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This week, Ryan speaks with Ginny Hilfiger and Max Ojeda. They are the founders of MGO Global.  The publicly traded company has launched several brands including the line of Lionel Messi. In this episoide, the 3 discuss how to obtain a new customer and the process of becoming a public company. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week, Ryan speaks with Gene Han and Storr Erickson of Hatchet Outdoor Supply. The three discuss menswear, outdoor gear, Gorpcore, and the importance of understanding the customer. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week Ryan speaks with Mark Boloten, Cofounder of FashionNet. In this episode they discuss finding reps, distributors, and how to export in international markets. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week, Ryan speaks with Lisa Jantzen who owns Fashion Express Buying. They discuss fashion trends, the importance of specialty retail, and the future of the industry. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week, Ryan speaks with Fred Mannella who is an expert in the resale market. An entrepreneur and founder, Fred discusses the process of buying vintage items, why it is sustainable, and the future of the fashion industry. Check out 2 Authenticators. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week Ryan speaks with fellow Canadian & New Yorker, Sarah Roberston. A partner at Dorsey & Whitney, Sarah shares her experience in licensing and the metaverse. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week, Ryan speaks with Romy-Belzile & Myriam Belzile-Maguire. These two women entrepreneurs are the founders of Maguire Shoes where the price the consumer pays is 100% transparent. The three discuss the importance of transparent pricing, their store in NoHo, and entrepreneurship. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf

This week, Ryan speaks with Greg Nicoghosian, Global Brand Director at PAJAR and Jane Labrèche at PAJAR. They discuss the brand, licensing, and the importance of development within the industry. They also shared the exciting news that PAJAR is behind the new footwear at Prince Tennis. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf

This week, Ryan chats with Nancy Caouette who founded Little Yogi Company. They discuss slow fashion, the industry, and how childrenswear should not be dictated by gender stereotypes. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf

Cette semaine Ryan discute l’ouverture du Webster à Toronto avec Rodolphe Nantas qui dirige les achats hommes chez la compagnie. Rod partage les tendances dans la mode ainsi que comment il découvre les nouvelles marques.  3.Paradis & Saintwoods sont deux marques québécoises qui se trouvent maintenant chez le Webster. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf

Cette semaine, on vous propose notre premier épisode en français! Dans cette interview, Ryan parle avec Clément Barret qui est le Chef de Streetwear chez Citadium. Les deux discutent des tendances streetwear ainsi que de l'importance de poursuivre nos passions. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week Ryan speaks with Delia Folk, the cofounder of The Style That Binds Us. Delia shares her experience as a buyer at Barney's as well as trends that she is currently seeing. Discussion points on standing out from the competition were also discussed. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week, Ryan speaks with Wilson Griffin and Karin Dillie at Recurate. Recurate promotes the idea of resale within the fashion industry. In this vain, topics such as resale, sustainability, and the future of fashion were discussed. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week, Ryan speaks with Guillaume Jamet of CWF. Not only does he have great experience with the province of Quebec, but he shares insights on how the children's industry differs from traditional RTW.  CWF is a partner to several great Quebec companies such as SSENSE.Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week Ryan speaks with Fred Derring (DLS Outfitters) and Karen Alberg (MR Magazine). They discuss new trends in the market and the return of trade shows. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week, Ryan speaks with Dominique Showers, VP of Recommerce at Arc'teryx. Dominique, who grew up in Montreal, discusses the new ReBIRD program and how the company is striving everyday and in every manner to be more circular and inclusionary.  Hear how you can take your apparel to their new SoHo store for a quick repair or store credit, and how the company plans to reduce 65 percent of its greenhouse emissions by 2030.Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week, Ryan speaks with Jake Karls, co-founder of the Montréal-based chocolate company Mid-Day Squares.  Described as the "first functional chocolate bars" and “everything a protein bar wishes it was,” Mid-Day Squares combine plant-based proteins and superfoods.  Tune in to learn about how Jake and his team is planning to take on the snack world.  Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

Ryan and his colleague Susan Pak discuss digital transformation  in the retail industry  with Etienne Mérineau,  cofounder of HeyDay.   The conversational AI platform  was recently acquired by another Canadian business, Hootsuite.  Mérineau discusses how  technology has reshaped the brand experience and ways retailers can stay relevant. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week, Ryan speaks with Franco Rocchi, senior director of marketing  at Le Chateau. In this episode, they discuss the return of Le Chateau, Montreal's fashion ecosystem, and the future of shopping. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.

This week, Ryan speaks with serial entrepreneur Aslaug Magnusdottir. They discuss how she entered the industry from Gilt, Moda Operandi, and her new project with Katla which focuses on sustainable and local manufacturing. Topics on fashion technology, blockchain, overproduction, and the new sustainability were also discussed. Ryan’s Rants & Raves is a podcast series on fashion, design and all things Québec produced by the Québec Government Office in New York and hosted by Fashion Attaché Ryan McInturf.