Noah Stern and Ayal Twik, co-founders of Moose Knuckles, share their journey from family fashion roots and degrees in law and business to transforming the premium outerwear market. They discuss their strategic approach to licensing, production, and carving a niche with edgy, fashion-forward designs. The episode highlights their unique marketing tactics, wholesale partnerships, and success in the Asian market. Reflecting on building a “non-luxury luxury” brand, Noah and Ayal offer personal stories, key challenges, and insights for aspiring entrepreneurs, showcasing how Moose Knuckles became a fashion icon.
Noah Stern https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-stern-9439a44/?originalSubdomain=ca
Ayal Twik https://www.linkedin.com/in/ayaltwik/?originalSubdomain=ca
Moose Knuckles website https://www.mooseknucklescanada.com/
Moose Knuckles Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mooseknucklescanada/
Show Notes:
05:40 First Venture: Student Sphere
07:36 Founding Stay22
09:35 Challenges and Growth
17:09 Pandemic Impact and Pivot
22:57 Exploring New Opportunities in a Growing Market
24:04 Innovating for Content Creators
32:08 Navigating Financial Challenges
33:21 Achieving Traction and Profitability
36:48 Maintaining a Frugal and Efficient Culture
39:22 Scaling the Team and Expanding Partnerships
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