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Building a Sustainable Activewear Brand from Scratch
Episode 527

Building a Sustainable Activewear Brand from Scratch

w/ Mary Bemis, Reprise Activewear

The Unofficial Shopify Podcast · Mary Bemis, Kurt Elster

August 6, 202451m 26s

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Show Notes

Reprise Activewear founder Mary Bemis takes us through her incredible journey from launching a Kickstarter campaign to building a sustainable activewear brand that has caught the attention of Self Magazine and The View. She opens up about the gritty realities of bootstrapping—dealing with shady manufacturers, losing thousands, and balancing a day job while building her brand. This episode is a deep dive into the world of sustainable fashion, offering inspiration and practical advice for entrepreneurs looking to make a difference. Listen in to hear how Mary turned her passion for a healthier lifestyle into a thriving business.

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Reprise Activewear

Functional Fabric Fair

Reprise on Kickstarter

IG:repriseactivewear

IG:@maryb612

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