Ace Marks: Paul Farago

Thank you for tuning into "Starting Small", a podcast about brand development, entrepreneurship, and innovation in the modern world. In this episode, I am joined by Paul Farago, founder of Ace Marks, premium Italian dress shoes, sold DTC. Growing up, Paul was nurtured into a family that also had a passion for the shoe business, where he was grounded into the ins and outs of entrepreneurship. Paul went on to study finance and marketing at the University of Miami, which ultimately led him back to the family business.  After his time at the family business, Paul went on to get a law degree to become a commercial litigator. Though he ventured on this new path, he never truly left the family business, especially given the 2008 financial crisis. With the expertise built both in the shoe business and in law, an obvious issue came clear to Paul... if you want a premium, luxury shoe, there is a painful price to follow. Taking this problem, Paul went on to solve it by discovering a small factory in Italy and collaborated on making Italian leather shoes, with top of the line craftsmanship... Welcome to Ace Marks, luxury footwear, without the middleman markups.  Make sure to check out Ace Marks at: https://www.acemarks.com/   Follow Starting Small: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingsmallpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Startingsmallpod/?modal=admin_todo_tour LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/cameronnagle   Support for Starting Small comes from Humanscale, the leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products that help create a healthier work life. All of their products, from chairs to standing desks and more, are comfortable, easy to use, and sustainable. And great for either the office or the work from home environment. With an increase in shifting workplaces, comfort can be especially hard to find. As I run the podcast, I am in front of my desk for hours a day; from scheduling, researching, interviewing, and more. Humanscale allows me to remain productive, without the consequence of body stress to follow.  Make sure to check out Humanscale at humanscale.com, and use code: STARTINGSMALL at checkout to save 20% on your purchase.   With everything opening back up, traveling is starting to sprout. Making sure that your valuables are protected during transportation is vital, and the luggage responsible, must be trusted. Coolife Luggage offers high quality luggage at a very affordable cost. Make sure to check it out for yourself at: https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/05614D15-F57B-41FE-9CA3-950C7F296B13?ingress=0&visitId=84ab07b6-2444-40cd-a5f2-2105ef7641f5