In Episode 13 of Small Business Social, hosts Care Verikas and Steve Seymour sit down with Matthew Banever, founder of Bards Clothing, a Connecticut-based custom clothing brand rooted in storytelling and American craftsmanship. Matt shares his incredible entrepreneurial journey—from early setbacks (including a $32K clothing disaster!) to building a brand that values intention over impulse and quality over fast fashion. The conversation dives deep into perseverance, mindset, and why focusing on opportunities—not excuses—is the key to sustainable success.