in the Fashion World with the Fashion Index
Transforming Connection in the Fashion World with the Fashion Index In this episode, Rachel talks to Marge and Tirsa, co-owners of the Fashion Index, as they…
The Business of ApparelDecoding Apparel Industry Jargon: A Comprehensive Guide to Industry Terminology and Acronyms
Decoding Apparel Industry Jargon: A Comprehensive Guide to Industry Terminology and Acronyms In this episode, Rachel breaks down the meaning behind acronyms…
The Business of ApparelEmpowering Women and Sustainability in Outdoor Apparel with Alpine Fit Founder, Jen Loofbourrow
Empowering Women and Sustainability in Outdoor Apparel with Alpine Fit Founder, Jen Loofbourrow In this episode, Rachel brings in Alpine Fit founder, Jen…