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“Once you take care of yourself - now you have more bandwidth to take care of others.” says Fola Lawson

August 21, 2023 • Larvetta Loftin • Season 5 • Episode 57

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Episode 57:

Guest Name: Fola Lawson

Guest Business: Southern Gents

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of Black Businesses Matter, I had the opportunity to sit down with Fola Lawson. As the Creative Director of Southern Gents, a lifestyle brand that aims to unite gentlemen around the world, Fola explains the mission behind creating an accessible brand that motivates men to show up as their best selves. Fola describes the importance of style and how it can amplify your mental wellness. He emphasizes the importance of being selfish and taking time for yourself to be of service to your community. He walks us through the origins of Southern Gents in Houston, Texas and how it has evolved over the years into a brand that offers more than just classic accessories. We discuss his personal journey with finding his style, showing up as his best self and providing opportunities to connect with other men who share the same values as him to create a platform to uplift his community. Fola and his team have built a menswear staple brand, with an unwavering dedication to delivering classic timeless pieces to Gentlemen across the country. Southern Gents currently serves over 30,000 customers, and over 25 countries and counting.

If you want to learn more about Fola and Southern Gents this is the episode for you.

IN THIS EPISODE, I TALK ABOUT…

Where did Fola's inspiration come from?
How Fola decided to stand out amongst his peers.
Fola created an accessible brand that gives men pride in their appearance.
What does it mean to be a Southern Gent?
How to live intentionally to help take care of your community.
Creating a space to grow with your businesses and not limiting yourself
The evolution of style & lifestyle in the corporate work space.
The importance of looking good and how it translates to your mental health.

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Be sure to follow our podcast on Instagram. I can't wait to see you join us and take the pledge of #blackbusinessesmatter

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Larvetta L. Loftin

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