Maryland has a diverse, thriving business community filled with people and organizations making our state stronger. Among them are talented young professionals making their mark, who we’ll meet through the Maryland’s Rising Stars podcast — a new podcast series from the Maryland Chamber of Commerce and presented by UnitedHealthcare.

In our inaugural episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Ali von Paris, founder and CEO of Route One Apparel, a company that has become synonymous with Maryland pride.

As we delve into Ali’s journey on taking Route One Apparel from inception to a household name, you’ll hear insights from a successful entrepreneur and amazing young professional who has much to share about building a brand, overcoming challenges and the power of community.