I was poached by a startup but had to sell my business of 14 years to join. I don't regret my decision.

Launching a business in 2008 was tough; my friends were getting laid off, but I was optimistic. You can only go up from the bottom.

The company started online, keeping no inventory and making everything to order, allowing us to identify our target customer - young professional males.

We've been profitable since year two, winning awards and garnering press until the pandemic threw everything off track, requiring a pivot.

I learned and grew the company for 14 years before selling 9Tailors and joining LookSky as chief brand officer, doubling my salary.

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