In this episode of 10x Your Team with Cam & Otis, Patrick Mate of Patriot Jean Co shares his entrepreneurial journey of rebuilding an American-made denim supply chain. Patrick discusses the challenges and triumphs of sourcing materials domestically in a post-COVID world, emphasizing the importance of persistence and relationship-building in the face of countless rejections. The conversation delves into the complexities of reconnecting fragmented supply chains, the value of American manufacturing, and the unexpected opportunities that arise from taking bold entrepreneurial risks. Whether you're an aspiring business owner or a seasoned leader, this episode offers valuable insights on resilience, innovation, and the power of community in building a successful enterprise.


More About Patrick:

In late 2022, Patrick founded Patriot Jean Co, a testament to his belief in American craftsmanship and quality. With a spark of curiosity, he ventured to the heart of North Carolina's historical denim industry, immersing himself in a Denim 101 class. Not only did he gain deep insights into the craft of jean making and forging deep contacts in the industry, but he also saw the potential to rejuvenate the proud legacy of American denim.

Harnessing his background in supply chain and program management, Patrick established an exclusive partnership in the Fashion District of L.A., focusing on the design and quality of the jeans. Going a step further, he orchestrated a supply chain team dedicated to sourcing every material from within the USA. From denim to zippers and even the labels and tags, Patrick ensured that Patriot Jean Co's commitment to American-made products remained unwavering, even if it meant restarting dormant factory lines and absorbing additional costs.

The statistics are startling. Every year, 450 million pairs of jeans are sold in the USA, but most are produced in countries like China, Turkey, Pakistan, and Vietnam. By 2017, all major denim jeans brands had offshored their production processes. Today, the average pair of jeans embarks on a 17,000-mile journey before finding a home with a US consumer. Patriot Jean Co is here to change that narrative.

By choosing us, you're not only investing in a superior pair of jeans but also contributing to bringing jobs back to the USA. Beyond jeans, our commitment to American-made products extends to everything we offer, including our range of trucker hats, t-shirts, and more.

Join us in celebrating and reviving the spirit of American craftsmanship. Patriot Jean Co - where quality meets pride.


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Chapters:

0:02 - Intro
2:11 - Why Jeans?
11:18 - Rebuilding Supply Chains
18:21 - Leading Production
21:35 - Patriotism
35:39 - Community
39:43 - Dispersed Teams
43:00 -End

Patrick Mate
Website: https://www.patriotjeanco.com/
Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickmate/
Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/patriotjeanco/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patriotjeanco/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patriotjeanco/
https://www.facebook.com/patriotjeanco/

How can you elevate your influence in every conversation? In this episode of 10x Your Team with Cam & Otis, communication expert Stacey Hanke shares her insights on becoming a truly influential communicator. Drawing from her 20-year journey from voice-over artist to Fortune 500 consultant, Stacey reveals why titles don't matter and how trust and credibility are the real currency of influence. She discusses practical strategies for raising self-awareness, eliminating distractions, and authentically connecting with your audience. Whether you're giving high-stakes presentations or engaging in casual conversations, tune in to discover how you can transform your communication skills and boost your influence, Monday to Monday.

More About Stacey:
Stacey Hanke, a pioneer in influential communication strategies, began her career in voice-overs, learning that every word matters and delivery is the key to being remembered. After twenty years of research, Stacey learned that titles don’t matter. Real influence requires trust and credibility—two factors determined by how we show up, communicate, and connect. Because of this, professionals at any level can influence action, motivate decisions, and drive momentum in every conversation.

Stacey empowers Fortune 500 executives to raise their awareness and see themselves through the eyes and ears of their listeners. By doing so, she helps leaders uncover distractions that keep them from achieving unparalleled success.

Stacey’s transformative, humor-filled presentations teach audiences to replace modern communication hurdles with proven strategies that capture attention, authentically connect, and move people to action. From high-stakes presentations to casual conversations, prepare to elevate your communication skills and raise your level of influence, Monday to Monday®.


#10xYourTeam #CommunicationSkills #Influence #LeadershipDevelopment #PublicSpeaking #ExecutivePresence #TrustBuilding #Authenticity #SelfAwareness #ProfessionalGrowth #CorporateCommunication #PersonalBranding #EffectiveCommunication #LeadershipCommunication #PresentationSkills #CommunicationExpert #CareerDevelopment #BusinessCommunication #PersonalInfluence #ProfessionalDevelopment

Chapters:

0:02 - Intro
2:05 - Notes & Feedback
5:11 - Executive Presence
11:16 - Adapting
16:23 - Influence & Authority
23:32 - Buy-In
32:39 - Saying No
39:47 - Titles
47:51 - Scaling Influence
51:00 -End

Stacey Hanke
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceyhanke/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StaceyHankeInc
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/staceyhankeinc/
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/staceyhanke
Website: https://staceyhankeinc.com/

Dr. Robin Desmore joins Camden and Otis on this episode of 10x Your Team to discuss being a lifelong learner, serving others, and taking care of yourself. Why do you really want that new title? How can you create a culture of respect in your team? And what do you do when you realize that no one is coming to help you? Otis, Camden, and Robin answer all these questions and much more in this fun and insightful episode!

More About Dr. Robin:

Dr. Robin Desmore founded Avant-Garde Concepts LLC to meet the growing need to support the innovative solutions gaps between technology and business acumen. With extensive experience working for major government contractors and leveraging expertise as a researcher with the learning perspectives as a professor and educator, Dr. Desmore seeks to bridge the gap for small businesses needing services and support to build and gain momentum in the Federal and Defense industry while providing the Federal Government with conducive and innovative services. Avant-Garde Concepts LLC provides tailored consulting, strategic planning, and services support in contracts, compliance, procurement, acquisition, risk, and technology, helping businesses stay competitive and the government more effective. Leveraging a team of subject matter experts, Dr. Desmore seeks to foster a culture of diversity, innovation, and excellence, driving sustainable growth and client-focused services.


#10xYourTeam #DrRobinDesmore #LeadershipDevelopment #LifelongLearning #ServeOthers #SelfCare #TeamCulture #RespectInLeadership #PodcastEpisode #10xYourTeam #LeadershipInsights #GrowthMindset

Chapters:
0:03 - Intro
3:07 - Continuous Learning
7:14 - Titles
14:23 - Respect
23:27 - Chasing Titles
27:35 - Serving Others
35:50 - No One Is Coming To Save You
50:54 - Lifelong Learning
54:00 -End


Dr. Robin Desmore
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robindesmore/
Website: https://avantgardeconceptsllc.com/