The fashion industry is evolving — and Vestis Labs is leading the charge. My guest, Fonny Bunjamin, founder & CEO of Vestis Labs, is on a mission to revolutionize how small and medium-sized fashion brands operate through technology, sustainability, and digital transformation.

🎙️ In this episode, we dive into:

✅ The biggest challenges fashion brands face — and how tech can solve them

✅ Why resilience, adaptability, and trusting your instincts are key to success

✅ The reality of startup life: co-founder struggles, pivots, and learning from failure

✅ How startup programs can provide structure and mentorship for founders

✅ The balance between passion and building a financially sustainable business

💭 Whether you're in fashion, tech, or building your own startup, this episode is packed with insights on innovation, entrepreneurship, and making bold moves.

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Chapters

00:00 – The Vision Behind VESTIS LABS: Transforming Fashion with Technology

07:32 – From Finance to Fashion: Fonny’s Unconventional Journey

10:54 – Lessons Learned from Past Business Ventures

15:45 – Pivoting vs. Staying the Course: Finding the Right Balance

18:04 – Choosing the Best Startup Incubator: What Founders Need to Know

22:20 – The Co-Founder Dilemma: Challenges and Misaligned Visions

24:56 – The Unexpected Hurdles of Building a Startup

26:59 – The Mindset and Skills Every Entrepreneur Needs to Succeed