EPISODE · Sep 20, 2017 · 1H 6M
How Perfecting a Bag Became the Adventure of a Lifetime: Andrea Weinberg
from LIBERTY ROAD with Nada Jones · host LIBERTY ROAD
Andrea Weinberg is the Founder and CEO of ANDI, a line of bags made for the daily commute or adventure travels. While in the midst of completing her MBA and working a full-time job, Andrea identified a gap in the accessories industry. She needed a bag that she could use for work, travel, and daily life that was both durable and luxurious. Andrea’s curiosity led her to embark on an adventure of developing the ANDI bag. In this episode, learn how Andrea’s background in litigation technology sales, her knowledge of travel, and an MBA created a thriving business. Andrea deep dives into the world of manufacturing. She offers advice on how to source materials, create a pattern, develop strong relationships with manufacturers, and encourages you to never hesitate to ask for advice or help. Andrea also offers her perspective on social impact. She encourages us to develop products that embody one’s social impact values. Andrea’s passion is contagious and will encourage you to take that next step in your own entrepreneurial adventure. Please follow Andrea and ANDI @theandibrand on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Be sure to check out the ANDI bag at www.theandibrand.com. Don't forget to follow us at @libertyforher on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Please let us know your thoughts about this episode by using the hashtag #libertysessions and please rate and review us—it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Andrea Weinberg is the Founder and CEO of ANDI, a line of bags made for the daily commute or adventure travels. While in the midst of completing her MBA and working a full-time job, Andrea identified a gap in the accessories industry. She needed a bag that she could use for work, travel, and daily life that was both durable and luxurious. Andrea’s curiosity led her to embark on an adventure of developing the ANDI bag. In this episode, learn how Andrea’s background in litigation technology sales, her knowledge of travel, and an MBA created a thriving business. Andrea deep dives into the world of manufacturing. She offers advice on how to source materials, create a pattern, develop strong relationships with manufacturers, and encourages you to never hesitate to ask for advice or help. Andrea also offers her perspective on social impact. She encourages us to develop products that embody one’s social impact values. Andrea’s passion is contagious and will encourage you to take that next step in your own entrepreneurial adventure. Please follow Andrea and ANDI @theandibrand on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. Be sure to check out the ANDI bag at www.theandibrand.com. Don't forget to follow us at @libertyforher on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Please let us know your thoughts about this episode by using the hashtag #libertysessions and please rate and review us—it helps to know if this podcast is inspiring and equipping you to launch and grow your ventures. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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