Nick and Garrett Bernardo of Novus

On this episode of Capital Connect, we sit down with brothers Nick and Garrett Bernardo, co-founders of Albany’s own NOVUS. What began as a college side-hustle printing tank tops for their university baseball teammates has evolved into a premier custom sportswear brand that outfits athletic programs, local businesses, and professional athletes nationwide.Nick and Garrett share the inspiring story behind their brand’s driving mantra, “Claim Your Crown,” and how living with passion, conviction, and perseverance fueled their entrepreneurial journey. Because our mission at GTM HR & Payroll is to help organizations build thriving, engaged workforces, we take a special deep dive into the internal culture at NOVUS. The brothers discuss the principles of servant leadership, how they maintain a tight-knit "family feel" while rapidly scaling their operations, and the intentional strategies they use to build a truly great place to work right here in the Capital Region.Whether you're a local business leader, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just a fan of community-driven success stories, tune in to discover how to empower your team to chase their dreams both on and off the field!Links & Resources:Learn more about NOVUS: novuscustom.comDiscover how GTM HR & Payroll can help elevate your workplace culture.