Union Made In USA
The latest Podcast (part 2): Three bits of advice from Mitch about starting a business
Unionwear CEO Mitch Cahn has three pieces of advice for anyone looking to start their entrepreneurial journey. First, he says, start jumping through the hoops. What does he mean by this? If you want to go after an opportunity that…
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Podcast (part 1): How lean manufacturing unexpectedly served Unionwear during the pandemic
Some years ago, Unionwear embraced lean manufacturing principles. Lean manufacturing means Unionwear is governed by the principle of continuous improvement. There are always bottlenecks in every manufacturing process. Once those bottlenecks are freed, the next slowest operation becomes the next…
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Made in USA alone isn’t enough
This article in the University of Washington newsletter highlights a very important point: being made in America just isn’t enough. Domestic manufacturers, and people looking to reshore their production from overseas, should do more that just create American jobs. They…
Read MoreWhat is the entrepreneur’s state of mind when the pandemic almost closes your business? Ask Unionwear CEO Mitch Cahn
Unionwear CEO Mitch Cahn appeared on the Entrepreneur State of Mind with Dr. Dale Caldwell. After discussing the many twists and turns in running his business, Cahn was asked by Dr. Caldwell about how his mindset helped navigate the pandemic.…
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Will a new social contract for international fashion workers return manufacturing jobs to the USA?
Business of Fashion Magazine writes that the pandemic laid bare something we’ve known for a long time: much of the fashion industry is designed to exploit workers. “The business model, whether luxury or mass market, is set to exploit people,”…
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Ralph Lauren Debuts Team USA’s Closing Ceremony Parade Uniform and Apparel Collection, Featuring First-To-Market Innovations in Sustainability
Ralph Lauren invested heavily in sustainable manufacturing and it has paid off. They unveiled the Team USA Closing Ceremony Parade Uniforms and apparel collection for the 2020 U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams which feature a wide variety of made in…
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Americans want the government to buy Made in USA goods, even if they cost more
A new Reuters-Ipsos poll found 63% of Americans want U.S. agencies to buy American-made products in general, even if they cost significantly more, and 62% think the government should strictly buy U.S.-made vaccines. That enthusiasm dims a bit when it…
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This St. Louis fashion company is revolutionizing fashion — and made in USA manufacturing
If you want to look at how to bring manufacturing back to the USA, look at this interesting project in St. Louis.It requires an integrated approach that goes well-beyond setting up a few factories. Jon Lewis, co-founders of Evolution St.…
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US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen Unveils $2.5 Trillion Made In USA Tax Plan
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen provided further details into the Biden administration’s ambitious corporate tax plans, which are expected to increase government revenue, and help pay for the administration’s proposed $2.25 infrastructure package. Yellen provided additional insight into “The Made in America…
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The pandemic is driving small-batch manufacturing which could benefit made in USA companies
The recent explosion in streetwear and casual dress, surprisingly due to the pandemic, is driving a boom in small batch customization of items like baseball hats, a trend that could benefit domestic manufacturers. There are a couple of reasons for…
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