AF Fireside

Happy Women's History Month! This week, we're kicking off our series on woman-owned and operated brands in the AF Network. Taylor Ivey is the founder of Ellsworth & Ivey and The Skinny Dip - and she's learned the importance of putting mental heath front-of-mind. Buckle up for some real talk.

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@ellsworthandivey

This episode is made possible by Jamestown, a global real estate investment and management company known for transforming spaces into innovation hubs and community centers.

In the final installment of our series on brands passed down from generation to generation, we get a close look at life in Ironwood, Michigan - the home of Stormy Kromer and their iconic line of hats and other warm gear. Rural life requires a degree of certainty and sureness - which we've learned is a key factor in the longevity of a heritage brand. Join Lucas and Stormy Kromer President Gina Thorsen to learn more.

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@stormykromer

This episode is made possible by Jamestown, a global real estate investment and management company known for transforming spaces into innovation hubs and community centers.

We continue our study of family-owned businesses with the story of Jim Artaiz - President of Dehen 1920 - a third-generation leader of the iconic apparel brand and the first inheriting in-law we've spoken to in our series. We're also joined by Brand Manager Peter Lee to talk about steering a centennial brand through uncharted waters. Listen in for the heavy-duty, old-school truth.

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@dehen1920

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Philosophy. Atlanta, GA. Flip flops. What do these all have in common?  Sara Irvani is the CEO of Okabashi - a Georgia-based footwear brand with a generations-long commitment to American manufacturing- and she'll tell you. She employs a background in philosophy to tackle new challenges, as well as a unique perspective on entrepreneurship as a first-generation American. 

Follow along with Lucas from the American Field team as we take a deep-dive into some of the most inspiring, authentic, and unique brands in the US.  Learn more about featured brands at fireside.shopaf.co, and be sure to follow us on Instagram:
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@okabashishoes

This episode is made possible by Jamestown, a global real estate investment and management company known for transforming spaces into innovation hubs and community centers.

While father-and-son team Mike and Kyle Rancourt have navigated their footwear brand Rancourt & Co. through several iterations in the company's history, their commitment to manufacturing in the US and supporting their community in Lewiston, Maine has never changed. Listen in for a unique look at what it means (and why it's important) to "make in America".

Follow along with Lucas from the American Field team as we take a deep-dive into some of the most inspiring, authentic, and unique brands in the US.  Learn more about featured brands at fireside.shopaf.co, and be sure to follow us on Instagram:
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@rancourtco

This episode is made possible by Jamestown, a global real estate investment and management company known for transforming spaces into innovation hubs and community centers.

If you know leather jackets, you know Schott NYC. We're kicking off our mini-series of family-owned businesses with Jason Schott, COO and a fourth-generation leader at Schott NYC. Jason gives an honest insight into the unique challenges of operating a 100+ year company, as well as what it was like to grow up alongside an iconic American brand.

Follow along with Lucas from the American Field team as we take a deep-dive into some of the most inspiring, authentic, and unique brands in the US.  Learn more about featured brands at fireside.shopaf.co, and be sure to follow us on Instagram:
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@lucaszfitz
@schottnyc

This episode is made possible by Jamestown, a global real estate investment and management company known for transforming spaces into innovation hubs and community centers.

If you were to sum up the history of raw denim brand Rogue Territory in one word, it's "organic". In the decade since their first drop, founders Leslie Yeung and Karl Thoennessen have credited their successes in big part to being in the right place at the right time - but what else? Listen in as we discuss the intricacies of organic strategy in a pay-to-play world.

Follow along with Lucas from the American Field team as we take a deep-dive into some of the most inspiring, authentic, and unique brands in the US.  Learn more about featured brands at fireside.shopaf.co, and be sure to follow us on Instagram:
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@lucaszfitz
@rgt

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Matthew Malin and Andrew Goetz called themselves the "original social distancing couple" - and after 17 years balancing the personal and professional life of Malin+Goetz, they’ve picked up more than a handful of keys to success. Come for the free advice, stay for the metaphors.

Follow along with Lucas from the American Field team as we take a deep-dive into some of the most inspiring, authentic, and unique brands in the US. Learn more about featured brands at fireside.shopaf.co, and be sure to follow us on Instagram:
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@malinandgoetz

This episode is made possible by Jamestown, a global real estate investment and management company known for transforming spaces into innovation hubs and community centers.

Justin and Kamarie Fernandes founded Common Ground, a botanical wellness brand, in 2017. Coming from different backgrounds, they leveraged their greatest strengths to build a product line from soil to tincture.

Follow along with Lucas from the American Field team as we take a deep-dive into some of the most inspiring, authentic, and unique brands in the US. Learn more about featured brands at fireside.shopaf.co, and be sure to follow us on Instagram:
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@lucaszfitz
@common.ground.cbd

This episode is made possible by Jamestown, a global real estate investment and management company known for transforming spaces into innovation hubs and community centers.

Welcome to Fireside! Follow along with Lucas from the American Field team as we take a deep-dive into some of the best innovative and emerging brands in the US. 

Lucas sits down for a quick minute with Mark Bollman, founder and CEO of American Field. Why a podcast? Why now? And - what even is AF? All will be answered.

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@mbbiv