True Masculinity through Responsibility
Introducing Andrew Park and Urbane & Gallant
Andrew Park is a man who likes to ponder the true meaning of masculinity. If you look at most representations of masculinity in pop culture three themes seem to arise: beer, sex, and sports. There is more to a man isn’t there? Andrew definitely believes so. He sees the defining characteristic of masculinity being responsibility. Andrew expands on this theory with his B Corp menswear company Urbane & Gallant, which not only makes clothes to make you feel like a man but also inspire you to be a better person. Check out this week’s Boiling Point to see how your next suit could help tackle the issue of human trafficking.
In this episode
Andrew tells us how soul searching the essence of masculinity while attending USC helped him develop an idea for Urbane & Gallant.
Andrew goes on to tell us why he believes responsibility is main component of manhood.
He explains that when you have a great brand your customer’s “sticker-shock” seems to fade.
He tells why every item designed for Urbane & Gallant is named after an inspiring man.
We hear how women are finding the responsible man sexy.
Andrew tells us that to have a great company you need to be excellent in three areas.
Dave loves Andrews’s passion and mission and is drawn to the company as something to support.
Greg suggests you check out the documentary, “Slaves of Dubai” on VICE.
Links
- Urbane & Gallant Website
- Andrew on Linked In
- Andrew on Twitter
- Urbane & Gallant on Twitter
- VICE's Slaves of Dubai
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