Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Ryan's Rants & Raves
| Titre | Date | Durée | |
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| Fixing Returns with Carly Bigi | 11 Apr 2025 | 00:13:02 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Carly Bigi who is the founder of Laws of Motion. They discuss the problem of returns and how machine learning can solve it. | |||
| Protecting & Growing brands with Mathilde | 24 Mar 2025 | 00:36:04 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Fashion veteran Mathilde Bétinas of OnTheList. They discuss how their platform protects brands while growing their audience. They also share her experience in Montreal. | |||
| Democratising Art with ARTESTAR | 10 Nov 2023 | 00:22:06 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Natalie Bryt who is the Director of Strategy and marketing at Artestar. The two discuss the importance and posititve impacts of connecting artists with brands. | |||
| Disrupting the marketplace (Hearst) | 28 Sep 2023 | 00:18:55 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Mariko Ichikawa, Senior Director of Digital Commerce at Hearst. They discuss how Hearst is disrupting the fashion marketplace, buying trends, and other fashion industry news. Mariko also shares the launch of Shop Bazaar. | |||
| The American Dream with Flora Backer | 21 Aug 2023 | 00:17:54 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Flora Backer who founded the Rya Collection. They both discuss trends and how clothing can empower others. | |||
| The Landmark of C21 | 13 Jul 2023 | 00:25:10 | |
This week, Ryan speaks to buyers Stacey Defeo and John Totolis. Stacey and John share how they create excitement in their store and why Century21 is a landmark for the city. | |||
| Teaching the new generation (College LaSalle) | 10 Jul 2023 | 00:26:35 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Yolande Nesseth and Lili Desrochers at College LaSalle. They discuss fashion education and the importance of firsthand experience for students. If you want to work with them click the ''contact us'' button at ENTREPRISEMODE.com . | |||
| Replacing Plastics in the Fashion Industry | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:41:09 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with the founder of BioAstra Technologies. Sumitra Rajagopalan, the founder shares the history of plastics as well as the schools of thought on sustainability. Sumitra also highlights how her bio base materials can help reduce the carbon footprint in fashion. | |||
| Technology and TikTok in Beauty | 21 Jun 2023 | 00:26:54 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Quinn Roukema who is the Co-Founder at Sacheu and Partner at Gloss Ventures. Quinn shares his insights on how technology and TikTok are becoming interegal to a successful business. | |||
| A Digital Fashion Brand Group goes Public (MGOL) | 05 May 2023 | 00:20:25 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Ginny Hilfiger and Max Ojeda. They are the founders of MGO Global. The publicly traded company has launched several brands including the line of Lionel Messi. In this episoide, the 3 discuss how to obtain a new customer and the process of becoming a public company. | |||
| Gorpcore Fashion with Hatchet Outdoor Supply | 24 Jan 2023 | 00:19:24 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Gene Han and Storr Erickson of Hatchet Outdoor Supply. The three discuss menswear, outdoor gear, Gorpcore, and the importance of understanding the customer. | |||
| The Importance of Specialty Retail | 12 Dec 2022 | 00:17:10 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Lisa Jantzen who owns Fashion Express Buying. They discuss fashion trends, the importance of specialty retail, and the future of the industry. | |||
| Brands for the Longterm | 25 Nov 2024 | 00:15:07 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Evan Weinreb at Marquee Brands. They discuss the importance of building a brand, streetwear, among other industry news. Evan also mentions great Canadian partners such as JS Group. | |||
| Exporting in International Markets | 12 Dec 2022 | 00:35:40 | |
This week Ryan speaks with Mark Boloten, Cofounder of FashionNet. In this episode they discuss finding reps, distributors, and how to export in international markets. | |||
| Deep Dive into Vintage and Resale | 19 Sep 2022 | 00:22:59 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Fred Mannella who is an expert in the resale market. An entrepreneur and founder, Fred discusses the process of buying vintage items, why it is sustainable, and the future of the fashion industry. Check out 2 Authenticators. | |||
| Licensing & the Metaverse with Dorsey & Whitney LLP | 12 Sep 2022 | 00:22:54 | |
This week Ryan speaks with fellow Canadian & New Yorker, Sarah Roberston. A partner at Dorsey & Whitney, Sarah shares her experience in licensing and the metaverse. | |||
| Transparency in the Industry - Maguire Shoes | 07 Sep 2022 | 00:30:01 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Romy-Belzile & Myriam Belzile-Maguire. These two women entrepreneurs are the founders of Maguire Shoes where the price the consumer pays is 100% transparent. The three discuss the importance of transparent pricing, their store in NoHo, and entrepreneurship. | |||
| Development at PAJAR - A Canadian Heritage Brand | 13 Jun 2022 | 00:20:52 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Greg Nicoghosian, Global Brand Director at PAJAR and Jane Labrèche at PAJAR. They discuss the brand, licensing, and the importance of development within the industry. They also shared the exciting news that PAJAR is behind the new footwear at Prince Tennis. | |||
| Challenging Stereotypes in Childrenswear | 21 Apr 2022 | 00:18:17 | |
This week, Ryan chats with Nancy Caouette who founded Little Yogi Company. They discuss slow fashion, the industry, and how childrenswear should not be dictated by gender stereotypes. | |||
| The Webster au Canada (FRANÇAIS) | 13 Apr 2022 | 00:19:26 | |
Cette semaine Ryan discute l’ouverture du Webster à Toronto avec Rodolphe Nantas qui dirige les achats hommes chez la compagnie. Rod partage les tendances dans la mode ainsi que comment il découvre les nouvelles marques. 3.Paradis & Saintwoods sont deux marques québécoises qui se trouvent maintenant chez le Webster. | |||
| Streetwear avec CITADIUM (FRANÇAIS) | 15 Mar 2022 | 00:19:00 | |
Cette semaine, on vous propose notre premier épisode en français! Dans cette interview, Ryan parle avec Clément Barret qui est le Chef de Streetwear chez Citadium. Les deux discutent des tendances streetwear ainsi que de l'importance de poursuivre nos passions. | |||
| The Mindset of a Buyer | 25 Feb 2022 | 00:26:46 | |
This week Ryan speaks with Delia Folk, the cofounder of The Style That Binds Us. Delia shares her experience as a buyer at Barney's as well as trends that she is currently seeing. Discussion points on standing out from the competition were also discussed. | |||
| The Resale Market | 16 Feb 2022 | 00:26:25 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Wilson Griffin and Karin Dillie at Recurate. Recurate promotes the idea of resale within the fashion industry. In this vain, topics such as resale, sustainability, and the future of fashion were discussed. | |||
| Canadian Diamonds are Forever | 13 Nov 2024 | 01:00:49 | |
This week Ryan speaks with David Pillow, who is an expert in the jewelry market. They discuss diamonds, Canada, the industry, among other trends. | |||
| Discussing Children's Clothing with CWF | 07 Dec 2021 | 00:26:00 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Guillaume Jamet of CWF. Not only does he have great experience with the province of Quebec, but he shares insights on how the children's industry differs from traditional RTW. CWF is a partner to several great Quebec companies such as SSENSE. | |||
| Trends in Menswear with Fred Derring & Karen Alberg | 29 Nov 2021 | 00:25:27 | |
This week Ryan speaks with Fred Derring (DLS Outfitters) and Karen Alberg (MR Magazine). They discuss new trends in the market and the return of trade shows. | |||
| Bold Vision at Arc'teryx | 23 Nov 2021 | 00:20:30 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Dominique Showers, VP of Recommerce at Arc'teryx. Dominique, who grew up in Montreal, discusses the new ReBIRD program and how the company is striving everyday and in every manner to be more circular and inclusionary. Hear how you can take your apparel to their new SoHo store for a quick repair or store credit, and how the company plans to reduce 65 percent of its greenhouse emissions by 2030. | |||
| Disrupting Chocolate | 12 Nov 2021 | 00:20:25 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Jake Karls, co-founder of the Montréal-based chocolate company Mid-Day Squares. Described as the "first functional chocolate bars" and “everything a protein bar wishes it was,” Mid-Day Squares combine plant-based proteins and superfoods. | |||
| Technology in the brand experience | 29 Oct 2021 | 00:22:38 | |
Ryan and his colleague Susan Pak discuss digital transformation in the retail industry with Etienne Mérineau, cofounder of HeyDay. The conversational AI platform was recently acquired by another Canadian business, Hootsuite. Mérineau discusses how technology has reshaped the brand experience and ways retailers can stay relevant. | |||
| A Legacy is Back - Le Chateau | 16 Oct 2021 | 00:34:16 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Franco Rocchi, senior director of marketing at Le Chateau. In this episode, they discuss the return of Le Chateau, Montreal's fashion ecosystem, and the future of shopping. | |||
| Sustainable Entrepreneurship - Aslaug Magnusdottir | 16 Sep 2021 | 00:24:00 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with serial entrepreneur Aslaug Magnusdottir. They discuss how she entered the industry from Gilt, Moda Operandi, and her new project with Katla which focuses on sustainable and local manufacturing. Topics on fashion technology, blockchain, overproduction, and the new sustainability were also discussed. | |||
| A LVMH Prize Winner Gives Back | 10 Sep 2021 | 00:20:42 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Emeric Tchatchoua, the founder of 3 Paradis. They discuss his creative inspiration and how he has a purpose to be a true member of the community. Listen to this LVMH prize winners story. | |||
| Bridging Music & Fashion - David Helwani - TWENTY MTL | 20 Aug 2021 | 00:58:17 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Montrealer David Helwani, founder of TWENTY MTL, a label that focuses on comfort, fit and timeless versatility. They discuss how to craft a brand and how David merged his passion for music into the business. This includes the David Helwani Project, where David partnered with Chi Modu for a virtual 3D gallery exhibition. | |||
| Trends with Deloitte | 09 Aug 2021 | 00:25:10 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Karla Martin and Scott LaBoda, both fashion industry experts from Deloitte, on how COVID-19 has impacted the fashion industry in ways that will continue to accelerate transformation and drive innovation. They also discuss what drives a successful “seasonless” strategy and how to increase diversity and inclusion in fashion. | |||
| Machine Learning Disrupting Fashion | 09 Aug 2024 | 00:11:29 | |
| Advice from Nicolas Topiol of Christian Lacroix | 03 Aug 2021 | 00:43:36 | |
This week, Ryan chats with Nicolas Topiol, the CEO of Christian Lacroix. They discuss the importance of collaborations to attract a new audience, as well as the rise in demand for vintage luxury. Topiol, who lives in Paris, Montréal and Miami, also explains why he was "blown away" by Québec's creativity and approach to business. | |||
| Mirroring your Company to the Consumer - Jason McNary | 26 Jul 2021 | 00:19:54 | |
This week Ryan speaks with Jason McNary, CEO of UNOde50. He is also on the board of Spring Studios and provides his expertise on inclusivity. Ryan and Jason discuss several topics including retail strategy, how to create equitable organizations, and the future of the industry. | |||
| Cruelty Free Fashion Distribution - MODEXTIL | 21 Jul 2021 | 00:13:31 | |
This week, Ryan chats with Alexandre Abitan the chief marketing officer of MODEXTIL, a privately held Montreal-based apparel company established in 1981. The company manufactures its own brands and also distributes premium brands to the North American market including Save the Duck, whose products are 100% animal free and cruelty free. | |||
| Starting with Creativity & Passion - DOMREBEL MONTREAL | 01 Jul 2021 | 00:39:06 | |
This week Ryan speaks with Justin Svatina, the founder of DOMREBEL, a Montreal-based visual arts company that specializes in hand-crafted graphic tees. The two discuss how with even little knowledge of fashion, one can still succeed by growing organically. Today, DOMREBEL is found in 35 countries worldwide and its custom pieces are worn by icons such as Guns N’ Roses, U2, Rihanna, Jamie Foxx and Elton John. Learn more from this entrepreneur as he shares his story. | |||
| ASOS - FASHION WITH INTEGRITY | 16 Jun 2021 | 00:23:52 | |
This week, Ryan has a discussion with Nick Beighton, the CEO of ASOS. They speak about how this global online retailer has transformed the industry by creating fashion with integrity. The two also discuss the importance of data, authenticity, sustainability, among other topics. | |||
| Inder Bedi - Sustainable Fashion - Matt & Nat to 457 Anew | 26 May 2021 | 00:22:41 | |
This week, Ryan chats with Inder Bedi, the founder of Matt & Nat. They discuss his new project of 457 Anew, sustainability, the process of sourcing locally, and how consumers can vote with their dollar. | |||
| Creating Content | 19 May 2021 | 00:22:58 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with two native Québécoises who are experts in their fields –Sarah Moreau & Chloe Crane Leroux. They both share their advice on the importance of creating sincere and meaningful content within the luxury space. The conversation also makes note to compare both sides of the conversation as Sarah works for a wine & luxury agency and Chloe is a content creator herself. | |||
| Entering the Chinese Luxury Market | 06 May 2021 | 00:34:41 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Nancy Zhang at BorderXLab a platform that allows brands and retailers to enter the APAC market. In this episode they discuss the Chinese consumer, beauty, revenge buying, and key trends currently in the market. | |||
| Growing during the Pandemic | 28 Apr 2021 | 00:26:34 | |
This week, our host speaks with Alex Caruso, Vice President of International of La vie en Rose. They discuss how the retailer was able to keep their stores open and also expand during the pandemic, the positive effects of the pandemic on the business, and Montreal's influence on La vie en rose and on the global retail/fashion industry as a whole. | |||
| Nerding on Denim with Naked & Famous | 12 Apr 2021 | 00:25:19 | |
This week, our host speaks with Brandon Svaric who is the founder of Naked & Famous. On this week's episode they discuss the international success of the brand and what really makes denim. It is also discussed how freebies can be to a brand's detriment. | |||
| Empowering Women Entrepreneurs - V Kosmetik | 20 Jul 2024 | 00:22:23 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Vickie Joseph of V Kosmetik. They discuss creating a beauty product for all as well as her experience in empowering other women entrepreneurs. | |||
| Closing the Loop in Exercise - OFF THE GRID | 07 Apr 2021 | 00:18:14 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Sébastien Brunelle-Jestin, co-founder of OFF THE GRID, a company with the specific objective of reducing the ecological footprint of every workout. Hear how the company is pushing the boundaries of technology while advocating the daily use of renewable energy. | |||
| An Icon of Style - Nick Wooster | 31 Mar 2021 | 00:20:16 | |
Ryan speaks with fashion arbiter and New York institution Nick Wooster. They discuss his inspirations, people watching as a hobby and his past collaboration with Montreal-based brand Want Les Essentiels. Hear how the formerly at Bergdorf Goodman & Barney’s transitioned from the corporate world to become a successful entrepreneur. | |||
| Democratizing Textiles | 24 Mar 2021 | 00:25:01 | |
This week, Ryan speaks with Annie Cyr, founder of Tengiva, the first online marketplace for ready-to-ship textiles around the world. They discuss democratizing the industry as a way to make it more accessible and sustainable. | |||
| Disrupting Beauty: Entrepreneur Marcia Kilgore | 08 Mar 2021 | 00:22:44 | |
This week Ryan speaks with Canadian-born serial entrepreneur Marcia Kilgore, whose latest brainchild is Beauty Pie, a disruptive, direct-to-consumer luxury beauty brand. In 1996, Kilgore launched Bliss Spa in New York City, which quickly became a success with a celebrity clientele. She went on to start four more thriving companies including FitFlop, the hugely popular ergonomic footwear line. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.
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