The Jason Cavness Experience

Daniel Shaw - Footwear Innovator | Building Iconic Brands and Projects from Brooklyn to Vietnam Empowering Businesses with 25+ Years of Industry Expertise.

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Daniel’s Bio

My journey in the fashion industry began in 1992 with Walkerwear in New York City. Over the years, I gained invaluable experience working with renowned brands such as Maurice Malone, P-H-A-T Farm, and others before launching my own brand, Pure Players, in the late 90s and early 2000s.

I went on to establish 1020 Blues and secured licensing deals with major companies like Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Remy Martin, and Nayak. I also developed TRPL, a brand deeply connected to the hip-hop scene, collaborating with many prominent rappers. My career has taken me across the globe, including eight years in China.

Where I focused on footwear and clothing manufacturing. For the past four years, I've been based in Vietnam, where we're expanding our operations. We're planning to open facilities and freestanding retail shops that not only offer apparel but also contribute to re-gentrifying local neighborhoods.

Our most recent and exciting venture is the launch of Soul Alley, a brand that embodies the fusion of cultures and the spirit of innovation that has driven my career.

We talked about the following and other items

Early Career in Fashion and Business

Transition to Asia and Business Expansion

Life in Vietnam and Business Insights

Challenges and Opportunities in the Footwear Industry

Cultural Exchange and Business Strategies

Reflections on Hip Hop and Cultural Influence

Future of Business and Technology

Factory Visit and Production Challenges

Global Fashion Trends and IP Theft

Design Process and Market Dynamics

Sustainability and Textile Waste

Affordability and Market Strategy

Opening a Factory in Vietnam

Quality Control and Market Trust

Finding Customers and Building a Brand

Innovation and Manufacturing

Personal Growth and Influence

Future of Vietnam and Personal Goals

Travel and Luggage Preferences

Cultural Awareness and Social Responsibility

Personal Reflections and Social Observations

Daily Routine and Efficiency Advice

Daniel’s Social Media Daniel’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielshaw-footwearspecialist/

Daniel’s Advice

Don't ever let anybody tell you you can't do something. I'm using myself as a guinea pig to that, because I came from Brooklyn. Grew up in the 90s. I lived in Vietnam, China, Korea, several other places and countries.

If you asked 100 people, they would have told you that this wasn't supposed to happen. So the journey, the destination is unknown. The journey is fucking dope. I'm staying on it, rocking it until the wheels fall off. You know, life is good. Life is good.