In Part 2 of our conversation with Blake Van Putten (@blakevanputten), founder of CISE (@cise.store), we dive deep into the strategies and challenges of bootstrapping his business. Blake shares insights on securing outside funding, scaling operations, and forming impactful partnerships. We also explore CISE’s commitment to social justice and how this mission drives their work.

Blake discusses the experience of showcasing at New York Fashion Week multiple times and how it has elevated the brand. Join us as we uncover the intricacies of building a socially-conscious fashion house and the journey of turning a vision into a thriving enterprise. Don’t miss this insightful conclusion to our two-part episode with Blake Van Putten! Follow us on Instagram @ontherydar and @malibudarbe for more updates.

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  Check out CISE’s full collection at https://cise.store/.

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In Part 1 of this special two-part episode, we sit down with Forbes 30 Under 30 recipient, Blake Van Putten (@blakevanputten). Blake is the founder of CISE (@cise.store), a Black-owned LA-based fashion house renowned for its viral Protect Black People handbags and commitment to social justice, education, and entrepreneurship. Blake shares his journey from growing up in LA to testing entrepreneurship at Howard University, where we first met and became dear friends. He then moved to NYC to work in financial services before quitting to return to LA to run his startup.

Join us as Blake discusses the challenges and triumphs of his path, offering insights into his experiences and the impactful mission behind CISE. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, community, and the entrepreneurial spirit. Don’t miss Part 1 of this captivating episode! Follow us on Instagram @ontherydar and @malibudarbe for more updates.

Stay tuned for Part 2 releasing August 7th at 9am PST!

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• Blake Van Putten: @blakevanputten
• CISE: @cise.store
• On the Rydar: @ontherydar
• Darbe Canady: @malibudarbe

Check out CISE’s full collection at https://cise.store/.

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On the Rydar is an podcast designed to illuminate creative visionaries in fashion, design, music, art and technology. Founded by two sisters in fashion, Darbe and Ryann, this show aims to demystify the creative and technical process behind what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur in the most fascinating and dynamic industries.

In this episode, we sit down with Ariel Arakas and Elissa Rumford, two of the three co-founders of Ap0cene, a sustainable online marketplace and creative community. Ap0cene was created to support small, independent designers and emerging artists as they strive to grow and scale their businesses. With an emphasis on technology and operational excellence, they’re changing the game by helping small fashion businesses thrive while keeping environmentally friendly practices at the forefront. Their curatorial expertise and eye for bespoke pieces have created an ever-growing online community that trusts them to bring forth the most cutting-edge, unique players in fashion. You’re going to love this conversation with Ariel and Elissa, where technology and fashion collide! We discuss founders' journeys, creating community, funding, scaling, blockchain, sustainability, and much more!

For more info on our guests, check them out on Instagram:

• Ap0cene (@ap0cene)
• Co-founder Elissa Rumford (@elissarummy)
• Co-founder Ariel Arakas (@symphorophelia)
• Co-founder Sam Walker (@symboldoteche)

Discover Ap0cene’s suite of talented designers and artisans at https://ap0cene.com/.

For more info on this podcast show, check us out on Instagram:

• On the Rydar (@ontherydar)
• Darbe Canady (@malibudarbe)
• Ryann Canady (@blkkstar)

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• Hosted by Darbe Canady & Ryann Canady