Ryan's Rants & Raves

Send us Fan Mail This week, Ryan speaks with Karen Giberson , CEO & President of The Accessories Council . They discuss Canadian brands, trends, and the industry at large. Learn more about the Accessories Council and the benefits of being a member. 

Send us Fan Mail This week, Ryan speaks with Arkadiusz Likus who founded Vitkac . They speak about the importance of experience within retail, luxury, and the growing market in Poland. 

Send us Fan Mail This week, Ryan speaks with Kathie Lee at Chelsey House. They discuss the importance of entering the fashion market in China. 

Send us Fan Mail This week, Ryan speaks with Steven Victor, Managing Director at Jack Victor . They discuss what it is to be a heritage brand, manufacturing in Canada, and the industry. 

Send us Fan Mail 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. 

Send us Fan Mail 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. 

Send us Fan Mail 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. 

Send us Fan Mail This week Ryan speaks with David Pillow, who is an expert in the jewelry market. They discuss diamonds, Canada, the industry, among other trends. 

Send us Fan Mail This week, Ryan speaks with Roy Lugas i, the founder of Stork . They discuss the problems of past inventory, the supply chain, and how machine learning can provide a solution. 

Send us Fan Mail 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. 

Send us Fan Mail This week, Ryan speaks with Melissa Austria of Gotstyle and Candice Shuster who consults luxury brands. On this episoide the importance of creating longstanding relationships with the staff store was highlighted. It not only motivates the store employees, but it increases sales. 

Send us Fan Mail This week, Ryan speaks with Elisa Dahan , Creative Director & Founder Dodiee . Prior to to embarking on this new shapewear brand, Elisa was the Co Chief Creative Officer of Mackage for 20 years. They discuss Montreal, brand building, and trends in the industry. 

Send us Fan Mail This week, Ryan speaks with Emmanuelle Girard who manages the Québec artists Alexandra Streliski & Beyries . They discuss fashion, music, and her entrepreneurial story of founding Comme C'est Beau . 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 M...

Send us Fan Mail This week Ryan speaks with Charles Klein, DHC and Cole Wassner, Wassner Management Group. The three discuss trends in licensing as well as the importance of working with outside counsel and agents.  If you would like to discuss with Charles or Cole, kindly find their contact information below: Charles : CK@dhclegal.com Cole :  cole@wassnermanagement.com

Send us Fan Mail 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. 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.

Send us Fan Mail 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 .  Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in N...

Send us Fan Mail This week, Ryan speaks with Flora Backer who founded the Rya Collection.  They both discuss trends and how clothing can empower others.

Send us Fan Mail 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. 

Send us Fan Mail 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 . 

Send us Fan Mail 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. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by...

Send us Fan Mail 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. 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec p...

Send us Fan Mail 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. 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.

Send us Fan Mail 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.  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.

Send us Fan Mail 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. 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.