Connor Curran

Season Seven of Beyond PR continues with entrepreneur, community builder and advocate for Canadian-made apparel with a social impact - Connor Curran. Connor is the Co-Founder & Chief Laundry Folder of Local Laundry, a Calgary-based clothing brand and leading force in Canadian apparel. After spending time abroad, he was inspired to create a locally made, impact-driven apparel company that is focused on community connection. In this episode, Connor reflects on his parents’ immigration from Ireland and the entrepreneurial values that inspired his own path. He shares insights on the realities of building a business for the long term, the evolution of Local Laundry and how Calgary's community spirit has helped shape the brand's identity.