This is episode #53. And today’s guest is the Co-founder and CEO of MVMT pronounced as ‘movement’. MVMT are a global – fashion, watches and accessory brand for millennials, that has sold over 1.5 million products.
After almost failing out of high school and dropping out of college, our guest started this brand at age 22 while he was $20,000 in debt. Four years later, his brand has grown to more than $80 million in revenue and 4 million social followers.
Some of the topics we spoke about include:
So If you’re someone that’s interested in designing a product and designing a thriving business around it, then this episode is for you.
I present to you … the resourceful, determined and inspiring ... Jake Kassan!
More on Jake Kassan can be found via the links below:
Jake’s personal website
MVMT website
Linkedin profile
Jake’s Twitter: @jakekassan
Jake’s Instagram: @jakekassan
MVMT on Instagram: @MVMT
MVMT on Facebook
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