Mike Ciprari is the Co-Founder of SJC Custom Drums and Founder of Loyal to the Craft: Helping Creatives Fuse Passion with Purpose. 

Mike Ciprari shares his journey from from a passionate young drummer to a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the evolution of his business, the challenges of balancing touring and entrepreneurship, and his commitment to giving back to the music community. Mike reflects on the importance of relationships in the music industry and how they have shaped his career and the growth of SJC Drums. We go into why he started Loyal to the Craft and what he has coming up. 

Topics Covered: 

• Drumming at a young age.
• SJC Custom Drums started as a hobby and evolved into a business
• Building relationships in the music industry was crucial for SJC's growth.
• From a small operation to a larger business involved hiring employees.
• Being a drum tech for major bands shaped his understanding of the industry.
• Shifting priorities towards family and business led Mike to focus on SJC.
• The importance of community engagement.
• Loyal to the Craft aims to empower youth through music and drumming.
• Brand collaborations enhance the reach and impact of Loyal to the Craft.

You can follow what Mike Ciprari is up to on LinkedIn

Connect with Mike:
Website: loyaltothecraft.com
Email: [email protected]
Social Media: loyaltothecraft

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