In this episode, we're chatting with Lauren Kurtz, Founder of Après Actif a minimalist lifestyle apparel brand inspired by ski and snowboard culture.  We dive into how Lauren built her brand from the ground up, and how she expanded into 50 retail stores across Canada and the US. 

You don't want to miss: 

• Building a personal brand and community before launching your business
• Expanding into wholesale
• Balancing working two jobs while bootstrapping your brand
• Why comparison kills creativity 

Quick links:

• Shop Après Actif online and find them on Instagram 
• Follow Lauren on Instagram

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