Leadership, Innovation, and the Apparel Industry - with Tom Patterson

Join me on the Beyond Bricks podcast with our special guest, Tom Patterson, CEO and co-creator of the highly successful brand Tommy John, known for its innovative clothing, especially comfortable underwear and loungewear. Tom generously shares their stories and journey of building a brand and a successful business. He highlights the pivotal role of leadership in navigating challenges and seizing opportunities in the competitive apparel industry. Tom also discusses how fostering a strong company culture, centered around innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, significantly contributed to Tommy John's growth and success. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation about entrepreneurship, leadership, and building a lasting brand Tom Patterson was raised in South Dakota. He graduated from Milbank High School in 1998 and went on to attend Arizona State University, where he graduated with a degree in business communications. Tom is the co-founder of Tommy John, a popular clothing brand known for its innovative men's and women's underwear, loungewear, and apparel. Tommy John has gained recognition for its focus on comfort, fit, and quality materials in its products. Tom Patterson, along with his wife Erin Fujimoto Patterson, started the company with a mission to reinvent men's underwear. Their brand has expanded to include a range of comfortable clothing items designed to improve everyday comfort and fit.