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Zero To Travel Podcast10 Key Principles That Built a $40M Business While Traveling with Dan DemskyWhat if you could build a business that funds your dream lifestyle without sacrificing travel and freedom?Dan Demsky is the co-founder and CEO of Unbound Merino, a premium Merino wool clothing brand that has redefined minimalist, high-performance fashion. Dan has built Unbound Merino into an eight-figure global business while working fully remotely as a digital nomad. Since launching via a highly successful crowdfunding campaign, Unbound Merino has grown to be a $40M global brand beloved by travelers, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to simplify their wardrobe with sustainable, multi-functional clothing.2025-04-031h 33
The Maverick Show: Remote Entrepreneurship and World TravelScaling Unbound Merino to a $40 Million Business While Traveling the World as a Digital Nomad with Dan DemskyLearn the tactics to start a remote business from scratch and scale it to $40 million/year while traveling the world. _____________________________Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest travel gear I'm using, my favorite destinations, discounts for special events, etc.).Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram ____________________________________In Part 2 of my interview with Dan Demsky, we pull back the curtain and do a deep dive into...2025-03-101h 00
The Maverick Show: Remote Entrepreneurship and World TravelCo-Founding Unbound Merino, Summiting Cotopaxi, and the Value of Stillness with Dan DemskyLean why stillness and connection to nature are so important for a high-performance 8-figure remote business owner. _____________________________Subscribe to The Maverick Show’s Monday Minute Newsletter where I email you 3 short items of value to start each week that you can consume in 60 seconds (all personal recommendations like the latest travel gear I'm using, my favorite destinations, discounts for special events, etc.).Follow The Maverick Show on Instagram ____________________________________Dan Demsky joins Matt from Buenos Aires for a virtual wine night. He starts off talking about growing up in Toronto, reflect...2025-03-0353 min
From Startup to Wunder BrandFrom $1,500 to $40M: The Unbound Merino StoryLearn about scaling a remote-first business, leveraging UGC and paid advertising, and balancing sustainability with innovation. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned professional, this episode is packed with valuable insights and motivation.📌 Timestamps:0:00 - The journey of Unbound Merino1:00 - Bootstrapping with $1,5003:00 - Remote work and the digital nomad lifestyle6:00 - Challenges and opportunities of scaling to $40M8:00 - The unique benefits of Merino wool11:00 - Sustainability in the fashion industry16:00 - Marketing strategies: UGC vs. paid ads20:00 - The rise of TikTok and modern advertising26:00 - Personal branding: Is...2025-01-2031 min
Worldwise Wealth275. Transforming Travel Wear with Unbound Merino | Dan DemskyDan Demsky, co-founder of Unbound Merino, a revolutionary brand renowned for its travel-friendly Merino wool clothing, discusses his entrepreneurial journey from personal travel frustrations to creating sustainable, versatile clothing. We discuss the natural benefits of Merino wool, early challenges, a successful crowdfunding campaign, and the brand's expansion into men's and women's fashion. Use code NOMAD10 to get 10% off your next order!Unbound Merino WebsiteWorldwise Capital LinksInstagramYoutubeWebsiteJoin the Telegram GroupBook a Strategy Session2024-12-0528 min
WFH NomadGuest Speaker Dan Demsky - The Digital Nomad CEO: Running a $40M Brand from AnywhereDan Demsky is the co-founder and CEO of Unbound Merino, a premium clothing brand that has redefined minimalist, high-performance fashion. With a focus on creating versatile, timeless garments from Merino wool, Dan has built Unbound Merino into an eight-figure global business while working fully remotely as a digital nomad. Since launching via a highly successful crowdfunding campaign, Unbound Merino has grown to be a $40M global brand beloved by travelers, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to simplify their wardrobe with sustainable, multi-functional clothing.
Dan’s journey is a masterclass in entrepreneurship and brand building. From bootstrapping the business to...2024-10-3040 min
Millionaire University187. How Dan Crowdfunded $400,000 to Bring His Vision of Travel-Ready Clothing to Life!What if the key to your next big business idea isn’t a lightning bolt of inspiration, but a problem you’ve faced yourself? In this episode hosted by Kirsten Tyrrel, Dan Demsky reveals how solving a personal pain point helped him to launch Unbound Merino, a globally recognized apparel brand. Dan shares his entire journey, from a risky leap with a crowdfunding campaign to building a company that’s revolutionizing the way travelers prepare for their next adventure. He also discusses the importance of taking action even when the odds are against you, how he and his team overca...2024-10-2845 min
Creator to Creators With Meosha BeanCreator to Creators S5 Ep 12 Richard Peshkin“The World Needs Music,” the title track for composer Richard Peshkin’s recentlyreleased album, is a fun, beautiful pop song that shares a royal lineage in both itsmusical heritage and message.“It’s fairly obvious that the world is in a total state of disunity, chaos and disharmony,”said Richard, “and there’s so little that unites people and so much that createsdivisions.”And music, he said, is one of the two things he’s seen that unites people. The second issports.“You can go to a football game, and you don’t even know the person n...2024-02-1334 min
Ecom GoldHow To Sell Wool: Dominating the Travel Market with Unbound Marino's Innovative ApparelIn today's episode, Finn is joined by new guest, Dan Demsky, the co-founder and CEO of Unbound Marino. Join us as we dive into the world of entrepreneurship and discover how to sell wool. We'll hear about Dan's journey and the challenges faced when starting his apparel brand for travellers. From the importance of positioning and narrowing marketing to creating a fun and collaborative work culture, we'll explore the secrets behind their success. Get ready for an inspiring and insightful conversation on building a business and finding fulfilment along the way. So, grab your headphones and let's dive in!2023-09-141h 12
Office Hours with David MeltzerDan Demsky, Vedant Gupta, Dr. Randall BelDan DemskyWith a desire to make single-bag travel a reality for all, Dan launched Unbound Merino in 2016 with lifelong friends and fellow travelers, Andrew Cariboni and Dima Zelikman. After years of researching, designing and prototyping, they have created the most stylish, versatile and highest performing Merino wool clothing that’s made specifically for travel and everyday life.Vedant GuptaVedant has now done about 1,500 star interviews and hosted shows on his Instagram Live. The stars he has talked to include the biggest names: Patrick Mahomes, Zion Williamson, Magic Johnson, Snoop Dogg, etc....2023-08-0452 min
DTC PodcastEp 316: Ultrafine Branding, and ASMR Creative with Dan Demsky from Unbound MerinoTo Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signup
Welcome to DTC Podcast, I'm Eric Dyck. Today we're spinning up a conversation with Dan Demsky, founder of my personal favorite apparel brand Unbound Merino.
https://unboundmerino.com (DTCFAM promo code)
I've been a fan of this miraculous material for years, but no brand has nailed comfort, luxury and lifestyle like Unbound has in this market.
Today's podcast goes deep on Dan's steady growth journey to 8 figures with improving...2023-06-2651 min
Travel With MeaningEpisode 106: Dan DemskyEpisode 106 of the podcast features a conversation with Co-Founder and CEO of Unbound Merino,Dan Demsky. An intrepid business leader, and serial entrepreneur, Dan started Unbound Merino as a way to offer travelers freedom through simplicity. In just five years, Dan has transformed the company from a small crowdfunding campaign to an international brand worn by travelers, entrepreneurs, and minimalists across the globe. With a wealth of knowledge and experience in the startup space, Dan has appeared on BNN Bloomberg and has been featured in publications such as Forbes, The Globe and Mail, VICE, and more. He is also a...2023-05-1148 min
Weekly Fascination#12 Demsky, Ambient Trip-hop BeatmakerDemsky - Ambient Trip-hop Beatmaker
Demsky’s tracks reflect the social movements around him. Adaption, compassion, relationships and how we form them are themes explored through interlacing layers of innovative synthesizer.
Soundcloud:
https://soundcloud.com/demsky
Tour schedule:
https://www.songkick.com/artists/10076060-demsky
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Unbound Merino clothing (Dan Demsky): https://unboundmerino.com/
High Fade: https://www.instagram.com/highfademusic/
John Scofield - Uberjam: https://youtu.be/OcyZuqO-vxY
John Scofield – A Go Go: https://youtu.be/-PXOr681_VU
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The Story of a BrandUnbound Merino - Where You can Live Life on Your Own TermsThis episode is brought to you by Sendlane. Dan says, “If I weren't the co-founder of this company, I would be a customer because… we make products that cater to people just like me and we try to convey through the ethos of our brand the messaging that life could be lived on your own terms. And that makes it easy to relate to our customers and have thoughtful and effective marketing that appeals to them. I sometimes feel like when we're writing ads, we're writing them for me.” Today, we interview...2023-03-2354 min
The Kara Goldin Show356 Dan Demsky: CEO & Co-founder of Unbound MerinoI am thrilled to have Dan Demsky, CEO & Co-founder of Unbound Merino, with us here today. Unbound Merino is a versatile, high performance & sustainable clothing line for men and women made from Merino wool, “nature’s miracle fabric” that holds the capabilities to insulate heat when it’s cold and breathe comfortably when it’s warm. Dan started Unbound Merino from a small crowdfunding campaign and has created an international brand worn by travelers, entrepreneurs and minimalists across the globe. He has taken an idea that he was passionate about and turned it into not only a reality but an excitin...2023-02-2237 min
We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women224: The 10 Places to Visit Before You Die (and How to Pack a Killer Carry-On Too), with Unbound Merino Founder, Dan DemskyNot to be fatalistic, but we've only got so much time on this gorgeous planet... why not spend some time dreaming up your next trip?!
This week I'm sitting down with the founder of (incredibly packable, stylish and versatile) Unbound Merino, Dan Demsky, and daydreaming about some amazing places to add to your travel list.
From Slovenia to Vermont to Tokyo and back again, Dan walks us through the amazing destinations he's visited and loved, and throws in some amazing advice for packing light, too.
Bon voyage!
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The Needle Movement Podcast2023: Education, Copywriting, Email, New Blood.It’s our first episode of the new year. Our #1 goal for 2023 is to make growth stress-free. No more late night freak-outs or tense meetings about hitting revenue numbers. We’ll review four initiatives that set you up for success: Education, Copywriting, Email Marketing and Customer Acquisition. They all work together to give savvy brands an enormous edge. We’ll cover how education sets you up for elite performance, why copywriting is the secret sauce to better results and how to balance getting new audiences in with keeping your current customers on cloud nine. Also incl...2023-01-0328 min
My Biggest Lessons with Chris MeadeIt's easier your second time around - Dan Demsky Unbound MerinoChris Meade used Gorgias to generate over $1,000,000 in retail sales, learn how he did, and you can too.Dan Demsky is a co-founder of Unbound Merino. A premium apparel company made for travel. 3:45 Getting started and positioning a premium brand online 9:35 How do customers understand about Merino and the properties.11:35 Do customers come back or buy more.13:25 The skills from a video production company that helped to launch an ecommerce brand with customers instead of clients.15:20 Biggest lessons and mistakes, including hiring much faster than they could keep up...2022-09-2025 min
The Start Up LifeEpisode Title: How To Live Like A Minimalist Featuring Dan Demsky (Co-Founder of Unbound Merino)-The Startup LifeEpisode Title: How To Live Like A Minimalist Featuring Dan Demsky (Co-Founder of Unbound Merino)-The Startup Life
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Down to Earth with Terry VirtsEPS 10: Terry Virts Talks to Dan Demsky - Toronto-based entrepreneur & Co-Founder of Unbound MerinoDan Demsky is a Toronto-based entrepreneur and Co-Founder of Unbound Merino– the high-performance clothing brand known for sweat-wicking, wrinkle-resistant, anti-bacterial Merino wool styles that stay clean and fresh for weeks on end. Looking for a solution to minimize packing for longer adventures, he discovered the benefits of merino wool and launched Unbound Merino in 2016 with lifelong friends and fellow travelers Andrew Cariboni and Dima Zelikman. Today, Unbound Merino is available in 100+ countries and worn by countless travelers all over the world. https://terryvirts.com/ Twitter: @AstroTerry Instagram: astro_terry2021-06-091h 11
eCommerce Marketing PodcastHow to Get a Product Off-the-Ground Using Crowdfunding - with Dan DemskyMarketing Strategies Revealed in this Episode: What is crowdfunding and how does it work? How to get a product off-the-ground using crowdfunding How to plan a crowdfunding campaign strategy Examples of organizations/businesses that have been successful with crowdfunding 2021-04-1935 min
Lead Today3. Dan Demsky | Unbound Merino - Burgers, Clothes and Things that Don't Scale to Successfully Build a 7 Figure E-Commerce BrandIn This Episode:
Dan Demsky shares about successfully building Unbound from the ground up using crowdfunding, sheer determination and persistence. We talk art, restaurants, and doing things that don't scale in order to build a company.
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Your Personal CFO | Entrepreneurship | Solopreneur | Part-time CFO | Accounting | Inspiration | Motivation |Owner of the Clothing Brand: "Unbound Merino": Dan DemskyOur guest this week Dan Demsky, discusses: -Learning Mandarin Chinese -Pivoting and coming out stronger after the pandemic decreased sales for a while. -Strategies for Saving/Investing Money, Finding Internal Peace and Getting consistent exercise -What Dan's "full on hustle" looks like. -Favorite book, food to cook, place to visit and charity to give back to.2021-04-1920 min
Lead Today1. Welcome - Who am I to do this?In this episode:
I discuss why I, Kalyna Miletic, started this show.
I share the what, why, where, when and how of the Lead Today show.
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Pitstop with Sarah LevingerInvesting And Trusting In Your SEO Strategy - Dan DemskyBuilding an effective SEO strategy to promote your brand and online retail space can often be a frustrating uphill task. According to Unbound Merino co-founder Dan Demsky, it‘s a game of patient investment, faith in your long term strategy and trusting the right people to get the job done. Rather than rushing for some quick come-and-go clicks, follow these simple but effective steps to get your company, product and brand out to be seen. Don’t try to handle it yourself. SEO optimization is incredibly complex and requires a commitment of time that you simply don’t have wh...2021-03-1511 min
Pitstop with Sarah LevingerLimited Time Offers And The Last-Chance Buyer - Dan DemskyWhile luxury wool-wear is his business, Dan Demsky of Unbound Merino understands that modern consumers often seek a level of involvement beyond simply clothing themselves. They want to be part of dynamic brands and exciting communities, and nothing drives that sensation of inclusion and exclusion like the fear of missing out (FOMO). If a company finds themselves in the possession of a limited-quantity product, or at the end-of-life of a popular item, then they have an incredible opportunity to crank their customer relationship up to 11, ever so briefly, in a fit of popular-scarcity that could sustain them t...2021-03-1209 min
Pitstop with Sarah LevingerPivot, Don't Panic; Salvaging Sales During A Global CrisisWhen international and domestic travel ground to a halt a year ago, Toronto entrepreneur Dan Demsky's Unbound Merino found themselves facing a unique situation; the lifestyle they sold had ceased to exist; there's no need for high quality wool clothes for travel when there no one is traveling, be it for business or pleasure. His brand was, in normal times, on point, his product high quality, and his supply line strong, but Demsky faced disaster if Unbound Merino couldn't effectively pivot away from its core message, and reinvent themselves for a COVID 19 world. While sales tanked for March and...2021-03-1116 min
Secrets To Scaling Your Ecommerce BrandEp 148: Rapidly Adapt Your Marketing Strategy with Dan Demsky, Co-Founder of Unbound MerinoSend us a textUnbound Merino took a painful hit to their sales and growth when the pandemic hit in March of 2020. The brand’s travel-centric messaging stopped working and paid traffic was no longer a profitable growth engine. But Dan saw an opportunity to evolve the messaging and pivoted to a new channel to regain that lost momentum. Maximizing customer LTV became the new focus as Dan saw the incredible unrealized opportunity within the brand’s email list. Since then, momentum has returned to the brand as they have achieved a 50% returning customer rate. In today’s epis...2021-01-1934 min
The Startup LifeDan Demsky (Co-Founder Of Unbound Merino)In this episode we talk, Dan Demsky (Co-Founder Of Unbound Merino) as we discuss his clothing brand, why working with his best friend is not a bad thing, and more. Follow The Startup Life Podcast Facebook Page Want gear from The Startup Life? Check out our gear! Check out other great podcasts from The Binge Podcast Network. Written by: Dominic Lawson Executive Producers: Dominic Lawson and Kenda Lawson Music Credits: **Show Theme** Behind Closed Doors - Otis McDonald **Break Theme** Ci...2021-01-1539 min
ContenderCast with Justin HonamanUNBOUND MERINO :: SEE MORE OF THE WORLD WITHOUT THE BURDEN OF BULKY LUGGAGEUnbound Merino was created by three lifelong friends who were drawn to the incredible natural benefits of Merino wool. The fabric was perfectly suited for travel, but it was typically designed as high performance outdoor activewear, with flashy logos and unnecessary embellishments. They wanted something that did that and also looked great at a restaurant, in a museum, at a rock concert and out on the town. And thus, Unbound Merino was born. Dan Demsky, co-founder, joins Justin to discuss launching the initial crowdfunding campaign and fueling the fast-growing business.2020-11-2532 min
The Dance Of Life Podcast with Tudor Alexander216: Crowdfunding, Entrepreneurship & Travel with Dan DemskyEpisode 216: Crowdfunding, Entrepreneurship & Travel with Dan Demsky This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.danceoflife.com/subscribe2020-11-131h 08
Hitting The MarkUnbound Merino: Dan Demsky, Co-FounderIf you launch a t-shirt brand in this day and age and you find a way to stand out, you bet I’ll have you on my show. And that is exactly what Dan Demsky did by co-founding a Merino wool clothing brand that is high-performance yet stylish. Dan was running a Creative Agency but sought to pivot into offering an eCommerce product that allows for scaling instead. That was the goal, then the journey of finding an actual need to built a brand around started. In this fascinating conversation, we talk...2020-11-0648 min
Entrepreneurs ExposedThe "anti-consumerism" consumer brandDan Demsky is the co-founder of Unbound Merino - a clothing brand that has its nailed positioning around product quality, and lifestyle. In this EP we discuss Unbound's success with Facebook ad buys, why top entrepreneurs wear a "uniform", whether Amazon is going to move fast into luxury goods, and more. EP Sponsor: RBCCall your RBC Advisor or contact the RBC Advice Centre at 1-800-ROYAL20 EP Sponsor: Bruushhttps://bruush.com/ - use the code E215 for a 15% discount. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...2020-11-0236 min
The Unconventional Path: Entrepreneurship and Innovation Stories and Ideas.EP-101 Dan Demsky - Unbound MerinoThis week's guest is Dan Demsky. Dan, along with his two best friends, founded Unbound Merino. The company offers the highest quality merino wool clothing. Pack light, save money & enjoy the comfort of our merino wool t-shirts, socks & underwear. It's a great story on how to start a business, use crowdfunding to get launched and constantly build your brand and the connection with your customers. Dan's concept of manufacturing your own momentum is a wonderful take-a-way for all entrepreneurs.
You can check out Unbound Merino here:
https://unboundmerino.com/
We love to hear from our listeners, send us your questions...2020-10-2640 min
Brandon Stover On LifeDan Demsky On How To Go From Chaos To Success With A $380,000 Crowdfunding Campaign | Evolve 42Dan Demskey is the Co-Founder of Unbound Merino. Dan has taken not one, not two, but four companies to 6, 7, & 8 figures over the last decade. From starting a digital video agency in his mom’s basement to selling funky socks, this entrepreneur has consistently seen the heights of success and the lows of trying to keep the lights on in the business. Even though his digital agency had reached 7 figures working with brands such as Coca-Cola, Microsoft, General Motors, & GE he was tired of chasing the next contract in order to get paid. Deciding to scratch his own itc...2020-09-0153 minThe Needle Movement PodcastHow Unbound Merino beat COVID and hit $5 million in sales with Dan DemskySpecial guest Dan Demsky, the co-founder of Unbound Merino, joins us for a quick trip down memory lane as he plays back the past four years: the apparel brand’s crowdfunding origin to its rapid rise to five-million-dollar in annual eCommerce sales.Our conversation isn’t exactly what you’d expect. We talk through digital marketing and Shopify et al. But Dan’s really all about the product. It all goes back to what his customers are looking for and how Unbound Merino delivers a 360 retail experience.That borderline obsessive approach is what helped what was orig...2020-08-0845 min
eCommerce MasterPlanBuilding a DTC Fashion brand to $4m per year on Shopify with Dan Demsky from Unbound MerinoDan Demsky is the founder of Unbound Merino. They started in 2016 by raising $380k via crowdfunding, and now have annual sales in excess of $4m. They sell on Shopify and launched with Crowdfunding, and Facebook Ads - lots of great insight into growth mindsets and focus.Checkout AppSumo >> https://ecmp.info/appsumo Download our new ebook... https://ecmp.info/ebook 500 Tips to Increase Your ProfitsGet all the links and resources we mention & join our email list at https://ecmp.infoLove the show...2020-08-0335 min
Honest Ecommerce077 | Finding Success By Going In the Third Door with Your Best Friends | with Dan DemskyDan Demsky is the Co-founder of Unbound Merino. Unbound Merino sources nature's ultimate performance fiber, Australian Merino wool, to create apparel that can be worn for weeks or even months, without ever needing to be washed. On this podcast we talk about the impact of great business books when starting out, the benefits of starting a business through crowdfunding, how they broke the belief that businesses ruin friendships, and so much more. To learn more, visit: honestecommerce.co Resources: Dan’s LinkedIn page linkedin.com/in/dandemsky Unbound Merino’s website unboundmerino.com The T...2020-06-2929 min
The Unofficial Shopify PodcastCrowdfunding $380k for a Better T-shirtYears ago, Dan Demsky wanted to buy a merino wool t-shirt for travel to lighten his load... and he couldn't find one. It haunted him. He knew this product should exist, and after a business coach told him he shouldn't do it, he spent 18 months on research and development that resulted in a crowdfunding campaign that raised $380K USD.That brand was Unbound Merino, purveyors of quality merino wool clothing. Today, Unbound Merino is a multi-million dollar global brand selling in over 100 countries.Its not all puppies and roses: they had positioned the brand as...2020-06-161h 06
Founders365#101 - Dan Demsky - Growing a e-commerce brand to $4m in rev within 3 years#101 - Dan Demsky is the founder of e-commerce brand, Unbound Merino, which is a maker of quality merino wool clothing. The company was started as a crowdfunding campaign, raising $380,000 in its first 2 months.
After just 3-years in business, they are now doing $4m in revenue.
Founders365 is hosted by Steven Haggerty where he shares 365 insights from 365 founders during 2020.2020-04-3033 min
Minds of EcommerceUnbound Merino's Strategy for Growing Into a Multi-Million Dollar Brand Through Crowdfunding, Dan DemskyDan Demsky is co-founder of DTC apparel brand Unbound Merino. They've successfully used crowdfunding to get the brand started, and still use it to this day as a growth strategy. In this episode we talk about storytelling in marketing, dive deep into Dan's strategy for launching through crowdfunding, some actionable tricks for a successful campaign, and how million-dollar brands can still use crowdfunding as a marketing channel.2020-04-1724 min
Just Go Grind#116: Dan Demsky, Co-Founder of Unbound Merino, on Raising $380,000+ Through Crowdfunding and Building a Premium E-Commerce BrandDan is the founder of e-commerce brand, Unbound Merino, which is a maker of quality merino wool clothing. The company was started as a crowdfunding campaign, raising $380,000 in its first 2 months. After just 3-years in business, they are now doing $4m in revenue. 2020-04-0553 min
Dichotomy Podcast with Mike ReidThe Dichotomy of Stillness Versus Productivity with Dan DemskySHOW NOTES (www.mikejamesreid.com) Dan Demsky is a lifelong entrepreneur and Co-Founder of travel apparel brand Unbound Merino. Dan first grew BizMedia, a digital video agency, from the ground up before he found inspiration for Unbound Merino. Dan came up with the idea for Unbound Merino while on his honeymoon, lamenting the need to check luggage and schlep overstuffed bags everywhere he went. The desire to find a way to pack lighter led him to merino wool, a material known for its ability to wick moisture, regulate body temperature and resist both wrinkles and...2019-12-1000 min
Starting It UpE26: Dan Demsky | Pack Less, Experience More - How Constant Traveling Inspired Three Friends to Create a New Kind of Clothing CompanyDan Demsky is the Co-founder of Unbound Merino. Unbound Merino sources nature's ultimate performance fiber, Australian Merino wool, to create apparel that can be worn for weeks or even months, without ever needing to be washed. Dan started this company alongside his two best friends, with the goal of minimizing the burdens of travel, so that you can maximize the experience of your trip. Dan had previously founded a digital media agency, and another clothing business prior to Unbound, so we see how those experiences shaped his decisions. Unbound Merino has been doubling revenue year over year and is...2019-08-0743 min
Entrepreneurs ExposedUnbound Merino, "Ditching" disposable fashionDan Demsky, is a co-founder at Unbound Merino - one of the fastest growing direct to customer apparel brands on the web. In a world dominated by fast-fashion, Unbound is slowing things down by producing timeless, versatile pieces that are designed to last. In this episode, we discuss the company's amazing start on Indiegogo, what it took to create that first pitch video, Dan's system for selecting the right manufacturer overseas, business with best friends, and more. EP sponsor: www.nextcanada.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-03-1847 min
The Your Life! Your Terms! ShowRaising $400K Crowdfunding A Travel T-Shirt- Unbound Merino's Dan Demsky Shares His JourneyThe minute you meet Dan you realize he's full of passion and full of entrepreneurial spirit, which is amazing!! On this episode of The Your Life! Your Terms! Show Dan Demsky shares his business building journey and specifically how he raised over $400K crowdfunding his new T-Shirt business on IndieGoGo. Dan was running other businesses that were driving him crazy and used IndieGoGo to prove there was demand for his next venture. And the rest is history! Dan co-founded Unbound Merino, the ultimate travel hack, a t-shirt made of merino wool that is odour resistant and travels like a champ...2019-02-191h 02
The James Harrisson ShowHow to raise $370,000 and take a clothing brand from zero to 7 figures in less than 12 monthsHow to raise $370,000 and take a clothing brand from zero to 7 figures in less than 12 months with Dan Demsky IG: @dandemsky & @unboundmerino W: www.unboundmerino.com What you’ll learn from this interview: 1) How Dan raised $370k from a crowdfunding campaign and took his company from zero to 7 figures in 12 months 2) Why timing is one of the biggest factors in business success that no one talks about 3) Why sales is the most important word in business ...2019-02-131h 31
Shopify MastersDon’t Waste Time On Business Cards (And Other Execution Tips)In this episode of Shopify Masters, you’ll learn from Dan Demsky, an entrepreneur who knows how to execute. He’s launched 4 businesses in the last 10 years and teaches us how to go beyond the ideation phase and get in to the mode of doing.
Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.2017-09-1953 min
The Fail On Podcast with Rob Nunnery - Fail Your Way To An Inspired LifeDan Demsky On Why You Should Start AnythingDan Demsky is currently the co-founder of Unbound Merino, the ultimate travel hacking clothing brand and one of my favorite companies on the planet.
But before we find out more about Unbound Merino and how they raised $360,000 in their crowd funding campaign, we get an entertaining inside scoop into Dan’s entrepreneurial business journey.
From burning CD’s, to making skate videos, to selling socks – Dan has been on one hell of a business ride. We discover more about the past businesses that Dan has owned and started. He shares what actually made him get into business in the first place...2017-08-211h 05
The Fail On Podcast with Rob Nunnery - Fail Your Way To An Inspired LifeDan Demsky On Why You Should Start AnythingDan Demsky is currently the co-founder of Unbound Merino, the ultimate travel hacking clothing brand and one of my favorite companies on the planet. But before we find out more about Unbound Merino and how they raised $360,000 in their crowd funding campaign, we get an entertaining inside scoop into Dan’s entrepreneurial business journey. From…2017-08-211h 05
Welcome with Karim KanjiEpisode #13: Dan DemskyDan Demsky is a former intern and producer at Toronto’s CFRB 101 radio station. He is also the co-founder of two successful startups: Biz Media + Hitsu Socks. We both share a love of the Toronto Blue Jays baseball team.2015-09-251h 00