On TheStockroom today, we’re joined by our good friend Qasim, the Founder of Trading Desk, a curated streetwear store who recently partnered with AI tech firm Responsible. Eman & Michael got into the details of the partnership as well as a look into Qasim’s back story and how they uniquely benefited from the rise of the brand, Corteiz, as they took the initiative to buy into the brand early and subsequently reaped the dividends.
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00:00 - Introducing Qasim, Founder of Trading Desk!
03:46 - What’s On Foot?
09:41 - Qasim on studying Economics At LSE, & how it’s impacted his view vn sales
10:55 - Growing ip in Manchester & his Mum’s influence on his taste
18:55 - How did Trading Desk start, and how did they go about acquiring product?
30:22 - When did Trading Desk realise selling the business could be the next move?
32:18 - The process of being acquired by AI Tech Firm, Responsible
41:31 - How important is tourism to stores in Soho?
44:39 - How much did Corteiz’ brand growth impact Trading Desk? & The importance of Corteiz having a physical store
51:51 - What are the pro’s and cons of having a physical store?
57:49 - How do you decide what to buy?
1:03:20 - What’s been the biggest day of sales?
1:12:07 - Qasim’s Prada Cups and building confidence while exploring fashion
1:18:00 - Personal style and the merging of streetwear and luxury
1:33:06 - Qasim signs TheStockroom Force 1
1:40:00 - What does the future look like for Trading Desk & Klekt joining the party
1:47:07 - Should Corteiz take over the Supreme store?
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